FASHION
Discover the pro photographers
who love DxO PhotoLab 9
Karim Roland
Fashion and portrait photographers
Karim Roland brings a refined yet natural touch to fashion and portrait photography. Rooted in a background of female portraiture, his work balances structure and spontaneity, placing light, gesture, and emotional connection at the heart of every image. “Each photo should feel alive and approachable,” he says. “It should leave room for interpretation while staying true to my intent.”
DxO PhotoLab 9 is where every project begins
“For me, DxO PhotoLab 9 is the starting point of every professional shoot,” Karim explains. “The optical corrections and DeepPRIME XD give me a clean foundation that’s technically flawless, and from there, I can bring in my creative direction.” Whether working with fashion retailers, agencies, or independent designers, DxO PhotoLab 9 gives him the confidence that his files are solid from the very first step.
DxO PhotoLab 9
RAW photo editing at its finest
“Smart tools, faster edits, more control”
“The intelligent masking in DxO PhotoLab 9 is a real breakthrough,” says Karim. “It detects faces, backgrounds, outfits — everything — with a precision that saves me so much time.”
For targeted edits, he often combines AI Masks with brushes to refine tones or highlight details like accessories and textures. “It’s flexible, fast, and feels intuitive.”
A more natural way of editing
“PhotoLab encourages subtlety,” Karim tells us. “It’s helped me use microcontrast more effectively and avoid over-editing. The rendering always starts natural, and I can push it gently to get the look I want.” Even with complex lighting, the results feel authentic — like a backlit fashion shoot where DxO helps preserve detail across the whole image.
Perfect for those who demand quality without compromise
“DxO PhotoLab 9 respects the photographer’s vision,” says Karim. “It’s fast, reliable, and delivers consistent results without ever distorting the light or color. That’s essential for my work.” When asked what advice he’d give new users, he adds: “Start with the basics. Trust DeepPRIME and the default corrections. The software will do more than you expect and lets you focus on what really matters.”
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TRAVEL
Mathieu Bachon
aka Nohcab
Professional travel photographer
Travel photographer Mathieu Bachon is in love with the landscape, blending human elements to create a connection with his audience. “I want people to feel the warmth, the cold, the chaos, or the calm through my photos,” he explains. With the help of DxO PhotoLab 9, his images achieve exactly that.
DxO software lets him push his work even further
“A photo comes to life when we transform an idea and express it visually, and PhotoLab speaks to me as a photographer,” says Mathieu. “When I use it to edit my photos, I’m much more meticulous. The tools give me full control over the final result, with a level of finesse I haven’t found elsewhere.”
DxO PhotoLab 9
RAW photo editing at its finest
“New tools open up new opportunities”
“The addition of AI Masks makes my work faster and more precise,” Mathieu tells us. “Combined with U Point™ and Control Lines, DxO PhotoLab 9 is the ultimate editing setup.
It gives me the flexibility to achieve the results I want more easily. I save time while gaining so much precision!”
Version 9 is a leap forward
And it’s not just about selection tools. “This new version has been a small revolution. It makes my professional workflow incredibly efficient, especially with the new batch renaming.
Plus, the software calms me! That might sound strange, but I love the interface as it encourages me to take my time.”
Blending artistic vision with impeccable image quality
“DxO PhotoLab 9 allows me to get the most out of my camera,” says Mathieu. “I’m always impressed by the quality of the RAW demosaicing, especially on X-Trans sensors. Then, DxO’s optical modules let me optimize my lenses’ performance and get a clean image from edge to edge. It’s a joy to zoom in and see every detail.”
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WILDLIFE
Petr Bambousek
Professional wildlife photographer
A respected wildlife photographer, educator, and tour leader for more than 20 years, Petr makes images that highlight the beauty of the natural world and reveal the true splendor of endangered species. Now DxO PhotoLab 9 gives him all-new ways of doing it even better.
“DxO PhotoLab 9 is the perfect package for wildlife”
Many of Petr’s clients ask him what the best software is for wildlife photographers. “I'm happy to recommend DxO PhotoLab 9 without hesitation!” he says.
“DeepPRIME is the best at removing high ISO noise, making photos from any sensor look amazing — and the new subject-based masking is second to none.”
DxO PhotoLab 9
RAW photo editing at its finest
“The best AI subject selection tools”
“PhotoLab has evolved, and its AI-powered selections aren’t just new, they’re better than anything else,” says Petr. “As usual, DxO did it right.
DxO PhotoLab 9 picks out birds, animals, and flowers more precisely than Lightroom or Capture One, letting me add brightness and adjust contrast in the most natural way.”
New tools are even better with old favorites
“Some AI edits can look unnatural,” Petr says, “but not when using DxO PhotoLab 9’s new AI Masks with its existing U Point controls.
Together, they let me isolate complex subjects, while feathering the effect to blend adjustments into the frame, which is fantastic for wider shots of animals.”
Organizing wildlife shoots just got easier
DxO PhotoLab 9 makes organizing wildlife shoots easier, too. “The new Stacking feature in the Library mode is great for me,” says Petr. “It makes working on a series of images a lot more manageable, and the new renaming features are very welcome, too.”
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SPORT
Davey Wilson
Sports and lifestyle photographer
Davey is an award-winning sports and lifestyle photographer, known for his raw, documentary perspectives. With dramatic angles and compositions amplifying the human story, his photography is intense and emotional, and DxO PhotoLab 9 helps him get there.
“DxO PhotoLab gives me the sharpest results”
For the highest quality, Davey relies on DxO PhotoLab 9’s unique DxO Modules — corrections that add sharpness and quality
to every photo.
“They’re the best in the world, nothing else comes close.
The precision of DxO’s laboratory measurements really shows off in my work,” Davey explains.
DxO PhotoLab 9
RAW photo editing at its finest
With AI Masks, editing has never been so easy
“PhotoLab’s AI Masks have changed the way I edit, and they work better than anything else I’ve tried,” says Davey.
“You just click on the subject and go. I can invert masks to work on backgrounds, duplicate and combine them to get the perfect result.”
AI Masking made even better
To make stand-out images, Davey combines the new new AI Masks in DxO PhotoLab 9 with trusted U Point selections.
“The edits I make subtly guide the viewer’s eye. With PhotoLab 9, it’s totally instinctive, and these tools effortlessly connect me with what I saw in my imagination.”
Unmatched image quality
“People don’t talk enough about how brilliantly DxO PhotoLab handles color,” says Davey. “The Wide Gamut color space nails it, delivering beautifully natural color from any camera on the market.” And for noise, nothing else compares. “I regularly shoot at ISO 12800 and never even think about noise. Don’t get a new camera — upgrade your editing software!”
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DANCE
Agathe Poupeney
Professional
dance photographer
Agathe Poupeney is drawn to movement, light, and narrative. A self-taught photographer, she has spent over two decades capturing the energy and artistry of live performance. Today, she works with some of France’s most prestigious cultural institutions, where she documents both the spectacle on stage and the quiet intensity of rehearsals.
“I strive to be faithful to what I see and feel on stage,” she says. “The emotion, the atmosphere, the light — it all has to come through.”
AI Masks changed everything
For Agathe, the new AI Masks in DxO PhotoLab 9 are a game-changer. “Before, I retouched everything manually, working to balance the bright performers with the darker sets. Now, the software detects subjects and backgrounds instantly. I can apply my presets and adjustments in just a few clicks. It saves hours.”
“I once had to deliver 50 photos the same night after a performance. Thanks to smart selections, I could work faster and still send off images that felt consistent and polished.”
DxO PhotoLab 9
RAW photo editing at its finest
DxO PhotoLab 9 gives her freedom to create
Live performance brings unique challenges: complex lighting, fast movement, and very low exposure levels. With DxO PhotoLab 9, she no longer feels limited.
“It’s completely changed how I work,” she explains. “I used to stay below ISO 3200 to avoid noise, but that meant I couldn’t capture certain moments. Now I can shoot at ISO 12,800 and with DeepPRIME technology, my images finally reflect what I saw with my own eyes.”
Precision that keeps up with her pace
For someone who juggles multiple clients with different file-naming protocols, advanced batch renaming is more than a convenience — it’s a necessity. “I’ve created presets for each client. It makes archiving easier and keeps everything consistent, especially when I’m working under a tight deadline!”
Trust your instincts and your tools
When asked what advice she’d give to new DxO PhotoLab 9 users, Agathe doesn’t hesitate: “Start exploring the presets and AI Masks. They give you a quick way in and produce great results right away. And most of all — trust the software. It’s more powerful than you think.”
And to her younger self? “Be bolder. Experiment earlier. Don’t let technical limits hold back your creativity. The right tools — like PhotoLab — can open up so many opportunities.”
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LANDSCAPE
Yoshiki Fujiwara
Award-winning landscape photographer
From snow-covered slopes to ancient forests, Yoshiki Fujiwara brings nature’s quiet power into focus. Having grown up in the mountains and traveled through some of Japan’s most pristine landscapes, his passion for the outdoors shines through in every frame. With accolades from National Geographic and the International Photography Awards, he combines technical mastery with a deep emotional connection to the natural world.
From snowboarder to storyteller
“My journey into photography began almost by accident,” he shares. “I bought a DSLR to capture Yakushima’s beauty, and I was amazed to see how a long exposure could reveal the silky texture of flowing water — something invisible to the naked eye.
That moment changed everything.”
Inspired by international photographers and driven by a desire to compete on a global stage, he refined his style through tireless experimentation. “I wanted my photos to carry the same emotional weight as the moments I experienced,” he says.
DxO PhotoLab 9
RAW photo editing at its finest
“Editing as an emotional bridge”
“Editing isn’t just a technical step,” he says. “It’s a creative process that helps me translate subtle impressions — like shifts in light or mood — into something visual.” Tools like Color/B&W Rendering help him define the emotional tone of a photo, whether through vibrant colors or poetic monochrome. “These features let me go beyond what the camera sees and recreate what I felt.”
AI tools
bring power
and precision
The new AI Masking features have been a revelation. “Tasks that once took a long time, like selecting skies or hair, are now instant,” he explains. “One click, and the software creates a precise mask. It’s accurate, intuitive, and saves me so much time.” For more nuanced work, he combines AI Masks with Control Points or Brushes, allowing both speed and artistic control. “It’s a powerful balance of automation and creativity.”
DxO PhotoLab 9 at the heart of his creative process
“DxO PhotoLab 9 is fully integrated into my workflow,” he explains. “From the initial RAW development to detailed local adjustments, it allows me to express the emotions I felt when capturing the scene.” DeepPRIME’s high-precision noise reduction plays a central role, helping him preserve delicate details like leaves or branches — even in low light. “It gives my images a richness and dimensionality that truly reflect the landscape.”
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For the passionate photographer.