We tried Affinity a few years ago after Adobe moved to the subscription model.
In terms of tools, capability and layout it’s similar to PS, but the workflow is a little different. For example, every adjustment you make - Curves, Levels Colour Balance etc. Automatically sets itself up as an adjustment layer. This can take a little getting used to.
However, the deal breaker for us came on the first day of testing. At that time it was impossible to save an uncompressed TIFF. All saved TIFF’s had LZW compression.
I spoke to to them about this, and they said it was on the road map. Not sure if it’s been fixed yet, but until it is, it’s next to useless for the majority of us.
Scott
On Sunday, March 22, 2020 15:09 GMT, Josh Murfitt <[log in to unmask]> wrote:
> Whilst I haven’t tried Affinity Photo and still use Adobe CC for most things, I used Affinity Publisher to design a photo book during my MA and found it did everything I needed or wanted. Considering the cost of getting access to InDesign if you’re just on the standard CC Photography Plan, I’d highly recommend Affinity Publisher.
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> On 22 Mar 2020, 13:06 +0000, Tony Harris <[log in to unmask]>, wrote:
> > I'd be interested to know if anyone is considering moving to the Affinity series of apps, as I have all three at home and have found them to do exactly what Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign do, 16bit, ICC profiles etc. Plus they are not on the subscription model and cost £40 each, even cheaper with the offer below.
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> > Could be a worthwhile saving in these times for freelancers and as they made in Nottingham you'd be supporting the UK software industry.
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> > This is obviously my own personal view and not DCMS's.
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