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What are the best photo editing apps
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Best photo editing apps
Price
Platforms
License
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GIMP
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Windows 10/8/7; Linux; MacOS
GPLv3+
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VSCO
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Paint.NET
FREE
Windows
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Adobe Lightroom (mobile)
freemium
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Darkroom
free (with in-apps)
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GIMP
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GIMP
My Recommendation for
GIMP
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Pros
2
Cons
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Specs
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Pro
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Powerful
GIMP is the most feature rich free image editing tool. It has most image manipulation and workflow tools that you would expect from an image editing software and what it lacks it makes up with plugins.
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Con
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Steep learning curve due to strange UI and UI options
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Specs
Platforms:
Windows 10/8/7; Linux; MacOS
License:
GPLv3+
Tethered capture:
No
Non-Distructive Editing:
No, Feature in development with GEGL
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Pro
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Free, open source and cross-platform
GIMP is completely free and open source, meaning you can use GIMP and all of its features without spending a penny. This makes it an excellent case for artists or designers who may not have the budget to spend over 700 USD on Photoshop. It is also available for free on Windows, Mac OS and Linux. It's licensed under GPL with source code available here.
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Con
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Lacks adjustment layers
Adjustment layers offer a non-destructive way of combining different photo manipulations. Without adjustment layers the only way to see changes is by irreversibly editing the image. They are promised in future updates.
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Con
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Less features than other programs
Being a free program, it shouldn't be surprising that it has limited features. For those needing more advanced features for something more professional, GIMP just isn't for you.
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Con
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Unintuitive interface
GIMP doesn't embrace OS X application design, thus Mac users might have a hard time wrapping their heads around GIMP's interface.
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VSCO
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VSCO
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VSCO
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Pro
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Social media integration
VSCO Cam integrates with Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and G+ for quick sharing.
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Pro
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Adjustable filter intensity
Any filter can be applied on a scale of 1-12 and filters can be applied in layers over each other.
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Pro
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In-camera photography tools
There are great photo editing tools and filters available with maximum customization for creating great pictures.
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Paint.NET
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Paint.NET
My Recommendation for
Paint.NET
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1
Specs
Specs
Platforms:
Windows
Technology:
.NET
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Adobe Lightroom (mobile)
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ommendation
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Adobe Lightroom (mobile)
My Recommendation for
Adobe Lightroom (mobile)
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Experiences
1
Maxim Kamalov's Experience
Auto enhance is very good. (Not sure if the same as in Adobe's desktop applications.) Much better than most free or indie apps, even on desktop. (Looking at you, RawTherapee!)
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Darkroom
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Darkroom
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Darkroom
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3
Pros
2
Cons
1
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Pro
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Filters are presets
Filters are done via the same tools as those that are available to use directly. After applying a filter you can see what exactly it did. Or you can create your own filter.
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Con
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iOS only
Not cross-platform at all
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Pro
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Adjustable filter intensity
Any filter can be applied on a scale of 1%-100%.
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Paint.NET 3.5.6
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Paint.NET 3.5.6
My Recommendation for
Paint.NET 3.5.6
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Free
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HD Photo Editor
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HD Photo Editor
My Recommendation for
HD Photo Editor
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Zombie Photo Editor 2019 - Make Me Zombie
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Zombie Photo Editor 2019 - Make Me Zombie
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