Budget Software

[sleipnerofasgard]

okay,being as photoshop is definitely beyond my budget,what other cheap or even free software do people use or recommend.someone suggested serif photoplus v10 but i have been unable to find anyone selling it so other suggestions would be helpful
thanks in advance

[mh68]

I have a spare legit copy of an early version of Photoshop elements you can have for nothing,if thats of any use to you.

Mark H

[Bub-les]

try ebay for serif.
Its OK so is Arcsoft. The free Picasa2 from google has its merits as well.

[DaiTheDragon]

Check out Gimp, it's free an almost as good as Photoshop.

Dai

[sleipnerofasgard]

Thanks Mark, i have never used anything except picasa and the software that came with the camera which is digimax so i have no idea what elements is like,but i guess it's a case of never look a gift horse in the mouth eh?and i'm all for a freebie

[mh68]

It`s obviously more basic than the more recent versions of Elements(which is just a cut-down version of Photoshop), but it`ll give you a taster of what the program`s like,if you decide you like it the latest version is only around £60 which is good value.
Pm me your address and i`ll pop it in the post to you tomorrow sometime...

Mark H

[eeyore]

just google serif - they come up in the top three hits - they sell their software direct either by download or on cd. Elements is good - its basically a cut down version of photoshop and will do most of what you need - version 6 costs about 50 notes on amazon. Also paints shop pro (arround 80 notes) is also worth a loook

however that said both GIMP and irfanview are as good and are free so why not try these first - be careful how you google for GIMP it stands for GNU Image Manipilation Programe so you might be better searching for that.

[barquar]

this is something i am going to have to learn about. You guys sure know what your doing and give your expert advice very generously.I learn everyday reading the threads. Just like to say thanks.
Barquar

[GME]

Originally Posted by barquar

this is something i am going to have to learn about. You guys sure know what your doing and give your expert advice very generously.I learn everyday reading the threads. Just like to say thanks.
Barquar

Agree - Well said

[Geoff F]

If you go to Serifs web site look through the Sales section to see what is available. As I have said previously, don't get anything earlier than version 10.

If you phone them they will try to talk you into the latest version (X2) which is good and, I think easy to use. You will need to be firm with them but they are open to deals and special prices. I have been a customer for many years and have never paid anything close to the asking price. My tip is, give a sharp intake of breath followed by a low whistle, mention that Photoshop Elements 3 is free with the printer that you are thinking about buying and let them talk you around. The User Guide which comes with X2 is very well written and worth a read; although it is aimed chiefly at newcomers there are a few tips which old hands will find interesting. With all versions, the Help information is very comprehensive.

Check a few photo magazines for reports on software and see what suits you.