Nik Software has released an update to its Silver Efex Pro plug-in software for Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 2.3 and higher.

 

April 9, 2009: Nik Software has released an update to its Silver Efex Pro plug-in software for Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 2.3 and higher.
Silver Efex Pro works seamlessly within Photoshop, Lightroom and Aperture, providing a comprehensive collection of 18 emulated black-and-white film types, along with a state-of-the-art grain engine that mimics the appearance of traditional silver halide processes to create black-and-white images from scanned or digital color photographs. New imaging algorithms protect against unwanted artifacts and Nik Software’s patented U Point technology provides easy-to-use tools for direct on-image control of tonality, contrast, and structure.
The update is available now as a free download to current owners of Silver Efex Pro. Silver Efex Pro installs as a plug-in for Lightroom 2.3, itself a free update from earlier versions and available for download at www.adobe.com/downloads/updates. Once installed, Silver Efex Pro is accessible via the Lightroom Photo>Edit Inø¢â‚¬ ¦ menu. Edits made using the plug-in within Lightroom are non-destructive in nature, with edits applied automatically to a newly generated TIFF file and not the original. It also takes advantage of Lightroom and its efficiencies for everyday tasks, like the ability to edit multiple images in one session, saving time and increasing productivity for photographers.
The suggested retail price of Silver Efex Pro is US$199.95. The fully compatible Silver Efex Pro product, offering support for Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom, and Apple Aperture, is available immediately for electronic delivery directly from Nik Software (www.niksoftware.com). Current owners of Silver Efex Pro may download a free update at www.niksoftware.com/lightroom.