Affinity - vs Luminar - vs On1 ?
Dec 26, 2017 06:54:14 #
HeyYou wrote:
I am beginning the process of deciding on a post-processing program. I've narrowed down my choices to Affinity vs Luminar vs On1.
I use a Mac. I don't need a cataloguing function.
If you have experience in these programs, please weigh in.
Thank you !
I use a Mac. I don't need a cataloguing function.
If you have experience in these programs, please weigh in.
Thank you !
Some reviews and comparisons -
https://nicolesyblog.com/2017/11/08/compare-luminar-on1/
https://www.provideocoalition.com/affinity-photo-on1-photo-raw-challenge-lightroom-photoshop/
http://lifeafterphotoshop.com/on1-photo-raw-2017-review/
https://mattk.com/state-post-processing-photo-editing-2017/
https://www.photoworkout.com/best-photo-editing-software/
https://macphun.com/blog/affinity-alternative
Dec 26, 2017 07:31:06 #
I have used all three, they are all very good but overall On1 is probably the best, the other two are huge memory hoggers and if you are low on RAM they are best avoided as it will take any up to 40 seconds to import a photograph and similar length of time to save/export it.
I would suggest you will need a minimum of 16 gb RAM and even then you could struggle.
I would suggest you will need a minimum of 16 gb RAM and even then you could struggle.
Dec 26, 2017 07:51:24 #
johneccles wrote:
I have used all three, they are all very good but overall On1 is probably the best, the other two are huge memory hoggers and if you are low on RAM they are best avoided as it will take any up to 40 seconds to import a photograph and similar length of time to save/export it.
I would suggest you will need a minimum of 16 gb RAM and even then you could struggle.
I would suggest you will need a minimum of 16 gb RAM and even then you could struggle.
I never found affinity to be slow I stillhave it installed on a 2006 macbook with 3GB ram running OSX Lion.
Maybe raw format makes a difference I pretty much have just dng raw files.
Dec 26, 2017 07:51:53 #
HeyYou wrote:
I am beginning the process of deciding on a post-processing program. I've narrowed down my choices to Affinity vs Luminar vs On1.
I use a Mac. I don't need a cataloguing function.
If you have experience in these programs, please weigh in.
Thank you !
I use a Mac. I don't need a cataloguing function.
If you have experience in these programs, please weigh in.
Thank you !
Hi there,
I use Luminar 18 - I've been using MacPhun apps for some years. Very easy to use as standalone or LightRoom plugins. I've also used ON1 products over the years but I'm not using their current software. Luminar is scheduled for DAM in 2018. Both Luminar and ON1 are excellent software and I'd recommend them both. I've found support on both excellent too. Just to confuse you I also use Alien Skin Exposure X2 which is excellent. I use it primarily for it's film presets which are fantastic but it has much, much more.
I would suggest you download trials of these programmes and select the one you like best.
Good luck.
Dec 26, 2017 07:53:53 #
traderjohn wrote:
No thought about Lightroom or Photoshop? If not I would go with Luminar 2018.
I agree ... no catalog YET ...
They are trying to aim at Lightroom ... try it for 30 days free.
Dec 26, 2017 08:02:51 #
[quote=bsprague]IMHO, it is more important to pick one and learn it well than it is to try and find the "best".
Well said. After struggling for years with and paying monthly for PS/LR, I switched to Luminar. It may not have some of the "best" features of both, but it was easy for me to learn and use. Im extremely happy with the results and have no trouble recommending it to anyone. I'm not as familiar with the other two; I'd say go with your instinct after a few trials. I should add that I'm NOT a professional.
Well said. After struggling for years with and paying monthly for PS/LR, I switched to Luminar. It may not have some of the "best" features of both, but it was easy for me to learn and use. Im extremely happy with the results and have no trouble recommending it to anyone. I'm not as familiar with the other two; I'd say go with your instinct after a few trials. I should add that I'm NOT a professional.
Dec 26, 2017 08:28:47 #
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Dec 26, 2017 09:03:04 #
I bought Luminar in November and I was so disappointed that I requested a refund of my money.
I do not know today because they have done a couple of updates to the software but it was painfully slow and the more Mp. the file the worst it was.
In my humble opinion Macphun released Luminar before it was ready.
I do not know today because they have done a couple of updates to the software but it was painfully slow and the more Mp. the file the worst it was.
In my humble opinion Macphun released Luminar before it was ready.
Dec 26, 2017 09:14:05 #
camerapapi wrote:
I bought Luminar in November and I was so disappointed that I requested a refund of my money.
I do not know today because they have done a couple of updates to the software but it was painfully slow and the more Mp. the file the worst it was.
In my humble opinion Macphun released Luminar before it was ready.
I do not know today because they have done a couple of updates to the software but it was painfully slow and the more Mp. the file the worst it was.
In my humble opinion Macphun released Luminar before it was ready.
I agree the application is slow with large files. Couple updates included 'performance' improvements ... so I assume they are aware.
I use as a plug-in with Lr Classic ... and use it for Lr Star rated 4 and 5 images (so there are not many lol)
Dec 26, 2017 09:51:07 #
LarryFitz
Loc: Beacon NY
Take your time, there is a learning curve to all. All have trail versions. Download one of the trials use it til the trial ends, then download the next on you list. I believe they each have a 30 day trial so it will be a three month project, but you will learn alot about the program and what you want to do with post processing.
Dec 26, 2017 09:59:04 #
If you're not interested in Photoshop / Lightroom, look into On1 PhotoRaw or Luminar. On1 is more fully featured at this point, but my preference is Luminar - the workflow and results are outstanding.
Dec 26, 2017 10:26:42 #
StevenG
Loc: Long Island, NY
HeyYou wrote:
I am beginning the process of deciding on a post-processing program. I've narrowed down my choices to Affinity vs Luminar vs On1.
I use a Mac. I don't need a cataloguing function.
If you have experience in these programs, please weigh in.
Thank you !
I use a Mac. I don't need a cataloguing function.
If you have experience in these programs, please weigh in.
Thank you !
I use Lr and PS as my primary editing programs. I also use ON1 and Topaz as plug ins. I like ON1 a lot. ON1 is making a major push to become a big time player in the RAW conversion/editing/organizing market in a move to entice Lr/PS users away from Adobe. I read they will be making many changes/upgrades this year which should make the program more desirable.
Steve
Dec 26, 2017 11:41:57 #
jackpi
Loc: Southwest Ohio
It makes no difference which one you choose. They all produce good results if you take care to learn them.
Dec 26, 2017 11:42:56 #
Dec 26, 2017 12:59:18 #
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