Photomatix Pro, as the name indicates is a free software program for Mac OS X and Microsoft Windows-based computer that enable users to make an HDR photo from multiple exposures by merging images with different exposures into a single final image that retains the highlights and shadows. What makes this particular application stand out is its ability to make multiple exposures look similar by using a blend of multiple light settings. You do not have to worry about a color clash, as the color palette of the program allows you to mix colors in your photos using any hue combination. And you don't need professional skills either to take advantage of this particular software. All you have to have is some computer know-how to manipulate the photo editing software programs in order to make your photos look natural and convincing.
The features that make up Photomatix Pro include a variety of photo enhancements. There is the basic retouching feature that gives the user the flexibility to remove red eye, sharpen photos, crop images, and apply other photo effects. There is also a special filter that will transform any boring looking scene into something that is very lively and vibrant. It is available for any kind of camera - digital SLR or the old-school film SLR. You can even use the retouch tool to make your photos look like they were taken on a beach, or you can even choose between black and white or sepia. Another neat feature of the software is the 'capture effect' which allows the user to choose the kind of background and other elements in your photos. This effect is also applied to your photos so you will never get the same look twice when using this software to create high quality pictures.
To download Photomatix, you just need to visit the official website of the company and download it straight from the download page. It's a very simple process as you will just need to enter the name of your computer on the online form and you will receive a download link to install the application. If you need some help, there are plenty of tutorials available online that will help you get started with this program.