zucco

Has anyone found a satisfactory replacement for Apple's Aperture software? I've been an Aperture user for quite some time and have used so many of it's features. Is anyone using a
program that doesn't require "rent" each month, stores files and edits as well. I'm listening . . .

Zucco

bobmcculloch Loc: NYC, NY

You sound like a Apple user so PSP is not an option, how about ACDC, Photo Commander might do you, long time since I used that one, had a couple of nice features, mind goes blank of all I used on my way to PSP.

zucco

Sounds like you tried other software but ultimately ended up ith PSP. Thanks for timely response though. Has anyone else had better luck? I'm still listening. Zucco

frjack Loc: Boston, MA

I switched to Capture One (C1) 10 (there is a newer version). The program includes instructions how to move Aperture into C1. I've done so successfully with a few files. When there is a truly miserable hot humid I-don't-wanna-go-outdoors weekend, will switch everything.

The most difficult part of C1 is learning how to create files and libraries, sessions vs. catalog. At times I was moved to rage. I'm getting it with reasonable consistency.

The processing part is very fine and exceeds my needs. The repair function could be better in version 10. To compensate I move the photo to another program if wires etc. must be removed. Basic functions (straightening, exposure, contrast and so on) are very easy. Masking and creating layers has been a revelation. The program does everything Aperture did and a lot more. I occasionally go back to Aperture, still like it, but am happy with the expanded possibilities of C1. And no monthly charge appearing on the credit card, though it is important to note that the program is not inexpensive. I think there is a free trial.

rpavich Loc: West Virginia

Does it not work anymore?

Gene51 Loc: Yonkers, NY, now in LSD (LowerSlowerDelaware)

You can always opt for the monthly payment schedule.

I use C1 and PS for all of my images from my Sony camera. I use LR/PS for everything else. The installment payment plan is not a reason to dismiss excellent software. Unless you are really bothered by it. The LR/PS has most certainly improved since CC was introduced, helping Adobe maintain it's industry leadership position in image editing and management software - everything else is second best, or worse. I initially started with the monthly, but now I pay annually. Other software titles, like On1, which I also use and is very good as well, has an annual upgrade charge of around $80, making it about $7 with tax every month. I don't see the difference paying once a year or every month makes on my images.

On the other hand, I like a monthly flat rate energy plan, so the monthly cost doesn't change - I hate the peaks in electric during the summer and the peaks in propane during the winter - it really wreaks havoc on cash flow sometimes.

zucco

Each of you have given me interesting info to follow up. If it's no bother, I hope to get back to you with questions. . .
Thank you for getting back to me.
Zucco

wrangler5 Loc: Missouri

Lightroom 6 (standalone version, no monthly rental) is still available from Adobe and third party sellers (Amazon and B&H, at least) for $149. There appears to be lots of info online about migrating your images from Aperture to Lightroom. Downside is that LR6 is no longer being updated by Adobe, so no new features will be added beyond those included in the 6.14 update - which you will want to download from Adobe and install if you buy the LR software, as what you get on disk or download will be the original 6.0 version. And eventually some operating system update will make it nonfunctional (as I gather is beginning to happen to Aperture.)

That said, Lightroom is a powerful product as it stands in version 6, and can be linked to other editors if you need more features.

Picture Taker Loc: Michigan Thumb

I'm not giving up on Apature. I love it and have lost a lot of respect for Apple for stopping it.

I think Apple is getting into more other stiff and cares less about the computers. They get more return on the people working on there stuff than maintaining a computer software.

Largobob

Hi Picture Taker.....I feel your pain, but.

Apple is a multibillion dollar corporation. It produces and sells HARDWARE. When we are lucky....the software comes along for the ride.

Often, third-party engineers design software. Apple has little/no control over that.

In this case, I don't believe you can blame Apple. JMHO

IDDOC

I feel your pain.
I have continued using Aperture for cataloguing and simple editing, but gave switched to Luminar 2018 for extensive, advanced editing. They are a 1 time purchase, and not too expensive. They promise to have a cataloguing component in the near future, which would then make them a complete post processing tool. It can be used with PHOTOS and as such you can use Photos for cataloguing and Luminar for editing.

Picture Taker Loc: Michigan Thumb

It was Apple software not a 3rd party.

rfmaude41 Loc: Lancaster, Texas (DFW area)

I use LR/PS CC (also LR 5.1.7 & PS 4 Extended), but I also use GIMP/DARKTABLE, which has about 99% of the LR/PS CC. If/when Adobe "goes bonkers" as far as $$$$'s, I will start using the "free stuff" and drop the Adobe subscription.