Fusion
7.1#4 in visual effects software$295 one-timeFree planLinuxmacOSWindows
VisitFusion vs Gaffer
What both publish
| Fact | Fusion | Gaffer |
|---|---|---|
| Scripting | Fusion supports Lua and Python scripting to create custom tools, exchange data with other applications and automate tasks. | Gaffer supports in-application scripting in Python and Open Shading Language (OSL). |
| Support | Blackmagic offers product support through its community forum, email support engineers and telephone support offices. | Users can ask questions and discuss feature requests on the gaffer-dev mailing list and GitHub Discussions; a community-run Discord is also listed. |
Fusion plans
- DaVinci ResolvePriced on request
- DaVinci Resolve—
- Fusion Studio$295, paid once
- DaVinci Resolve (includes Fusion page)Free
Gaffer plans
- GafferFree
Pick Fusion if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.
Pick Gaffer if…
Gaffer suits VFX professionals who need node-based scene workflows, scripting, or renderer integration. Its extensible framework may also suit studios building custom tools and pipelines.