Introducing the 'Reflection Removal Tool' in Adobe Camera Raw for Shooting Through Glass | Release #399
Cover photo by Keisuke Tokita
Have you ever wanted to capture a scene through a window or photograph art behind glass, only to be thwarted by reflections? The new 'Reflection Removal Tool' in Adobe Camera Raw is a groundbreaking feature that solves this problem.
With this tool, you can easily remove unwanted reflections, allowing you to take clearer and more impressive photos.
What is the Reflection Removal Tool?
The Reflection Removal Tool announced by Adobe is an innovative technology designed to remove 'plate glass reflections' such as those on windows. This feature is realized through an AI model that separates reflections from the background scene, and it is not a generative AI.
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Since the tool removes reflections based solely on the information at the time of shooting, there is no concern about artificial elements being added. Currently, it supports only Raw format photos and is available as a 'Technology Preview' in Adobe Camera Raw, with plans to introduce it to Lightroom in the future.
Ideas and Tips for Use
With this tool, you can tackle shooting scenes that you might have given up on, such as views through airplane windows, art inside display cases, and shop windows in the city. However, the tool's effectiveness may be limited in complex reflections or night scenes.
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It's also important to make some adjustments during shooting, such as darkening the room beforehand, pressing the camera against the glass, and using a polarizing filter. Additionally, if you can't completely eliminate reflections, you can adjust the slider to balance the effect.
The Future Unveiled
Although the Reflection Removal Tool is still in the technology preview stage, it holds great potential for expanding the possibilities of photography. Future updates are expected to include JPEG support and features for removing raindrops and dust.
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