OpenFocus
7.1#2 in focus stacking softwareFree planFree planLinuxmacOSSelf-hostedWindows
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Zerene Stacker
6.4#9 in focus stacking software$39 one-timeLinuxmacOSWindows
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| Fact | OpenFocus | Zerene Stacker |
|---|---|---|
| Purpose | OpenFocus aligns and fuses multi-focus image sequences into images with greater depth of field. | Zerene Stacker is focus stacking software designed for challenging macro subjects and discerning photographers. |
| Retouching | The retouch brush paints pixels from a source frame and automatically chooses the sharpest frame beneath the cursor. | Retouching is supported by all versions, including the lowest-price version. |
OpenFocus plans
- Free and open sourceFree
Zerene Stacker plans
- Student Edition$39, paid once
- Personal Edition$89, paid once
- Prosumer Edition$189, paid once
- Professional Edition$289, paid once
Pick OpenFocus if…
OpenFocus suits researchers, engineers, and image-processing professionals working with multi-focus image sequences. Its batch and command-line options may also suit users who need folder processing or scripted workflows.
Pick Zerene Stacker if…
Zerene Stacker suits macro photographers who need to combine image stacks and retouch the resulting work. Prosumer and Professional editions may suit those who want a Lightroom plugin or capture workflow with a connected camera.