Adobe Lightroom
Version history
- 2007.02: Initial release
- 2008.07: Version 2
- 2010.06: Version 3 ← Likely version E.
- 2012.03: Version 4
- 2013.06: Version 5
- 2015.04: Version 6
- 2017.10: Version 7, Oct. 2017: First version with a monthly license fee
Version 3 & Windows
- Developed for Windows 7 as target-OS
- Compatible with Windows Vista
- Compatible with Windows XP
- Might work on Windows 8 or later
- Being used by E. on Windows 10 (I believe)
- Likely to work on Windows 11, as Windows 10 and 11 have a high degree of compatibility
Alternatives
If you're looking for alternatives to Adobe Lightroom, there are several powerful photo editing and management tools available. Here are some notable options across various needs and preferences:
Affinity Photo
Professional editing tools, support for layers and masks, and robust RAW editing
- No native support on Linux, but possible to run through Wine
- Strengths: One-time purchase with a comprehensive set of features, similar to Adobe Photoshop.
Capture One
Advanced color grading, powerful tethering, and detailed RAW processing
- No native Linux support - Maybe possible through Wine
- Strengths: Excellent for professional photographers, especially those needing precise color control and tethering options.
Corel AfterShot Pro
RAW editing, photo management, and advanced adjustments:
- Available for Linux
- Strengths: Fast and efficient RAW processing with strong organizational tools.
Darktable
Open-source RAW processing, non-destructive editing, and advanced color correction tools:
- Available for Linux
- Strengths: Free and highly customizable, suitable for users who prefer open-source software.
digiKam
A digital photo management application that offers a variety of editing tools.
- Available for Linux
DxO PhotoLab
AI-driven enhancements, noise reduction, and lens corrections:
- No natively supported on Linux
- Strengths: Known for its high-quality automatic corrections and excellent noise reduction technology.
GIMP (GNU Image Manipulation Program)
Open-source image editing with extensive plugin support that make it usable for photo management:
- Available for Linux
- RAW: Can process RAW images via plugins like UFRaw or RawTherapee
- Strengths: Highly customizable and free, suitable for those who need advanced image manipulation
- Weaknesses: User-unfriendly.
Luminar Neo
AI-powered tools, creative effects, and sky replacement:
- Not natively supported on Linux
- Strengths: User-friendly with innovative AI features for enhancing and stylizing photos.
ON1 Photo RAW
Non-destructive editing, layered editing, and a built-in asset manager. Offers a good balance between photo management and advanced editing features, with strong performance:
- RAW support
- Not natively supported on Linux.
Photopea
Browser-based photo editor with Photoshop-like interface and functionality:
- As it is browser-based, it works from any OS
- Strengths: Free and accessible online, good for quick edits and basic photo manipulation.
PhotoScape X
Easy-to-use interface with basic editing tools, filters, and effects:
- No native support for Linux
- Can process RAW
- Strengths: Good for users who need simple editing tools and basic photo management.
Photivo
Photo processor for raw files, with a focus on non-destructive editing.
- Available for Linux
RawTherapee
Advanced color correction, noise reduction, and a wide range of editing tools. Free and open-source, with a focus on detailed RAW editing and processing:
- Available for Linux