Affinity Photo
A professional raster graphics editor, supporting RAW processing, non-destructive editing, and multiple file formats
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| + | RAW Image Processing | Allows users to process RAW images for better quality and control |
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| + | Non-Destructive Editing | Allows for experimentation and adjustments without permanently altering the original file |
| + | Layer Management | Allows precise control over individual elements, blending modes, and adjustments |
| + | Brush Engine | Offers a wide range of customizable brushes for painting, retouching, and special effects |
| + | Live Filters and Effects | Provides an interactive and intuitive way to experiment with different looks and styles, instantly seeing the results |
| + | Color Adjustments | Offers various tools for adjusting colors in images |
| + | Panorama Stitching | Allows users to stitch multiple images into a panorama |
| + | HDR Merge | Enables users to merge multiple exposures into a single HDR image |
| + | Batch Processing | Allows users to apply the same edits to multiple images at once |
| + | Export Options | Offers various options for exporting images in different formats |
| - | Limited Plugin Support | Does not support as many third-party plugins, which may limit its functionality for some users |
| - | Fewer Learning Resources | There are fewer tutorials and learning resources available, making the learning curve steeper for beginners |
| - | No Built-in Asset Management | Lacks built-in asset management tools, users need to use separate software for organizing and managing their photos |
System Requirements
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| 4 | 8 GB | |
| 5 | 2.8 GB (additional space required during installation) | |
| 6 | 1280x768 display |
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| 1 | Windows-based PC (64-bit) with mouse or equivalent input device | |
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| 4 | 8 GB | |
| 5 | 1 GB (additional space required during installation) | |
| 6 | DirectX 10-compatible | |
| 7 | 1280x768 display | |
| 8 | Hardware GPU acceleration requires Direct3D level 12.0-capable card |
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| M1-equipped iPad models are recommended for more memory-intensive design |
| 2 | iPadOS 15 or later |
Ratings
4.475
| Affinity | 4.75 based on 2712 reviews |
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| AlternativeTo | 4.85 based on 40 reviews |
| Capterra | 4.85 based on 94 reviews |
| Macworld | 4.55 based on professional's opinion |
| PCMag | 3.55 based on professional's opinion |
| Softonic | 4.55 based on 34 reviews |
Developer
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Initial Release
2015-07
Repository
Affinity Photo being a proprietary software, its source code is not publicly hosted.
License
Categories
Alternatives
Image Editor
Digital Painting
Raster Graphics Editor
Digital Painting
Raster Graphics Editor
Notes
- Affinity Photo is now part of Affinity Studio (by Canva).
- You can re-download previous Affinity purchases by signing-in to your account via the Account page.
- Other Affinity Products now merged in Affinity Studio:
- Affinity Designer: A vector graphics editor developed by Serif for macOS, iPadOS, and Windows, supporting vector and raster workspaces, and various file formats, more
- Affinity Publisher: A desktop publishing application for macOS, Windows, and iPadOS, offering page layout tools, text formatting, and support for various file formats, more