Testseek.com have collected 25 expert reviews of the Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 2.0 and the average rating is 86%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 2.0.
August 2008
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Abstract: In the olden days, the number of pictures we took was somewhat limited by the cost of film and making prints. Digital cameras eliminated that limitation as we can store hundreds of pictures on a small memory card and tens of thousands on a hard disk. T...
Abstract: If you, like many, run a PC then Lightroom 2 is the best photo workflow software available on the market. If you find working with raw nothing but time-consuming hassle, the Lightroom 2 will positively change your outlook and open up a whole world of ...
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Published: 2008-08-22, Author: T. , review by: blogcritics.org
Abstract: Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 2 is the much anticipated second version of Adobes highly praised photo management and editing system. Photoshop Lightroom 2 adds new editing tools as well as enhances the existing environment, while at the same time reduces ...
Localized edits with tablet support, 64-bit on all platforms, More intuitive keywording and metadata navigation, Terrific high-ISO RAW image rendering quality, Custom RAW color profile support, Still faster than other RAW library apps
Still no accurate arbitrary-point curve adjustment, Lackluster mask editing tools limits localized edit functionality, RAW images can feel oddly filtered, even those with next to no noise
In the end, Im both blown away and a little disappointed by this latest release of Lightroom. Lightroom 2.0 is the first program that I simply love using from a workflow, tagging, and "they thought of everything" standpoint; and its speed is unmatched...
It takes about a day to get used to the fundamental changes in Lightroom, notably the PSD outputs to Photoshop and the search tools. After that, a few days playing with the new localised tools and you should be up to speed. So, in terms of features, it's ...
Lots of productivity and user interface improvements; Library Filter makes finding images easier than before; new Adjustment Brush and Graduated Filter tools let you create localized edits; improved integration with Photoshop; support for multiple monitor...
Clone and Heal tools not upgraded to brushes; no links to online photo books; no soft proofing.
With Photoshop Lightroom 2.0, Adobe has smartly upgraded an already-strong product. For many photographers, the new Adjustment Brush and the advanced filtering capabilities will reduce the need to use external programs like Photoshop and Adobe Bridge,...
With subtle and overt improvements, Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 2.0 remains the program to beat for image processing and organisation. The new creative editing tools included with Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 2.0 would alone make it a must-have upgrade....
Abstract: Adobe software is not for the fainthearted. Once you’ve gotten over the professional-level pricing and spent a lifetime mastering the software can you start to feel good about yourself. But if you’ve got deep pockets and like a challenge, no other co...
Abstract: If perhaps you cant afford Photoshop CS4 or just prefer something slightly less complex, this extensively upgraded Lightroom 2 will be the perfect tool for any serious photographer who wants to enhance large quantities of digital images. Adobe - Ligh...
