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Fixing Infrared Hot Spots on the Fujifilm GF 35-70mm f/4.5-5.6 WR

The latest video uses Lightroom Classic to correct mild infrared hot spots with the Fujifilm GF 35-70mm f/4.5-5.6 WR. These techniques could also address mild hot spots from other lenses and most raw editors.

Fujifilm GF 35-70mm f/4.5-5.6 WR Hot Spot Tests

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