New cameras and lenses require updated RAW decoding. Preactivated v8.4 will not recognize RAW files from cameras released after 2019 — meaning you cannot edit images from modern Sony, Canon, Nikon, or Fujifilm bodies.
Significant performance improvements for image editing and viewing through better use of the graphics card. Enhanced Color Grading: New cameras and lenses require updated RAW decoding
The headline feature of v8.4 was enhanced . For the first time, users with compatible graphics cards saw a massive performance boost when using the Develop module. This meant smoother slider movements, faster rendering of adjustments, and a generally snappier experience on high-resolution 4K and 5K monitors. 2. Enhanced Color Labeling faster rendering of adjustments