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69 launches and updates from 42 sources · week 45

Anime News NetworkVFXRainy Day Serenade Anime's Teaser Reveals Cast, Staff, April 2027 Debut Yume Miyamoto, Takeo Ōtsuka star in anime

11.06

Amateur PhotographerReviews2026 has been the weirdest year ever for camera releases. Here are the winners and losers so far… Three months into 2026 I knew this year was a weird one. Most obviously, the first quarter had seen no new camera announcements or launches .

11.06

Dronewatch EUDronesGreek manufacturer unveils electric helicopter drone with 120-minute flight time Greek manufacturer Velos Rotors has introduced the V4, a new electric unmanned helicopter that promises up to two hours of flight time and a payload capacity of 11 kilograms.

11.06

CineDCinemaSteve Yedlin and Rian Johnson Release Chromagraph Camera – Film Color Pipeline for iPhone Stills, Grain, Halation and a RAW Gallery Cinematographer Steve Yedlin ASC, director Rian Johnson and color science programmer Eric Cameron have released Chromagraph Camera, a still photo app for iPhone.

11.06

L-RumorsRumoursTilt-shift goes brighter: Laowa unveils its new $1,249 24mm f/2 L-mount lens Laowa announced the new 24mm f/2 Zero-D Tilt-Shift you can preorder at BHphoto , VenusStore , Amazon , Adorama , Fotokoch , FotoErhardt , Calumet , Clifton , WexUK .

11.06

Hollyland BlogMakersHow To Fix Audio Not Working on Discord Stream Are you having any sort of Discord stream audio problems? Don’t worry, we’ve got you. We know that getting your audio right is important for a smooth streaming experience, whether as a beginner…

11.06

80 LevelVFXCanva Announces Layoffs Affecting Over 1,200 Employees Its severance package is also raising questions about how businesses should handle workforce reductions.

11.06

TM Broadcast InternationalVideoSky News partners with Arc XP to launch new video-first digital platforms by 2027 AI generated image Sky News has expanded its partnership with Arc XP, the media platform built inside The Washington Post and run by publishers worldwide.

11.06

Camera DecisionReviewsSony FX6 Firmware 6.02 Fixes a Rare Bug That Could Stop Both Card Slots During Backup Recording Sony released firmware 6.02 for the FX6 on November 5. It fixes one thing: in rare cases, when one card had an error during simultaneous recording to both slots, the other card stopped recording too.

11.06

Anime News NetworkVFXNinja Skooler Anime Unveils Pilot Film, Images, Song Shunsuke Takarai to direct light-hearted ninja anime based on concept by Kinema Citrus

11.06

NewsshooterCinemaAtomos AtomOS 11.08.01 Firmware Update for Shinobi 7 II The Atomos AtomOS 11.08.01 Firmware Update for the Shinobi 7 II adds Ethernet camera control support for the following cameras: The new firmware update allows you to connect a Canon Cinema EOS C50…

11.05

Commercial UAV NewsDronesDJI Launches Matrice 5T With Lidar, mmWave Radar and 1K Thermal Camera On Thursday, DJI announced the launch of its latest airframe, the DJI Matrice 5T. The company’s new compact enterprise flagship drone integrates lidar, mmWave radar, and vision sensing, alongside 1K…

11.05

befores & aftersCinemaAutodesk releases extended cut of behind the scenes ‘The Cat in the Hat’ video Part of the ‘Made to Make’ series. This extended cut of Autodesk’s series ‘Made to Make’ looks further at Warner Bros. Pictures Animation’s work on the animated feature The Cat in the Hat.

11.05

NewsshooterCinemaDJI Osmo Pocket 4P Firmware V01.02.1149 Adds 18x Zoom, Smoother Lens Switching, and Stage and Sunset Presets DJI has started rolling out firmware V01.02.1149 for the dual-lens Osmo Pocket 4P. It is the largest update the camera has received since its June launch.

11.05

Photo RumorsRumoursNextorage launched new NX-F2AE SDXC UHS-II memory cards developed specifically for professional video production Nextorage launched new NX-F2AE SDXC UHS-II memory cards developed specifically for professional video production: B&H Photo Amazon Here are the details: The NX-F2AE Series is the Advanced Edition of…

11.05

Kosmo FotoCinemaLomography marks LOMO MC-A’s first birthday with two new versions, accessories – and improvements Lomography has marked the first anniversary of the release of the LOMO MC-A premium compact camera by releasing two new versions – as well as updating the camera with improved features.

11.05

The Film StageCinemaClub Kid Review: A Bittersweet, Tremendously Moving Debut Note: This review was originally published as part of our 2026 Cannes coverage. The film arrives in theaters on November 6. It’s never wise to assume anything.

11.05

Sports Video GroupVideoCanon Announces Cinema EOS Lens Kits and EOS C50 Videographer Kit Canon U.S.A. has announced new Cinema EOS Lens Kits and an EOS C50 Videographer Kit. Sales are scheduled to begin in mid-November 2026. The lens kits pair the EOS C50 or EOS C80 with RF zoom lenses.

11.05

Sports Video GroupVideoCanon Releases Firmware Update for Cinema EOS Cameras, Launches Camera Control Center Canon U.S.A. has announced a firmware update for its Cinema EOS cameras, including the EOS C400, EOS C80, EOS C50 and EOS R5 C.

11.05

Leica RumorsRumoursNew Leica Q3 43 Monochrom camera rumored to be announced in early December 2026 The Leica Q3 43 Monochrom camera is rumored to be announced in early December 2026 (the February poll was correct). The Q is the best-selling Leica camera, so a new Q3 43M makes complete sense.

11.05

DroneLifeDronesDJI Launches Matrice 5T with Advanced Thermal Imaging, AI, and Longer Flight Time New enterprise drone combines improved night vision, built-in obstacle detection, and automated workflows, but U.S. availability remains uncertain.

11.05

L-RumorsRumoursLet’s hope these two Lumix lenses will be announced in November As you know many Lumix influencers are in Osaka right now for a major Panasonic event. Hopefully also the two teased lenses that are on Lumix’s roadmap will be announced.

11.05

Dronewatch EUDronesDJI introduces Matrice 5T with high-resolution thermal imaging, night vision and AI DJI Enterprise has introduced the Matrice 5T, a new professional drone designed for applications such as emergency response, inspections, surveying and public safety.

11.05

LensVidVideoCanon Announces TC-N3 and TC-E3 Timer Remotes for Astrophotography and the Compact DM-E10D Hot-Shoe Mic Canon announced two new accessories on 4 November 2026: the TC-N3 and TC-E3 Timer Remote Controllers for astrophotography and time-lapse shooting, and the DM-E10D , a compact digital microphone for…

11.05

TM Broadcast InternationalVideoCanon launches new application that unifies setup, control and management of its PTZ cameras Canon has announced that they will begin offering “Camera Control Centre”, a free application for computers that supports the entire workflow for supported Canon remote cameras.

11.05

British CinematographerCinemaUK Music Video Awards 2026 winners announced – including for cinematography Romain Gavras’ “epic” video for Gener8ion starring Yung Lean’s “Storm” was the big winner at this year’s UK Music Video Awards on Wednesday night (4 November), claiming five awards including the…

11.05

British CinematographerCinemaEvolution Mallorca International Film Festival announces 2026 awards winners – including for cinematography Evolution Mallorca International Film Festival has brought its 15th edition to a close at Palma’s Teatre Principal, announcing this year’s competition winners alongside a screening of The End of It…

11.05

TM Broadcast InternationalVideoSpain begins its transition to DVB-T2 and UHD broadcasting as new national TV channel launches AI-generated image Digital Terrestrial Television (DTT), Spain’s free-to-air terrestrial television platform, has begun the first phase of its transition to the DVB-T2 standard, which will enable…

11.05

CineDCinemaCanon EOS C400, EOS C80 and EOS C50 Firmware Update Announced – Expanding Cinema EOS Capabilities Canon has announced a new Cinema EOS firmware update for three cameras: the EOS C400, EOS C80, and EOS C50.

11.05

Amateur PhotographerReviewsDrone expert Ruko launches R1 MINI Robot Dog – it’s a great holiday season present! Amateur Photographer readers will already be familiar with the Ruko F11PRO 2 drone offering 4K video at 30fps and 6K stills, enabling anyone to achieve attention-grabbing, professional footage of the…

11.05

Camera JabberReviewsDJI Dock 4 and Matrice 5TD specifications and availability announced DJI has announced Dock 4, its first drone-in-a-box system with automated battery swapping, along with the new Matrice 5TD enterprise drone it’s built around. The key change is turnaround time.

11.05

Camera EggReviewsSigma FP2 Orders Exceed Expectations in Japan Ahead of November 11 Launch Sigma has warned that FP2 and EVF-21 orders in Japan have exceeded its expectations ahead of the camera’s scheduled November 11, 2026 launch.

11.04

Camera DecisionReviewsCanon EOS R3 Is Listed as Sales Ended in Japan, Five Years After Launch Canon Japan's product page for the EOS R3 now carries a "sales ended" heading. The camera is five years old, the R1 and R5 Mark II sit on either side of it, and an R3 Mark II has been rumored since…

11.04

The-Digital-Picture Canon NewsReviewsJust Announced: Canon Timer Remote Controller TC-E3 & TC-N3, Microphone DM-E10D, and EOS R6 Mark III Camera with Cropping Guide Firmware Canon U.S.A. Announces New Timer Remote Controller TC-E3 & TC-N3, Microphone DM-E10D Accessories, and EOS R6 Mark III Camera with Cropping Guide Firmware Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital…

11.04

ToolfarmSoftwareAvid Pro Tools 2026.11 Introduces Extensions and AI Tools Avid Pro Tools 2026.11 is now available, introducing several major additions aimed at music producers, audio engineers, post-production professionals, and sound designers.

11.04

British CinematographerCinemaBFI London Film Festival announces LFF Audience Award winners The 70th BFI London Film Festival closed on Sunday 18 October, and with public audiences “at the heart” of the festival, cinemagoers were once again invited to vote in the BFI London Film Festival’s…

11.04

Tamron AmericasMakersTamron 16-30mm F2.8 G2 vs 17-28mm F2.8: What’s Changed? The Tamron 16-30mm F2.8 G2 expands the focal range of the 17-28mm F2.8, introduces VXD autofocus and customizable controls, and adds Nikon Z compatibility.

11.04

Tamron AmericasMakersTamron 28-75mm F/2.8 G1 vs G2: What the G2 Adds What's changed between the Tamron 28-75mm G1 and G2? Compare VXD vs RXD autofocus, optical performance, close-focusing capabilities, handling, and camera compatibility to understand the improvements…

11.04

Tamron AmericasMakersTamron 70-180mm F2.8 G1 vs G2: What the Second Generation Changed Comparing the Tamron 70-180mm G1 vs G2? The second-generation lens adds VC image stabilization, autofocus enhancements, Nikon Z compatibility, and TAMRON Lens Utility support.

11.04

Camera DecisionReviewsFujifilm GFX100 II, GFX100S II and GFX100RF Get Bug Fix Firmware on the Same Day, and Fujifilm Lists No Details Fujifilm released firmware for three GFX bodies on November 4: GFX100 II version 2.51, GFX100S II version 1.22 and GFX100RF version 1.14.

11.04

CineDCinemaNikon ZR Firmware 2.00 Detailed – Log3G10 in H.265, Selectable High ISO NR and 3D LUT over HDMI Nikon has published the full feature list of firmware version 2.00 for the Nikon ZR, the first major update for its RED-developed full-frame cinema camera.

11.04

Fuji AddictRumoursFujifilm GFX100II, GFX100SII and GFX100RF Firmware Updates Released Fujifilm GFX100II: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama Fujifilm GFX100SII: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama Fujifilm GFX100RF: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama Fujifilm GFX100II Firmware Ver.2.51 Download Here The…

11.04

Camera JabberReviewsCanon Cinema EOS firmware update adds Multi-Matrix, high-frame-rate AF and Speedlite support for the EOS C50 Canon has announced a free firmware update for three of its Cinema EOS cameras: the EOS C400, EOS C80 and EOS C50.

11.04

RedShark NewsCinemaNikon ZR firmware 2.00: RED color science Nikon has confirmed that ZR firmware 2.00 is coming soon, with support for Log3G10 gamma when recording in H.265 enabling RED color science.

11.04

Y.M.CinemaCinemaNikon Promises to Release ZR Firmware 2.0 Before the End of 2026 With less than two months remaining in 2026, Nikon has reaffirmed its commitment to releasing Firmware 2.0 for the ZR ( $2,196.95 on Amazon ) cinema camera before the end of the year.

11.04

Nikon RumorsRumoursNew press release: the Nikon ZR firmware update version 2.00… will be released soon Not sure what the point of this press release is, since Nikon already officially announced the new ZR firmware update version 2.00 two months ago, but you still can’t download it today : “Nikon will…

11.04

Blackmagic DesignMakersFairlight Live 1.1.1 Update! New Fairlight Live 1.1.1! Adds support for Fairlight Live Audio Panel 20 and 40 models. Also includes templates for new ATEM Constellation IP switchers, panel standby mode, improved audio I/O…

11.04

First ShowingCinemaMust See Trailer for Japan's 'Rex: A Dinosaur's Story' US Re-Release Meet Rex! 練 Kani Releasing has unveiled a new official US trailer for the remastered & restored re-release of a long lost Japanese monster movie cult classic called Rex: A Dinosaur's Story - REX…

11.03

TiltaMakersHow Jesse Todd Turned the Tilta Float into a Handheld Camera Rig Handheld shooting gives you the freedom to follow a scene, find a new angle, and react as the action unfolds.

11.03

Nikon RumorsRumoursNikon is rumored to announce new firmware updates for cameras with EXPEED 7 processor Today or tomorrow, Nikon is rumored to announce new firmware updates for cameras with the EXPEED 7 processor.

11.03

ToolfarmSoftwareUpdate: Pomfort Silverstack XT v9.4 – New Camera Formats Pomfort has updated Silverstack XT with new camera formats and a few enhancements. This will also be the last version to support Intel Macs. What’s new in Pomfort Silverstack XT?

11.03

First ShowingCinemaNew Release Date Teaser for 'Blue Eye Samurai' Season 2 Animation "Three years ago, we met Mizu. Next stop: London." ⚔️ Netflix revealed a new promo for the next season of Blue Eye Samurai , the badass animated story following the samurai Mizu on her path of…

11.03

PomfortSoftwareJust released: Check out Silverstack v9.4 Today, we released version 9.4 of Silverstack XT and Silverstack Lab! This version adds support for new camera formats and several other updates, including: Sony FX5 support: Work with clips from the…

11.03

British CinematographerCinemaBIFA 2026 nominations announced – including for Best Cinematography The 2026 British Independent Film Awards nominations were announced by BIFA-winning stars Jay Lycurgo and Posy Sterling at One Hundred Shoreditch, London, on Tuesday 3 November, highlighting this…

11.03

Thomas Fitzgerald PhotographySoftwareNew Versions of Capture One, ON1 Raw, Luminar and Apple’s Creative Studio: Photo Software News for November 3rd! Capture One has released a new update with a focus on portrait and colour tools, while Luminar’s autumn release combines revised automatic adjustments with a new printing workflow.

11.03

CineDCinemaOFFBIT M1 Announced – E-Paper Display for Lens Charts, Crew Lists and Notes, Three-Week Battery Barcelona-based startup OFFBIT has announced the M1, a small e-paper display for the camera department that replaces the paper lens chart on the camera body.

11.03

Hollyland BlogMakersHow to Set Up Streaming on PS5 for Beginners In 5 Minutes Streaming games on PS5 has become a traditional day-to-day activity for gamers, especially the professional ones.

11.03

Hollyland BlogMakersHow To Start Live Streaming Games On PC: The Best Guide For OBS & Streamlabs Setup Introduction Struggling with how to livestream games on your PC? This PC game streaming setup guide explains how to choose your streaming software, platforms, and gear.

11.03

ON1SoftwareON1 Photo RAW 2027 Is Available Now: New RAW Engine & More ON1 Photo RAW 2027 is available now for Mac and Windows. It adds a new RAW processing engine, improved NoNoise AI, enhanced masking, a Loupe pane, and faster performance, and the AI Culling Assistant…

11.02

TVBEuropeVideoBlackmagic Design launches UltraStudio Express HD Blackmagic Design has introduced the UltraStudio Express HD high speed capture and playback solution.

11.02

Asian PhotographyIndiaSony India Launches FX5 Cinema Camera with A Lot of Firsts For the System Sony India has launched the FX5 full-frame cinema camera featuring a newly-developed fully-stacked 16.6 MP CMOS sensor and BIONZ XR2 image processor, delivering over 15 stops of dynamic range when…

11.02

43addictReviewsOM Digital Solutions announced price revisions and open pricing for some products in Japan OM Digital Solutions announced that its video product brand “OM SYSTEM” will launch on Monday, November 2, 2026, and that it will raise shipping prices in Japan for a wide range of products.

11.02

Photography LifeReviewsPhotography News: Touchscreen MacBook Pros Announced, Nikon Z70 Rumor Before we get our feet back on solid ground and take a look at the latest photography news, let’s keep our heads in the clouds for a little while longer.

11.02

The New CameraRumoursDJI Neo 3 Now Visible in DJI Fly App: Announcement Soon The most recent update related to the DJI Neo 3 is that DJI itself has accidentally and easily confirmed it. They recently updated the DJI Fly app to version 1.21.18.

10.31

SkwiglyVFXLondon International Animation Festival Announces 2026 Line-Up The London International Animation Festival (LIAF 2026), the UK’s largest, longest-running and most eclectic animation festival returns for its 23rd year celebrating the whole spectrum of animation…

10.31

Tamron AmericasMakersTamron Telephoto Zooms Compared Compare five Tamron telephoto zoom lenses, from the lightweight 70-300mm to the versatile 50-400mm and powerful 150-500mm.

10.30

Sony AddictRumoursSony RIALTO 65 Medium Format Video Camera Announced Sony RIALTO 65: B&H Photo Sony Electronics to Launch RIALTO 65 Camera Extension System, Expanding the VENICE 2 Camera to the 65mm Format Sony Electronics will launch the RIALTO 65 Camera Extension…

10.30

Asian PhotographyIndiaNikon Launches NIKKOR Z 120-300mm f/2.8 TC Telephoto Lens Nikon India has announced the launch of the NIKKOR Z 120-300mm f/2.8 TC VR S, a professional telephoto zoom lens for full-frame mirrorless cameras, featuring a built-in 1.4x teleconverter and a…

10.30

Hollyland BlogMakersHow to Do Live Game Streaming on YouTube Using OBS and Hollyland LARK M3 YouTube Live is one of the most popular streaming channels for games and other media-related content. YouTube works like TikTok and Twitch, although it has more benefits than them.

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