What's new in CyberLink PhotoDirector 15.0.0907.0

Sep 15, 2023
  • New Launcher. Kick-start your projects with new launcher shortcuts to directly access and try the latest AI tools and most used features.
  • Background Removal and Effects. Discover the added versatility of incorporating visual effects like blur, and explore an array of newly created, impactful background art designed to effortlessly replace mundane or uninspiring backgrounds in your visuals.
  • Background Music: Road Trip. As the wheels roll and the open road stretches ahead, the rhythmic melodies of upbeat tunes fill the car, adding an extra layer of excitement to the project.
  • Photo Background Templates. We’ve just released over 200 incredible background templates for any project. Get them now.
  • NEW Fonts. Add 30 new fonts to your collection.

New in CyberLink PhotoDirector 9.0.2115.0 (Sep 19, 2017)

  • Create Your Own GIFs:
  • Animated GIFs are a fun way to turn videos into short, creative images. They're perfect for sharing short clips on social media like Facebook, or can also be used on web pages and blogs to create more engaging content.
  • Total 360º Photo Editing:
  • PhotoDirector makes it easy to create spectacular images with photos taken using 360º cameras. It's a whole new perspective on movie photography.
  • More Blending Modes:
  • Blending layers offers amazing creative possibilities for combining multiple photos into a single breathtaking image in a way that is effortless.
  • Sharper Images. Better Clarity:
  • Strip away haze, fog and smog to reveal crisp, clear landscapes with the intuitive Dehaze slider. For a truly professional touch use the Defringe tool to get rid of distracting color fringes in your digital photography for a sharper look.

New in CyberLink PhotoDirector 8.0.2031.0 (Sep 14, 2016)

  • Simplified layer editing:
  • The layer editing design flow in PhotoDirector demystifies the process of creating stunning images using multiple images, text and mask layers.
  • More Blending Modes:
  • Blending layers offers amazing creative possibilities for combining multiple photos into a single breathtaking image in a way that is effortless.
  • Express Layer Templates UNIQUE:
  • Templates contain all the layer components that make up complex images. They're not only an easy way to put together stunning images, but also help to show how layers combine to produce photographic effects.
  • Content-Aware Removal:
  • Remove objects or people from photos simply by brushing over them. PhotoDirector instantly fills spaces using an intelligent algorithm that blends perfectly with the surrounding background.
  • Stunning photos from video:
  • Capture razor-sharp still images from your videos and use them to create panoramic vistas, perfect group photos or impressive multi-exposure images.
  • Capture Stills with Video-to-Photo:
  • Now you can take the perfect picture from your videos. With just a click you can capture a razor-sharp still image that you can use to create you own perfect panorama, group photo, multi-exposure image or layered image.
  • Create Multi-Exposure Images UNIQUE:
  • No need for complicated shutter speeds or exposure settings. PhotoDirector can make impressive multi-exposure images from your videos along with offering some great customization options.
  • Produce Panorama Shots UNIQUE:
  • Create breathtaking, wide-angle panoramas by stitching together a sequence of images from your videos. Select the stills you want to use from your video, then PhotoDirector will stitch them together for a flawless panoramic image.
  • Perfect Photos with Face Swap UNIQUE:
  • Finally, an easy way to get everyone's eyes open and smiling in photos. Simply take a video of the group then use Video-to-Photo Face Swap to instantly create a single, perfect photo.
  • Perfect portraits:
  • Easy-to-use retouching tools make pro-like enhancements of portraits, selfies, and group shots achievable for even complete beginners.
  • Face & Body Beautification:
  • The broad collection of easy-to-use touch-up tools in the new PhotoDirector make it easy to professionally remove imperfections from your portraits, selfies, and group shots.
  • Radiant Skin:
  • Make every face perfect with skin smoothening to remove wrinkles, blemish, shine, eye bags and red eye removal.
  • Face Retouching:
  • Take off extra pounds with an easy slider to reshape faces for a slimmer look. Enlarge the eyes too for added attraction.
  • Adjust Skin Tone:
  • Intelligently adjust skin tone in your portraits for the look you are after. Give your subjects healthier looking skin or a perfect tan in moments.
  • Body Reshaper Tool:
  • Unique Body Shaper tool lets you quickly apply adjustments to the body’s natural contours. Give your photo shoots a professional feel.
  • Filters, effects & blurs:
  • Get that unique look and feel you're after with PhotoDirector's unmatched library of photo adjustments.
  • Global & Regional Adjustment:
  • A full suite of tools that let you improve your whole image, or even touch-up a specific region for the perfect picture.
  • Bracket HDR:
  • Merge up to 5 bracketed shots into a single (HDR) photo with automatic alignment and ghost artifact removal.
  • RGB Curves:
  • Adjust individual RGB channels to correct tough white balance problems, or to create attractive cross processing effects.
  • Radial Filter:
  • Draw attention to the focal point of your image by applying adjustments only to that area of your photo.
  • Gradient Mask:
  • Using gradient masking techniques you can create miniature model "tilt-shift" effects for your photo.
  • Noise Reduction:
  • Make all your shots crisp and clear, no matter what time of day you shoot. Remove artifacts from shots taken at high ISO, or in low light conditions.
  • Calm:
  • Bright and Vivid
  • One-click Presets:
  • Choose from a range of photo presets including HDR and Lomo for quick, creative image adjustments.
  • 40+ Overlay Templates:
  • Experiment with an incredible assortment of overlays that will instantly give your photos an edge.
  • Color Splash:
  • Quickly add drama and focus to your images by turning them to black and white while retaining selected parts of the photo in color. A great way to draw the viewers eye and create memorable photos.
  • Motion Blur:
  • Give life to your photos by conveying movement. Add energy and focus.
  • Photography essentials
  • For the advanced photographers PhotoDirector offers extensive support for a vast selection of commercial camera lenses, bodies and RAW formats that streamlines the editing process.
  • More Lens Profiles:
  • PhotoDirector supports an ever-growing collection of more than 100 lens profiles that allows it to quickly and accurately fix common lens flaws like barrel distortion, vignetting and chromatic aberration.
  • More Raw Format Support:
  • PhotoDirector not only supports JPEG and TIF files, but also a broad range of popular and proprietary RAW file formats from the world’s leading digital camera manufacturers.
  • Color Grading for Videos:
  • Color grading is an essential tool for making impressions, telling stories, and evoking responses from your video viewers.
  • ColorDirector:
  • Color grading is essential for evoking responses from your video viewers. ColorDirector is pro-level color grading software packaged in an intuitive suite that makes it simple for anyone to master.

New in CyberLink PhotoDirector 7.0.6901.0 (Sep 17, 2015)

  • Enhanced Easy Editing and Adjustment Tools:
  • Noise Reduction
  • Lens Correction
  • RGB Curves
  • Enhanced Body & Face Beautification Tools:
  • Face Beautification Features
  • Adjust Skin Tone
  • Body Reshaper Tool

New in CyberLink PhotoDirector 5.0.4728.0 (Jan 17, 2014)

  • 64-bit operating system support for improved program performance.
  • New RAW and JPEG encoder for faster photo importing.
  • Group photos in stacks for easier sorting and browsing.
  • Create real HDR photos in Bracket HDR using multiple photos shot at different exposures.
  • Auto correct distorted photos using one of the available lens profiles.
  • Download and import lens profiles from DirectorZone for lens correction.
  • Adjust the color level in photos separately by selecting a specific RGB channel.
  • Change the tonal scale it photos more freely using the histogram curve or targeted adjustment tool.
  • Use Split Toning to produce creative photo effects or to add color to black and white photos.
  • Reduce image noise on photos using auto denoise and photo texture recovery.
  • Edit photos more quickly and seamlessly, without the need to export changes after each edit.
  • Produce slideshow video files, or upload them to YouTube, in 2K or 4K Ultra HD formats.

New in CyberLink PhotoDirector 4.0.3306 (Sep 19, 2012)

  • End-to-end Workflow Solution
  • Organize and retrieve photos even easier with new Face Recognition Technology
  • Transform your photos into masterpieces with powerful regional and global adjustment tools
  • Extensive photo presets, including NEW HDR effect
  • Bring out stunning photos with people beautifier and the new body shaper
  • Remove unwanted object with Content-Aware Removal
  • Share your photos on high-quality prints, web and create animated slideshows