Dubai, UAE - 15 December 2008: Adobe has released an update to its Photoshop Lightroom software, available immediately as a free upgrade for existing Middle East Lightroom 2 users. Lightroom 2.2 adds raw support for seven new camera models including the Canon EOS 5D Mark II and Canon PowerShot G10. The update also includes several refinements such as enhanced performance of the local adjustment tools.
In addition, Adobe's Camera Profiles are now available natively within Lightroom 2.2 and are provided automatically as part of this release. As the visual starting point for the raw processing workflow, camera profiles provide flexibility that allows photographers in the region to quickly achieve their desired rendering.
Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 2 is essential for today's digital photography workflow with quick options for importing, processing, managing, and showcasing images. With its second Lightroom update this autumn, Adobe continues to show its commitment to the photographic community, allowing photographers to take advantage of the latest cameras and technology.
Lightroom 2.2 supports the following additional camera models in the Middle East: Canon EOS 5D Mark II, Canon PowerShot G10, Panasonic DMC-G1, Panasonic DMC-FX150, Panasonic DMC-FZ28, Panasonic DMC-LX3 and Leica D-LUX 4.
Pricing and Availability
Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 2.2 is available now as a free download for existing Lightroom 2 customers at http://www.adobe.com/downloads/updates/. The estimated street price for the region is USD$370 for new users with an upgrade price of USD$128 for qualifying Lightroom customers.
For more information on Photoshop Lightroom 2 or to purchase the software, visit http://www.adobe.com/products/photoshoplightroom/.
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