I'd guess that would focus suggestions better than simply comparing Linux software with high-end professional Windows software. I'd suggest you describe your cameras, your hobby or professional commitments, history of file and image management, and your normal workflow. The ability to edit and manage larger photos with Smart Previews is a key advantage of Lightroom vs Darktable, with the ability to generate ‘smaller versions’ or RAW files that are much faster to load and handle.

If a user has deeply invested in LR file management for thousands of image files, and routinely spends hours reviewing, star-rating and processing - that is different from somebody who just fell into Adobe with simple needs because they're popular. Many Windows users got 'into' LR or PS because of their popularity, without actually using very many features, and for some the image management side of the software is more important than the deep sophistication of editing. There would be more debate / preferences regarding RAW still image management and editing. Most Linux users would say for Photoshop, the nearest equivalent is GIMP (with a plugin for RAW, e.g.

Thank you for your replies I feel so welcomedĪdobe Lightroom is a powerful manager for RAW stills, and Photoshop an even more powerful image file processor. Is there any alternatives for adobe lightroom and adobe photoshop?

Lightzone vs darktable