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GIMP is a very powerful and flexible image editor that can be further extended through many free plugins. However, it isn't able to match Photoshop in several ways, including the lack of adjustment layers to make non-destructive edits to images and also the flexibility of layer styles. None-the-less, many users swear by GIMP and in the right hands, it can produce creative results that can match work produced by Photoshop. It is also worth noting that sometimes GIMP can offer tools not available elsewhere. For example, the gave GIMP users a powerful content aware fill tool long before such a feature appeared in Photoshop CS5.
All in all, we have to conclude that GIMP offers the best overall compromise. The fact that it is free means that absolutely anyone with an internet connection can use this image editor. While it isn't the most powerful or best-featured app, it is certainly near the top of the table. Despite that though, basic users can also use GIMP for simple jobs, without having to embark on the steep learning curve to make full use of every feature. Finally, with the ability to install plugins, it is possible that if GIMP doesn't do what you want it to, someone else may have already produced a plugin that will take care of it.
The Mac is still the best device for serious photo editing, so you need some serious photo editing apps to make an impact. The built-in Photos app on Mac offers several useful photo editing tools. You can crop, adjust lighting and color, set the white balance, add filters, remove unwanted blemishes, and a few more things. Mac Photo Editor will automatically amp up the brightness and contrast in your image at the touch of the Magic Enhance button. You can also change the settings manually to achieve the desired effect. See how the image adjustment works by dragging the slider under the picture.