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Nik HDR Pro - part 4 of 1 2 3 4

by Tom Lee Published

A Single Image Tonemap from the upper image: A single click preset using 'Vibrant Details and Colours

In Conclusion

Nik HDR Efex Pro is reasonably priced at around £130 and a good investment for increasing depth and creativity to any landscape or architectural image.

The only niggle I had was that tone mapping is done on a 'live' layer, so when choosing the single image tone mapping option, it does not create the resulting image on a new layer as with other Nik filters. I suggest that you copy the working layer first and then apply single image tone mapping from the Nik Control Panel.

The developers say that all their programs are a work in progress and this information has been passed back to them. When choosing a multiple capture HDR composite, the software is designed to work on a standalone image anyway and there is no need to create a separate working layer.

In creating images of this genre, it was easier and quicker to create HDR with Nik software than any others that I have tried. The interface is simplicity itself for novices with intuitive controls for the advanced worker. Great works of art can be created (used with care) in seconds and subtle but expansive tonal ranges are available in minutes.

Additional information, tutorials and trial downloads are available direct from the Nik Software site.

A Single Image Tonemap from the upper original: Using preset 'Postcard Paradise' from the Landscape group and adjustment of the Structure and Saturation sliders.

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