darktable vs Luminance HDR
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
darktable
9.0Photography workflow application and raw developer
Luminance HDR
7.0Provides a workflow for HDR imaging
| Metric | darktable | Luminance HDR |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Media & Design | Media & Design |
| AI Score | 9.0 | 7.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 843 | 15 |
| 90-day Installs | 2.4K | 45 |
| 365-day Installs | 11.6K | 245 |
| Version | 5.4.1 | 2.6.0 |
| Auto-updates | No | No |
| Deprecated | Yes | No |
| GitHub Stars | 12.1K | 656 |
| GitHub Forks | 1.3K | 102 |
| Open Issues | 525 | 97 |
| License | GPL-3.0 | GPL-2.0 |
| Language | C | C++ |
| Last GitHub Commit | 1mo ago | 10mo ago |
| First Seen | Dec 3, 2013 | Jun 29, 2014 |
Reviews
darktable
darktable is a powerful, open-source photography workflow application and raw developer, offering a comprehensive suite of tools for photo editing. It provides non-destructive editing, advanced modules for image processing, and a highly customizable interface, making it an excellent choice for photographers seeking a free, feature-rich alternative to Adobe Lightroom.
darktable is a photography workflow application and raw developer.
Pros
- + Open-source and free
- + Comprehensive photo editing features
- + Active development and community support
Cons
- - Lack of a dedicated macOS maintainer
- - Steep learning curve
Luminance HDR
Luminance HDR offers a comprehensive workflow for HDR imaging, making it ideal for photographers and HDR enthusiasts seeking advanced image manipulation tools.
Provides tools for HDR image creation and manipulation, offering a complete workflow for photographers.
Pros
- + Comprehensive HDR workflow with advanced tools
- + Open-source under GPL-2.0, supporting community contributions
- + Cross-platform support, including macOS via Homebrew
Cons
- - No auto-update feature for the application
- - Limited community discussion on macOS platforms