We’re big fans of Adobe Lightroom for our photo editing and photo management tasks, and it’s one of our favourite photo editing applications. So why am I writing a guide to Lightroom alternatives?
Well, there are plenty of reasons people choose not to use Lightroom. The subscription model puts a lot of photographers off, and the price just keeps creeping up. Lightroom also needs a powerful computer, and even then Lightroom performance can be a challenge.
There’s also a relatively steep learning curve. And whilst Lightroom can do a lot, it’s missing some features that other tools have, like layer support.
With all this in mind, I wanted to share some of the best alternatives to Lightroom available today. I’ve included paid and free products, as well as products that support Mac, Windows, and in some cases Linux.
This list focuses on desktop applications. For mobile app recommendations, see our guide to the best photo editing applications.
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Quick Comparison: Best Lightroom Alternatives
Here’s a summary of every option in this guide. I go into much more detail on each below, but if you’re in a hurry, this should help you narrow down your choices quickly.
- ON1 Photo RAW 2026 is my top pick as the most complete Lightroom replacement. One-time purchase. Best for experienced editors who want everything in one app.
- Skylum Luminar Neo is the best option for photographers who want AI-powered tools and a simpler interface. Available as a one-time purchase or subscription.
- Capture One Pro has the best colour tools and tethered shooting of any editor. Premium price. Best for studio and commercial photographers.
- DxO PhotoLab has the best noise reduction and RAW processing of any editor. One-time purchase. Best for photographers who shoot in low light or need maximum image quality.
- Affinity (formerly Affinity Photo) is now free. More of a Photoshop alternative than a Lightroom one, but handles RAW editing well and has full layer support.
- Darktable is the best free and open-source Lightroom alternative. Available for Windows, Mac, and Linux.
- RawTherapee is another free, open-source option with excellent RAW processing quality. No photo management, but pairs well with Darktable or a separate file browser.
Pricing Comparison
Here’s how these editors compare on the features that matter most. Where a feature requires a paid extension or plugin, I’ve noted that.
ON1 Photo RAW 2026 has a one-time licence from around $100, with a subscription option at around $80/year.
Luminar Neo offers a desktop perpetual licence from around $120, with cross-device and max tiers costing more. A subscription option is also available.
Capture One Pro is the most expensive option, with a perpetual licence at $299 and subscriptions starting from $179/year.
DxO PhotoLab 9 costs $240 for a new Elite licence, with upgrades from recent versions at $120.
Affinity, Darktable, and RawTherapee are all completely free.
For comparison, Adobe’s Photography Plan (which includes Lightroom Classic, Lightroom, and Photoshop) costs around $120/year with no option to buy outright.
Feature Comparison
This table covers the features most people ask about when comparing Lightroom alternatives. A tick means the feature is built in. Where a feature requires a paid extension or plugin, I’ve noted that.
ON1 Photo RAW is the most feature-complete option on the list. It’s the only paid editor that includes photo management, layers, HDR merge, panorama stitching, and focus stacking in a single application at no extra cost. Luminar Neo covers a lot of the same ground, but HDR merge, panorama stitching, and focus stacking require paid extensions or a subscription plan that includes them. Capture One has HDR and panorama merge built in, plus the best tethered shooting support available, but it lacks focus stacking and AI tools like sky replacement. DxO PhotoLab has the best noise reduction and RAW processing but is missing HDR, panorama, focus stacking, and layer support.
On the free side, Darktable is the most complete Lightroom alternative, with photo management, HDR merge, and tethered shooting. Affinity fills the gaps Darktable doesn’t cover, including layers, focus stacking, and HDR merge. RawTherapee is focused purely on RAW processing quality and has no management or merge features.
Here’s the full breakdown:
Photo management and organisation
ON1 Photo RAW, Luminar Neo, Capture One, and Darktable all include built-in photo management with cataloguing, ratings, keywords, and filtering. DxO PhotoLab works as a file browser with tagging and keywords, but doesn’t use a traditional catalogue system. Affinity and RawTherapee do not include photo management. If you use either of those, you’ll need a separate tool for organising your images.
RAW editing
All seven options support RAW editing. DxO PhotoLab produces the best RAW output thanks to its DeepPRIME processing and laboratory-tested lens profiles. Capture One is known for its colour accuracy. ON1, Luminar, Darktable, and RawTherapee all produce good results. Affinity handles RAW files but is more geared towards pixel-level editing than RAW development.
Layer support
ON1 Photo RAW has full layer support with blending modes. Affinity has the most advanced layer system on this list, comparable to Photoshop. Capture One has layers for applying adjustments. Luminar Neo has limited layer support. DxO PhotoLab, Darktable, and RawTherapee do not support layers.
HDR merge
ON1 Photo RAW, Capture One, Affinity, and Darktable include built-in HDR merge. Luminar Neo has HDR merge as a paid extension. DxO PhotoLab and RawTherapee do not include HDR merge.
Panorama stitching
ON1 Photo RAW and Capture One include built-in panorama stitching. Luminar Neo has panorama stitching as a paid extension. Affinity, DxO PhotoLab, Darktable, and RawTherapee do not include panorama stitching.
Focus stacking
ON1 Photo RAW and Affinity include built-in focus stacking. Luminar Neo has focus stacking as a paid extension. Capture One, DxO PhotoLab, Darktable, and RawTherapee do not include focus stacking. For Capture One users, Helicon Focus offers a plugin that provides a roundtrip workflow.
AI sky replacement
ON1 Photo RAW and Luminar Neo both include AI sky replacement. Luminar Neo’s version is particularly well-regarded. Capture One, DxO PhotoLab, Affinity, Darktable, and RawTherapee do not have this feature.
Noise reduction
All the options include some form of noise reduction, but the quality varies enormously. DxO PhotoLab’s DeepPRIME XD3 is the best available. ON1 Photo RAW’s noise reduction is very good. Luminar Neo offers Noiseless AI as a paid extension. Capture One, Darktable, and RawTherapee have capable built-in noise reduction. Affinity has basic noise reduction tools.
Tethered shooting
Capture One has the best tethered shooting support available, and it’s a major reason studio photographers choose it. DxO PhotoLab supports tethered shooting with some cameras. Darktable has basic tethering support. ON1 Photo RAW, Luminar Neo, Affinity, and RawTherapee do not support tethered shooting.
Batch processing
All seven options support some form of batch processing, from applying presets or edits to multiple images at once to batch exporting. ON1, Luminar, Capture One, and Darktable are the strongest here.
Plugin support
Capture One and ON1 Photo RAW MAX work as plugins for other editors. Luminar Neo works as a plugin for Lightroom Classic and Photoshop. Affinity can use Photoshop plugins. DxO PhotoLab integrates with the Nik Collection. Darktable and RawTherapee are standalone only.
Mobile and cross-device editing
Luminar Neo has the most developed cross-device workflow, with edits syncing between desktop and mobile. ON1 Photo RAW has mobile apps for iOS and Android with cloud sync. Capture One has a mobile app for iPhone and iPad. DxO PhotoLab, Affinity, Darktable, and RawTherapee are desktop-only.
Platform support
ON1 Photo RAW, Luminar Neo, Capture One, DxO PhotoLab, and Affinity are available for Windows and macOS. Darktable and RawTherapee are available for Windows, macOS, and Linux. Affinity has an iPad version in development.
Best Alternatives to Lightroom
Adobe’s Lightroom Classic does two jobs: photo editing and photo management. You use it to edit your photos and to organise them. With that in mind, I’ve tried to pick applications that offer similar functionality, i.e., they let you edit and organise your photos in one application.
I would add that all photo editing software works best if you have a good computer with a fast SSD, a capable processor, plenty of RAM, and ideally a dedicated graphics card. Desktop computers are generally more powerful, but some laptops work well too. See my guide to the best laptops for photo editing for some tips on what to look for.
I’ve included both paid and free Lightroom alternatives. All the paid applications have free trial periods, usually 30 days, so you can test them before committing.
ON1 Photo RAW
ON1 Photo RAW is, in my opinion, the most complete Lightroom alternative available without a subscription. The current version, Photo RAW 2026, has come a long way from the earlier versions I tested, and it covers photo management and photo editing in a single application.
The photo management side gives you a comprehensive toolkit for sorting and finding your images. There’s a map view similar to Lightroom’s, which shows your GPS-tagged images on a map. I use a camera with built-in GPS tagging, and I find this way of searching for photos from a trip to be really useful. You can also use the advanced search for filtering by metadata, image size, keywords, and more.

The editing side has a lot going for it. You get all the detailed controls you’d expect, plus excellent masking tools that have been significantly upgraded in recent versions. The 2026 release introduced one-click subject and background masking, stackable mask layers, and improved edge detection for hair and fur. There’s also a retouching system which does an impressive job of removing unwanted elements from an image.
ON1 goes well beyond what Lightroom offers in several areas. It has a full layer editing system, the ability to add text to images, HDR and panorama merge, focus stacking, and a detailed portrait retouching tool. The built-in Resize AI tool handles photo enlargements, which is useful if you’re printing at larger sizes. The noise reduction is very good too, and in my testing of noise reduction tools I found it easier to use than Lightroom’s.
The Effects module gives you access to a huge library of presets and creative filters. The 2026 version added cinematic depth lighting, split-field effects, and double exposure blending, which are fun to experiment with.
Performance is good. ON1 has put a lot of work into optimisation, and the software takes full advantage of your graphics card. The 2026.3 update specifically targeted browsing speed and GPU acceleration.
If I had to find a downside, it’s that the sheer number of features can be intimidating. If you’ve never edited photos before, the learning curve is real. Something like Luminar Neo is easier to pick up. But if you’re migrating from Lightroom, or you want something that matches Lightroom’s depth without the subscription, ON1 is my top recommendation. It’s also the best value of any paid option on this list.
ON1 Photo RAW is available for Mac and Windows as a one-time purchase. You can check the latest price and download a free 30-day trial of ON1 Photo RAW here.
Skylum Luminar Neo
Skylum Luminar Neo has evolved considerably since its launch in 2022, and the current version (with the Spring 2026 update) is a much more capable tool than what I first reviewed.
You get both photo editing and photo management tools. The management side lets you assign ratings, labels, and flags, and sort by various parameters. It’s not as deep as Lightroom’s catalogue system, so if you have a very large image library and rely on complex filtering, Luminar might not be for you. But for most photographers, the organisation tools are perfectly adequate.

The editing side is where Luminar Neo really shines. There are a lot of AI-powered tools that can quickly improve an image without you needing much technical knowledge. The sky replacement tool was one of the first on the market and is still one of the best. There are also tools for dust spot removal, power line removal, and background removal from portraits that all work with a single click.
The Fall 2025 update added several notable features. The Light Depth tool lets you add virtual light sources and move them three-dimensionally within the image space, which can produce some dramatic effects. There’s a Photo Restoration tool that can automatically repair damage in old photographs. And an AI Assistant that analyses your image and offers editing suggestions, step-by-step guidance, and tips on which tools to use.
The Spring 2026 update improved the portrait tools significantly. Skin AI now has separate controls for face and body smoothing with better blemish removal. The Dark Circles Removal was rebuilt with better detection. And Bokeh AI now uses a 3D model interface for more realistic background blur. Mask feathering was also added, which makes local adjustments much cleaner.
Luminar now works as a cross-device ecosystem. You can start editing on your phone and continue on your desktop, with edits syncing automatically between devices.
If you want the fine-grained manual controls and the deep catalogue management that Lightroom offers, Luminar is not a like-for-like replacement. But for photographers who want to get good results quickly, and who are drawn to AI-assisted editing, it’s a strong option.
One thing to be aware of: the pricing structure has become more complex. The perpetual desktop licence gives you the software forever, but access to the generative AI tools (like GenErase and GenExpand) expires after one year unless you renew. Major upgrades may also require extra payments. The cross-device features require the Cross-Perpetual or Max-Perpetual licence, which costs more. Check the pricing page for current options, as Skylum regularly runs promotions.
Luminar Neo also has some layer support and works as a plugin for Lightroom Classic and Photoshop, so you can use it alongside your existing tools. Personally, I use it in parallel with Lightroom for specific edits like sky replacement. I also use the Topaz Labs products for noise reduction.
Luminar Neo is available for Mac and Windows. You can check the latest price and download Luminar Neo here.
Capture One Pro
When photographers talk about replacing Lightroom, Capture One is one of the first names that comes up. This is mainly because Capture One offers even more control over colour than Lightroom, particularly through its advanced colour editor, which lets you isolate and adjust individual colour ranges with a precision that Lightroom’s HSL panel can’t match.
I’ve tried Capture One several times over the years. It has a very different look and feel to Lightroom, and the way it approaches editing takes some getting used to if you’re coming from Lightroom. I’d almost say it’s easier to start fresh with Capture One than to migrate from Lightroom, because you don’t have to unlearn existing habits. Other tools in this list (particularly ON1) will feel more familiar to Lightroom users.

Capture One offers a powerful set of photo editing and management tools, with a huge amount of customisation. You can define your own keyboard shortcuts, rearrange the workspace to suit your needs, and set up custom tool tabs. In terms of features, it has the majority of what you’d need: basic image editing tools, support for styles and presets, layers, HDR merge, and panorama merge.
Capture One is particularly known for two things. First, its advanced colour science, which many studio and commercial photographers consider the best available. Second, its tethered capture tool, which lets you shoot directly into the software from a connected camera. If you do studio work, this is a major advantage.
The downside is price. Capture One is the most expensive option on this list. The perpetual licence costs significantly more than ON1 or DxO, and the subscription pricing is similar to Lightroom’s. Over the long run, the perpetual licence can save money compared to a subscription, but it’s a big outlay upfront. And new versions with upgrade fees come along regularly.
If you’re leaving Lightroom to save money, Capture One probably isn’t the answer. But if you want the best colour tools available and you do studio or commercial work, it’s worth the trial.
Capture One Pro is available for Mac and Windows as either a one-time purchase or a subscription. You can check the latest price and download a free 30-day trial of Capture One Pro here.
DxO PhotoLab
I’ve used various versions of DxO’s software over the years, and the main reason I keep coming back to it is the noise reduction. DxO’s DeepPRIME technology is, in my experience, the best noise reduction available in any photo editor. The current version, PhotoLab 9, introduces DeepPRIME XD3, which extends this technology to Bayer sensor cameras and produces even cleaner results than before.
If you regularly shoot in low light, or you push your ISO higher than you’d like, DxO is the tool to look at. The difference in noise handling compared to Lightroom or any of the other options on this list is noticeable, particularly on high-ISO images.

DxO PhotoLab isn’t a one-trick pony though. It has a full feature set, including both photo editing and photo management capabilities. The management side works as a file browser rather than requiring you to import into a catalogue, which some photographers prefer. You can tag, rate, and keyword images, and there are filters for sorting.
PhotoLab 9 added several useful features. Semantic AI Masks let you automatically select subjects, skies, and other elements for targeted editing. These can be combined with DxO’s exclusive U Point selection tools for very precise adjustments. There’s also image stacking, folder favourites, and High-Fidelity Compression for DNG output, which produces files up to four times smaller with no quality loss.
The editing tools are strong. Smart Lighting adjusts brightness across different parts of the image, and ClearView Plus removes haze and adds local contrast. The local correction tools use technology from the Nik Collection (which DxO owns), and anyone who has used Snapseed on a mobile device will find them familiar.
DxO also applies lens-specific optical corrections using laboratory-measured profiles for over 100,000 camera and lens combinations. This means the software knows exactly how your specific lens behaves at every focal length and aperture, and corrects for distortion, chromatic aberration, and softness accordingly. No other editor does this with the same precision.
There are a few gaps. There’s no HDR merge, panorama support, or focus stacking. Layer support is also missing. And the DeepPRIME processing is intensive, so you’ll want decent hardware. But if image quality is your priority, and particularly if you shoot in challenging light, DxO is hard to beat.
DxO PhotoLab is available for Mac and Windows as a one-time purchase. You can check the latest price and download a free 30-day trial of DxO PhotoLab here.
Affinity (by Canva)
Affinity Photo was for years one of the most popular one-time-purchase alternatives to Photoshop. In late 2025, following Canva’s acquisition of Serif (the company behind Affinity), the software was relaunched as simply “Affinity” and made completely free.
I should be upfront: Affinity is more of a Photoshop alternative than a Lightroom one. It doesn’t have a photo management or cataloguing system. You won’t find a library view, ratings, or the kind of organisational tools that Lightroom offers. So if photo management is important to you, you’d need to pair Affinity with a separate tool like Darktable or a file browser.
What Affinity does well is pixel-level editing. It has full layer support, advanced masking tools, RAW editing capabilities, focus stacking, HDR merge, batch processing, and a wide range of retouching tools. You can make non-destructive RAW adjustments, and the interface is well designed and responsive.

The fact that it’s now free makes it easy to recommend as part of a workflow. You could use Darktable for photo management and organisation, and Affinity for more complex editing tasks that require layers or compositing. That combination gives you Lightroom-plus-Photoshop functionality at zero cost.
Affinity is available for Windows and macOS. An iPad version is in development. You can download it for free from the Affinity website.
Darktable
Darktable is a free and open-source photo editing and management program, and it’s the closest thing to a free Lightroom replacement available. It runs on Mac, Windows, and a wide range of Linux distributions.

The goal of Darktable is to offer a free alternative to Lightroom, and it largely succeeds. The photo management section has powerful filters and sorting, a rapid culling interface, and a map view for GPS-tagged images. The photo editing area has over 60 processing modules covering exposure, tone mapping, film simulation, sharpening, noise reduction, and colour grading.
I should warn you that the learning curve is steep. I might even say it’s harder to pick up and use than Lightroom, and if you’ve never used a photo editing application before, it will take time. The interface is functional rather than polished, and there’s much more emphasis on manual editing than AI-assisted tools. There’s no sky replacement, no one-click portrait enhancement, none of the automated features you’d find in Luminar or ON1.
But if you’re comfortable with manual editing, Darktable has most of the features you’ll need. There’s good masking support, you can create HDR images by merging exposures, and the scene-referred workflow gives excellent control over highlights and shadows. It also takes advantage of your graphics card for performance.
If you want a free alternative to Lightroom and you’re willing to invest the time to learn it, Darktable is the clear choice. It’s also the best option if you’re on Linux.
You can download Darktable for free for Windows, Mac, and Linux here.
RawTherapee
RawTherapee is another free, open-source option that’s worth knowing about. Unlike Darktable, it focuses purely on RAW processing and editing rather than trying to be a complete photo management solution. There’s no catalogue, no ratings system, and no organisational tools beyond basic file browsing.
What RawTherapee does well is image quality. It has excellent demosaicing algorithms, advanced wavelet processing for sharpening and noise reduction, and precise colour control. Many landscape and HDR photographers rate its RAW processing very highly.
The interface is less intuitive than some commercial options, and you’ll need to spend some time with it to get comfortable. But for a free tool, the technical depth is impressive. It supports over 500 RAW formats and runs on Windows, Mac, and Linux.
If you want a free RAW editor and you don’t need photo management (or you’re already using something else for that), RawTherapee is well worth a try. It pairs well with Darktable or Affinity: use Darktable or a file browser for organisation, and RawTherapee for processing.
You can download RawTherapee for free here.
Which Photo Editor Would I Recommend?
Having used all of these over the years, here are my recommendations based on what you’re looking for:
- If you’re looking for the most complete Lightroom replacement, ON1 Photo RAW is my top pick. You get most of what Lightroom offers, plus features like layers, focus stacking, HDR merge, and AI masking, all for a one-time price. It’s the closest thing to a direct swap. Be aware it has a learning curve, but if you’re already comfortable with Lightroom, you’ll adapt. It’s also the best value of any paid option here.
- If you want something easier to use, with AI tools that do a lot of the heavy lifting, Skylum Luminar Neo is a good choice. It’s particularly good for photographers who want quick results without diving deep into manual controls. The sky replacement, portrait tools, and Light Depth feature are impressive. Just check the pricing tiers carefully, as the different licence levels include different features.
- If colour accuracy and studio work are your priorities, Capture One is worth the premium. The colour science and tethered shooting capabilities are the best in the business.
- If image quality and noise reduction matter most, DxO PhotoLab produces the best output from RAW files, period. The DeepPRIME noise reduction is in a class of its own.
- If you want a free option, Darktable is the most complete free Lightroom alternative. For more advanced pixel editing and layer work, pair it with Affinity, which is also free. That combination gives you the equivalent of Lightroom plus Photoshop at no cost.
All the paid applications have free trials, so I’d suggest downloading one or two that sound right for you and giving them a proper test. The free options cost nothing to try, of course.
I would also add that all photo editing software works best on a good computer. Key things to look out for include a solid-state drive (SSD), a fast processor, plenty of RAM, and ideally a dedicated graphics card. Editing photos is processor-intensive work. A powerful desktop will give you the best experience, but you can also get a laptop with decent editing capabilities. See my guide to the best laptops for photo editing for some tips on what specifications to look for.
Frequently Asked Questions About Lightroom Alternatives
What is the best free alternative to Lightroom?
Darktable is the best free alternative to Lightroom. It’s open-source, runs on Windows, Mac, and Linux, and offers both photo management and RAW editing in one application. The learning curve is steeper than Lightroom’s, but the feature set is comparable.
If you want free software that handles more advanced editing tasks like layers and compositing, Affinity (by Canva) is now completely free and works well alongside Darktable.
What is the best Lightroom alternative without a subscription?
ON1 Photo RAW is my top recommendation for a paid Lightroom alternative without a subscription. It offers a one-time purchase licence with both photo management and editing tools, and the feature set is broader than Lightroom’s in several areas. DxO PhotoLab is also available as a one-time purchase and has the best RAW processing quality and noise reduction of any editor.
Can I use Lightroom presets in other photo editors?
Not directly. Lightroom presets use Lightroom-specific settings that don’t transfer to other applications. However, most Lightroom alternatives have their own preset systems, and many come with large libraries of built-in presets. ON1 Photo RAW can import some basic Lightroom settings like exposure and white balance through XMP sidecar files, but more complex adjustments won’t carry over. If you rely heavily on presets, you’ll need to rebuild them in your new software or find equivalent ones.
Is Lightroom still worth paying for?
If you already know Lightroom well and your workflow depends on its catalogue system, the subscription can be worth it. Lightroom’s ecosystem is mature, well-supported, and deeply integrated with other Adobe tools. But if you’re starting fresh, or if the subscription cost bothers you, the alternatives on this list offer comparable (and sometimes better) editing quality for a one-time price or for free.
What is the best Lightroom alternative for Linux?
Darktable is the best option for Linux. It’s free, open-source, and has native Linux support with regular updates. RawTherapee is another free option that runs natively on Linux, though it focuses on RAW processing rather than full photo management.
Further Reading
That’s it for my guide to Lightroom alternatives. If you found this useful, you might enjoy some of my other photography content. Here are some articles to get you started.
- We have a guide to how to use a compact camera, how to use a DSLR camera, and how to use a mirrorless camera. We also have a guide to how a DSLR works
- If you’re wondering how to sort your photos, see my guide to how to organise and find your digital photos
- Knowing how to compose a great photo is a key photography skill. See our guide to composition in photography for lots of tips on this subject
- We have a guide to what depth of field is and when you would want to use it
- We are big fans of getting the most out of your digital photo files, and to do that you will need to shoot in RAW. See our guide to RAW in photography to understand what RAW is, and why you should switch to RAW as soon as you can if your camera supports it
- Nobody wants noisy images. See our guide to the best noise reduction software to help you get the best results
- You’re going to need something to run your photo editing software on. See our guide to the best laptops for photo editing, as well as our guide to the best desktop computers for photo editing and the best monitors for photo editing
- If you’re looking for advice on specific photography scenarios, we also have you covered. See our guide to Northern Lights photography, long exposure photography, fireworks photography, tips for taking photos of stars, and cold weather photography
- Colour accuracy is important for photography. See our guide to monitor calibration to make sure your screen is set up correctly
- If you’re looking for a great gift for a photography-loving friend or family member (or yourself!), take a look at our photography gift guide
- If you’re in the market for a new camera, we have a detailed guide to the best travel cameras, as well as specific guides for the best cameras for hiking and backpacking, the best compact camera, best bridge camera, best mirrorless camera, and best DSLR camera. We also have a guide to the best camera lenses
- If you want a camera or lens but the prices are a bit high, see our guide to where to buy used cameras and camera gear for some budget savings options
- We have a guide to why you need a tripod, a guide to choosing a travel tripod, and a round-up of our favourite travel tripods
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And that’s it! I’d love to hear about your favourite photo editing applications, and am happy to answer any questions you have. Just pop them in the comments below and I’ll get back to you as soon as I can.


Av says
since your last update, how would you rate Photomator with their last release?
would this be a serious alternative? Thanks.
Laurence Norah says
Hi Av,
I’ve not tested it out personally so I can’t share an opinion. However there is a free trial download so I’d suggest downloading it to see if it suits your needs 🙂
Laurence
Hasibur Joy says
I think Capture One is suitable for use instead of lightroom. I do color correction very easily through it. And its adjustment section is also very useful. Thank you Laurence for giving me so many details in your blog. Stay Safe.
Laurence Norah says
My pleasure, thanks for your comment!