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Capture One

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Spec score 8.0 #8 of 35 in Photo Preset Libraries

What it is

Capture One is professional photo editing software for desktop, iPad and iPhone. It supports RAW files from more than 550 cameras and provides RAW conversion, tethering, layers, masking, batch editing and other editing controls. Tools include face retouching, cropping, keystone correction, dust removal and background replacement. Plans cover individual desktop work, mobile editing, collaboration and high-volume production. Collaboration can operate online, offline, over a local network or in real time; Live Share supports sessions, collections, feedback and notifications. Studio adds collaboration, automation, asset management, multiple viewer screens, automated cropping and automatic backup. All in One combines desktop and mobile apps with online collaboration, cloud shared settings and priority support. A one-time Pro License is available for desktop software, and subscribers for five years receive it at no extra cost. A seven-day trial requires no commitment, and subscriptions can be canceled anytime without fees. Capture One was founded in 1994 and is headquartered in Copenhagen.

Spec sheet

Free plan
NoRead 20 Sep 2026 · support.captureone.com
Headquarters
Copenhagen, DenmarkRead 23 Sep 2026 · captureone.com
Founded
1994Read 23 Sep 2026 · captureone.com
AI retouching
YesRead 20 Sep 2026 · support.captureone.com
Batch editing
YesRead 20 Sep 2026 · support.captureone.com
Camera support
Capture One supports more than 550 cameras.Read 28 Sep 2026 · captureone.com
Cancellation policy
Subscriptions can be canceled anytime without fees.Read 28 Sep 2026 · captureone.com
Cloud sync
YesRead 20 Sep 2026 · support.captureone.com
Collaboration tools
Plans include online, offline, local network, and real-time collaboration features.Read 28 Sep 2026 · captureone.com
Company identity
Capture One is a professional photo editing software company.Read 28 Sep 2026 · captureone.com
Content Credentials
The All in One plan includes Content Credentials.Read 28 Sep 2026 · captureone.com
Desktop platform
Capture One offers desktop software with advanced editing tools.Read 28 Sep 2026 · captureone.com
Editing features
Editing tools include masking, face retouching, crop, keystone, dust removal, and background replacement.Read 28 Sep 2026 · captureone.com
Free trial
A free trial is available with no commitment.Read 28 Sep 2026 · captureone.com
Layer editing
YesRead 20 Sep 2026 · support.captureone.com
Loyalty reward
Subscribers for five years receive the perpetual license at no extra cost.Read 28 Sep 2026 · captureone.com
Masking tools
YesRead 20 Sep 2026 · support.captureone.com
Mobile platform
The mobile app is available on iPad and iPhone.Read 28 Sep 2026 · captureone.com
Perpetual license
A one-time Pro License is available for desktop software.Read 28 Sep 2026 · captureone.com
Platform
multi-platformRead 20 Sep 2026 · support.captureone.com
RAW conversion
The software provides outstanding RAW conversion.Read 28 Sep 2026 · captureone.com
RAW photo support
YesRead 20 Sep 2026 · support.captureone.com
Sharing features
Live Share supports online sharing, feedback, sessions, collections, and notifications.Read 28 Sep 2026 · captureone.com
Studio workflows
Studio includes collaboration, automation, asset management, and priority support.Read 28 Sep 2026 · captureone.com
Support options
Capture One offers priority support for Studio and All in One users plus a help center.Read 28 Sep 2026 · captureone.com
Tethering tools
Capture One provides industry-leading tethering and camera controls.Read 28 Sep 2026 · captureone.com

Plans and prices

Pro Subscription Price not published Desktop software · RAW conversion · Tethering · Advanced desktop editing tools Read 20 Sep 2026 · captureone.com
All in One Subscription Price not published Desktop and mobile apps · Online collaboration tools · Cloud shared settings · Priority support Read 20 Sep 2026 · captureone.com
Studio Subscription Price not published High-volume production workflows · Offline collaboration · Multiple viewer screens · Automated cropping · Automatic backup Read 20 Sep 2026 · captureone.com
Mobile Subscription Price not published iPad and iPhone editing · RAW conversion · Tethering · Support for 550+ cameras Mobile app subscription for iPad and iPhone. Read 28 Sep 2026 · captureone.com
Pro License Price not published Desktop software · Top editing tools · RAW conversion · Tethering For photographers who do not depend on newest updates or hardware support. Read 28 Sep 2026 · captureone.com
All in One Subscription Annual Price not published Includes Pro features, mobile access, collaboration, and cloud settings. Read 28 Sep 2026 · captureone.com
All in One Subscription Monthly Price not published Includes Pro features, mobile access, collaboration, and cloud settings. Read 28 Sep 2026 · captureone.com
Pro Subscription Annual Price not published Desktop software for individuals. Read 28 Sep 2026 · captureone.com
Pro Subscription Monthly Price not published Desktop software for individuals. Read 28 Sep 2026 · captureone.com
Studio Subscription Annual Price not published For high-volume, client-facing production. Read 28 Sep 2026 · captureone.com
Studio Subscription Monthly Price not published For high-volume, client-facing production. Read 28 Sep 2026 · captureone.com

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Strong points and limits

Strong points

  • Supports RAW files from over 550 cameras
  • Desktop, iPad and iPhone apps
  • Layers, masking and batch editing
  • Online and offline collaboration options
  • Seven-day trial without commitment

Limits

  • No free plan is available
  • Some features depend on subscription tier
  • Mobile app is limited to iPad and iPhone

Who it suits

It suits photographers needing RAW editing, tethering and masking across desktop or Apple mobile devices. Studio is aimed at high-volume, client-facing production workflows.

Verdict

Capture One offers a wide editing toolkit with camera support, tethering and collaboration across desktop and Apple mobile devices. Choose among Pro, All in One, Studio or a perpetual license based on workflow needs.

Where Specifiction places it

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