Nik Software Complete Collection Software Plug-in for Lightroom and Aperture
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If you purchase the Complete Collection and receive an older disc with Silver Efex Pro, you are eligible for a free upgrade to Silver Efex Pro 2.0 after registering with Nik Software. You are also eligible for a free upgrade from Color Efex Pro 3.0 to Color Efex Pro 4.0 as well.
The Complete Collection from Nik Software is a cost-saving bundle of their popular digital imaging plug-in applications. Compatible with Lightroom and Aperture, the bundle includes Dfine 2.0, Viveza 2, HDR Efex Pro, Color Efex Pro 3.0, Silver Efex Pro, and Sharpener Pro 3.0.
You may receive an older disc that does not contain the latest versions of all software included in this package. If this occurs, please contact Nik Software directly -- they will provide you with instructions to download the latest version of the software from their web site. Rest assured, purchasing this package grants you a license to use all of the listed applications.
- Compatible with Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 2.3 through 3.x, and Apple Aperture 2.1 through 3.1
- Dfine reduces noise in images created by using digital cameras at high ISO levels
- Viveza 2 allows you to control color and light in images, without having to create complicated selections or layer masks
- HDR Efex Pro allows you to create stunning HDR images from multiple exposures
- Color Efex Pro includes 52 filters that can create over 250 effects
- Silver Efex Pro allows you to create professional-quality black and white images from digital photos
- Sharpener Pro is an advanced sharpening tool for professional photographers
| System Requirements |
Computer: AMD or Intel CPU; Intel Mac Operating System: Windows XP, Vista, 7; Mac OS 10.5.8, 10.6 Memory: 2GB (4GB recommended) Compatible Host Software: Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 2.3 through 3.x, and Apple Aperture 2.1 through 3.1 |
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by PowerReviews(based on 97 reviews)
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96%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Easy to navigate (71)
- Versatile (63)
- Easy to collaborate across programs (46)
- Accurate colors (41)
- Easy to customize (37)
Cons
- Difficult to navigate (5)
- Freezes or crashes (4)
Best Uses
- Professional quality (40)
- Multimedia (9)
- Presentations (8)
- Educational purposes (5)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Quality oriented (55), Budget shopper (4)
- Primary use:
- Personal (67), Business (27)
- Computer Platform:
- Mac (23), PC (18)
Most Liked Positive Review
Nik Software did great job!
Nik Software Complete Collection Software Plug-in is an absolutely amazing tool.
I use it as a plug-in for Aperture 3 - everything works smooth. On the beginning I was thinking about Color Efex...Read complete review
Nik Software Complete Collection Software Plug-in is an absolutely amazing tool.
I use it as a plug-in for Aperture 3 - everything works smooth. On the beginning I was thinking about Color Efex Pro 3.0 And Silver Efex Pro 2 only but I decided to buy all collection. It was a good choice: I saved a lot of money and now I`m using all filters almost every day.
What is inside:
The Define 2.0 is really powerful noise redactor (works much better then DxO Optics Pro noise reduction - Define saves much more details and tonal changes).
Define offers 4 ways to reduct noise:
- automatically
- manually
- using control points
- based on individual color ranges
I like to use Define only when I`m shooting with really high ISO settings.
Usually I`m using noise reduction built-in my camera. This is the best compromise for me between loosing details and noise reducing.
Viveza 2 offers many creative enhancement sliders: shadow adjustment, structure, contrast, saturation etc. Also levels and curves.
You can change your pictures globally or through control points.
HDR Efex Pro is complete all-in-one HDR imaging tool. There is a lot of presets to use and a lot options to change. I`m not a big fan HDR photography - I used this plugin few times to see how it works. I like it.
In Color Efex Pro 3.0 you can choose between 52 creative filters.
Bunch of my favorites:
- polarization
- cross processing
- darken/lighten center
- graduated neutral density
- pro contrast
- film effects
- grain effects
You will find a lot of options - every filter can be modified as you like.
Silver Efex Pro 2 in my opinion it`s the best part of this collection. I`m mostly B&W photographer and I have been using previous version of Silver Efex Pro which was awesome. 2nd edition is even better!
What is new:
Enhancement sliders:
- Highlight, Midtone, Shadow Brightness control
- Amplify Blacks and Amplify Whites controls
- Highlight, Midtone, and Shadow Structure control
- Fine Structure control (very useful!)
- Selective Colorization
and my favorite:
- Dynamic Brightness control
- Soft Contrast control
Last two controllers are really powerful and gives great effects! - you should try, you will know what I`m talking about.
Changes you can apply globally or through control points.
I found also some new Vignette, Burn Edges, Image Borders effects.
Nik also improved interface and interactions controls.
Now you can also use History Browser.
SEP 2 is the best B&W imaging solution I`ve ever used!
Sharpener Pro 3.0 offers two kinds of sharpening tools:
- RAW Presharpener (applies a small amount of sharpening right after converting RAW file - you can change amount of Adaptive Sharpening. You can choose image quality between Normal and High ISO).
- Output Sharpener. Thanks to this filter you can prepare your pictures for the output device of your choice. I created few presets for my photos and it gives me amazing effects! Of course you can apply sharpening globally or through control points.
All collection is really easy to use. After one day of using you will know how it works.
If you are a serious photographer these filters are really for you. If you are an amateur or semi-pro you will learn a lot using this software. 5 stars it`s my rate!
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Most Liked Negative Review
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I purchased the LightRoom version to add some tasks in the Develop module without using PhotoShop CS5. The install routine with LightRoom 3.3 just does not work. It does not allow each plug-in to ...Read complete review
I purchased the LightRoom version to add some tasks in the Develop module without using PhotoShop CS5. The install routine with LightRoom 3.3 just does not work. It does not allow each plug-in to work properly in "Edit in other applications". The install routine did not install each plug-in as a stand alone application. Although this is listed on the B&H site as a standard product, the packing list showed this item as special order and not returnable. Do not buy this product.
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Pros
- Easy To Collaborate Across Programs
- Easy To Customize
- Easy To Navigate
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- Professional Quality
Comments about Nik Software Complete Collection Software Plug-in for Lightroom and Aperture:
- Easy to use and poweful
- Offers good creative opportunities
- Allows accurate control of post processing
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Computer Platform:
- PC
Pros
- Accurate Colors and Controls
- Easy To Collaborate Across Programs
- Easy To Customize
- Easy To Navigate
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- Professional Quality
Comments about Nik Software Complete Collection Software Plug-in for Lightroom and Aperture:
Just started using Co;or Effects Pro, and the photo I experimented on took 2nd prize in a competition! Look forward to exploring all the programs more.
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Computer Platform:
- PC
Pros
- Accurate Colors and Controls
- Easy To Collaborate Across Programs
- Easy To Customize
- Easy To Navigate
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- Personal Photos
Comments about Nik Software Complete Collection Software Plug-in for Lightroom and Aperture:
After looking at reviews and tutorials I decided to buy Nik Software Complete Collection and it is one of the best purchases I have ever made. I use it with Lightroom and it is so easy to change pictures into stunning works of art.
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Computer Platform:
- PC
Pros
- Accurate Colors and Controls
- Easy To Collaborate Across Programs
- Easy To Navigate
- Versatile
Cons
- Need more than 2G ram
Best Uses
- Photo editing
Comments about Nik Software Complete Collection Software Plug-in for Lightroom and Aperture:
A great Collection, easy and useful with Lightroom.
U-point technic is a very goog way to work!
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Computer Platform:
- PC
Pros
- Accurate Colors and Controls
- Easy To Navigate
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- Professional Quality
Comments about Nik Software Complete Collection Software Plug-in for Lightroom and Aperture:
works great
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Computer Platform:
- PC
Pros
Cons
- Difficult To Navigate
- Freezes or Crashes
- Inaccurate Controls
- Slow performance
Best Uses
Comments about Nik Software Complete Collection Software Plug-in for Lightroom and Aperture:
Using Nik software plugins in Lightroom is no walk in the park. I seriously question myself why I bother with the aggravation when a skilled hand with Lightroom can achieve more natural-looking results. Nik plugins often crash, regularly ask for the key codes to be re-entered and will not function until checking for updates, even though the software is up-to-date. I find that Nik plugins are time-consuming, deliver little value and really not worth the investment.
- Primary use:
- Business
- Computer Platform:
- Mac
Pros
- Easy to Navigate
- Produces superior results
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Nik Software Complete Collection Software Plug-in for Lightroom and Aperture:
I'm in love with Nik software. I know a lot about Lightroom 3 and Photoshop CS5 (I'm a member of the National Association of Photoshop Professionals), but the improvements I can make in my images using Silver Efex Pro 2, Viveza 2 and Color Efex Pro 4 are amazing.
The support Nik provides is superior. If the person who titled his review "Caution" had contacted Nik, he wouldn't have had any problems.
Nik produces excellent software that's worth every penny.
- Primary use:
- Business
- Computer Platform:
- PC
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Comments about Nik Software Complete Collection Software Plug-in for Lightroom and Aperture:
I find myself using the Nik products more and more.
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Computer Platform:
- Mac
Pros
- Easy To Collaborate Across Programs
- Easy to Navigate
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- Multimedia
Comments about Nik Software Complete Collection Software Plug-in for Lightroom and Aperture:
What is nice about this software is the different creative modes you could design from one picture. My favorite is solarization in color effects 3. How you can change a picture in vivieza from a bright sky to a dark haunting one!!!
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Computer Platform:
- Mac
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Pros
- Easy to Navigate
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- Multimedia
Comments about Nik Software Complete Collection Software Plug-in for Lightroom and Aperture:
Lots to learn with this software, so its fun trying out all the capability. I love the selective control points, very intuitive and easy to use. My only gripe is that each export, whether it be to Dfine, Viveza, Color Efex, etc, creates a new TIFF file. I wish the existing TIFF could be used for the entire workflow to save time. Maybe you can, but I havent figured it out yet. But overall, I am satisfied and happy I purchased through B&H.
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Computer Platform:
- PC
Pros
- Easy to learn
- Easy to Navigate
- Endlessly creative
- Versatile
Cons
- None
Best Uses
- Photography
Comments about Nik Software Complete Collection Software Plug-in for Lightroom and Aperture:
I'm in love with Nik Software. Silver Efex Pro 2 is the best I've found for black and white. You can do more with it than you can imagine. You'll especially like the "soft contrast" slider.
Viveza 2 and Color Efex Pro 4.0 allow you to create color images that are better than Photoshop will do -- not to mention far faster and far easier than Photoshop.
Dfine and Sharpener Pro are excellent, too.
I've tried a lot of software, but Nik beats them all. And the support is excellent.
- Primary use:
- Business
- Computer Platform:
- PC
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Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Nik Software Complete Collection Software Plug-in for Lightroom and Aperture:
Great softwares, but almost only use the Sharpener Pro, Viveza and Silver Efex Pro, especially for the U-Point Technology
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Computer Platform:
- Mac
Pros
- Easy To Collaborate Across Programs
Cons
- Freezes or Crashes
Best Uses
- Multimedia
Comments about Nik Software Complete Collection Software Plug-in for Lightroom and Aperture:
I use this with Lightroom 3, it is a great addition to my editing needs. HDR pro has a major glitch that NIK is currently working on right now.
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Computer Platform:
- Mac
Pros
- Easy to Navigate
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Nik Software Complete Collection Software Plug-in for Lightroom and Aperture:
Very easy to use and intuitive than Photosop CS5. Also non-destructive way to edit photos. Being able to batch process photos saves you precious time.
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Computer Platform:
- Mac
Pros
- Easy to Navigate
- Everything
- Versatile
Cons
- None
Best Uses
- Fine tune enhancements
Comments about Nik Software Complete Collection Software Plug-in for Lightroom and Aperture:
After hearing and reading a lot of good reviews on NIK software, I downloaded a free trial and soon discovered that everything that I heard was true. The software first off is very easy to use and the results are great. I would highly recommend these products to anyone.
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Computer Platform:
- PC
Pros
- Versatile
Cons
- None
Best Uses
- Just my photos
Comments about Nik Software Complete Collection Software Plug-in for Lightroom and Aperture:
After taking a class munder Ansel Adams in 1965, I love the art of black and white photography. I am pleased with this software and look forward to experiments to inprove the B&W Experience.
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Computer Platform:
- PC
Pros
- Easy To Collaborate Across Programs
- Easy to Customize
- Easy to Navigate
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- Multimedia
Comments about Nik Software Complete Collection Software Plug-in for Lightroom and Aperture:
I use this set as plug-ins with Aperture 3. Everything is right at your finger tips.In the package you receive 2 disc, one with all the programs and the second is a updated version of Color Efex Pro 4. To activate them you log in the numbers that came on the disc envelope.
What I like about them is they do what they say they will do.Control points is fantastic. B&H provides the best service peroid.
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Computer Platform:
- Mac
Pros
Cons
- Creates really large file
Best Uses
Comments about Nik Software Complete Collection Software Plug-in for Lightroom and Aperture:
The HDR software is very easy to use and a great new creative challenge for photographers in tricky lighting situations. B&H offers a great price for the package and they all deliver beautifully. Shipped fast and easy to download once the key arrives. Highly recommend
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Computer Platform:
- Mac
Pros
- Easy to Navigate
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- Educational Purposes
Comments about Nik Software Complete Collection Software Plug-in for Lightroom and Aperture:
I will use this in my Lightroom 3 course to encourage my students to stick with it. Seeing the possibilities/rewards for learning new software is a terrific incentive.
- Primary use:
- Business
- Computer Platform:
- PC
Pros
- Easy To Collaborate Across Programs
- Easy to Navigate
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Nik Software Complete Collection Software Plug-in for Lightroom and Aperture:
No matter how well a RAW images can be enhanced in Lightroom or Aperture, Nik brings out subtle qualities in images. The result is wider control over how images look. It's really part of a professional touch.
- Primary use:
- Business
- Computer Platform:
- Mac
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