Nik software suite 2012

Can't tell but it might be a trial. Google gave it away without changing it, using it as the base for Snapseed Android app.

But if read down further, it mentions if want the free version, DxO calls it the "previous version", to enter the email address and press the submit button. It's not a "BAD" product, but over the years, the other software publishers have sought new ways to do those unique things that NIK did so well, and improve upon those old things that all software does. And as a result, I find other software more compatible with my workflow. And Topaz's selective masking, along with the whole "AI" concept for sharpening and Noise control are significant improvements in those fields.

I know, Topaz seems to be having some QC issues lately, but that doesn't negate the brilliance of the overall technology. And the Topaz plugin tools seem to work with pretty much everything, not just Photoshop.

The net result, in my eyes, is that NIK tools seem a bit dated. More, tools for the year , and less, tools for I'm no genius, but I play one on the internet. But unfortunately the older free version of the NIK Collection really is dated; it doesn't scale on higher resolution monitors, making it almost impossible to work with.

But for those of us who can still use it, really cannot beat the value of this "free" version. Just to share, both the files from your download link, as well as the download link provided by Patco. The scaling problem comes from the plugin. You can create links of the exe files on your desktop and drag an drop a tiff file on it.

That solves the scaling problem. Just a few more steps. No problem with Capture One. It calls the exe and not the plug in. Definitely more cumbersome but better than not having it at all! Thanks for that tip. The NIK collection still has the analog color program and one other non HDR program that are of interest and if the control points work as designed with Windows 10 could be a very good free program score! We dig into the detail The Nikon Z mm F2. With a versatile focal length range and a fast aperture for low light photography and blurry backgrounds, this lens promises sharp imagery and smooth bokeh with minimal aberrations.

How does it actually perform? Find out in our full review. If you're looking to speed up your editing workflow, few pieces of hardware can make complex masking, brushing and cloning jobs easier than a digital pen. We look at Xencelabs' latest offering, the Pen Tablet Small. The Great Joy 60mm T2. Apple's flagship M1 Max MacBook Pro offers a combination of performance, efficiency, build quality, and screen quality that you cannot find in any PC on the market, full stop.

What's the best camera for shooting landscapes? High resolution, weather-sealed bodies and wide dynamic range are all important. In this buying guide we've rounded-up several great cameras for shooting landscapes, and recommended the best. If you want to return to the old Nik Collection after the trial, you will need to install it again.

If you decide against Nik and want to find an alternative, this article I published should help you. Find out how to improve your photography using the Nik Collection.

Follow the advice in this deceptively simple book to significantly improve your landscape photography. In fact, lesson 3 is so obvious that most photographers ignore it completely. First name Last name Email. Thank you for your support. Important Problems with the Free Nik Collection There are though some issues you need to be aware of.

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First name. Last name. The company was acquired by Google in , and was later sold to DxO in Despite having multiple owners, Nik has managed to keep its core software collection intact and available to the public in both licensed and free legacy versions. DxO offers a day trial for the Nik Collection 3 , which includes eight additional plugins that come with the paid license.

We highly recommend that you take advantage of this offer to get a feel for what the complete collection entails. It also allows you to experiment with all the plugins to discover what works best for you. DxO offers a free download of the Nik Collection on its website. This software suite is a legacy version that is no longer being developed or supported. To get the most value from the Nik Collection, we recommend that you start with a day free trial.