Topaz Labs filters
Apr 10, 2012 00:40:56 #
The software I use is Adobe Photoshop Elements 9, but I do consider buying some Topaz filters to better my images.
Studying the different filters from Topaz Labs I have narrowed it down to the following:
Topaz Infocus - Making blur sharper.
Topaz Adjust - Single Image HDR and enhance colors.
Topaz Detail - Tone and Color Control - sharpen Image.
Topaz Dejeg - Improve and restore Jpeg.
If you have experience with one of the 4 here above, I love to hear your opinion.
Also I notice that there are internet sites, who offers these programs with 10 to 15% discount. Any experience with these shops?
Thank you
Studying the different filters from Topaz Labs I have narrowed it down to the following:
Topaz Infocus - Making blur sharper.
Topaz Adjust - Single Image HDR and enhance colors.
Topaz Detail - Tone and Color Control - sharpen Image.
Topaz Dejeg - Improve and restore Jpeg.
If you have experience with one of the 4 here above, I love to hear your opinion.
Also I notice that there are internet sites, who offers these programs with 10 to 15% discount. Any experience with these shops?
Thank you
Apr 10, 2012 01:08:32 #
I use Remask and love it. You can get close to the same results in PS but it takes longer. That one wasn't on your list bt thought I wou hip in.
I may also try their Adust but I think I can duplicateost of it with my PS skills.
I may also try their Adust but I think I can duplicateost of it with my PS skills.
Apr 10, 2012 14:06:58 #
gmcase wrote:
I use Remask and love it. You can get close to the same results in PS but it takes longer. That one wasn't on your list bt thought I wou hip in.
I may also try their Adust but I think I can duplicateost of it with my PS skills.
I may also try their Adust but I think I can duplicateost of it with my PS skills.
I just check Remask and it looks a lot easier to work with.
I might end up buying a bundle, I guess. I have the feeling it can help me a lot with the Real Estate - and close up photography.
Apr 11, 2012 07:13:47 #
If you sign up for one the their WEBINARS, you'll get 30% off for about 24 hours. I have, use and enjoy most of the filters.
Apr 11, 2012 07:15:15 #
I have almost all of the Topaz plug-ins and Adjust is definitely the pick of the litter. They are all useful but adjust does the most by far.
Apr 11, 2012 07:28:07 #
photocat
Loc: Atlanta, Ga
profpb wrote:
If you sign up for one the their WEBINARS, you'll get 30% off for about 24 hours. I have, use and enjoy most of the filters.
:thumbup:
Apr 11, 2012 07:30:21 #
I signed up for one of their webinars and got the discount when I bought the bundle and they post their webinars after as videos on you tube. Good Stuff
Apr 11, 2012 07:57:35 #
I use Topaz filters and like them. The only problem is that they
file your purchases under your e-mail address at the time of purchase. Thus when you change your address and/or system
there can be problems especially with upgrades? Apple also
uses this same method with APS. The important point is that this also makes your e-mail address a key to your identity at a location where you did not expect?
file your purchases under your e-mail address at the time of purchase. Thus when you change your address and/or system
there can be problems especially with upgrades? Apple also
uses this same method with APS. The important point is that this also makes your e-mail address a key to your identity at a location where you did not expect?
Apr 11, 2012 08:50:06 #
I LOVE the Topaz Suite of products! I have them ALL! Bought the bundle (at a discount), then added the B&W and Star Filter when they were out. The Adjust program is VERY cool!
And yes, sign up for a webinar and get 30% off -- good only for a day or two.
You will have a lot of fun with these products.
And yes, sign up for a webinar and get 30% off -- good only for a day or two.
You will have a lot of fun with these products.
Apr 11, 2012 09:01:42 #
I use all of them including the star effects and also attend all the webinars that I can.
Apr 11, 2012 09:42:35 #
Topaz offers free download/trial periods. Try the plug-ins and keep what works in your post processing scheme. Do a cost analysis, because if you intend to buy several, purchasing the package becomes more cost effective. I use them all, and could not function without Adjust, Remask, and the B&W filter; but they all get a work-out. One can mostly duplicate the results in Photoshop but the filters are more versatile and faster.
Apr 11, 2012 09:45:55 #
Lucian
Loc: From Wales, living in Ohio
They are a great set of software to use and not only that but they are currently the ONLY software makers of such things that still offer free upgrades to all the stuff you boufght from them. Everyone else charges you for updates after a certain period has passed usually a year. If I were you I would just opt to buy the whole suite, for the price it can't be beaten.
OnOne is another great suite to think about.
OnOne is another great suite to think about.
Apr 11, 2012 10:56:12 #
JeffT
Loc: Central NY
I have tried all of the Topaz filters. For me Adjust is number 1 and B&W is number 2. I also have Remask but use it only occasionally. I have other software that I like for other functions that Topaz covers.
Apr 11, 2012 14:51:06 #
I use Adjust and B&W heavily. If I want a certain effect, these can usually get me there.
Apr 11, 2012 15:59:13 #
Thank you all for the good advice.
Especially about following their webinar and the 30% discount.
I am indeed looking for a filters program that is more versatile and faster, like Remask.
This will help my Real Estate photography, I think.
Especially about following their webinar and the 30% discount.
I am indeed looking for a filters program that is more versatile and faster, like Remask.
This will help my Real Estate photography, I think.
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