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p.1 #1 · LumaPix Fotofusion any users?

Anyone use LumaPix Fotofusion? Is there any other software that is comparible to this?

Mar 19, 2009 at 02:05 PM

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p.1 #2 · LumaPix Fotofusion any users?

I want it, but don't have it yet.

Mar 19, 2009 at 02:20 PM

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p.1 #3 · LumaPix Fotofusion any users?

i have had this for years - love it..... if i can answer any questions, just ask.

Mar 19, 2009 at 02:50 PM

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p.1 #4 · LumaPix Fotofusion any users?

Me too. I love it. Amazing program and good customer service.

Mar 19, 2009 at 03:05 PM

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p.1 #5 · LumaPix Fotofusion any users?

Have it and love it. Almost limitless what can be done with it. Not very hard to master either.

Steve

Mar 19, 2009 at 03:24 PM

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p.1 #6 · LumaPix Fotofusion any users?

How does this software compare to InDesign? Has anyone used both?

Mar 19, 2009 at 03:33 PM

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p.1 #7 · LumaPix Fotofusion any users?

dsouzl wrote:
How does this software compare to InDesign? Has anyone used both?

I found that Adobe InDesign is a very "manual" process whereas Lumapix is almost automatic. LumaPix is very easy to use and can create some very nice designs in a matter of minutes.

Mar 19, 2009 at 03:45 PM

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p.1 #8 · LumaPix Fotofusion any users?

Thanks for the response! I think I'll download the trial and play with it. The big sticking point for me is that the license for Canadians is over $400 (CAD)! I already have InDesign....I'll need to decide if Fotofusion is $400 better!

Mar 19, 2009 at 03:52 PM

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p.1 #9 · LumaPix Fotofusion any users?

Fotofusion is easier to learn and produced output in JPG and other formats. Love it! It was the best investment for me.

Thank you,
Oleksandr.

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Mar 19, 2009 at 03:56 PM

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p.1 #10 · LumaPix Fotofusion any users?

Determine if you NEED all of the features of the premium version. You may be happy enough with the mid version. You can always upgrade for a few dollars more if you want more out of the program. I think the mid version serves the purpose of most users.

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Cordell
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Mar 19, 2009 at 04:01 PM

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p.1 #11 · LumaPix Fotofusion any users?

Thanks Cordell! It looks like the Extreme version has just a few things more than the Enhanced version.

For the Fotofusion users out there....which version are you using?!?

Mar 19, 2009 at 05:00 PM

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p.1 #12 · LumaPix Fotofusion any users?

I use EXTREME. It has a few features you will need, like batch exporting (you don't won't to output your pages one by one, do you?):

http://www.lumapix.com/web_about/about_product-comparison.shtml

Oleksandr.

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Mar 19, 2009 at 05:11 PM

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p.1 #13 · LumaPix Fotofusion any users?

For me the greatest benefit of the Extreme is the ability to export to layers. Other than that *I* could have done without the other features. I had to ask myself was the export to layers feature worth it; my answer was a resounding yes because it allowed me to do customized edits in PS.

...exporting to layers can be huge to some. Then again you can easily go back into Fotofusion and do edits.

In the past I've read about others who worry about the size limit in the Enhanced. I never found this to be an issue because I easily upsized the final layout to what I needed it to be. You couldn't even tell the difference.

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Mar 19, 2009 at 05:11 PM

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p.1 #14 · LumaPix Fotofusion any users?

Aw crap....looks like it's the Extreme version for me too! Batch export and Export to Layers sound invaluable....especially if I want to add swirly things and/or textures (ok..I could do this in PS using a flat JPG...but layers are sooooo much easier!).

Thanks for the info, guys!

Mar 19, 2009 at 05:21 PM

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p.1 #15 · LumaPix Fotofusion any users?

You can add swirly things (embellishments) and/or textures right in Fotofusion. I has a lot of free embellishments, plus you can buy more or create your own.

Mar 19, 2009 at 05:44 PM

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p.1 #16 · LumaPix Fotofusion any users?

ahavriluk wrote:
You can add swirly things (embellishments) and/or textures right in Fotofusion. I has a lot of free embellishments, plus you can buy more or create your own.

that sounds really cool

maybe some people can post examples of the excellent creative designs they have created in this program

Mar 19, 2009 at 07:21 PM

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p.1 #17 · LumaPix Fotofusion any users?

Fotofusion rocks. It's close to perfect for album design.

Mar 19, 2009 at 07:25 PM

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p.1 #18 · LumaPix Fotofusion any users?

I absolutely LOVE FF!

I wonder if all of us FF users would be willing to share some album templates. They are very easy to make, you can save any project as a template (it will ask if you want to remove photos, and that's it, you're done!).

Mar 19, 2009 at 07:54 PM

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p.1 #19 · LumaPix Fotofusion any users?

I know this company uses FF for their album designs. If you like it give them a call and they will help you.
They have some nice samples on this page:
http://wedoodledo.com/index.php/design/wedding/

Thank you,
Oleksandr.

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Mar 19, 2009 at 08:14 PM

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p.1 #20 · LumaPix Fotofusion any users?

Well I guess it is the Extreme for me as well. I would really like to see some examples of what the Extreme can do. Can you guys show me some?

Mar 20, 2009 at 01:38 AM

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