Adobe have released Camera Raw 4.3.1 for both Windows and Mac platforms. Version 4.3.1 includes the following changes:

- Compressed raw files from the Nikon D100 were read incorrectly in Camera Raw 4.3
- A possible artifact in Camera Raw 4.3 raw file support for the Olympus E-3 has been corrected

Website: Adobe Camera Raw 4.3.1 (Windows)
Website: Adobe Camera Raw 4.3.1 and DNG Converter (Windows)

Website: Adobe Camera Raw 4.3.1 (MAC)
Website: Adobe Camera Raw 4.3.1 and DNG Converter (MAC)

Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 1.3.1 will be released next week, according to a blog posting by Adobe’s Tom Hogarty. Version 1.3.1 of Lightroom will fix the same RAW issues as Adobe Camera RAW 4.3.1, plus fix a number of bugs (click the Continue link to view them).

MemoryMixer 2 scrapbook software turns your digital memories into a virtual multimedia memory experience. Digital camera owners and traditional scrapbookers alike can save their creations into a virtual album. “Our new scrapbooking software appeals to anyone who takes digital pictures,” says Lane Hill, COO, Lasting Impressions for Paper, Inc. “It’s a great option for people who want to actually do something special with all of those photos piling up in folders on their computer. It’s an easy way to quickly ‘show-off’ photos and feel proud of what you’ve done.” MemoryMixer 2 is available now for $79.95.

The onOne Software Everything Bundle includes six Adobe Photoshop software plug-ins for $499.95, more than 60% off the normal price. Genuine Fractals 5 Print Pro, PhotoTools 1 Professional Edition, PhotoFrame 3 Professional Edition, Mask Pro 4.1, Intellihance Pro 4.2 and PhotoTune 2.2 are included for $499.95. “Never before have we offered such a discount on the complete line of onOne Software products and the holidays are the perfect time for us to do so. And it’s the perfect time for those not familiar with our award-winning plug-ins to turbo boost their Photoshop productivity.” said Craig Keudell, president of onOne Software. In addition, for those wishing to purchase just one product from onOne Software, they will receive 20% off the original purchase price.

VSO Software has added support for RAW files from the Nikon D300 digital camera (.NEF Raw format). VSO Image Resizer, PhotoDVD and PhotoOnWeb all now support the Nikon D300.

StudioLine Photo Classic 3 Plus is an integrated solution for professional image management and editing. Photo Classic 3 Plus offers a clear user interface, optimized workflow, non-destructive image editing, rapid keywording and efficient search functions, and professional tools for image optimization. StudioLine Photo Classic 3 Plus costs £42 for a download version or £49 for a CD version. The “Christmas Special” of £21 or £28 will apply until December 31, 2007. The update is available immediately and is free for registered users of StudioLine Photo Classic 3.

Nikon have released a new version of ViewNX, a file browser which ensures quick access to images for instant viewing. Version 1.0.3 of Nikon ViewNX adds a long list of new features and enhancements, including thumbnails and playback of movie files from Nikon cameras and a fix for IPTC information that has been embedded using a third-party application. Click continue to view full details and download links.

ExpressDigital’s Darkroom software has been expanded with the release of 18 ExpressDigital Templates, border kits created for professional photographers. These high quality sport template kits are specifically designed to showcase the power of Darkroom. “We are pleased to be offering ExpressDigital Templates,” said Graham McFarland, Founder and CEO of ExpressDigital.  “We have always recognized borders as a great way to help photographers increase their sales by adding additional value to traditional photos.” ExpressDigital Templates are now available for sale for $195 per kit.

DSLR Remote Pro Multi-Camera and PSRemote Multi-Camera are new software applications from Breeze Systems that allow you to control up to 25 Canon cameras remotely from a single computer. DSLR Remote Pro Multi-Camera supports the Canon EOS-1Ds Mark III, 1D Mark III, 40D, 30D and 400D/Digital Rebel XTi. All the cameras can be fired from the PC, in which case there is a delay of approximately 1/6 sec between each camera firing, or they can be fired simultaneously by wiring together the cameras’ remote release connections. DSLR Remote Pro Multi-Camera costs US $95 x the number of cameras supported. PSRemote Multi-Camera allows multiple Canon PowerShot SX100 IS, S5 IS, A640, G7 or G9 cameras to be controlled from a single PC. PSRemote Multi-Camera costs $49 x the number of cameras supported.

DSLR Remote Pro v1.6 adds a new photobooth shooting mode and support for the Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III. The popular remote live view mode has been enhanced to allow the image to be inverted or reflected horizontally or vertically. A new photobooth mode aimed at event photography takes a sequence of pictures and then automatically sends them to a printer for printing. DSLR Remote Pro v1.6 costs US $95.

Photology is revolutionary new software that helps you navigate the flood of digital photos on your computer. It automatically examines the photos on your computer and identifies a number of real-world features, such as faces, sky, color, location and time of day. You can then use combinations of these features to quickly find a photo of interest. “Photology solves the problem almost everyone with a digital camera has – how do you find a specific photo when there are thousands of them disorganized on your hard drive? This tool will change how people interact with their digital photos.” said Tim Lenz, Enoetic co-founder and Photology developer. Photology is priced at $39 USD.

Noise Buster 5 reduces both luminance and color noise on digital images without spoiling other aspects of the photo. The new version of AKVIS Noise Buster offers an advanced algorithm of noise removal which suppresses visible noise without blurring the edges of objects. The plug-in version of Noise Buster offers a batch mode that improves a series of photos automatically. AKVIS Noise Buster 5 sells for $49 USD.

Nikon have announced a new, improved version of Capture NX, its main image editing application. Nikon Capture NX 1.3 adds support for RAW NEF images taken with the new D3 and D300 DSLR cameras. Nikon have also released a trial version of Capture NX 1.3.

Image Doctor 2 is a new Photoshop plug-in from Alien Skin Software that restores and retouches photos. Image Doctor’s unique software algorithms can save what would be the perfect photo from the trash bin while saving you hour upon hour of Photoshop work trying to fix it. Image Doctor 2 is available now for $199, or $99 to upgrade from a previous version.

DxO Labs today announced the immediate availability of DxO Optics Pro v5 for Windows. Originally slated for release at the end of October, DxO Optics Pro 5 was delayed for a month “following an extended testing and quality assurance phase”. DxO Optics Pro v5 is available in Standard and Elite versions at pricing unchanged from the previous version ($169 and $299 respectively).

Corel Paint Shop Pro Photo X2 now provides fully integrated support for the Microsoft HD Photo file format. “We’re pleased Corel has integrated HD Photo in Paint Shop Pro Photo X2 to provide their customers with an easy-to-use file format with industry-leading features,” said Kostas Mallios, general manager of the Rich Media Group at Microsoft. “HD Photo offers the ability to retain all of the rich data from RAW files in a convenient, finished file format.”

Nikon UK has announced that for the first time its new professional Digital SLR cameras, the D3 and D300, will be accompanied by Capture NX, Nikon’s award winning software package. The latest version of the software, Capture NX v1.3 will give professional photographers the creative freedom to develop and enhance shots, particularly when shooting in RAW format. Initial shipments of the new cameras will come with a product key that will unlock a downloaded trial version of Capture NX 1.3 available from the web site. A CD ROM version will be bundled with D300 and D3 from December. This is a limited offer that forms part of the initial launch campaign. The response to the offer has been extremely positive and Nikon expects the software offer to run well into 2008.

Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 1.3 and Camera Raw 4.3 updates are now available. Lightroom 1.3 adds support for Leopard Mac OS X 10.5 and includes a technology preview of the Lightroom Export SDK. Both Lightroom 1.3 and Camera Raw 4.3 include raw file support for seven additional digital cameras including the Nikon D3, Nikon D300 and Canon 1Ds Mark III.

Get a second copy of ACDSee Pro 2 and a Naneu Media Wallet for free when you buy ACDSee Pro 2 Photo Manager. ACDSee Pro 2 features next-generation workflow management and RAW processing functionality. This special offer expires on December 31st 2007.

Website: ACDSee Pro 2 Offer

LightZone 3.2 photo editing software is fully compatible with the new Apple OS X Leopard operating system. The LightZone update also adds support for a number of new digital cameras, including the Sony DSLR-A700 and Canon 40D. “Light Crafts is pleased to offer support for both the new Apple Mac OS X Leopard operating system and numerous digital cameras recently introduced from leading digital camera manufacturers,” said Fabio Riccardi, CEO, Light Crafts. “Many of our customers are early adopters of leading edge technology and new products. They can continue to count on Light Crafts to provide support for new products that are continuously introduced into the fast moving digital photography market.” LightZone 3.2 costs $249.95 for the Full version and $149.95 for the Basic version.