PhotoFix
PhotoFix is a quick-fix editor with many manual options as well, making it attractive for both novices and experienced photographers. It comes as part of the Photo Tools package which also includes the PhotoXtra organizing tool and PrintmiX for printing many images on to one sheet of paper.
PhotoFix has many customizable painting, drawing and retouching tools, together with editing capabilities such as cloning, feathering, and masking. One of its key features is its ability to correct the color, brightness and contrast of any image automatically.
It also includes a dozen special effects filters, such as Add Noise, Distort 3D and posterize. It supports 32-bit color, has 32 levels of Undo, and runs on just 5Mb of free RAM (more is recommended to cope with the size of the image).
Comment
Reviewers have liked its low cost, its feathering and transparency controls, support for masks, and good printing tools, but on close examination have found it lacking in CMYK support and tool functionality. To find it on the vendor's site look for Photo Tools.
Tech info
- OS: Macintosh OS X
- Supported file formats: Major formats, inc. PICT, TIFF and EPS
- Price level: Approx. $80
Microspot
Founded in 1964, Microspot develops and markets applications for 3D modeling and animation, interior design, 2D drawing and drafting, image editing, and media management as well as printer drivers. It is based in Maidstone, Kent, UK.
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