Media 100 is taking a very crucial first step. For a limited time M100 is available at $400 off, according to the Media 100 website. The next step is for Boris FX to aggressively spread the word about the significant (temporary) price drop. Step 3 is to lower the upgrade price, even if only for a temporary period. Right now the lowest upgrade price and the purchase price are the same.
As far as the picture, have you tried to resize it in an image editor (like Photoshop)?