Adobe Lightroom Downloader is a new app that downloads all your Lightroom CC photos and videos from the cloud as original files and stores them in a local folder. Available for  Windows 10 and macOS High Sierra, Adobe Lightroom Downloader retains any edits made to the raw images by writing them into the XMP sidecar files that accompany the downloaded raw files.

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AKVIS Retoucher 9.0 is a photo restoration software that helps to remove dust, scratches, date stamps and other unwanted details from photos. Version 9 offers a number of Color Correction parameters, the flexible Crop tool as well as the Vignette option that lightens/darkens the image at its perimeter. AKVIS Retoucher 9.0 is available now for $87.

The DJI Mavic Pro Alpine White is a limited edition Mavic Pro available exclusively at Apple.com and Apple stores. The Mavic Pro Alpine White includes a remote controller, two extra Intelligent Flight Batteries, two additional pairs of propellers and an aircraft sleeve, at a retail price of £1,149 GBP.

GoPro's 5.2K 360-degree camera, Fusion, is now shipping to U.S. and European customers.

The Ihagee Elbaflex is a new Nikon F mount, fully manual film camera with a wooden grip. Launching on Kickstarter today, the Ihagee Elbaflex is available for pledges that start at $529, as well as bundles that will include either the Trioplan 50mm or Lydith 30mm lenses. The camera is expected to be shipped to Kickstarter backers in August 2018 and will eventually have a full retail price of $1,500.

Nikon has kicked off its 2017-2018 curriculum by unveiling their latest Nikon School program schedule. Nikon School Online affords photographers with convenient and easy-to-follow instructional videos that can be accessed anywhere, anytime. Nikon School will also continue to offer in-person workshops and seminars in local markets nationwide.

Hoya have introduced two new filter ranges in the UK. ULTRA-PRO is the new top of the range consumer filter that is both scratch and stain resistant, while NX-10 is aimed at the beginner and serious amateur photographer.

Sony have announced 150 and 100 megapixel back-illuminated medium format sensors that can also record 4K video. Both sensors, named IMX211 and IMX411, will offer a high dynamic range function and 14 bit rich graduation expression. Additionally, the 150 megapixel IMX411 sensor will be capable of recording 8K video at 16fps. Expect to see these sensors appear in the next generation Hasselblad and Fujifilm medium-format digital cameras...

The Canon Photo Print Shop is a free app that enables you to turn photos into unique prints. Currently available for iOS , this quick and easy to use app is intuitive, with useful sizing and cropping features. You simply select the image you want to use and decide what type of product or gift you would like to create. Canon then does the rest, delivering a high quality product with vivid, true-to-life imagery, direct to your door in a matter of days.

The new Sigma 16mm F1.4 DC DN Contemporary lens will have a suggested retail price of £449.99 / $449.00. Sony-E and Micro Four Thirds mounts will be available to purchase in the UK at the start of December 2017 and in the US at the end of November 2017. 

Manfrotto has introduced two new bags for the DJI Mavic Pro Platinum drone. The Aviator Hover-25 is a professional backpack built to carry an aerial and ground camera and personal gear. The Aviator M1 Sling provides a choice of carrying modes including a sling, waist pack and pouch.

The Leica M-P (Typ 240) “Canada Edition” Set has been released to mark Canada’s 150th anniversary. With only 25 units available and available exclusively in North America, the limited-edition set will include a special red cowhide leather Leica M-P (Typ 240), a Leica Summicron-M 35mm f/2.0 ASPH. lens and a red rope strap. The set also features commemorative design details, including the iconic Canada 150 emblem which consists of 13 diamond shapes forming an eye-catching maple leaf.

The PowerEye Payload is a high-end 4K professional camera system with a mount that can carry up to 2 kg of payload. Attachments include a normal camera, a thermo-camera for night vision, and a gimbal or ‘hook’ to mount and carry up to 2kgs, with remote release.

globellColor is launching a lens cap that will double as a white-balance card. The Magic Lens Cap has one side with areas that are white, non-reflective black and 18 percent gray. 

ON1 Photo RAW 2018 offers photographers accelerated photo management, precise photo development, hundreds of customizable photo effects, fast and beautiful HDR, pano stitching, masking and blending adjustments, layers, and much more.

ON1 Photo RAW 2018 is available for download as a free 30-day trial from the ON1 website. Previous owners of any ON1 app (or ON1 plug-in) can upgrade for $99.99. Those who don’t own an ON1 app can order for $119.99.

The Panasonic G9 is a new flagship compact system camera that boasts a 20 megapixel sensor, 20fps burst shooting with full-time AF or 60fps without, 80 megapixel multi-shot high-resolution mode, 6.5-stops dual image stabilisation, a vari-angle touchscreen, an OLED electronic viewfinder and 4K video recording. We've spent a little time getting to know the Panasonic G9, so check out our first impressions of Panasonic's impressive new compact system camera...