What’s new on Kickstarter?


Here are the latest photography-related Kickstarter crowdfunding projects:


New: Viperpod full-size tripod that doesn’t rely on the ground: $45,076 raised of $10,000 goal with 133 backers and 32 days to go.


NEWProWrapp Impact+ gear wrapper with max shock resistance: $34,926 raised of $6,416 goal by 329 backers with 14 days to go.


New: Reeflex 300–600mm telephoto lens for smartphones: $448,731 raised of $11,665 goal by 1,332 backers with 26 days to go.


“I’m Back Roll” digital back sensor for film cameras: $894,481 raised of $6,416 goal with 329 backers and 14 days to go. Additional information on this project can be found here and here.


Rewindpix non-disposable digital “Film” camera: $890,941 raised of $15,000 goal from 6,377 backers with 10 days to go.


CamCast turns your camera into a smart, connected system (late pledge available)


Yashica pocket camcorder (late pledge available)

Via NikonRumors

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The latest OM System savings in Germany


The latest OM System savings in Germany can be found here

All other current offers can be found here.


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Now available: Venus Optics Laowa 90mm f/2.8 2x Ultra Macro APO lens for Micro Four Thirds


The new Laowa 90mm f/2.8 2x Ultra Macro APO lens for Micro Four Thirds by Vemus Optics is now available at B&H Photo and the Laowa store. Additional information on the lens can be found here:

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Panasonic released new firmware updates for the Lumix GH7 and G9II MFT cameras


Panasonic released new firmware updates for the Lumix GH7 and G9II MFT cameras that add DMW-DMS1 mic support and other improvements:

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The latest from DxO Nik Collection, Topaz Labs, Skylum Luminar Neo, Blackmagic DaVinci Resolve, and Adobe LR + PS


→ DxO released Nik Collection 9 with new AI-enhanced tools, a completely reimagined approach to color grading, and a new generation of creative effects (additional information). New customers can get 15% off DxO products with code RUMORS.


→ DxO Labs released 833 new DxO camera and lens modules (additional information).


→ The latest updates from Topaz Labs can be found here. Topaz currently has 30% off sale through May 14th on their most popular products, including Topaz StudioTopaz Photo, and Topaz Video (additional informtion).


Skylum released Luminar Neo version 1.27 (additional information). You can use the coupon code RUMORS for 10% off.


→ Information on Adobe’s April release:


The new Blackmagic DaVinci Resolve 21 adds photo editing, tethering, AI tools, and more.

Via NikonRumors

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