The OP seems to be implying that the decision between P8 versus Pro2010 is partly motivated by the library. I don't understand that, because the library is the same in both. The only difference is that in the 64-bit version the library is its own application and cannot be docked. But the OP started by saying no 64-bit willl be used. So - the library is not a factor in choosing between the two - P8 vs. Pro2010. It's exactly the same.

In both I am making improvements. Ultimately SM will make a decision about whether to port these improvements into P8 and/or Pro2010. I believe that P8 is done for service releases, but I'm not sure, and certainly I'm not a spokeman so don't take that for gospel. All I'm saying is that Pro 2010 has had only 1 SR to date, while P8 has had 3. Consider the possibility that SRs (improvements) may keep coming for Pro2010 alone.

I really can't stand the results of rendering without GC anymore. While I try not to publicly ridicule artists, when I see the renders of dead-looking skin in the galleries, I am embarassed on their behalf. I understand that many people simply cannot tolerate a lot of material faffing about and would rather just render. Well if you're that type, but you also actually care about your results looking realistic (not artistic, realistic) then get Pro. Pro lets you get more realistic results with GC and IDL, and NO messing with materials. Simple P4-style materials look fantastic in Pro 2010.

As usual I have to expect that somebody will educate me on the fact that not everybody thinks realism is important. Before you do, let me educate you on my point.

I'm not pushing realism on anybody. I'm saying, starting with the premise that an artist's preferred style is realism, that Poser Pro 2010 is the only choice, hands down, for that sort of artist.

If you prefer un-realism, then Poser 5 is more than anybody needs and we would not need to discuss purchase decisions at all.

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Renderosity forum reply notifications are wonky. If I read a follow-up in a thread, but I don't myself reply, then notifications no longer happen AT ALL on that thread. So if I seem to be ignoring a question, that's why. (Updated September 23, 2019)