Post processing
Jun 16, 2022 10:36:38 #
Ysarex wrote:
For raw files: DarkTable is free.
For RGB images (JPEGs): Affinity Photo is an inexpensive one time fee.
Some effort learning is required for everything. If it's really easy odds are it's not very effective. You've always got Photos from Apple.
For RGB images (JPEGs): Affinity Photo is an inexpensive one time fee.
Some effort learning is required for everything. If it's really easy odds are it's not very effective. You've always got Photos from Apple.
Jun 16, 2022 10:44:41 #
Janv wrote:
I'd appreciate suggestions on free, user friendly post processing programs that have been effective for your images. I'm a hobbyist and don't want to invest in Lightroom on a monthly basis. Or if there is a one time fee for a program, that would be considered. I have a Mac Air. Thanks in response to your suggestions!
Tell us what camera brand you use as it might affect the recommendations. If you shoot with a Nikon camera, Nikon NX Studio is Nikon's free RAW processor and browser too. It also includes Nikon Transfer, to use when downloading the images to a computer.
Canon's is called Digital Photo Professional (DPP).
Jun 16, 2022 11:05:22 #
Jun 16, 2022 11:46:18 #
rchadlock
Loc: Plano, Texas
Nikon has a free program, NX Studio. There is a learning curve, but it's pretty good.
Jun 16, 2022 12:23:30 #
Dwiggy
Loc: Dunedin, FL
Janv wrote:
I'd appreciate suggestions on free, user friendly post processing programs that have been effective for your images. I'm a hobbyist and don't want to invest in Lightroom on a monthly basis. Or if there is a one time fee for a program, that would be considered. I have a Mac Air. Thanks in response to your suggestions!
Not free but inexpensive and does all you will need it to do....Affinity Photo.
Jun 16, 2022 12:32:36 #
Jun 16, 2022 12:32:37 #
Photos for Mac is free, easy to use, and helps you organize your files, and share them with friends and family.
It will also synchronize your pictures across Apple devices and iCloud.
It allows for moderate corrections and cropping.
It does NOT have local controls, like dodge and burn or local color correction.
Since you own a Mac, you have nothing to lose by trying it, and Apple keeps it updated for you and new versions typically come with OS Updates.
I would suggest the following: Make a folder of about 100 pictures of as many different subjects as you typically shoot. Include some problem photos as well as RAW files and JPEGs. Label them 'Test Portfolio'. Then import them into PHOTOs and organize them & correct them to your liking. Enough to get a good feel for what you like and what you do not like.
Remember there is a learning curve with ANY software.
If you choose to try other Applications, import that same 'Test Portfolio' into each. Working with the pictures is a great way to compare different applications to see which you like and which work best. The other important reasons to use a standardized test portfolio, is that as you decide which applications you do not like, you can just trash everything related to that app (because you know you have all the pictures saved in your Test Portfolio.
The reason I suggest around 100 diverse files, is because it is big enough to have a real variety of pictures for testing, and still small enough to keep on your computer for whenever you want to test new software.
I hope this helps
It will also synchronize your pictures across Apple devices and iCloud.
It allows for moderate corrections and cropping.
It does NOT have local controls, like dodge and burn or local color correction.
Since you own a Mac, you have nothing to lose by trying it, and Apple keeps it updated for you and new versions typically come with OS Updates.
I would suggest the following: Make a folder of about 100 pictures of as many different subjects as you typically shoot. Include some problem photos as well as RAW files and JPEGs. Label them 'Test Portfolio'. Then import them into PHOTOs and organize them & correct them to your liking. Enough to get a good feel for what you like and what you do not like.
Remember there is a learning curve with ANY software.
If you choose to try other Applications, import that same 'Test Portfolio' into each. Working with the pictures is a great way to compare different applications to see which you like and which work best. The other important reasons to use a standardized test portfolio, is that as you decide which applications you do not like, you can just trash everything related to that app (because you know you have all the pictures saved in your Test Portfolio.
The reason I suggest around 100 diverse files, is because it is big enough to have a real variety of pictures for testing, and still small enough to keep on your computer for whenever you want to test new software.
I hope this helps
Jun 16, 2022 13:16:07 #
What camera brand do you shoot? Capture 1 has a free version (Capture 1Express), but the free version is only available for FujiFilm and one other brand, I think Nikon.
Jun 16, 2022 13:21:21 #
Janv wrote:
I'd appreciate suggestions on free, user friendly post processing programs that have been effective for your images. I'm a hobbyist and don't want to invest in Lightroom on a monthly basis. Or if there is a one time fee for a program, that would be considered. I have a Mac Air. Thanks in response to your suggestions!
Take a look at PhotoScape. Free!
Jun 16, 2022 13:54:47 #
Jun 16, 2022 14:14:22 #
csparbeck wrote:
FastStone is Windows only. Try Fastone and Fotosketcher----I use both and they are free.
Fotosketcher for Mac: https://fotosketcher.en.uptodown.com/mac
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Jun 16, 2022 15:21:18 #
Linda From Maine wrote:
There are versions of Fotosketcher for Windows and for Mac. The product mainly produces some special effects, with very limited edit capabilities. https://fotosketcher.com/
Jun 16, 2022 15:53:44 #
DWU2 wrote:
The OP has a Mac; that's why I provided a link for Mac version of Fotosketcher. I might have been unclear in my intentions There are versions of Fotosketcher for Windows and for Mac. The product mainly produces some special effects, with very limited edit capabilities. https://fotosketcher.com/
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Jun 16, 2022 15:58:05 #
I am a relative novice myself and I have been using Canon's DPP4. I found a number of really good tutorials on Youtube and I highly recommend them.
Jun 16, 2022 16:16:52 #
I use GIMP a lot. It runs on Mac and is extensive but has quite a learning curve.
I also use Picasa. It is still available to download and I actually use it more than GIMP.
Ed
I also use Picasa. It is still available to download and I actually use it more than GIMP.
Ed
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