Autograph
6.2#21 in visual effects softwareFree planFree planmacOSWindows
VisitAutograph vs Fusion
What both publish
| Fact | Autograph | Fusion |
|---|---|---|
| Compositing | Autograph supports GPU-optimized effects, OpenFX plugins, Shadertoy, multi-channel EXR, Photoshop layers, and ProRes. | Fusion includes tools for compositing, keying, painting, animation, virtual reality, stereoscopic 3D and more. |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Integrations | Autograph supports Universe and Red Giant OFX tools with a license, plus third-party OpenFX plugins from RE:Vision Effects, BorisFX, and Digital Anarchy. | Fusion Connect sends clips from DaVinci Resolve and Avid Media Composer timelines to Fusion and updates the timelines when the composition is rendered. |
| Support | Maxon provides a support center with a knowledge base, user guides, and support requests. | Blackmagic offers product support through its community forum, email support engineers and telephone support offices. |
Autograph plans
- AutographFree
Fusion plans
- DaVinci ResolvePriced on request
- DaVinci Resolve—
- Fusion Studio$295, paid once
- DaVinci Resolve (includes Fusion page)Free
Pick Autograph if…
Autograph may suit motion designers, compositors, and 2D or 3D creators who want these workflows in one application. It is available for Windows and macOS and is stated to be free for individual and commercial use.
Pick Fusion if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.