When using "Watched Folders" for tethered shooting, Lightroom can now automatically add imported photos directly into a specific collection.
Version 8 added support for the HEIC format used by iPhones, including "Depth Range Masking" which uses depth data from Portrait Mode photos to create precise local adjustments. Adobe Photoshop Lightroom Classic CC 2019 V8.1 Mac
This feature allows you to select a series of bracketed photos and merge them into an HDR panorama in one step, rather than creating individual HDRs first. rather than creating individual HDRs first.
The 8.1 update focused on user flexibility and streamlining repetitive tasks: Adobe Photoshop Lightroom Classic CC 2019 V8.1 Mac
This version leverages Metal on Mac for faster rendering in the Develop module. System Requirements for Mac
You can now see "partially compatible" presets (which may contain profiles not native to your specific camera) as italicized text, ensuring your favorite presets don't simply "disappear". Performance and macOS Optimization