Corel PhotoImpact x3
What does Corel PhotoImpact x3 do?
Possible uses of this Corel program include collages, comic strips, calendars, greeting cards, etc. Some of the features that make those projects possible include:
- SmartCurves – without running the risks of overexposing the highlights you can automatically make details in dark areas visible.
- Auto White Balance Control – make your images look more natural by easily editing the image colors.
- Reduce Noise – automatically clean up digital artifacts in photos. This can be especially useful for improving cell phone pictures.
- Rule of Thirds Crop – make a grid show up that follows the rule of thirds to create more dynamic images.
- Golden Ratio Crop – this cropping tool can help you create proportions that are aesthetically pleasing.
- Powerful Photo Retouching – Using advanced darkroom tools outside of the darkroom can be extremely helpful to creating more clearly defined images.
- RAW Image Files Supported – The extended amount of features available allows you better support of these types of images.
Our Findings
Due to the fact that this Corel PhotoImpact X3 software comes with so many different options, it can very well keep you exploring and experimenting for hours upon hours before you truly get the hang of it. With so many different options to combine, the final project you can produce is basically unpredictable.
The in-program guide gives you step-by-step instructions on how to complete certain functions, like basic and advanced photo editing, web page, video, and DVD menu tasks. This makes it easier to use for those who have less experience with these types of photo editing programs.
Our testers also noted that the software’s different filters offer the ability to drastically improve photo quality. Once you work with the program and get to understand it a little bit better, you can be well on your way to making some incredible personal and professional designs with this software.
Key Features
- Advanced photo editing tools
- Offers some video editing tools
- Free trial available
- Customer service availability
Needs Improvement
- Lengthy installation process
- The layout can be confusing
User Skill/Experience Required
This is a very advanced program that may take some time to get used to. If you’re not too familiar with photo editing programs but are interested in this product, there may be a free trial available before purchasing the full version.
Pricing & Where To Buy Corel PhotoImpact x3
PhotoImpact x3 costs $29.99. To purchase or learn more, visit Corel’s official website here.
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For only $29.99 this is definitely best graphic program out there. I used it to create graphics for my fitness website and for other graphic projects. It’s also been great for editing family photos as well.
It’s pretty easy to learn if you are not afraid of clicking buttons just to see what they do.If you can’t afford the big time photo editing softwares, this is definitely the next best thing. SO easy to use.