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Digital compositor that can handle all 2D/2.5D needs for studios

About Natron

Natron is a powerful digital compositor that can handle all of your 2D/2.5D needs. Its robust OIIO file formats and OpenFX architecture is what make Natron the most flexible open source compositor for the visual effects community. Its interface and functionally are the same across all platforms such as MacOS, Linux and Windows. Natron has a powerful keying, roto/rotopaint, 2D tracking tools that are staple for all current film production project that requires visual effects. On the surface Natron has a powerful GUI interface that is a flexible and intuitive multi-platform node based engine. Natron may seem to be a simple compositing application but it does have layers of complexity that will allow your creativity to reach new heights. Natron has flexible Roto and Rotopaint tool-set that can generate unlimited layers of masks, mattes and shapes.

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Overall 5.0 / 5
ease 4.0 / 5
features 5.0 / 5
design 4.0 / 5
support 4.0 / 5
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Natron
Founded: 2014
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Platforms Supported
Windows
Mac
Linux
Training
Documentation
Support
Online

Natron Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What kinds of users and organization types does Natron work with?
Natron works with these users and organization types: Mid Size Business, Small Business, Enterprise, Freelance, Nonprofit, Government, and Startup.
Q: What languages does Natron support in their product?
Natron supports these languages: English.
Q: What kind of support options does Natron offer?
Natron offers support via online.
Q: What other applications or services does Natron integrate with?
Natron integrates with: Kamsa, Pop!_OS, Spark Cloud Studio, and Super Renders Farm.
Q: What type of training does Natron provide?
Natron provides training in the form of documentation.

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  • Nico S.
    Photographer
    Used the software for: Less than 6 months
    Frequency of Use: Weekly
    User Role: User
    Company Size: 1 - 25
    Design 4 out of 5 stars
    Ease 4 out of 5 stars
    Features 5 out of 5 stars
    Pricing 5 out of 5 stars
    Support 4 out of 5 stars
    Probability You Would Recommend? 10 out of 10

    "Very good video effects editor!"

    5 out of 5 stars Posted 2022-01-13

    Pros: Modular video editing with blending modes, lots of options en very high quality (HD, 4K). The rendering module does it's job very well!

    Cons: In the beginning it's not easy to learn how it works, but there are enough youtube video's to explain how the software works!

    Overall: If you want a good and free effects editor: Natron is your tool! It's a good free alternative for all the paid effects editors!

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