We evaluated Photoshop CS6 Extended (64-bit) beta just before its release on an HP EliteBook 8560w along with Windows 7. The primary differences from the Standard and Extended editions, other than the price tag, are the innovative 3D abilities of the other. Adobe has sorted out functionality in both versions but because it's a beta version, we will not comment thoroughly on that aspect of the program until we evaluate the finalized release soon.
There are many improvements around the program which includes over 65 "user-inspired" upgrades; we are going to discuss the most relevant modifications that are important to photographers.
The very first thing you will find is a fresh, darkish interface which gives you a far more focused viewpoint and much more adequate evaluation of photos. Even so, you can change the backdrop by a simple right click or by making the change in Preferences. Personally, I prefer the dark backdrop but others may feel more at ease with one that is even darker or lighter (there are four options by the way).
There are many improvements around the program which includes over 65 "user-inspired" upgrades; we are going to discuss the most relevant modifications that are important to photographers.
The very first thing you will find is a fresh, darkish interface which gives you a far more focused viewpoint and much more adequate evaluation of photos. Even so, you can change the backdrop by a simple right click or by making the change in Preferences. Personally, I prefer the dark backdrop but others may feel more at ease with one that is even darker or lighter (there are four options by the way).
Though it isn't really evident visually, the new Background Save and auto-recovery options are big. Because of the ever-growing proportions of image files and the length of time it requires to save them to the HD, Background Save, that includes a progress bar, which can make working with Photoshop far more beneficial since you can carry out extra tasks on other files without delay. Auto-recovery will save you from sudden glitches-heart-stopping minutes we've all experienced at one time.
Another time-saver is the power to move your preset from your recent version of the program. Photoshop CS6 is the very first to offer this crucial element so you don't have to re-create every presets you worked so hard to build.
There were hopeful rumors Photoshop CS6 that it could possibly deliver blurry pictures into focus. In the meantime, we are going to let the Lytro camera keep hold of that claim. But Photoshop CS6 has a fresh blur gallery with 3 choices: Field Blur (a graduated blur), Tilt-Shift and Iris Blur. The latter is regarded as the important to produce targeted bokeh or depth-of-field. Just simply insert a point on the photograph to set the spot of focus after which moves two surrounding rings. Both inner and outer rings are changeable separately so that you can reveal where blur is the most powerful with the latter, while the inner ring controls feathering. If your lens doesn't get you just as much bokeh as you'd like, the Iris Blur tool gives you a simple and straightforward selection.
Other news for Photoshop CS6 is that video preferences have been improved (even beyond Lightroom 4's capabilities) and are now available with the Standard and the Extended versions. Along with creating image changes common to all photographers such as brightness, contrast, color balance and employing general tools like Levels and Curves (and placing them in layers), it is possible to pick from 5 transitions and a lot more.
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Another time-saver is the power to move your preset from your recent version of the program. Photoshop CS6 is the very first to offer this crucial element so you don't have to re-create every presets you worked so hard to build.
There were hopeful rumors Photoshop CS6 that it could possibly deliver blurry pictures into focus. In the meantime, we are going to let the Lytro camera keep hold of that claim. But Photoshop CS6 has a fresh blur gallery with 3 choices: Field Blur (a graduated blur), Tilt-Shift and Iris Blur. The latter is regarded as the important to produce targeted bokeh or depth-of-field. Just simply insert a point on the photograph to set the spot of focus after which moves two surrounding rings. Both inner and outer rings are changeable separately so that you can reveal where blur is the most powerful with the latter, while the inner ring controls feathering. If your lens doesn't get you just as much bokeh as you'd like, the Iris Blur tool gives you a simple and straightforward selection.
Other news for Photoshop CS6 is that video preferences have been improved (even beyond Lightroom 4's capabilities) and are now available with the Standard and the Extended versions. Along with creating image changes common to all photographers such as brightness, contrast, color balance and employing general tools like Levels and Curves (and placing them in layers), it is possible to pick from 5 transitions and a lot more.
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There were hopeful rumors Photoshop CS6 that it could possibly deliver blurry pictures into focus. In the meantime, we are going to let the Lytro camera keep hold of that claim. But Photoshop CS6 has a fresh blur gallery with 3 choices: Field Blur (a graduated blur), Tilt-Shift and Iris Blur. The latter is regarded as the important to produce targeted bokeh or depth-of-field. Just simply insert a point on the photograph to set the spot of focus after which moves two surrounding rings. Both inner and outer rings are changeable separately so that you can reveal where blur is the most powerful with the latter, while the inner ring controls feathering. If your lens doesn't get you just as much bokeh as you'd like, the Iris Blur tool gives you a simple and straightforward selection.
Other news for Photoshop CS6 is that video preferences have been improved (even beyond Lightroom 4's capabilities) and are now available with the Standard and the Extended versions. Along with creating image changes common to all photographers such as brightness, contrast, color balance and employing general tools like Levels and Curves (and placing them in layers), it is possible to pick from 5 transitions and a lot more.
Adobe Photoshop CS6 is likely to make life simpler and pictures far better. It's as simple as that. And, a chance to change a long list of variables for videos just boost the variety of benefits professional photographers will be downloading the beta by the thousands and thousands. We certainly anticipate just as many to move up when the final build is on the market.
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Other news for Photoshop CS6 is that video preferences have been improved (even beyond Lightroom 4's capabilities) and are now available with the Standard and the Extended versions. Along with creating image changes common to all photographers such as brightness, contrast, color balance and employing general tools like Levels and Curves (and placing them in layers), it is possible to pick from 5 transitions and a lot more.
Adobe Photoshop CS6 is likely to make life simpler and pictures far better. It's as simple as that. And, a chance to change a long list of variables for videos just boost the variety of benefits professional photographers will be downloading the beta by the thousands and thousands. We certainly anticipate just as many to move up when the final build is on the market.
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After reading this sneak peek, whether you're within the video production industry or a modest photography lover, this tool is certainly going to be your one and only best friend in editting.