Capture One vs Pat Kay Presets

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.

Pat Kay Presets are downloadable Adobe Lightroom settings that apply editing looks to photos in one click. The packs cover Landscape, Portrait, Urban, Street, and Film styles; The Complete Collection combines all five and contains 56 presets. Individual packs cost $39 as a one-time purchase purchase, while The Complete Collection costs $99, paid once purchase. The presets use XMP format and work with Lightroom version 7 onward, including Lightroom and Lightroom Classic on desktop, tablet, and mobile devices that can load the app. They are not backward compatible with older versions that use Lrtemplate. Each pack is an instant download and comes with a PDF installation guide for desktop or mobile. The Complete Collection also includes 27 mobile wallpapers by Pat Kay. Kay says these presets are part of his own workflow for saving time and creating his signature looks. The product is aimed at people who enjoy his photo style and want to use that look or learn his techniques. The product page displays a 4.9-star rating and more than 500 reviews; Kay is based in Sydney and Tokyo.