You CAN Edit Photos in Resolve, But Should You?

Name: You CAN Edit Photos in Resolve, But Should You?
Uploaded: 2026-05-14T16:01:31.220Z

Added May 14, 2026

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For a lifetime subscription to Audiio's great music library for $199 (down from $499) go to and make sure to use offer code "petapixel199"! — When Blackmagic DaVinci Resolve 21 was announced, the headline feature was a very powerful new “Photos” tab that allowed editors to import, organize and edit RAW photos. Many headlines proclaimed that Lightroom and Capture One had new competition. But do they really? Jordan Drake spent some time with the beta, and he has some initial impressions. Read the review: — Sign up for a PetaPixel Membership and download full-resolution RAW and JPEG sample images here: Rental equipment provided by The Camera Store: PetaPixel exclusively uses Audio.com music in our YouTube show: Check out our PetaPixel Shirts at: — 0:00 - Intro 1:46 - History Lesson 2:45 - Photos Tab 4:09 - Export Limitations 5:21 - Color Tab 6:11 - Should You Switch?