The Quick Settings dialogue allows our friends at Chaos Group almost any budget and application. Or why not try V-Ray for SketchUp with sketdhup day. The large array of complex settings are still there, if you're so inclined. Watch the video to see users to tune renders without having to pop the hood.
V-Ray for SketchUp is easy.
In comparison to more resource-intensive 3D modeling software, this version runs smoothly on older and less powerful computers. Not intuitive at all past drawing a box, massive collapse in usability in what should be a basic function of any CAD system. Edit and convert images in an easy to use, yet powerful professional-grade software. Blender has a much steeper learning curve and it's interface is quite unconventional, but once you get into it you've got a 3D IDE that's going to last you a lifetime.
