darktable vs. Lightroom CC: eine gute Linux-Alternative?

darktable als Linux-Alternative zu Lightroom CC

Aktualisiert am 27. Oktober 2026

Unser Fazit

darktable is a solid replacement for Lightroom CC for photographers who want a free, open‑source, non‑destructive workflow on Linux. It covers RAW development, batch processing, metadata tagging, and color grading. The learning curve is steeper than Lightroom’s UI, but experienced users will appreciate the precise control and scriptability. It is best suited for hobbyists and professionals who need a Linux‑native tool and are comfortable with a more technical interface.

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Lizenz: GPL-3.0+
Preis: Kostenlos
Aktuelle Version: 5.6.2 (4. Oktober 2026)
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Virtual light table, showing a collection

Was gleich funktioniert

Non‑destructive RAW processing with a history stack
Large library management and cataloging
Metadata editing and tagging
Batch export options
Color grading and tone adjustment

Was anders ist

No cloud sync or online backup like Lightroom CC
No built‑in subscription pricing model or Adobe Creative Cloud integration
Limited third‑party plugin ecosystem compared to Lightroom
No native mobile app for Lightroom CC
Tethering support is present but less polished than Lightroom’s camera tethering

Ihre Lightroom CC-Dateien öffnen

darktable cannot open Lightroom CC catalog files (.lrcat) or XMP sidecar files directly. You must export images from Lightroom CC in RAW or DNG format, then import them into darktable. For metadata preservation, export XMP sidecar files from Lightroom and place them next to the RAW files before importing.

Von Lightroom CC zu darktable wechseln – Schritt für Schritt

Export your Lightroom CC catalog to RAW/DNG files with XMP sidecars
Copy the exported files to a folder on your Linux machine
Launch darktable and use the Import function to add the folder to the database
Adjust any missing metadata or tags manually in darktable
Export the processed images to the desired format

Wichtige Funktionen von darktable

Nicht destruktive Bearbeitung mit einem Verlaufsstapel
Lighttable- und Darkroom-Modi
Rohdatenverarbeitung mit hoher Präzision
Geotagging-Kartenansicht
Tethering-Unterstützung
Druck- und Diashow-Modi
Erweiterbar über Python-Skripte

darktable unter Linux installieren

Flatpak (Flathub)flatpak install flathub org.darktable.Darktable

Ubuntu / Mintsudo apt install darktable

Debiansudo apt install darktable

Fedorasudo dnf install darktable

Arch / Manjarosudo pacman -S darktable

openSUSEsudo zypper install darktable

Häufige Fragen

Can I use darktable to edit Lightroom CC presets?

No, darktable does not read Lightroom CC presets. You would need to re‑create the adjustments manually or use a compatible preset format if available.

Is darktable suitable for professional studio workflows?

Yes, darktable’s high‑precision RAW processing, tethering, and scriptability make it suitable for studio work, though the interface may require adaptation.

Does darktable support cloud storage?

darktable itself does not provide cloud sync; you can use external services like Nextcloud or Dropbox to store your library, but integration is manual.