Zoner Photo Studio X for Windows

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Editors’ Review

Download.com staffOctober 24, 2019

Zoner Photo Studio 17 surpasses other premium photo and graphics suites with great functionality, plenty of features, and an intuitive layout.

Pros

Intuitive organization: Zoner Photo Studio's modular interface opens with the default Manager view, which places tabs at the top, as well as the Import, Viewer, Editor, and RAW modules.

Helper programs: You can designate a helper program for every file format Zoner Photo Studio handles.

Monitor calibration: A built-in monitor-calibration tool ensures accurate color rendering and shading.

Good stuff: Zoner Photo Studio has too many features and extras to list. Some standouts: Audio Notes, 3D and Panorama image capability, JPEG extraction from files, custom keywords, and geotagging (including GPS data from Google Earth).

Cons

Too different: Some users might find Zoner Photo Studio's way of doing things a bit too different for an easy transition.

Bottom Line

Zoner Photo Studio 17 stands out from competing photo and graphics editors in the $90 range, which serves both pros and skilled amateurs. Its useful extras and intuitive layout make it more than just another Photoshop clone.

Editors' note: This is a review of the full version of Zoner Photo Studio 17. The trial version is limited to 30 days.

What’s new in version 19.1909.2.193

This update fixes various problems.

Zoner Photo Studio X for Windows

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GENERAL

Release: October 24, 2019

Latest update: October 24, 2019

Version: 19.1909.2.193

OPERATING SYSTEMS

Platform: Windows

Operating System

Windows 10
Windows 8
Windows 7

Additional Requirements: None

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Total Downloads: 1,131,879

Downloads Last Week: 1

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User Reviews

3.6/5

53 User Votes

competition is good
Cube OverOctober 2, 2015
Pros
Low price, quick performance, great Import customization options, it is a Lightroom and Photoshop Elements in one package and one low price, supporting same RAW formats as Adobe.
Cons
Still no support for SIGMA X3F RAW that I need.
Summary
Without X3F RAW support I am stuck with Sigma Photo Pro for RAW processing. I mainly use Zoner for importing RAWs and minor edits, free license is great for that.<br /><br /><span class='notifyMsg'> Updated </span>on Oct 15, 2015<p/>I did not like version 18 at all. Aside from other things, you MUST have / create Zoner account in order to use it. Removed. Version 17 seems the best yet.
I uninstalled it the same night I installed it
Indie475March 4, 2015
Pros
I dunno ... I didn't keep the program
Cons
I hate photo editing and management programs that auto scan your computer for all your photo files. The first time you open the program it auto scans, takes forever and that is NOT what I want it to do. Why these programs can't open and then ASK if you want it to scan your computer is beyond me. Gonna keep looking for software that just loads and lets ME choose which photos to open or to store in the program.
Summary
I installed it and uninstalled it as soon as I saw that it was auto scanning my computer for photos without giving me the option to stop it.
It doesn't get better than this!!
SneedClemsonOctober 10, 2014
Pros
This product is very helpful
Cons
I can't think of one bad thing.
Summary
Excellent software, i have Pro Version 16 and FREE?
melen001May 16, 2014
Pros
What can i say, this a very powerful tool and after a few tries it's user friendly so it's easy to use. Has tons of features and options. Like the tabs that it supports....
Cons
I see that you have to pay to get he full version but i have the 16 Pro Version... i just don't remember what offer they had form the free license.... it's not Photoshop but it works fine....
Summary
Of course it's not Photoshop but it does a more than a decent job for the above average photographer... i'm happy with it and it's my go to editor.....
HIJACKs registry, default filetype and program settings
keglinedMarch 25, 2014
Pros
No monetary loss.
Cons
The difference between this claptrap and a virus is the Terms of Service Agreement. When you click the "I agree" required to install this program, you're allowing Zoner to change your default image settings, ignore repeated requests to stop automatically looking for updates, and basically turn your computer into an overpriced Zoner nag screen.
Summary
The advertised functions of this program are mediocre--a completely unremarkable image editor, and there are plenty of better alternatives--but the program's annoying hijacking and re-prioritizing of your default settings is obnoxious, to say the least. Ever had a piece of software so bad you find yourself wishing you could literally -- physically -- let its developers know how you feel? Yeah.... this is one of those POS programs.
All I need in one - excellent!!
JayN1975January 12, 2014
Pros
I've been using Zoner Photo Studio since version 12. The newest version 16 is exactly what I need. It follows my photo-workflow perfectly and helps me to get my photo archive organized and all pictures easy to find. Also the editor part is very powerful and exceeds my need. Really love the HDR stuff. RAW module could be a bit faster I'd say, but I don't care much about RAW files anymore since my camera produces perfect JPGs. The unlimited web-album Zonerama is a nice extra feature too.
Cons
A separate quick photo viewer could be nice. Don't need to open the whole program every time.
Summary
Probably the best free photo software ever. And if you decide to pay for the PRO version it is definitely worth every penny.
Appears to give good competition to Adobe
THCarlJanuary 4, 2014
Pros
Like the tabs and its easy way to shift from view to edit. Haven't used it much but it seems to be a keeper.
Cons
My only con to this point is the small font size used, even though it is necessary to get provide space sor all the commands.
Summary
Pretentious
bhima2December 19, 2013
Pros
Pretty, features are attractive, but you PAY for it.
Cons
This is an arrogant, pretentious and self-congratulating bit of software. It is hard to tell at first glance what the heck it really is. Maybe *some* advanced photographers will fall for its bait, but, frankly, I find that it has hijacked my .jpg and similar extensions and apparently blocked PSP8 from using them. The thumbnails are tiny - unreadable, and I am going to get rid of Zoner as soon as possible.
Summary
You want a headache ? Get enmeshed in Zoner.
SPECTACULAR PHOTO MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE
voyagergirl2013November 17, 2013
Pros
Social media uploader camera detector single image uploader
Cons
Hard to learn to use
Summary
Single site to handle all image management/editing
cpmjohnOctober 12, 2013
Pros
Really nice layout structure.
Cons
With the structure comes a learning period
Summary
Great low-cost replacement for Photoshop...and much easier to use than Picasa.

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By Zoner Software

Import, edit, and organize photos with variety of tools, filters, and effects.