DaVinci Resolve adds new photo editing tools to take on Lightroom and Photoshop

Blackmagic Design released DaVinci Resolve 21 with new photo editing capabilities including AI-powered search, RAW file support from major camera makers (Sony, Nikon, Canon, Fujifilm), and professional editing tools traditionally found in Lightroom and Photoshop. The software now supports photo organization, multi-user Blackmagic Cloud collaboration, GPU-accelerated batch exports, and tethered camera control. The free beta positions Resolve as a cheaper alternative to Adobe's premium ecosystem across macOS, Windows, and Linux.