Photo Editing Software Comparisons
Having trouble figuring out which photo editing software to buy? Features vary among photo editors. The most important issues to consider are how much you want to organize them, do you want to do a lot of editing and enhancing or just quick fixes like redeye removal and cropping, and what do you want to do with your images when you are done.
All editors are pretty good at the basics, but if you want special enhancer/correction tools, advanced organization capabilities, or a bigger variety of options for distributing your photos, such as slide show or web site creation functions, there may be certain programs that will better fit your needs than others. Below is a comparison of some popular photo editors to help you figure out which best suits your style.
Our Top Five Photo Editing Software Picks
Click on the Review buttons for detailed reviews of each photo editing software program.
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Corel PaintShop Pro |
Xara Photo & Graphic Designer |
ACDSee
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| Ave. price | $99.99 | $99.99 | $89.99 | $34.99 |
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| Organize | Adobe Photoshop Elements |
Corel Paint Shop Pro X5 |
Xara Photo & Graphic Designer | ACDSee Photo Editor |
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* Requires ACDSee Photo Manager companion program
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