Show HN: Fast, Lightroom-compatible RAW photo editor for Linux and macOS

Category: other

Tags: raw-processing, photo-editing, gpu-acceleration, lightroom-alternative, rust

Score: 7.5/10 (Innovation: 7, Technical: 8, Documentation: 8, Utility: 7)

RAWmakase is a fast, non-destructive RAW photo editor written in Rust, offering Lightroom-style controls and Lightroom catalog import for Linux, macOS, and Windows. It stands out for its GPU-accelerated previews, broad format support, and extensibility via MIDI and MCP, making it a compelling open-source alternative to commercial tools.

Target audience: photographers, Linux desktop users, open-source enthusiasts

Repository: https://github.com/pch/rawmakase · Rust · MIT · 1249 stars

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