Lightroom v. bundled software v. Elements

GridUser · 07-21-2007, 10:20 AM

I have been using Photoshop Elements and just got a new K-10D, so I have the software from Pentax that the bundle with the camera. Friends of mine are raving about Lightroom. Does anyone have any comments on the use of one over another? I don't like the editing of redeye with Elements. It's awful, actually. The ArcSoft program I got with an old Canon is the best at redeye removal of any program I've ever used. Is Lightroom better than Elements at that? How good is the bundled software? I'd appreciate any helpful comments/suggestions. Thanx.

c.r.brown · 07-21-2007, 01:34 PM

Heres a link that may help...

"Comparing Raw PEF and DNG Converters for Pentax Files, Spring 2007"

davemdsn · 07-25-2007, 09:22 PM

That is an excellent write up and I have similar opinions about some of the apps. In short, while not yet perfect, being a very new app, Lightroom is the best overall RAW workflow on the market. The new release of 1.1 makes it even better with new sharpening tools and improved speed. If you are actually going to buy one, that is the one I would recommend. Available for both PC and Mac with virtually identical look, workflow and results.

I do like the smoothness of the PPL results, but don't like to use it. The curves are clunky and there are some missing controls after using Photoshop, Lightroom and others for a while. For some shots it is the right tool. For most of my work I prefer more power. I also have over 15,000 shots in my library so the DAM side of Lightroom is quite nice.

**Ahab** · 07-29-2007, 03:14 PM

I've been using PS Elements for 2 years now. Haven't tried Lightroom but was pleasantly surprised with the bundle Pentax Photo Laboratory. It's quite powerfull and can even correct lens abnormalities. But then I don't need a Pro PP program.

gpaual · 07-31-2007, 03:53 AM

Lightroom...by far, the best that i've worked with so far. Agree with the comments on the 1.1 upgrade. However, if you go that route, i strognly suggest a good book on the program...the guys at NAPP have put out a good bundle of info and even have tutorials ; also, " the adobe photoshop lightroom book"by Martin Evening was highly informative.....good luck !

07-21-2007, 10:20 AM	#1
GridUser Junior Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Bettendorf, IA Posts: 30	Lightroom v. bundled software v. Elements I have been using Photoshop Elements and just got a new K-10D, so I have the software from Pentax that the bundle with the camera. Friends of mine are raving about Lightroom. Does anyone have any comments on the use of one over another? I don't like the editing of redeye with Elements. It's awful, actually. The ArcSoft program I got with an old Canon is the best at redeye removal of any program I've ever used. Is Lightroom better than Elements at that? How good is the bundled software? I'd appreciate any helpful comments/suggestions. Thanx.

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07-21-2007, 01:34 PM	#2
c.r.brown Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Atlanta, GA Posts: 214	Heres a link that may help... "Comparing Raw PEF and DNG Converters for Pentax Files, Spring 2007"

07-25-2007, 09:22 PM	#3
davemdsn Inactive Account Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Boise, Idaho Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 1,413	That is an excellent write up and I have similar opinions about some of the apps. In short, while not yet perfect, being a very new app, Lightroom is the best overall RAW workflow on the market. The new release of 1.1 makes it even better with new sharpening tools and improved speed. If you are actually going to buy one, that is the one I would recommend. Available for both PC and Mac with virtually identical look, workflow and results. I do like the smoothness of the PPL results, but don't like to use it. The curves are clunky and there are some missing controls after using Photoshop, Lightroom and others for a while. For some shots it is the right tool. For most of my work I prefer more power. I also have over 15,000 shots in my library so the DAM side of Lightroom is quite nice.

07-29-2007, 03:14 PM	#4
Ahab Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Arnold, Md. Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 762	I've been using PS Elements for 2 years now. Haven't tried Lightroom but was pleasantly surprised with the bundle Pentax Photo Laboratory. It's quite powerfull and can even correct lens abnormalities. But then I don't need a Pro PP program.

07-31-2007, 03:53 AM	#5
gpaual Veteran Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: fla Photos: Gallery Posts: 375	Lightroom...by far, the best that i've worked with so far. Agree with the comments on the 1.1 upgrade. However, if you go that route, i strognly suggest a good book on the program...the guys at NAPP have put out a good bundle of info and even have tutorials ; also, " the adobe photoshop lightroom book"by Martin Evening was highly informative.....good luck !

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