Photo Review

Adobe Labs has made the 'release candidate' for its Photoshop plug-in, Camera Raw 8.1, available for download.

Olympus will stop making its V-series digicams, according to a number of overseas financial reports, claiming the demand for compact cameras has been dramatically reduced due to competition from the latest smart-phones.

Lowepro has expanded its Photo Sport AW series of camera backpacks with the addition of the Photo Sport 30L AW.

Lowepro has introduced a new line of multi-use DSLR and CSC shoulder bags that allow photography enthusiasts to carry a basic camera kit in style and comfort.

Samsung Electronics Australia has announced the local release of its new NX300 compact system camera this month, along with a new NX 45mm f/1.8 2D/3D interchangeable lens.

Canon has released a new in-camera Picture Style pre-set for its EOS DSLRs, which is designed for use with the cameras' movie modes.

DxO Labs has announced the immediate availability of DxO Optics Pro v8.1.6 for Mac and Windows, which adds support for six new cameras.

Entries have opened for The Sydney Morning Herald Photos1440 Challenge, which offers winners a chance to experience life as a photojournalist and win prizes like a Canon EOS 5D Mark III Pro Kit (with EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II lens) or an internship working with The Sydney Morning Herald photo department.