MS Digital Suite or Photoshop Elements?

[Eija]

I just got a Canon Rebel XT for Christmas and need some software. The software that the camera came with is not adequate. I was looking at either Photoshop Elements 4.0 or Microsoft Digital Image Suite 2006. In Amazon.com, Elements didn't get very reviews from users. I don't have money for the Adode photosop and really don't need anything that complicated. Any recommendations on either? They cost about the same.
Eija

[swmdrayfan]

I just got a Canon Rebel XT for Christmas and need some software. The software that the camera came with is not adequate. I was looking at either Photoshop Elements 4.0 or Microsoft Digital Image Suite 2006. In Amazon.com, Elements didn't get very reviews from users. I don't have money for the Adode photosop and really don't need anything that complicated. Any recommendations on either? They cost about the same.
Eija

Eija, I have DIP 9 and was looking to upgrade to either the DIP Suite or PSE myself. Hadn't heard about unfavorable reviews for PSE, but I can tell you DIP 9 works great for me, although the Suite probably has more features. I find it easy to use. Hope this helps.
John

[Michael Fanelli]

I just got a Canon Rebel XT for Christmas and need some software. The software that the camera came with is not adequate. I was looking at either Photoshop Elements 4.0 or Microsoft Digital Image Suite 2006. In Amazon.com, Elements didn't get very reviews from users. I don't have money for the Adode photosop and really don't need anything that complicated. Any recommendations on either? They cost about the same.
Eija

Also take a look at Picture Window from Digital Light and Color. This is an application designed specifically for photographers. I use it and like it. Same price as Elements. The only reviews here are from the very early versions from many years ago.

http://www.dl-c.com

[masdog]

Eija,

If those are your two choices, go with Photoshop elements. It is a stripped down version of the industry leading software.