Updates and Features

Luminist 1.1.5 (9/28/2026)

  • This update focuses mostly on RAW photo editing. RAW exposure now behaves much better, with a wider usable range and improved rendering compared to the previous App Store version.

  • Luminist is a clean, single-window photo editor for Mac. You can edit JPG, PNG, and RAW photos, use Gallery browsing, presets, color controls, crop and rotate tools, layers, local project files, and export finished images.

  • There’s no subscription. Luminist Pro is a one-time optional purchase that unlocks Pro features.

  • This version is built for Apple silicon Macs.

Luminist 1.1.4 (4-21-2026)

  • Improved RAW photo compatibility

  • Improved RAW preview quality in Gallery and editing view

  • Improved image detail when editing and exporting RAW photos

  • Bug fixes and stability improvements

Luminist 1.1.2 (4-10-2026)

  • Improved JPG photo import speed

  • Gallery added for sorting and reviewing images

Luminist 1.1.1 (3-28-2026)

  • Added RAW photo support – DNG, CR2, CR3, NEF, ARW, RAF

  • Improved editing and export workflow

  • Minor UI cleanup

Luminist 1.0.9 (3-24-2026)

  • Adds pro support through the App Store – purchase pro version option and restore purchase available through App Store one-time fee (optional.)

Luminist 1.0.8 (3-19-2026)

  • Added a new File menu for opening files and projects

  • Added a new Geometry tool tray

  • Improved crop controls with Close, Reset, and Apply actions

  • Improved workflow and top-bar organization

Luminist 1.0.7 (3-10-2026)

  • Fixed layer brush Undo, Redo, and History so brush strokes are tracked correctly one step at a time

Luminist 1.0.6 (3-1-2026)

Contact Us with any questions or feature suggestions.