Used ACR instead of Photomatix Pro: I usually use Photomatix Pro to put together my HDR shots, but just used ACR for the heck of it to see how it worked. Not as many options, but...

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Used ACR instead of Photomatix Pro

Aug 14, 2022 23:16:00 #

kmohr3 Loc: Rockford, IL

I usually use Photomatix Pro to put together my HDR shots, but just used ACR for the heck of it to see how it worked. Not as many options, but seemed to keep a little more detail.

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Aug 15, 2022 07:34:10 #

dpullum Loc: Tampa Florida

You have brought up a subject, HDR, that has slid into my not used often tools, all of us should be aware of HDR and use it more. Thank you for bringing up the subject, kmohr3

Please explain who makes ARC, since HDR is not used by many Newbies. Me, a semi-newbie in HDR? it is rare that I do HDR, but I should do more and have a setup on one of my camera presets. As you demonstrate, HDR really make great photos.

I have a couple of HDR programs, the latest is Franzis Pure HDR free from Giveawayoftheday.com last week. I see that "ON1 HDR is currently available at an introductory special for just $39.99.
https://photorumors.com/2020/04/10/just-announced-topaz-labs-gigapixel-ai-denoise-v-2-1-3-and-a-new-on1-hdr-plus-the-latest-deals-on-photo-editing-software/

There are many HDR programs:
https://www.photoworkout.com/best-hdr-software-business/

Aug 15, 2022 11:23:09 #

kpmac Loc: Ragley, La

I really it. Looks great to me.

Aug 15, 2022 13:33:12 #

DWU2 Loc: Phoenix Arizona area

dpullum wrote:

You have brought up a subject, HDR, that has slid ... (show quote)

I think the OP was referring to Adobe Camera Raw (ACR).

Aug 15, 2022 13:42:59 #

AirWalter Loc: Tipp City, Ohio

kmohr3 wrote:

I usually use Photomatix Pro to put together my HDR shots, but just used ACR for the heck of it to see how it worked. Not as many options, but seemed to keep a little more detail.

When you click the + after downloading, the detail and clarity is beautiful. The photo looks very natural all over.

Aug 15, 2022 16:49:54 #

MrMophoto Loc: Rhode Island "The biggest little"

Nice photo. When working in my studio I almost always shoot for HDR and use Photomatix Pro, except when doing portrait work. I find HDR is great for bringing out subtle details. However, I also see a lot of photos over using the HDR programs to the point where they look almost cartoonish. I'm glad to see you didn't go there.

Aug 16, 2022 17:52:06 #

kmpankopf Loc: Mid-Michigan; SW Pennsylvania

I am a big fan of Photomatix. But I've been using ACR for along time and it has come a long way if playing with a RAW image. ACR is my post processing starting point.
But when there is a real difficult lighting situation, Photomatix is my choice.

Aug 28, 2022 13:26:02 #

kmohr3 Loc: Rockford, IL

kmpankopf wrote:

Yes, I'm a big fan of Photomatix as well. Also a big fan of ACR, and I think it gets a raw deal as it stands in the shadow of Lightroom (although it's almost identical).

My typical work flow when doing HDR is Photomatix then ACR, then Photoshop. When not doing HDR then just ACR, then Photoshop. (And using Bridge, of course, to cull, organize, and launch).

I may plan to use ACR a little more, (in place of Photomatix) to combine images in the future.

Sep 17, 2022 15:36:12 #

10MPlayer Loc: California

I hate the halos around the trees and buildings you see in a lot of Photomatix images. You don't see that here. Nice photo.

Sep 18, 2022 09:05:50 #

kmpankopf Loc: Mid-Michigan; SW Pennsylvania

10MPlayer wrote:

I hate the halos around the trees and buildings you see in a lot of Photomatix images. You don't see that here. Nice photo.

I agree. That being said Photomatix have greatly improved over the years. I like it to help help with EV levels when I struggle with ACR. The key is 'help out'. And yes, there was a time when I could over do it.

Jan 20, 2023 17:28:42 #

joecichjr Loc: Chicago S. Suburbs, Illinois, USA

kmohr3 wrote:

I usually use Photomatix Pro to put together my HDR shots, but just used ACR for the heck of it to see how it worked. Not as many options, but seemed to keep a little more detail.

Tack sharp and highly detailed beauty 🥩🥩🥩🥩🥩

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