I have pointed out more than once about the defects of ACR in converting the
color test chart and grey blocks (green values reduced in shadow), I
wouldn't repeat it again. If you are happy with the result that is perfectly
fine.
Just like some people are happy with a $300 LCD monitor and some say only
the ones above $3000 work:
http://www.shootsmarter.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=165&acat=16
C.H.Ling
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From: "Moose" <olymoose@xxxxxxxxx>
> On 6/10/2010 7:20 PM, C.H.Ling wrote:
>> That's exactly what I found, both Olympus and Canon DPP render more
>> pleasing/accurate color than ACR. For an image, color is the key not the
>> process, I don't mind the poor interface or what, only the results count.
>
> I agree that it's the results that count. But I don't have the same
> experience you do.
>
> I did get my free copy of Capture One, so I did a simple comparison.
> <http://www.moosemystic.net/Gallery/tech/Process/RAW_Convert/Raw_conv_MG_0021.htm>
>
> No sharpening for web, nothing done but RAW conversion. I also turned on
> JPEG output, and the in-camera generated JPEG is indistinguishable from
> the DPP default, which is just as it should be.
>
> It was early afternoon of a sunny day, but the marine layer hadn't gone
> far offshore, so there was a lot of moisture in the air. I had just been
> there, and I've been to that location many times, so I have an idea what
> the color should look like.
>
> Canon's default isn't at all bad, but I would say the two ACR
> conversions are the closest to correct for my eye. If I process this for
> real, it will probably be somewhere between the two ACR WBs.
>
> The Capture One default looks to me too flat or dull, primarily a matter
> of low saturation, I think. CO has camera profiles, and this is their 5D
> default. I wasn't much impressed.
>
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