Best Software for Image Quality: Adobe vs Capture One vs Phocus

Which RAW Image editor gives the best results? Has the best workflow? Hasselblad Setup Guide: https://learn.mattgranger.com/courses... If you shoot portraits - check out Reblum V1.5 - it's fantastic: https://geni.us/reblumv15 Sample Files: https://learn.mattgranger.com/courses... Capture One now has (limited) support for Hasselblad cameras - FINALLY! In this video I talk you through the practical realities and limitations, and show you how Lightroom, Phocus and Capture One compare side by side. Join us Behind the scenes at Patreon UNCUT: https://geni.us/Patreonuncut Software Shown: Capture One: https://geni.us/Captureone Lightroom: https://geni.us/Adobelightroom Phocus: https://geni.us/HBphocus Discover the best photo editing software for professional photographers in 2026. In this video, I compare Capture One Hasselblad support, Adobe Lightroom Classic, and Phocus to see which delivers the strongest workflow, usability, and image quality. We’ll look at how Capture One’s expanded Hasselblad compatibility changes the game, why Adobe’s ecosystem still matters, and where Phocus excels for colour rendering and archives. Whether you’re focused on studio workflow, landscape editing, or commercial production, this deep dive shows the strengths and limitations of each platform. 👉 Topics covered: Capture One Hasselblad Update — workflow & image quality compared Adobe Lightroom Classic — ecosystem advantages & usability Phocus — HNCS colour science & Hasselblad archives Best photo editing software for workflow efficiency Best photo editing software for image quality results If you’re deciding between Capture One, Adobe, or Phocus, this video will help you understand which editor fits your photography style and workflow best. PRIVACY and DISCLOSURE: Matt Granger is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to amazon.com Matt Granger is a participant in the B&H Photo Video affiliate program that provides an advertising commission if you purchase through our links. If you purchase something from our affiliate links will get a small commission with no extra cost to you. You can read my complete Ethics and Conduct statement: http://mattgranger.com/ethics TIMELINE 00:00 Welcome 00:28 Reality Check 00:55 Camera Setup 01:48 Image Comparison 03:00 Portrait Retouching 04:10 Capture One Strengths 05:03 COLOR 06:20 Phocus Advantages 07:00 3FR vs FFF 08:11 Capture One FFF 10:30 Incomplete 12:50 UPGRADE?