Fusion
7.0#4 in visual effects software$295 one-timeFree planLinuxmacOSWindows
VisitFusion vs Natron
What both publish
| Fact | Fusion | Natron |
|---|---|---|
| Purpose | Fusion is node-based compositing software for visual effects artists, broadcast and motion graphic designers, and 3D animators. | Natron is a free, open-source VFX compositing application for digital post-production. |
| Rendering | Blackmagic says Fusion supports rendering across an unlimited number of networked computers at no additional cost and with no per-node render license fees. | Natron supports headless command-line rendering and describes integration with render farms for distributed rendering. |
| Scripting | Fusion supports Lua and Python scripting to create custom tools, exchange data with other applications and automate tasks. | Natron supports Python scripting, including expressions, user-defined parameters, scripts, callbacks, and GUI extensions. |
| Support | Blackmagic offers product support through its community forum, email support engineers and telephone support offices. | The project points users to its Discord for community support and to its official forum for discussion. |
Fusion plans
- DaVinci ResolvePriced on request
- DaVinci Resolve—
- Fusion Studio$295, paid once
- DaVinci Resolve (includes Fusion page)Free
Natron plans
- NatronFree
Pick Fusion if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.
Pick Natron if…
Natron suits users seeking a free node-based compositor for post-production on Linux, macOS, or Windows. Its scripting and render-farm support may also suit technical workflows.