After Adobe completely changed its marketing from stand-alone programs/suites to subscription-based plans, Lightroom CC joins the team. Which version is better for your business? I find the best way to answer this is to use my experience with Lightroom in the past and make the jump to CC.

Lightroom CC does bring up some interesting compatibility issues with previous versions of Lightroom. This is a common case for individuals still using Lightroom 4 and purchasing the latest cameras and lenses. I would know, because I bought a Nikon d750 before Lightroom 5.7 and Camera Raw 8.7 launched. The last thing you want to do is buy a new camera and have to convert RAW files to DNG because Camera Raw either hasn’t or won’t upgrade to a newer version. The question is, should you upgrade based on these improvements? Yes, you should. What do these upgrades mean for your workflow? With the integration of Lightroom and the Creative Cloud app, you gain the flexibility of using mobile devices that sync with your desktop. The upgrades, some useful and some not so much, include increased performance, Photo Merge software, facial recognition sorting and advanced video slideshow. Adobe Lightroom 6 and Creative Cloud were released just a few weeks ago after a long wait for some welcome upgrades. Shutter Magazine is the industry’s leading professional photography magazine. Launch the June issue of the magazine by logging in or signing up for a free account by clicking here. Want more information on this article? Get access to video content and additional supporting images.

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