This DxO FilmPack review looks at the latest and greatest version of DxO‘s film simulator – DxO FilmPack 6 Elite. And overall, DxO FilmPack 6 Elite is an excellent preset-laden film simulator and a love letter to film from the digital age.
Thus, if you’re looking to style your digital images to match classic film stock from Kodak, FujiFilm, Polaroid, and more, DxO FilmPack is not to be missed. Jump to Conclusion.
DxO FILMPACK 6
The look of Film. The Convenience of Digital.
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84 FILM SIMULATIONS
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Table of Contents
- What is DxO FilmPack
- What does DxO FilmPack do
- Optical Corrections
- How much does DxO FilmPack Cost
- DxO FilmPack Trial
- DxO FilmPack 6 Samples
- Whats DxO FilmPack 6 like to us
- DxO FilmPack Compared
- DxO FilmPack vs ON1 Effects
- Conclusion
What is DxO FilmPack
DxO FilmPack 6 is a Film Simulation Application and Photo Editor for PC and Mac and runs as a standalone application or as a plugin for select versions of the following applications.
- DxO PhotoLab
- Adobe Photoshop
- Adobe Lightroom
What does DxO FilmPack do
DxO FilmPack 6 applies classic film stock’s colors, grain, and overall aesthetic to your digital photographs. For instance, you can load up one of your digital images and process it to look like it was captured with 19th Century Sepia, Polaroid 669, or Fuji Velvia 100.
In total, there are 84 film simulations to choose from. These include generic interpretations of ancient film technologies to modern-day films from Kodak, Fuji, and Polaroid. Best of all, applying a film simulation takes just a click of your mouse. Some samples are coming up later in this DxO FilmPack Review.
Time Machine
DxO FilmPack offers a brief description and history of each of its 84 film simulations. Also, the Time Machine option groups DxO FilmPack 6’s 84 simulations by decade, complete with famous historical moments captured by the films of that time. I love it.
Photo Editing
First and foremost, DxO FilmPack 6 is a Film Simulation application. However, FilmPack 6 Elite does include some fundamental photo editing tools. For instance, you can crop and straighten your photo, adjust exposure and color, and flex tone curves.
Plus, you have access to a few Graphical Effects, such as frames, textures, and light leaks – all of which can be used for visual punch or to lean further into the ‘imperfect’ film aesthetic. Finally, you can apply various Optical effects such as Soft Focus, Blur, Color Filters, and Vignetting. And you get to save your best work as Presets.
Overall, DxO FilmPack 6 has enough functionality to convert a bland Raw file into a visual spectacle without the support of other photography software. But you still need a traditional photo editing application for more elaborate adjustments and selective editing.
Optical Corrections
DxO FilmPack 6 Elite, like many DxO products, corrects optical defects. Therefore, DxO FilmPack will sharpen, remove distortion, eliminate chromatic aberrations, and correct vignetting without you lifting a finger.
How much does DxO FilmPack Cost
DxO FilmPack Trial
Try DxO FilmPack free for 30 days. No payment or credit card is required.
DxO FilmPack 6 Samples
From subtle tones to visual spectacles, DxO FilmPack 6 has a film simulation to suit your every mood and photo. Here are five of them.
Rollei Retro 80s
Bonfils II
Lomography X-Pro Slide 200
Glass Plate
Fuji Sensia 100
Whats DxO FilmPack 6 like to us
DxO FilmPack 6 is straightforward and can be mastered in less than an hour. This is thanks to largely automated tools and an attractive, well-designed user interface.
Furthermore, DxO FilmPack 6 reacts to your manual adjustments in real time, while the delay between selecting a Film Simulation and seeing it on screen is usually less than a second. Overall, DxO FilmPack 6 is a delight to use.
DxO FilmPack Compared
DxO FilmPack 6 Elite vs DxO FilmPack 6 Essential
DxO FilmPack 6 Elite features more extensive editing features, DxO’s Optical Corrections, and the highly enjoyable yet unnecessary Time Machine feature. Therefore, DxO FilmPack 6 Elite is better specified, up until a point, to work independently of traditional photo editing software.
However, DxO FilmPack 6 Essential Edition still includes all 84 Film Simulations and their history. Thus, if you’re happy with your existing photo editor and are just looking for a way to convert your pre-edited photos to Fuji Velvia and company – the cheaper DxO FilmPack 6 Essential edition is entirely sufficient for your needs.
DxO FilmPack vs ON1 Effects
Like DxO FilmPack, ON1 Effects is loaded with one-click presets ranging from subtle adjustments to retina-burning visual effects. Furthermore, you can apply additional localized effects as effects layers.
However, ON1 Effects is not trying to imitate classic films. So if you’re looking to recreate classic film effects, DxO FilmPack is a more appropriate choice. Read ON1 Effects Review.
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Conclusion
DxO FilmPack 6 Elite is an easy-to-use, responsive film simulation application that produces glorious-looking photos. And thanks to the inclusion of some essential photo editing tools, effects, and DxO’s World-class optical correction, DxO FilmPack 6 Elite is a one-stop photo processing suite that, for some, could conceivably replace a traditional photo editing suite.
But what makes DxO FilmPack 6 especially endearing is its focus on Film Heritage. From descriptions of classic film stock to the historical moment-orientated Time Machine mode. Using DxO FIlmPack 6 Elite is both educational and inspiring.
The only downside is the price. This is not to say that DxO FilmPack 6 Elite is overpriced, but you can buy a full-blown photo editing suite for around the same money. Alternatively, you may prefer to save some money and buy DxO FilmPack 6 Essential instead. Should you do so, you’ll still get the full catalog of film simulations, but you’ll miss out on the Time Machine Feature and some manual adjustments.
But whichever edition of DxO FilmPack you choose, no other photo editor offers so much devotion to film and its history. Therefore, if you’re looking to blend digital convenience with film’s flawless imperfection, DxO FilmPack 6 is unmissable.
DxO FILMPACK 6
The look of Film. The Convenience of Digital.
BUY DXO FILMPACK
LIFETIME LICENSE
84 FILM SIMULATIONS
DxO OPTICAL CORRECTIONS
TRY DXO FILMPACK
30-DAY UNLIMITED TRIAL
NO CREDIT CARD IS REQUIRED
FREE TUTORIALS
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