Luminar Neo

Luminar Neo is an AI-powered photo editing software developed by Skylum Software, designed for both PC and Mac users. Released on February 17, 2022, it serves as a successor to Luminar 4 and Luminar AI, offering a blend of user-friendly features and advanced editing capabilities.

Key Features:

• AI-Powered Tools: Includes features like Accent AI, Sky AI, and Face AI that automate complex editing tasks.
• Portrait Bokeh AI: Applies background blur to portraits for enhanced depth.
• Sky Replacement: Automatically detects and replaces skies in photos while maintaining realistic reflections.
• Relight AI: Adjusts lighting in images based on distance from the lens for creative control.
• Mask AI: Allows selective editing by automatically detecting objects and subjects in images.
• Layers Functionality: Enables users to blend multiple images and apply tools to specific layers.
• Nondestructive Editing: Edits can be reverted easily without altering the original image.
• Batch Editing: Allows multiple images to be edited simultaneously for efficiency.
• Focus Stacking and Panorama Stitching: Tools for advanced compositional techniques.
• Magic Light AI: Enhances light points in photos for dramatic effects.

Use Cases:

• Portrait Photography: Ideal for enhancing portraits with background blur and skin retouching.
• Landscape Editing: Perfect for improving skies, adding atmospheric effects, and enhancing colors.
• Creative Compositions: Useful for combining multiple images or applying artistic effects seamlessly.
• Social Media Content Creation: Quick edits and presets make it suitable for fast-paced social media demands.
• Professional Photo Editing: Advanced tools cater to photographers seeking high-quality results.

How Luminar Neo Works:

1. User Interface: Users start by importing photos into Luminar Neo, where they can organize them into albums or start editing directly.
2. Editing Tools: Users apply various AI-driven tools from the sidebar or presets for one-click enhancements. Each tool or effect can be adjusted with sliders for customization.
3. Layer Support: Allows for blending multiple edits or effects, similar to graphic design software, offering flexibility in how effects are applied.
4. Presets: Offers pre-defined looks or styles that can be applied with a single click, with further customization available.
5. Export and Sharing: Once editing is complete, users can export their work in various formats or share directly to social media through integration features or plugins.