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Capture One

Professional photo editing and tethered capture

Photo editing and RAW processing software with tethered shooting, used by professional photographers.

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Pricing: Paid

Platforms: Mac, Windows, iOS

Categories: Images

Capture One is an alternative to

Lightroom · Camera Raw

Capture One compared with similar tools

ProductPriceOpen sourceSelf-hostPlatforms
Capture OnePaid––Mac, Windows, iOS
darktableFreeYes–Mac, Windows, Linux
RawTherapeeFreeYes–Mac, Windows, Linux
DxO PhotoLabPaid––Mac, Windows
digiKamFreeYes–Mac, Windows, Linux
ON1 Photo RAWPaid––Mac, Windows, iOS, Android
Luminar NeoPaid––Mac, Windows

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Questions

Is Capture One free?

Capture One is a paid product.

What platforms does Capture One run on?

Capture One is available for Mac, Windows, iOS.

What are some alternatives to Capture One?

Similar indie products include darktable, RawTherapee, DxO PhotoLab, digiKam and 4 more.

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