ON1 Photo RAW 2026.2 arrives today as a free update for all Photo RAW 2026 owners, delivering improvements that push ON1 forward as a leading Lightroom alternative and advanced raw photo editor. This update focuses on workflow speed, smarter AI results, and a smoother user experience across the board—making it easier than ever to get professional results with modern photo editing tools.
Whether you’re upgrading portraits with improved Face Restoration, exporting images faster, learning new modules with built-in guidance, or taking advantage of expanded camera and lens support, the 2026.2 update ensures your photo editing software works harder for you.
Improved Face Restoration — Sharper Details, Better Accuracy
The upgraded AI Face Restoration model inside Resize AI delivers noticeably better results for:
- Teeth, eyes, and glasses
- Smaller or distant faces
- Preserving natural texture and detail
Portrait photographers will see higher-quality outputs with fewer artifacts, especially when enhancing older images or low-resolution portraits.
Here’s a quick video Dylan Kotecki put together showing the new feature in action.
New Module Tips for Faster Learning
2026.2 introduces Module Tips, short onboarding dialogs that guide first-time users through each module. This makes ON1 Photo RAW easier to get up to speed for beginners while helping experienced users discover overlooked tools that speed up editing workflows.
Faster Exports + Easier Export Presets
Exporting is now faster and more responsive, especially for large raw files or batch jobs. Export presets have also been redesigned to be easier to create, organize, and apply—saving pros and high-volume shooters valuable time.
New Camera Support
ON1 Photo RAW 2026.2 adds RAW support for:
- Leica M EV1
- Sony FX 30
New Lens Profiles Added
Optical corrections are now available for the following lenses:
Canon:
- EF 20–35mm f/3.5–4.5 USM
- RF 10–20mm f/4L IS STM
Fujifilm:
- XF 16–50mm F2.8–4.8 R LM WR
Mamiya/Sekor:
- SX 55mm f/1.8
Minolta:
- MD 24mm f/2.8
- MD 45mm f/2
Nikon:
- Z 70–180mm f/2.8
- AF-S DX 55–200mm f/4–5.6G ED VR II
OM System:
- OM 12–100mm F4.0
Pentax:
- Super-Multi-Coated Takumar 400mm f/5.6
- smc Pentax-M 28mm f/2.8
- HD PENTAX-D FA 21mm F2.4 ED Limited DC WR
Other brands:
- Auto Petri 55mm f/1.8
- TTArtisan E 23mm f/1.8
- Tamron AF 18–400mm f/3.5–6.3 Di II VC HLD
- Viltrox 15mm f/1.7 E
- Yashica ML 55mm f/4 Macro
- Carl Zeiss Sonnar T* 180mm f/2.8 MMJ
Stability Improvements and General Refinements
This release continues ON1’s commitment to quality with better stability, UI polish, and bug fixes across the app. These refinements improve responsiveness and deliver a smoother experience day-to-day.
Generative AI Tools on macOS
A subset of macOS users who updated to macOS Tahoe 26.1 may notice slower Generative AI tools in Photo RAW, including Generative Erase and Generative Crop. Apple’s system changes disabled the usual GPU/NPU acceleration, and both this 2026.2 update and our 2026.1 workaround restores correct results but still processes more slowly. This issue affects multiple developers—not just ON1. We’re working with Apple on a fix and will share updates as soon as we have them. We will continue to post updates around this specific on our Facebook page, make sure to follow us.
What’s Ahead for ON1 Photo RAW
ON1 Photo RAW 2026.2 is just another step in our ongoing work to keep making Photo RAW better. We’re also working on improving the raw processing so your photos look better and you can edit faster. We’ll continue to innovate by adding new features that make everyday editing simpler and more efficient. Over the next year, you’ll also see updates more often, so improvements and fixes reach you sooner based on your feedback. As we add more tools, our goal stays the same: give you outstanding results while keeping you in control, so Photo RAW remains a tool you can trust and rely on for your work.
How to Get the Free Update
If you own ON1 Photo RAW 2026, the 2026.2 update is completely free.
You can update it in two ways:
- Inside Photo RAW — go to Help > Check for Updates.
- From your ON1 Account — download the latest version from your products page.
Pricing & Availability
If you haven’t updated yet, download 2026.2 today. Ready to purchase? Get the latest pricing here.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is ON1 Photo RAW 2026.2 a free update?
Yes. ON1 Photo RAW 2026.2 is a completely free update for all Photo RAW 2026 owners. You can install it through the in-app updater or download it from your ON1 account.
What are the main new features in ON1 Photo RAW 2026.2?
Photo RAW 2026.2 adds an improved Face Restoration AI model in Resize, helpful Module Tips dialogs for first-time users, faster export performance with easier-to-use presets, expanded camera and lens support, and general stability and performance refinements.
How was Face Restoration improved in ON1 Photo RAW 2026.2?
The updated Face Restoration AI model in Resize generates better results for teeth and glasses, handles smaller faces more reliably, and produces more natural, detailed portraits when upscaling or restoring images.
What are Module Tips in ON1 Photo RAW 2026.2?
Module Tips are new onboarding dialogs that appear the first time you visit a module. They briefly explain what the module does and show you how to get started, helping new and existing users learn the tools faster.
How has export been improved in ON1 Photo RAW 2026.2?
Exporting in Photo RAW 2026.2 is faster and more responsive, especially for large jobs. Export presets are easier to create, organize, and reuse, making it quicker to deliver consistent results across multiple images and projects.
Which new cameras are supported in the 2026.2 update?
ON1 Photo RAW 2026.2 adds RAW support for the Leica M EV1 and Sony FX 30, so files from these cameras now open and process correctly in the app.
Which new lenses have profiles in ON1 Photo RAW 2026.2?
The update adds profiles for lenses from Canon, Fujifilm, Mamiya/Sekor, Minolta, Nikon, OM System, Pentax, TTArtisan, Tamron, Viltrox, Yashica, and Carl Zeiss, covering a wide range of primes, zooms, and legacy lenses.
What stability and performance improvements are included in 2026.2?
ON1 Photo RAW 2026.2 includes general stability fixes, reliability improvements, and interface refinements across the app, delivering a smoother and more consistent editing experience.
What is the status of Generative AI performance on macOS Tahoe 26.1 and later?
A subset of macOS users may experience slower Generative AI tools due to changes in macOS Tahoe 26.1. The 2026.1 workaround restores correct results but runs on the CPU, leading to slower processing. This issue affects multiple developers and is tied to system-level changes. ON1 is actively working with Apple and exploring internal improvements but does not yet have an ETA for a full fix.
How do I install the ON1 Photo RAW 2026.2 update?
You can install ON1 Photo RAW 2026.2 by using the Check for Updates option inside the app, or by downloading the latest installer from your ON1 account on the website.