DXO Updates PhotoLab to Version 9.6
Hot on the heels of the recent PureRAW version 6 release, DXO has also updated PhotoLab to version 9.6. This update includes the DeepPrime improvements that were seen with PureRAW and also a new feature for working with masks.
DeepPRIME XD3 for all sensors
Previously exclusive to X-Trans cameras, DeepPRIME XD3 is now also available on Bayer sensor cameras. According to the press release:
An evolution of DxO’s renowned DeepPRIME technology, DeepPRIME XD3 is designed specifically for the most demanding files captured under challenging conditions. It produces cleaner, sharper images than ever before, extracting phenomenal detail while maintaining natural textures and accurate colour reproduction. From high-ISO night scenes to finely detailed landscapes, DeepPRIME XD3 establishes a new benchmark for what’s possible in RAW conversion.
I talked about this more in my first look review of PureRAW 6 if you missed it.
AI Masks gain diffusion for smoother, more natural selections
They have now added the option to diffuse AI generated masks. This basically allows you to soften mask edges and feather selections. This is something I have been wanting for a long time in any software that generates masks with AI. It’s good to see someone finally implement this.
High-Fidelity Compression: RAW-quality DNGs up to four times smaller
This was also introduced with PureRAW 6, and now you can make compressed DNGs with PhotoLab. This is a huge space saver, as previously DNGs would be quite large, often significantly bigger than the comparable RAW files. I looked at this when I was reviewing PureRAW 6 and here’s what I found:
For example, On a 24mp file from my old Sony A6000 (which does compress the RAW file slightly too) - the RAW file is 25mb. An uncompressed DNG file from PureRAW is 109 mb while one using the new high-fidelity compression option is only 17mb.
The same space savings should apply when using DXO Photo Lab 9.6
Price and availability
DxO PhotoLab 9.6 is available today from the DxO website for macOS and Windows machines. New license $239.99 / 239.99 € / £219.99 Upgrade from DxO PhotoLab 7 or 8 $119.99 / 119.99 € / £109.99
A 30-day trial is available from the DXO website.
Version 9.6 is available as a free update to owners of DxO PhotoLab 9. You can use my code: ThomasFitzgerald15 to get 15% off (new customers only, I’m afraid)
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