Photo Editing Software: I am new to this digital game. Looking at software editing programs not only for their functionality, but also price. Let's say PhotoShop did not exist, which...

fnflying

I am new to this digital game. Looking at software editing programs not only for their functionality, but also price. Let's say PhotoShop did not exist, which program would you then go with?
I am looking at: Capture One Pro 6 by Phase One (right now I can get this for 50% off only thru end of month, I think this is the closest to Photoshop), Niks Capture NX2, Lightroom 4.

Wahawk Loc: NE IA

I would go with PaintShop Pro x5!! Ultimate version under $100

mdorn Loc: Portland, OR

fnflying wrote:

I am new to this digital game. Looking at software editing programs not only for their functionality, but also price. Let's say PhotoShop did not exist, which program would you then go with?
I am looking at: Capture One Pro 6 by Phase One (right now I can get this for 50% off only thru end of month, I think this is the closest to Photoshop), Niks Capture NX2, Lightroom 4.

ACDSee Pro

http://www.acdsee.com/en/products/acdsee-pro-5

Wick Loc: Venice, Florida

Being brand new to the game, you probably should start with a freeware clone of Photoshop. Something like Gimp or Picasa. You can get them at downloads.com. Both act a lot like Photoshop and have a decent set of filters and some real fun special effects. Whatcha got to lose? I guarantee you'll have so much fun and it will kill the potential for fear of these type programs. Start each time by making a duplicate of the file or a separate layer. That way you can't damage the image that you started with.

BboH Loc: s of 2/21, Ellicott City, MD

I use CaptureNX2 - only handles Nikon Raw -but other than that it does a great job of editing. I've had PaintShop since Jasc put it on the marker; got PhotoShop because the instruction said I needed it for her course - BIG mistake! The only time I don't use NX is when I want some bell or whistle it doesn't do, then I use PaintShop

time and place Loc: Oly Penn, WA.

ADC Pro

russelray Loc: La Mesa CA

Corel PaintShop Pro X5

terrysmay

Try Picture Window 6.0 pro. Web site is dl-c.com

pappy0352 Loc: Oregon

Corel PaintShop Pro X4 or Lightroom4. The only thing with lightroom is you can't work with layers.

Pappy

martinfisherphoto Loc: Lake Placid Florida

Nix Software, Viveza2. Best software for the money.

fnflying wrote:

I am new to this digital game. Looking at software editing programs not only for their functionality, but also price. Let's say PhotoShop did not exist, which program would you then go with?
I am looking at: Capture One Pro 6 by Phase One (right now I can get this for 50% off only thru end of month, I think this is the closest to Photoshop), Niks Capture NX2, Lightroom 4.

gemlenz Loc: Gilbert Arizona

but Photoshop does exist...I think you have to determine what you want to do with your editing software...then you look at what's available that has those features...most of the ones you pay for you can try out for free.....Photoshop Elements does a fine job and it's not that expensive...

Wick Loc: Venice, Florida

gemlenz wrote:

but Photoshop does exist...I think you have to determine what you want to do with your editing software...then you look at what's available that has those features...most of the ones you pay for you can try out for free.....Photoshop Elements does a fine job and it's not that expensive...

Yeah, I just uprgaded to Elements 10.. Lovin' it. Just this mornin' I was working with changing the focal point after the fact. That blows my mind. I suggested since the poster is new to it all, he could get a really good look at what they can do for free with Gimp and / or Picasa. Have you checked them out? Lots of fun and some filters that go beyond the norm. Best to you

gemlenz Loc: Gilbert Arizona

I use Picasa all the time....I like that it allows you to view many types of file extensions including RAW files.

jlf1938 Loc: Acworth, GA

ACDSee Pro 5 is is well worth the money.

time and place Loc: Oly Penn, WA.

ACD PRO 6 is coming out 9/25. Early offer at $29.00 for upgrade.