Nik Collection by DxO 8.2.2 is the latest Windows edition of this award-winning photo editing plugin suite, released in 2025. This update boosts overall stability, adds performance enhancements across all plugins, and introduces a free bonus choice of DxO PhotoLab 8 Essential or ViewPoint 5 with each purchase perfect for creative professionals seeking seamless, high precision adjustments.

Pro-Level Creative Filters & Custom Masking

• Standalone suite + plugins for Photoshop, Lightroom, PhotoLab, Elements, Affinity.
• New Photoshop panel: customizable, dockable workflow with Smart Object & layer.
• Cross-plugin masking: import Photoshop masks and transfer local edits between tools.
• Color Masks in Nik Color Efex and improved UI in Silver Efex with B&W-to-color preview.
• Faster UI: 30% quicker plugin launch and streamlined Quick Export to JPEG/TIFF.

What’s New in 8.2.2

• Performance & stability improvements across all plugins.
• New B&W–to–color compare toggle in Silver Efex.
• Bonus app bundle: free DxO PhotoLab 8 Essential or ViewPoint 5 until 2025.

Installation Guide & FAQs

Need help installing, activating as standalone/plugins, or using cross-plugin masks? Visit our Installation Guide & Frequently Asked Questions, tailored for Windows creators.

Official Windows System Requirements

• OS: Windows 10 22H2 or Windows 11 22H2 (64‑bit).
• CPU: Intel® Core™ or AMD Ryzen™ with 4 cores (8 cores recommended).
• RAM: 8 GB minimum (16 GB+ recommended).
• Disk Space: ≥ 10 GB free.
• Display: 1280×768 minimum (1920×1080+ recommended).
• Host apps: Photoshop 2024/2025, Lightroom Classic 2024/2025, DxO PhotoLab 7/8, Photoshop Elements 2024/2025, Affinity 1.8+.

Build Highlights

Software: Nik Collection 8.2.2
Type: Windows Installer (Silent RePack)
Status: Official & Tested
Size: ~1.35 GB installer