Excelent for Photography Editing, ready for future versions of Adobe Software.
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The new Intel Core i7 5820K its really powerfull, with 6 physical cores and 12 logical cores at 3.3 Ghz its the fastest proccesor I`d ever used. Its a shame that current software technology isn't taking advantage of it.

Adobe Lightroom 5 and 5820K:
I bought this to procces RAW files from multiple DSLR, since Im a full time event and wedding Photographer. About 5000 in average per wedding, and almost 1000 per typical events, and that is a lot of Files to feed the CPU.

Since LR5 mainly uses CPU power, over GPU or whatever, the 5820K its the key component of my PC Build, and this thing delivers. More CPU power that LR5 can handle (that its the sad part).

LR5 only uses at maximum 45% of the CPU power... mostly 25% only. So I`d reached the maximum speed of this software, cant run any faster, or at least my RAM, SSD and HDD cant feed him that fast. I hope that the future versions of Adobe Lightroom take the juice out of this awesome CPU.

WARNING:
Be advise, this CPU do not include Heatsink or Cooler Fan. Although this CPU doesnt generate much heat, and any cooler will do, I recommend to add at your cart the "Cooler Master EVO 212" Fan, it will keep the CPU cool even with a little overcloacking. If you are thinking in overcloaking the crap out of it, like 4.0 Ghzs (yes it can get to that), go for the "Noctua NH-D14".

Enjoy the power!

Build:
Intel Core i7 5820K (at default)
MSI X99S SLI PLUS MB
G.Skill Ripjaws 16gbs 2300mhz
SSD Samsung 850PRO
HDD 1TB WD Black Series (Raid 1)
Cooler Master EVO212 (2 Fans)
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I scanned some old slides, taken by another photographer, and cleaned them up using Photoshop Elements.  They were as easy to clean as the shots I take with my new Nikon digital SLR.  I was worried the hues would be off, but no sweat: just routine white-point, black-point tweaks needed.  Four stars only because I didn't try Canon's built-in software for editing.  Routine copying is fast; construction feels rugged.
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I upgraded from a Nikon D300.

My Oh My, what an upgrade from DX to FX format, and 6 years in improved technology can achieve!

The D810 is still built like a tank, just like the D300, but with a lot more intuitive settings, easier and faster to apply and use.  I can spend time on composition, knowing that this high-tech camera will produce sharp, clear and well exposed images with an amazing dynamic range of colors.  The buttons are well organized and easy to use and the wide range of Menu features will likely satisfy the needs of many photographers.

One of the many stellar features of the D810 is its advanced Metering System.  For example, Matrix Metering takes into account the active focus point, and can be set to recognize faces, while determining optimum exposure for the scene.  Good metering, plus ultra fast and accurate autofocus and subject tracking has allowed me a little more time to choose proper aperture and/or shutter speed for the scene I envision.

Some reviewers have cautioned about blur (due to the high resolution?).  I get many beautiful blur free hand held shots.  I also try to be a little more cognizant of the shutter speed; I set a minimum shutter speed equal to twice that of the focal lens by setting the sensitivity parameters of the Auto ISO (Shooting Menu, ISO Sensitivity,Min Shutter Speed).  This is just one of the many features available to easily eliminate this issue.  I find that the high resolution and the much better dynamic range produces fantastic images with great detail for cropping.

I've been experimenting with the new Flat setting in Nikon's Picture Control (PC) system.  The Flat PC, released for cameras starting with the D810, is designed to prevent overblown highlights and clipped shadows while preserving an amazing amount of detail for post processing .NEF RAW files.  I shot the portrait of a child sitting on a brown leather recliner. I used a Portrait PC setting in the first shot and a Flat PC setting in the second. The histogram of the Portrait PC image showed obvious shadow clipping (loss of detail in the brown leather and the child's hair), vs. no clipping at all and a well distributed histogram in the Flat PC image, which was also in need of post processing.  Using Nikon's Capture NX-D software, I simply changed the Flat PC setting in the second image to Portrait; the image came back to life with a good dynamic range of colors and very fine detail in the brown leather and child's hair, while maintaining a histogram with NO clippings in the shadows area. This exact same processing can also be done in camera in the Retouch menu.  Nikon's PC system also allows you to perform additional adjustments to fine tune an image if you so desire.  I find their PC presets a good solution to quickly enhance images without having to "photosmith" in post processing.

I used the D810 DX format (Shooting Menu, Image Size). It still results in great pictures, approximately 20 MB less in .NEF file size but plenty of image resolution.  This camera provides the best of both FX and DX.

I was originally concerned about weight when combined with the Nikon 24-70mm f/2.8 G lens.  The only solution (which turned into an unexpected bonus) was to get into a daily special workout routine.

My gripes are as follows: I decided to use my 6 year-old camera strap from my D300, the one included with the D810 looks lighter and does not have as good a grip.  The USB cable clip (a plastic clip to prevent the USB cable from being disconnected from camera) is very difficult to insert and remove. The User's Guide book included with the camera is small with too small a print.

There are plenty of good learning resources online including the Nikon User's Guide (yes the guide is essential).  I am also using a couple of digital books one by Darrell Young and the other by Douglas Klostermann.

The D810 is allowing me to grow into a serious hobbyist photographer.
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This is a must have software for photographers at all levels. allowing full control of raw files to bring out the full beauty and depth of your images.
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Read this, it will defintely enhance the quality of photos you take
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Of all the "photo browsers" out there like Compupic, Ulead Photo Explorer, and others I can't think of the names of at the moment, this is far and away the best one I've seen.  The browser alone (ACDSee 4.0) is excellent, but coupled with the rest of the Power Pack, it's a far better deal.  There's probably some things other than what I'm about to mention that I haven't stumbled across yet since I've only been using this for a couple weeks.  But I'll tell what I've seen so far.
This is a tough one to rate because it's basically four different programs.  They interface with each other, but yet they're different.  As I said, the browser is fantastic!  You can do just about anything you need to within it.  Move pictures from one location to the other, rename, resize, edit, and on and on.  FotoVac allows you to download newsgroups and will then go into the ones you've subscribed to and download photos.  And you know as well as I do that there's tons of newsgroups out there to pick from.  FotoAngelo allows you to put together screensavers and slide shows.  You can pull any photo from your files and make it wallpaper if that's what turns you on.
FotoCanvas is the actual photo editor.  It's very basic.  Being used to Photoshop 6.0 and PhotoImpact, I didn't think FotoCanvas would be much use, but actually it is.  It's very handy for quickie stuff.  You won't be able to get fancy in it though.  If the photo editor was a program on it's own, I'd give it 3 stars.
To make a long story short, if you're looking for a great software package that does a super job of everything that it's intended to do, you've found it in ACDSee 4.0 Power Pack.
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I am 85% unfamiliar with all photo editing / manipulating software on the market. Yes, I've used it, but no I can't seem to do anything cool with it beyond cropping and resizing as needed. It's not that I'm computer illiterate, just that I have less artistic talent than most folks have in their toe nail.

This being said, I have successfully edited about a dozen photos with this and have really enjoyed myself and the results. I was able to change the color of a flower in one (this is a big deal for me, don't laugh) and straighten out some self-timer vacation photos that came out lopsided (also very exciting).

I feel that the layout and format of the interface is user friendly and makes it easy to find tools and options in a logical manner. It was easy to use the automatic adjustments they have included in the software and I feel they do create decent looking adjustments to most of the pictures with which I tried it.

I feel that this would be good for the serious scrap-booker or other hobbyist who needs to worry about the final quality of pictures. It would also be a great introduction program for budding photographers who aren't wanting to drop an entire part-time paycheck on software.
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PSP Photo X2 is very good photo editor. If you are beginner or amateur it can really speed up processing of your photo workflow. Slew of adjustments and effects are great, especially Express Lab mode. Organizer is very convenient and straight forward. Watermarks can be created and added to your photos very easily. I strongly advise to have it. And price is very affordable, you can not beat $20-30, especially knowing it also includes 2GB flash drive which itself costs $10. And newer X3 version improvements do not justify $60 price.
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This software allows you to create professionally edited video and has as many of the bells and whistles as software costing 4-5 times the price. I have used it since VS2 and the improvements along the way have made this the only linear editor I use.

If you are a newbie or a professional, there is no need to question if this product "works" as promised. It does. Add to that the many "extras" and "freebies" you get with the Ultimate Package, you have a real powerhouse of video editing software. Mike
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I only had one problem - I couldn't simply use the license number on my trial of Lightroom already on my laptop. But, the rest is working out very well. I love the opportunities for editing with this program.
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This is quite a powerful editing program, capable of so many photography fixes and special effects.  Will take a while to learn how to use all of the features, but it already has helped me create some beautiful images.  I am well-pleased with this program that is priced well below some of the similar competitors.
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It has an excelent image quality, easy to handle. What it lacks? a better software. Even it forgets its customization once it turn off.
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An excellent product, a better menu to quick access to the options when you are taking a shoot. Maybe can make better the time response with the lens, but still enough for great pics, just take the time for prepare a good pic.
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I've been an avid user of Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom for a few years now but decided to take this opportunity to try Cyberlink PhotoDirector 7 Ultra. I must say, I'm very impressed. I was a bit worried that I would have to learn a new layout as well as manage a new workflow and that was definitely not the case.

PhotoDirector is a perfect mix between Adobe Lightroom and a light version of Photoshop. With tools like the body shaper and background remover, PhotoDirector takes these tasks that used to be a bit of a process in Photoshop and makes them a simple two or three steps.

I shoot a lot of action sports as well as portraits so I'm usually bringing a good couple hundred photos into my photo editor at a time. PhotoDirector has the manageability and workflow of multiple photo editing without the monthly cost of an Adobe Lightroom account.

If you're looking for a good mix between Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom or a good start out program to learn photo editing, PhotoDirector would likely be a good fit for you.
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Most video and photo editing software is going to cover the basic functions you need to clean up and publish, especially if you work to get it right in the camera first.  Where Lr 6 shines for me is the speed.  I have a decent laptop purchased for graphics and video editing, and Lr is the only one that runs quickly and smoothly for me.  The built-in lens correction profiles are also pretty spot on.  Not having to build them from scratch through that meticulous process was worth the little extra this program costs.  I should have just bit the bullet and paid for this first.  Not having stuttering screens, constant loading ques, etc. really speeds up my workflow and makes something that is a part of my hobby enjoyable.  I actually play around with images more when I'm not being frustrated just trying to get to baseline.  Been using Photoshop or other Adobe graphics programs since PS 7.0.  Don't know what I was thinking starting anywhere else.

(Asus N550 Win 7/10 (64) / i7 2.4G / 16G /1TB SSD)
(Shooting w/ Sony a6000 and assorted lenses, profile library is great!)
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Easy to assemble, perfect accessories to assist in each shot and the background makes editing a breeze!.  All around this product is A+
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I am using this Video Editor for small clips of my family. At the beginning it looked like complicated, but after several projects I learned more and more and discovered new possibilities to make attractive clips. It has a very clear and concise pdf Manual where I could find answers to all my issues. I still have to learn, but with every next project my work is better. It seems to me that both the software and the Manual are the result of a large experience. Also, I think that it is affordable. I really like it!