Photivo

Photivo is a super easy-to-use, free, and open-source image processor. It’s designed to handle both your RAW and bitmap files in a non-destructive way. You get to work with a 16-bit processing pipe that fits right into your Gimp workflow, plus it even has a batch mode for those times when you have lots of images to edit.

Why Choose Photivo?

So, what makes Photivo stand out? Well, it tries hard to give you the best algorithms available. Sure, this might mean there’s some overlap in features, but that’s not always a bad thing!

Advanced Features

If you're looking for top-notch denoise, sharpen, and local contrast (think fake HDR), you’re in luck! To my knowledge, Photivo offers some of the most powerful tools in the open-source world. But hey, if something better comes along – let’s port them!

The Learning Curve

Now, just a heads up: while Photivo can help you achieve amazing results, it does come with a bit of a learning curve. Don’t worry though; once you get the hang of it, you'll be editing like a pro!

A Developer's Tool

Photivo is more of a developer's tool than anything else. There aren’t any flashy managers or fancy interfaces like “Gimp.” It’s meant to be used alongside programs like digiKam, F-Spot, or Shotwell for managing your photos.

Your System Needs

This software does require a pretty strong computer to run smoothly. So if you're just starting out or using an older machine, keep that in mind.

Download Photivo here!