WPPI 2019 is Coming and Fujifilm Will Be There With Loaners Plus Check + Clean Services and Get a Discount on Registration

By Louis Ferreira | Published: February 21, 2019


Fujifilm North America Corporation will be exhibiting at WPPI!
Check them out at booth 721
Register through their page to receive a 15% discount on a Platform or All Access Pass or a FREE Expo Pass
(Promotional code will automatically be applied during the registration process.)

WPPI combines educational seminars with a major industry trade show and networking events, all designed around learning the latest techniques, building new relationships and growing a business in a friendly, fun environment – all at one time, in one place.

At WPPI, you will:

  • Learn superior technical skills and new shooting styles
  • Build new relationships to grow your business
  • Experience new products, photo gear, and solutions from major manufacturers
  • Discover competitive and affordable ways to grow your business
  • Meet some of the world’s finest photographic instructors
  • Make an investment in yourself and your future

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Deal Zone: Mitakon Zhongyi Speedmaster 35mm f/0.95 Mark II Today Only

By Louis Ferreira | Published: February 20, 2019


The Mitakon Zhongyi Speedmaster 35mm f/0.95 Mark II is one of the most affordable underrated 0.95 lenses on the market and B&H Photo has it discounted $180 today only. If you want to see the difference f/0.95 makes over f/1.4 this is the most affordable option and the image quality is actually surprisingly good for the price point. Grab one here today.

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Luminar 3.0.2 With Fujifilm GFX 50R and Fujifilm X-T3 Support

By Louis Ferreira | Published: February 19, 2019


Luminar is still one of my goto apps for quickly producing images to share and it now supports even more Fujifilm cameras. If you want to grab a copy you can do so here and you can save $10 on your purchase by using the code FUJIADDICT at checkout.

Mac version new features:

  • DATABASE MANAGEMENT. Your Luminar image catalog database is automatically backed up to preserve your edits and metadata.  You can control the frequency of backups with the new Preference Panel.
  • PREFERENCE PANEL. Take control of your preferences settings by choosing Luminar 3 > Preferences. You can specify options for Cache, Catalog, and Automatic Backup.
  • IMPROVED HANDOFFS. If you’re working with raw file or 16-bit image and use the File > Open In command, a high-quality 16-bit files is exported.
  • AURORA HDR INTEGRATION. Easily hand off bracketed photos to merge in Aurora HDR.  Just select multiple photos in your library and choose File > Open In > Aurora HDR.
  • LOCATE FOLDER. Have you moved or copied media to a new location? You can right-click on an offline folder and choose Locate Folder to select and reconnect files.
  • ADDING FOLDER IMPROVEMENTS. Change your mind when adding a folder? Just click Cancel to stop the current task.
  • IMPROVED NAVIGATION. Quickly switch between Gallery and Single Image view with dedicated toolbar buttons.
  • NEW LANGUAGES SUPPORTED. Use Luminar in more languages with new localizations: Chinese Simplified, Chinese Traditional, Korean, Portuguese, Russian, Italian
  • SAFER IMPORTS & COPIES. Luminar will alert you if you try to import or copy more files to a new destination when there’s not enough hard drive space.
  • IMPROVED EXPORTS. If you try to export images that already exist in a location you’ll be prompted to control if the files are overwritten or renamed.

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Picktorial 4 With New Digital Asset Manager Released

By Louis Ferreira | Published: February 19, 2019

Picktorial, the popular photo editor­organizer, announces version 4.0 and it’s free for everyone.

Jerusalem, Israel, February 2019 ­ Picktorial Innovations, Ltd. is excited to announce that Picktorial 4, its renowned non­destructive photo editing platform for Mac, is faster than ever ­ and is now available for free download at Picktorial.com.

Hailed as the true Apple Aperture replacement, Picktorial is also filling the void left by Picasa, offering a wide array of photo management and advanced editing tools for free. With its revolutionary user experience and simplified interface, beginners and pros alike to can bring their visions to life with ease.

Main features of the free plan include: Read More »

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New Haida M10 Filter Holder System Designed For Efficiency

By Louis Ferreira | Published: February 19, 2019

Haida has a new M10 filter holder system and Red Diamond Series filters for it that you can find on Amazon. I really enjoy my LEE filter system and I also like NiSi’s system, but haven’t tried Haida. Haida’s system looks like it will save a little time, but when I am working with filters I tend to take my time so I am not sure how appealing this feature will be to landscape photographers.

M10 Filter
The Haida philosophy of listening to our customers has helped us to create a new insert filter holder system which meets the needs of landscape photographers, from enthusiasts to high end professionals.

Featuring a new quick release design, the new M10 filter holder allows for fast filter installation and ease of operation. First install the adapter ring, then the holder, then it’s just an easy “drop-in” process to inserting filters.

The new design allows the round circular polarizer filter (CPL) to be clipped into the holder, which does away with annoying screw in threads, allowing for quicker setup times. With less time spent on assembly you have more time to spend on the creative process.

The drop-in round filter design is simple to operate.  The included CPL will lock in to place with just a push, and can be easily removed by pulling outward on the filter.  The CPL mount has a 3-gear linkage design, and once the top gear is turned the CPL will rotate smoothly. A light sealing ring can be inserted into the CPL slot when the drop-in CPL is not being used to prevent light leakage.

The M10 100mm filter holder is made from aviation grade aluminum and PC materials, resulting in a strong and durable filter holder that is also lightweight. The M10 holder is designed to allow for use of up to 2 filters (100x100mm or 100x150mm) as well as the round CPL on a full frame camera at a focal length of 16mm without vignetting. A full 360-degree light gasket is fitted to prevent light leakage on long exposures, and an 8cm textured non-slip cotton strip on the base of the holder frame provides added grip, reducing the risk of filter breakage. Read More »

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DPR: Fujifilm GFX X Summit Concepts up Close

By Louis Ferreira | Published: February 18, 2019


Fujifilm showed off some concepts at the recent X Summit that we covered in depth. DPReview just published the best look we have gotten yet of these concepts including the modular GFX which is based on the Hasselblad 500-series camera. This camera was called the Omega concept and represents the most radical design. This never reached production because the shutter mechanism was too large for the concept.

Fujifilm also produced two X-T based camera called the Gamma which you can see below.


Finally, there is a GFX range finder concept that they showed and it has a very interesting design also. It did not have a viewfinder and instead had a flip down waste level screen, which would have been amazing to have with an EVF. I have always preferred camera designs that let you turn the LCD around for protection and this would be the next best thing for someone that doesn’t use the LCD to shoot.

DPReview has more photos in their gallery along with a slightly different take if you are interested, which you can view here.

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