General Updates
We’re excited to introduce Luminar 1.28.1, an update focused on making RAW editing more reliable, sharing Luminar easier, and everyday editing faster. With improved DNG support, quicker tools, and broader camera compatibility, this version gives you a smoother editing experience from import to export. Let’s explore what’s new:
- Better DNG support. Luminar now uses the official Adobe DNG SDK for DNG handling, helping more DNG files open as they were recorded by your camera, with more accurate color and white balance. Apple ProRAW photos from iPhone now open properly and are ready for full RAW editing in Develop. We’ve also added support for DNG files compressed with the JPEG XL codec, so you no longer need to convert them in another editor before working with them in Luminar.
- Invite friends. Sharing Luminar with friends is now easier than ever. The rebuilt referral program is available directly from the left sidebar, Luminar menu, and Account menu. Simply open Invite friends, grab your personal link, and share Luminar with anyone who would enjoy a better way to edit photos.
- Faster exports. Batch export is now around 15% faster, helping large sets of photos finish sooner. Spend less time waiting for your files and more time editing — or simply get your work done faster.
- Faster editing tools. Details now works up to 40% faster, while Bokeh AI is about 15% faster. Enjoy more responsive previews while fine-tuning your edits, with less waiting when working with heavier tools.
You’ll also find improved camera support for Apple, Samsung, Google, and DJI DNG RAWs, giving you more flexibility when working with photos from a wider range of devices.
Warning: Starting with the next release, Luminar will no longer support macOS 12 Monterey. The minimum supported version will be macOS 13 Ventura. If you’re using macOS 12, your current version of Luminar will continue to work, but you won’t receive future updates until you upgrade your system.
Update and explore the latest version now!