Mikro Loc: Melbourne FL

I am considering the purchase of editing software.
Does anyone have an opinion of Corel AfterShot Pro (linux) or Adobe Photoshop
Elements 13 (windows)? Corel is about $25 cheaper for the linux version(from Corel site). I did have a problem (so far) locating a book/manual for the Corel. Also Amazon doesn't carry a linux version of Corel.

I have both as a 30 day trial. I did have a few lockups with Adobe.
So far so good with Corel.

Both programs are handling raw well.

Thanx,

Mikro

dsmeltz Loc: Philadelphia

What is your PP experience level? Newbie? Expert? In between?

DavidPine Loc: Fredericksburg, TX

Sounds like you need to consider more RAM. Adobe is the software of choice but everyone has their own favorites. Good luck.

jerryc41 Loc: Catskill Mts of NY

I would recommend Adobe Lightroom. You can buy the program, as opposed to renting Photoshop from Adobe, and it's very good for processing. Adobe might be overkill for you.

Adobe has a Creative Cloud available with LR and PS for $10 a month.

http://www.amazon.com/Adobe-65215211-Photoshop-Lightroom-5/dp/B00CH6ATMO/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1412856236&sr=8-1&keywords=lightroom

Mikro Loc: Melbourne FL

Newbie

dsmeltz Loc: Philadelphia

Then Lightroom. A couple years ago I might have said Elements, but LR is the way to start now. You might just jump up to LR and PS with the deal mentioned by Jerry. Play with LR and add PS as needed. Lightroom is around $140-$150 as a stand alone. That is over a year's worth of LR & PS together.

bobmcculloch Loc: NYC, NY

I've used PSP for years, several versions, all windows, learning curve was a little frustrating at first, no where near as bad as the 2 versions of elements I had prior, lots of you tube videos available as well as hard cover books and their own on line help.

jgitomer Loc: Skippack Pennsylvania

As a Linux user you should have a look at both Lightzone and Darktable.

Both of them were designed as free Linux alternatives to Adobe's Lightroom and are easier to learn than either Gimp or Photoshop.

Jerry

johneccles Loc: Leyland UK

Hell Mikro,
Why not try Zoner Photo Studio, I have been using it for years, it's fairly easy to learn and is quite fast.
The latest edition is version 17 and you can try it for 30 days. Earlier versions such as 15 and 16 are still available and can often be download free.
One word of advice! do not be tempted to try too many photo editing programmes, you will have to keep learning each one from the start, try to limit your choice to no more than three.
Cheer,
John.

edstubbs Loc: East Coast; 1st state, Delaware

[quote=Mikro]I am considering the purchase of editing software.
Does anyone have an opinion of Corel AfterShot Pro (linux) or Adobe Photoshop
Elements 13 (windows)? Corel is about $25 cheaper for the linux version(from Corel site). I did have a problem (so far) locating a book/manual for the Corel. Also Amazon doesn't carry a linux version of Corel.

I have both as a 30 day trial. I did have a few lockups with Adobe.
So far so good with Corel.

Both programs are handling raw well.

Hello Mikro, I have used CorelAfterShotPro for sometime now and I am extremely satisfied with it. I recently upgraded to AfterShotPro2. I love the batch mode.

Now, granted, I am just a serious hobbyist (amateur) who has done a few wedding, parties and special occasions with much success. And those who are using Adobe, LR and Element are probably doing a lot better than me, but I am satisfied, my clients have been very satisfied. Continue to use your trial periods. Try as many trial period products you can find. Continue to ask questions on this site and than make your decision base on your experience and questions answered. I am sure everyone has a favorite program. You will find your' and than constantly improve on your skills.

BboH Loc: s of 2/21, Ellicott City, MD

I've been using Corel PaintShop since its introduction. I have tried Photoshop on occasion but got back to Corel. I really like DxO's Pro 9 for handling raw.

CTTonymm Loc: Connecticut

In my experience, best route is start with Lightroom - it does 90% of my post processing (I shoot in raw only, but LR will improve jpeg shots, too - just not as much room or range as raw photos). Then, when layers are needed, I headed for PSE (Adobe Elements) after processing in LR First. Am now using full Photoshop, but Elements (or OnOne Perfect Photo Suite) will likely handle your needs until you get more experienced.

bsprague Loc: Lacey, WA, USA

Adobe is currently king of the mountain in graphics software. Consequently, available learning opportunities are abundant. Authors, bloggers, YouTubers, training companies like Linda.com all have learning choices. Version 13 of Premier Elements was released only weeks ago and the major training and learning sources were ready, up and running.

If you're a Newbie, Adobe's offerings might be the right choice.

Phantom53 Loc: Australia

I would go the latest Lightroom as it is getting so good now that unless you need deep etching of your images there will be little need for PS and there are heaps of good training tutorials. PS can consume you as there are so many amazing things it can do and that can take you away from getting out there taking actual pictures.

bsprague Loc: Lacey, WA, USA

I would like to ad that Lightroom is my favorite computer toy. Once you watch enough video tutorials and get the idea of the primary tools, it is truly fun and entertaining. It is not necessary to master all the details. Most probably don't. But, part of the entertainment is always finding new things you can do.