Luminance HDR
7.9#27 in photo editing softwareFree planFree planLinuxmacOSSelf-hostedWindows
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Photomatix Pro
6.8#5 in hdr softwareFrom $19 a monthiOSWebAPILinux
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| Fact | Luminance HDR | Photomatix Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Batch processing | The manual documents batch tone mapping and batch-oriented HDR workflows. | Photomatix Pro includes batch processing with previews. |
| Purpose | Luminance HDR is a graphical user interface that provides a complete workflow for HDR imaging. | Photomatix merges bracketed photos into an HDR image that captures detail in both the darkest and brightest areas. |
Luminance HDR plans
- FreeFree
- Free and open-sourceFree
Photomatix Pro plans
- Photomatix API & CLI$19 a month
- Photomatix Pro 7$99, paid once
- Photomatix Pro Plus Bundle$129, paid once
Pick Luminance HDR if…
Luminance HDR suits photographers and image editors working with differently exposed photos and HDR files. It is available across Linux, macOS, and Windows.
Pick Photomatix Pro if…
Photomatix Pro suits photographers who want to merge bracketed images, including those working with real estate photos. Its plugins may suit users who process photos in Lightroom or Capture One.