Photoshop CS2 is it worth it

GraphyFotozGraphyFotoz Registered Users Posts: 2,267 Major grins
edited August 22, 2005 in Finishing School
Question has probably been asked before and I missed it.....

Is it worth the upgrade from CS? :dunno
Do CS Plug-In's work with it? :scratch

Gimme the Pro's and Con's if you guys would please. :):
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  • marlofmarlof Registered Users Posts: 1,833 Major grins
    edited August 21, 2005
    I went from CS to CS2. The main reasons were Bridge (I like the way it works, but not everybody does), the new Adode Raw Converter, High Dynamic Range functionality, and quite a few enhancements to exisiting tools. I haven't found any con, except the upgrade price. And all of my previous plugins still work.
    enjoy being here while getting there
  • NikolaiNikolai Registered Users Posts: 19,035 Major grins
    edited August 21, 2005
    It's like...
    Karz wrote:
    Question has probably been asked before and I missed it.....

    Is it worth the upgrade from CS? ne_nau.gif
    Do CS Plug-In's work with it? headscratch.gif

    Gimme the Pro's and Con's if you guys would please. :):
    ...going from 10D to 20D...:):
    A lots of pros. The only con I can think of is that you need to pay againne_nau.gif

    HTH
    "May the f/stop be with you!"
  • colourboxcolourbox Registered Users Posts: 2,095 Major grins
    edited August 21, 2005
    I've heard some say there's nothing new in CS2, and other raving about its value. The line seems to be drawn along how you use it. Do you think of yourself as a pro Photoshopper who gets into all the advanced features, or do you use the more basic controls? The pros are the ones who love CS2, and the light users don't see the point in paying the price. For example, much of the improvement in Adobe Bridge and Camera Raw is lost on those don't shoot in Raw.

    This is my list of favorite upgrade features. If you can relate to these, you'll probably think it's worth it.

    Pros
    • Beefed-up and more logical Camera Raw editor
    • MUCH improved batch Raw processing through Adobe Bridge
    • Lens Distortion un-distorter (removes barrel distortion, etc.)
    • Reduce Noise de-noiser
    • Select multiple layers at once
    • Vanishing Point for editing images in perspective
    • Smart Objects
    • Image warp envelopes
    • Spot Healing brush
    • Smart Sharpen (big improvement over Unsharp Mask)

    Cons:
    • Product activation added to the Mac (was already in Windows)
    • Printing dialog color management terms were changed although the functions are the same
    • Many are put off by the changes in layer linking, even though it really truly works better now

    For me, measured by savings in hourly labor, the upgrade pays for itself before you even get to the end of the new feature list.
  • KhaosKhaos Registered Users Posts: 2,435 Major grins
    edited August 21, 2005
    In reading this, the batch option for RAW and maybe the spot healing brush are the only bonuses for me. I already purchased Noise Ninja for the improved noise reduction and PK sharpener (which I recommend for anyone) for much better sharpening. So it looks like I'll pass.
  • GraphyFotozGraphyFotoz Registered Users Posts: 2,267 Major grins
    edited August 21, 2005
    Thanx Guys
    I've been playing around with it and I agree with CB.
    Takes a little bit to learn the new goodies but looks to be worth it.
    Many things I had as plug-in's in CS (some a PITA to use)are now part of CS2 and very user friendly.

    I used PaintShop Pro for years but the more I play with PhotoShop the more I wanna delete the ole PSP! :D
    Canon 60D | Nikon Cooloix P7700
    Manfrotto Mono | Bag- LowePro Slingshot 100AW

    http://www.graphyfotoz.smugmug.com/
  • GraphyFotozGraphyFotoz Registered Users Posts: 2,267 Major grins
    edited August 21, 2005
    Well........
    I'm sure it isn't for everyone. All depends on what you use it for.
    Khaos wrote:
    In reading this, the batch option for RAW and maybe the spot healing brush are the only bonuses for me. I already purchased Noise Ninja for the improved noise reduction and PK sharpener (which I recommend for anyone) for much better sharpening. So it looks like I'll pass.
    Canon 60D | Nikon Cooloix P7700
    Manfrotto Mono | Bag- LowePro Slingshot 100AW

    http://www.graphyfotoz.smugmug.com/
  • USAIRUSAIR Registered Users Posts: 2,646 Major grins
    edited August 22, 2005
    15524779-Ti.gif with evething said above.
    I have had CS2 upgrade for three days and what I see so far is sweet
    Love the smart objects,vanishing point,raw editor and the bridge (but I love bridges ):D
    And you get a good training CD which helps with new features
    Is it worth it well so far I think so thumb.gif

    I do have a question can I uninstall other versions of photoshop?

    Like ps7....I know I must keep CS
    I am in need of some hd space :D

    Thanks
    Fred
    http://www.riverbendphotos.com/
    http://www.facebook.com/Riverbendphotos
  • david_hdavid_h Registered Users Posts: 463 Major grins
    edited August 22, 2005
    For someone upgrading from PS7 I think it's worth it, for upgrade from CS not so sure.

    In my case, I beefed up my Raw processing by adding Bibble, which I believe to be a better option than the Adobe Raw converter.

    I tried CS2 and found the new filebrowser to be painfully slow on my elderly Thinkpad. The browsers in both Bibble and RSE are much much faster.

    At some point I'm sure I'll upgrade from CS, but I'm in no hurry to do so.
    ____________
    Cheers!
    David
    www.uniqueday.com
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