HDRtist for PC

★ ★ ★ HDRtist Overview

What is HDRtist?

HDRtist is a Mac app that allows users to create true HDR images using its "Polaris" tone mapping engine. The app provides a simplistic interface that is easy to use. It also allows users to increase detail and definition in single photos. The app supports Metal or OpenGL for smooth display performance and uses an 8th Generation tone mapping engine "Polaris" to enhance details. The app also supports the Ohanaware HDR format, which allows users to save their HDR images and edit them later.

Software Features and Description

1. Get gorgeous detail rich true HDR images that are built & processed by our "Polaris" tone mapping engine, in the highest precision workflow available today, whilst being married to one of the most simplistic Mac app interfaces there is.

2. Even if you're not interested in HDR (High Dynamic Range) Photography; you can still use HDRtist to increase detail and definition in single photos.

3. • 128-Bit Unclamped precision workflow, processes images in the highest precision available today.

4. • Localized Contrast; to enhance detail in certain areas.

5. • Uses our 8th Generation tone mapping engine "Polaris" to enhance details.

6. • Incredible level of detail recovery from RAW images.

7. • Define your "Style" by creating custom 1-Click Styles.

8. • Local adjustments to improve, fix or style areas of an image.

9. • Split-View & Side-by-side view for comparing with the original image or medium exposure.

10. ## New in version 2.2 is the option to unlock even more potential from your HDRs using the full functionality of our HDRtist NX.

11. HDRtist NX was awarded a 2020 Xojo Design Award, for best consumer application.

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Download and install HDRtist on your computer

GET Compatible PC App

App	Download	Rating	Maker
HDRtist	Get App ↲	0 1	Ohanaware Co., Ltd

Or follow the guide below to use on PC:

Select Windows version:

Windows 10
Windows 11

Install HDRtist app on your Windows in 4 steps below:

Download an Android emulator for PC:
Get either Bluestacks or the Nox App >> . We recommend Bluestacks because you can easily find solutions online if you run into problems while using it. Download Bluestacks PC software Here >> .

Install the emulator:
On your computer, goto the Downloads folder » click to install Bluestacks.exe or Nox.exe » Accept the License Agreements » Follow the on-screen prompts to complete installation.

Using HDRtist on PC [Windows 10/ 11]:

Open the Emulator app you installed » goto its search bar and search "HDRtist"
The search will reveal the HDRtist app icon. Open, then click "Install".
Once HDRtist is downloaded inside the emulator, locate/click the "All apps" icon to access a page containing all your installed applications including HDRtist.
Now enjoy HDRtist on PC.

Download a Compatible APK for PC

Download	Developer	Rating	Current version
Get APK for PC →	Ohanaware Co., Ltd	1	2.2.4

Get HDRtist on Apple macOS

Download	Developer	Reviews	Rating
Get Free on Mac	Ohanaware Co., Ltd	0	1

Download on Android: Download Android

HDRtist functions

- Uses the "Polaris" tone mapping engine to enhance details

- 128-Bit Unclamped precision workflow for processing images in the highest precision available today

- Supports Metal or OpenGL for smooth display performance

- Interface optimization provides a gorgeous high-resolution preview area

- Window Sidebar and titlebar support Auto Hiding

- Split-View & Side-by-side view for comparing with the original image or medium exposure

- Use a set of exposures or a single image

- Ohanaware HDR format, allows users to save their HDR images and edit them later

- 90+ options for adjusting tonality, color & detail in HDRtist NX

- Local adjustments to improve, fix or style areas of an image

- Crop by ratio, size or freeform. Save custom ratios & sizes

- Meta Data Editing, set artist name, copyright, contact info

- Incredible level of detail recovery from RAW images

- Create HDR images from multiple JPGs or RAWs

- 40 1-Click Styles are a great way to get started with HDR

- 3 Different style sizes, and ability to mark your favorites

- Define your "Style" by creating custom 1-Click Styles

- Find inspiration for your next image with the included styles

- Use our localized defocus extra, to create a sense of depth

- White Balance enables localized color corrections

- Black & White (4 modes), brings out texture & shapes

- Localized Contrast; to enhance detail in certain areas.

✔ Pros:

- HDRtist is easy to download, install, and launch.

- HDRtist produces sharp and high-quality HDR images.

- HDRtist allows users to save images in various formats, including JPEG, for further editing in other software.

- HDRtist includes an "Align Photos" feature to correct for camera shake or movement.

- HDRtist is intuitive and easy to use, even for beginners.

- HDRtist can produce good results with both single and multiple photos.

☹ Cons:

- HDRtist may not have the advanced editing capabilities of more expensive software like Photomatix or Photoshop.

- HDRtist may not work as well with hand-held photos as with tripod-mounted photos.

Top Pcmac Reviews

This is a MUST HAVE!

By HighSierraShooter (Pcmac user)

I am a photographer and currently use Photomatix as my HDR program and Photoshop as my primary editing software. I downloaded this this app app just to see what it would do and I am amazed! It downloaded and installed in about a minute and launched perfectly. To create my first this app high dynamic range image, I dropped in a three exposure set of images, (-1EV, even and +1EV), that I have already used in Photomatix and within a few seconds I had an HDR image. The image was definately HDR and VERY sharp! Obviously this app does not have the editing capibilities of an expensive software like Photomatics but this app did allow me to save the image in various formats, (including JPEG), which will let the user edit the image further in any software INCLUDING iphoto for the budding photographers just starting out and learning the photo editing ropes. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND this app! And remember to have FUN!
Fantastic results

By graybell (Pcmac user)

This works really nice. You set your camera to do exposure bracketing, taking 3 photos at once, with under, over, and normal exposure. Then load the photos into HDRist. If you took your photos holding the camera in your hand, then you will probably notice the resulting combined image is all blurred. No Problem! Just hit the "Align Photos" button and HDRist aligns them for a nice sharp image (some more expensive applications do not include this essential feature). Now, all the resulting HDR image shows nice light and detail. Some alternative applications, including some in-camera effects, will produce a distinctly surreal and unpleasant final product. But HDRist produces very nice final product. There doesn't seem to be any controls to adjust the final image, but I'm pleased with the results without any adjustments.
In my opinion ...

By Red Shoe Laces (Pcmac user)

… as a semi-retired professional photographer, this application is all you’ll ever need for doing HDR work. I’ve tried others (including the”PRO” version by the same developer) and I have yet to run across a program that does a better job than this app. BTW, I always save the file as a TIFF rather than a JPEG. Then, I load the TIFF image as a layer (via PSE) on to the original “base” exposure. By adjusting the opacity of the new layer (via the slider), I can obtain the look I want: not too much, and not too little … just right. Bottom line – get this app; you won’t be disappointed. Best regards.
Pleasantly Surprised

By Sir Frosty (Pcmac user)

I have an HDR program but it only works on Microsoft Windows. this app is easier to use, very intuitive and produces excellent results. My first test was with a single photo, how this is accomplished is unknown, but it actually works! Working with a sample of three photos, deliberately taken to test my Windows program, produced as good or better results. These three were taken using a tripod so alignment went quickly. I have yet to try with hand held photos. Overall an amazing app. I am curious what the Pro version could do better.