DxO PhotoLab 9 Is Here

credits: DxO

Photo editing software PhotoLab has just hit version 9, and DxO is calling it one of the most significant updates in the program’s history. The Paris-based company says the latest release introduces major upgrades, including AI-powered masking, improved local adjustments, better denoising and sharpening, and a smoother workflow overall.

The biggest change is the new AI Masks feature. Instead of brushing or drawing selections, you can now click on a part of the image, draw a quick box, or choose from preset subjects like sky, people, or hair. The software automatically creates pixel-accurate masks that can be applied to single shots, copied across batches, or even saved as presets. DxO says this makes tasks like isolating hair in a portrait much faster and more reliable. The masks also work seamlessly with the existing U Point Technology, allowing photographers to combine AI selections with classic control points, gradients, or brushes for even finer adjustments.

Other improvements in PhotoLab 9 include batch renaming, expanded preset options, and support for HEIC/HEIF and Apple ProRAW image formats, which will be particularly useful for iPhone shooters. The software is available for macOS and Windows at $239.99 for a new lifetime license, while upgrades from PhotoLab 7 or 8 cost $119.99.

You can see full details on DxO’s website here