Hi Andrew,
Cameras continue to be made with new features and filters, but one thing I have learned over the years, is that just getting a clean, simple photograph is the best starting point for creating strong, compelling images.
Without much exception, I capture most of my photographs in RAW mode, and from there I usually export this image so that it has all the detail in the scene, including in the highlights and the shadows. Once I have this image safely saved on my computer, THEN I get creative.
More often than not, I am not too fussed by some of the creative filters that you can find on a computer, but one trick I occasionally use is to apply a filter, and then copy the effect (Select All, Copy), then I go backwards to the original file, I paste the creative effect onto the original file and then I use blending options to mix up the image and get the effect that I like.
In this image, I would be inclined to use a HDR (High Dynamic Range) filter to add some life to the tractor. The problem with HDR though, is that if it is applied to a whole image, it can be too dominating and distracting. This is where you get creative; convert the image to HDR, copy the result, go back to the original file and paste the HDR file on top of it and then start blending the results by varying the opacity, or applying layer masks to make the most of the scene. Enhance the tractor, tone back the flowers, and chances are you will start creating effects that will be significantly better than your camera maker can invent!
I hope this is a help!
Cheers,
Anthony