What is difference between Presets and Mood (LUTs)?
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Both presets and LUTs are used to create a new visual style for the image. In other words, these tools may change the light, hues, and tones of the photo. However, they are applied in different ways and have slightly different purposes. So, let’s take a look at their differences. Presets: - are sets of adjustments made to the photo’s exposure, contrast, white balance, color (HSL, curves), toning, structure, sharpness, and many others. For example, this is the list of edits applied within one preset in Luminar Neo: And there can be more. - can be instantly applied to the whole image or set of images; - adjustments (applied tools) in the preset can be altered separately; For example, an editor can reduce the exposure and add more grain in a particular preset by adjusting respective sliders;
- can combine the widest range of tools’ parameters for one image and can even include mood (LUTs);
- serve as the most universal and flexible tool to create a unique style of the visual creator; - in Luminar Neo, there is an option to: Mood LUT (): - is a program file applied to an image to change its color, contrast, and tone, or in general - to color grade it ; - adjusts the color values and tonal range of an image instantly, transforming the color palette in a precise, uniform way; - can be applied to the whole image, but only some individual adjustments can be fine-tuned. In Luminar Neo, the amount, contrast and saturation of the LUT can be changed: - create the specific color aesthetics or mood. For instance, one LUT can turn the modern look of the photo into something more cinematic or vintage. Important. The preset can include the Mood (LUT), but not vice versa. When is it best to use the preset? *To change the appearance of the photo drastically transforming optics, light, colors, structure, skin tones and so on. *To create a specific visual style for a series of photos/ to differentiate a creator by his editing style. *To standardize the editing process across multiple photos. When is it best to use the Mood (LUT)? *To apply a color grade or transform the colors of your image in a very specific way. *To make photos from different cameras or sources match their color tones. *To create a particular color aesthetics.
