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0 of 6 readToday's photography news centers on lenses and software: Viltrox's 16mm f/1.8 arrives for L-mount, a new iPhone app edits ProRes RAW, and Photoshop's generative credit rules are worth knowing.
Viltrox 16mm f/1.8 Comes to L-Mount
Viltrox's AF 16mm f/1.8 is now available in L-mount for Panasonic, Leica and Sigma bodies at $580, with a small info screen on the barrel.
Why it mattersFast ultra-wide autofocus options are limited, so this price adds a new choice for night and interior work.
BlackRAW Studio Edits ProRes RAW on iPhone
BlackRAW Studio is a new app that lets iPhone filmmakers review, color correct and edit Blackmagic RAW and ProRes RAW video on iPhone.
Why it mattersIt makes mobile RAW workflows more complete, so rough grading no longer requires a computer.
Photoshop's Remove Tool Doesn't Use Generative Credits
Adobe meters many Photoshop AI tools against a monthly pool of generative credits, but the Remove Tool and other everyday features do not draw from it.
Why it mattersKnowing which tools are metered prevents surprise credit exhaustion and shapes daily editing habits.
What It's Like to Shoot Stills With the Nikon ZR
The Nikon ZR packs RED's raw video format, 32-bit float audio and a 4-inch screen into a body with no viewfinder, so talk centers on cinema workflows.
Why it mattersFor hybrid shooters, the real question is whether it's a camera you'd grab on a stills-only day.
Nikon Z5II vs Z5IIC: What You Give Up
DPReview compares the Nikon Z5II and Z5IIC, examining what you actually give up by choosing the cheaper model.
Why it mattersWhen buying an entry-level full-frame, knowing the trade-offs matters more than the price tag.
First OM PEN Unboxing: Smaller Than OM-5 II
A Chinese photographer shared a first unboxing of the OM PEN, saying it is noticeably more compact than the OM-5 II and OM-3, especially with the Panasonic 14mm f/2.5 pancake.
Why it mattersIf accurate, M43 gains another pocketable option with an EVF.