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Affinity Photo

A professional raster graphics editor, supporting RAW processing, non-destructive editing, and multiple file formats

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+RAW Image ProcessingAllows users to process RAW images for better quality and control
+Non-Destructive EditingAllows for experimentation and adjustments without permanently altering the original file
+Layer ManagementAllows precise control over individual elements, blending modes, and adjustments
+Brush EngineOffers a wide range of customizable brushes for painting, retouching, and special effects
+Live Filters and EffectsProvides an interactive and intuitive way to experiment with different looks and styles, instantly seeing the results
+Color AdjustmentsOffers various tools for adjusting colors in images
+Panorama StitchingAllows users to stitch multiple images into a panorama
+HDR MergeEnables users to merge multiple exposures into a single HDR image
+Batch ProcessingAllows users to apply the same edits to multiple images at once
+Export OptionsOffers various options for exporting images in different formats
-Limited Plugin SupportDoes not support as many third-party plugins, which may limit its functionality for some users
-Fewer Learning ResourcesThere are fewer tutorials and learning resources available, making the learning curve steeper for beginners
-No Built-in Asset ManagementLacks built-in asset management tools, users need to use separate software for organizing and managing their photos

Platform

Desktop
Mobile-Tablet

Social

System Requirements

#MinimumRecommended
1
  • Mac Pro
  • iMac
  • iMac Pro
  • MacBook
  • MacBook Pro
  • MacBook Air
  • Mac mini
2
  • macOS Sequoia 15
  • macOS Sonoma 14
  • macOS Ventura 13
  • macOS Monterey 12
  • macOS Big Sur 11
  • macOS Catalina 10.15
3
  • Apple silicon (M1/M2/M3) chip
  • Intel processor
4
8 GB
5
2.8 GB (additional space required during installation)
6
1280x768 display
#MinimumRecommended
1
Windows-based PC (64-bit) with mouse or equivalent input device
2
  • Windows® 11
  • Windows® 10 May 2020 Update (2004, 20H1, build 19041)
3
  • Intel
  • AMD
  • ARM64 (For Snapdragon X Elite-powered devices)
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
#MinimumRecommended
1
  • iPad Pro (all models)*
  • iPad Air (2, 3, 4 & 5)*
  • iPad (2017 onwards)
  • iPad mini (5 & 6)
M1-equipped iPad models are recommended for more memory-intensive design
2
iPadOS 15 or later

Ratings

4.47
5

Affinity
4.7
5
based on 2712 reviews
AlternativeTo
4.8
5
based on 40 reviews
Capterra
4.8
5
based on 94 reviews
Macworld
4.5
5
based on professional's opinion
PCMag
3.5
5
based on professional's opinion
Softonic
4.5
5
based on 34 reviews

Developer

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Initial Release

July 2015

Repository

Affinity Photo being a proprietary software, its source code is not publicly hosted.

License

Categories


Notes

  • Other Affinity Products:
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