This software update adds new support for H.265 4:4:4 12-bit files when using NVIDIA GPUs, allows for encoding of 32-bit float audio in QuickTime clips, supports trimming QuickTime audio clips when managing media, and adds support for double clicking to open DRP files on Windows and Linux. DaVinci Resolve Studio 16.2.1 update also improves decode support for 10-bit H.265 4:4:4 as well as performance with ProRes, DNxHR, and OpenEXR on high end CPUs. DolbyVision analysis has been improved, systems with Intel graphics are now more reliable, and general improvements have been made for decoding camera clips with AAC audio, HDR tone mapping, transition performance and more.

As part of its virtual NAB exposition (program here), Borix FX introduced the new Silhouette Paint plug-in for Adobe/OFX applications incl. DaVinci Resolve/Fusion! It builds on the industry-leading Silhouette retouching application and is significantly more affordable thanks to its subscription-only distribution. New versions of the plug-ins Sapphire 2020.5, Continuum 2020.5 and Mocha Pro 2020.5 will also be introduced.

Thefirmware of the Panasonic LUMIX S1 and S1R high-performance cameras has been updated to version 1.5, which brings wider compatibility with CFexpress media (full list here), the ability to use 50p/25p frame rates in all regions, and the deactivation of the touch control for the [Delete All] function in playback mode for increased operational safety. The update can be download ed here. According to the manufacturer Wise, the brand's CFexpress cards
are also compatible, also as of firmware version 1.5

In addition to the new Cosmo M7wireless monitor, the M7 transmitter and monitor kit, as well as separate receivers for the Mars 400S and Cosmo 500/600/1200/2000 series will be available soon!

Blackmagic Design has released a new official list of recommended recording media (CFast/SD/USB-C SSD) for the Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 4K and Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 6K. New additions to the list include CFast 2.0 cards from Angelbird AV PRO, Delkin Devices and FreeTail Evoke Pro, and USB-C drives from LaCie and PNY Pro Elite. The Blackmagic Camera 6.9.1 update released today improves stability and fixes issues with 48V phantom power activation after displaying bars.

Recommended recording media for Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 4K (4/2020)
CFast 2.0
Recommended CFast 2.0 cards for 4K DCI Blackmagic RAW 3:1recording at up to 60 fps
Recommended CFast 2.0 cards for 4K DCI ProRes HQ recording up to 60 fps:
Recommended CFast 2.0 cards for 4K DCI Lossless RAW recording up to 30 fps
Recommended CFast 2.0 cards for 4K DCI 3:1 RAW recording up to 60 fps
SD cards
Recommended SD cards for 4K DCI Blackmagic RAW 12:1 to 30 fpsrecording
Recommended SD cards for 4K DCI ProRes HQ recording up to 60 fps
Recommended SD cards for 1080p Lossless RAW recording up to 60 fps
Recommended SD cards for 1080 ProRes 422 HQrecording up to 60 fps*
Recommended SD cards for 4K DCI 4:1 RAW recording up to 60 fps
Recommended SD cards for 4K DCI Lossless RAW recording up to 24 fps
Recommended SD cards for 1080p Lossless RAW recording up to 60 fps
USB-C drives
Recommended USB-C drives for 4K DCI Blackmagic RAW 3:1recording up to 60 fps
Recommended USB-C drives for 4K DCI ProRes HQ recording at up to 60 fps
Recommended USB-C drives for 4K DCI Lossless RAW recording up to 30 fps
Recommended USB-C drives for 4K DCI 3:1 RAW recording up to 60 fps
*) New to the list.
Recommended recording media for Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 6K (4/2020)
CFast 2.0
Recommended CFast 2.0 cards for recording in 6K DCI Blackmagic RAW 5:1 up to 50 fps
Recommended CFast 2.0 cards for 6K 2.4:1 Blackmagic RAW 5:1recording at up to 60 fps
Recommended CFast 2.0 cards for 2.8K 17:9 Blackmagic RAW 3:1recording at up to 120 fps
Recommended CFast 2.0 cards for 4K DCI ProRes HQrecording up to 60 fps
Recommended CFast 2.0 cards for 1080 ProRes 422 HQrecording up to 120 fps
SD cards
Recommended SD cards for 6K 16:9 Blackmagic RAW 5:1recording at up to 30 fps
Recommended SD cards for 6K 16:9 Blackmagic RAW 8:1recording at up to 30 fps
Recommended SD cards for 6K 2.4:1 Blackmagic RAW 12:1recording up to 60 fps
Recommended SD cards for 4K DCI ProRes HQ recording up to 60 fps
Recommended SD cards for 1080 ProRes 422 HQrecording up to 120 fps
USB-C drives
Recommended USB-C drives for 6K Blackmagic RAW 5:1 up to 50 fpsrecording
Recommended USB-C drives for 6K 2.4:1 Blackmagic RAW 5:1 recording at up to 60 fps
Recommended USB-C drives for 2.8K 17:9 Blackmagic RAW 3:1recording at up to 120 fps
Recommended USB-C drives for 4K DCI ProRes HQrecording up to 60 fps
Recommended USB-C drives for 1080 ProRes 422 HQrecording at up to 120 fps
*) New to the list.