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Adobe and DxO are pushing deeper into AI-assisted editing, with Lightroom Mobile adding an open-eyes fix, Photoshop previewing live effects, and ViewPoint 6 introducing AI masks for perspective correction. In camera hardware, Nikon’s Z5 appears to be facing a discontinuation signal in Japan, while Pixii has entered liquidation and Baseus has unveiled a U2 Pro spotlight-equipped tracker with cloud AI locked behind a subscription. Lumix S9 supply remains constrained for the body-only model, even as the kit is available.
A Japanese retail listing suggests the original Nikon Z5 may be nearing the end of its new-camera life, but Nikon has not announced a worldwide discontinuation. Stock is still visible in some regions, so the strongest confirmed reading is that the camera is in a possible phaseout, not that it has officially ended.
Source: Camera Times
• Published: October 21, 2026
Panasonic Lumix S9 stock is uneven at B&H, where the black body-only version is listed with a January 2027 availability date while a kit version remains in stock. The evidence points to a configuration-specific supply issue rather than a confirmed explanation for broader shortages.
Source: Camera Times
• Published: October 21, 2026
Pixii has entered judicial liquidation under French company records, raising questions about repairs, orders and software support for its rangefinder cameras. The company’s website still appears online, but that does not confirm ongoing operations or a rescue deal.
Source: Camera Times
• Published: October 21, 2026
Baseus has announced the PrimeSentinel U2 Pro outdoor security camera, which combines dual 3K cameras with a moving spotlight that tracks detected activity. The launch materials also say advanced AI alerts depend on a cloud subscription, so buyers should not assume all features work without payment.
Source: Camera Times
• Published: October 21, 2026
The Canon EOS R8 Mark II, Nikon Z5 II and Panasonic Lumix S9 each target a different kind of full-frame user despite similar core specs. The comparison concludes that Nikon is the best all-round stills choice, Canon is strongest for compact hybrid shooting, and Panasonic is the most video-focused option.
Source: Camera Times
• Published: October 21, 2026
Nikon’s tiny Nikon 1 mirrorless system is being reassessed as compact cameras regain interest. The historical record shows the line was fast and portable but limited by controls, low-light performance and sensor size, and there is no evidence Nikon plans a revival.
Source: Camera Times
• Published: October 21, 2026
Adobe has added Open Eyes to Lightroom mobile, allowing the app to generate open-eyed portraits when it detects closed eyes. Independent testing suggests access and pricing may vary by account or region, and the feature is part of a broader shift in how the app is presented in storefronts.
Source: Camera Times
• Published: October 21, 2026
Adobe has previewed a Light Leaks filter for Photoshop as part of a broader redesign of the app’s filter workflow. The update points to more editable, layer-like live effects and a wider move toward GPU-accelerated editing, but it remains in preview.
Source: Camera Times
• Published: October 21, 2026
DxO ViewPoint 6 adds AI masks to improve local perspective correction, alongside direct RAW opening and editable sidecar-based adjustments. The software uses machine learning to identify the subject while leaving the correction decisions to the photographer.
Source: Camera Times
• Published: October 21, 2026