BEST Software to Fix Blurry Photos? Top 6 Compared!
TLDRIn this video, the host compares six different software tools designed to fix blurry photos. The contenders include Staz Photo AI, Reminy, Photor, Luminar Neo, OnOne NoNoise AI, and Canva. Each software is tested on three different blurry photos with varying levels of detail loss. Staz Photo AI impresses with its ability to recover details and faces, despite some noise issues. Reminy excels in recovering faces but has limitations and requires a subscription for full features. Photor stands out for enhancing eyes and hair details but adds unwanted elements in some cases. Luminar Neo and OnOne NoNoise AI fail to meet expectations. Canva, surprisingly, provides good results for faces but struggles with other image areas. The host concludes that while each tool has its strengths and weaknesses, Staz Photo AI is their go-to choice for overall image enhancement, and suggests viewers try a mix of tools for different aspects of image recovery.
Takeaways
- ๐ท **Topaz Photo AI** is an offline tool that can recover details in blurry photos effectively, but may sometimes alter the original appearance of certain features like eyes.
- ๐ **Reminy** offers impressive results for recovering faces but has limitations on file formats and requires a subscription for advanced features.
- ๐ผ๏ธ **Photor** provides a good balance between detail recovery and maintaining a natural look, with the best eye details but may introduce unwanted elements like teeth.
- ๐ **Luminar Neo** with its 'Super Sharp' and 'Noiseless' features didn't perform as expected in the test, showing limited improvement over the original blurry image.
- ๐ซ **ON1 NoNoise AI** did not show significant improvements in the test and was not considered effective for enhancing the blurry photos.
- ๐จ **Canva**, surprisingly, did a decent job for a free tool, enhancing faces well but with less success in recovering details in other areas.
- ๐ก When using these tools, it's beneficial to experiment with different settings and sliders to achieve the best results for different parts of an image.
- ๐ **Topaz Photo AI** is highlighted as a go-to tool for overall image enhancement, with strong performance across various photo tests.
- ๐ The presenter suggests trying out trial versions of the software and using the provided PSD files for in-depth comparison.
- ๐ It's possible to composite images from different tools to get the best results, such as using **Photor** for eyes and **Topaz** for the rest of the image.
- โ The video concludes that while **Topaz Photo AI** stands out for overall image recovery, the best choice can vary based on specific areas that need enhancement.
Q & A
What is the main topic of the video transcript?
-The main topic of the video transcript is a comparison of different software tools for fixing blurry photos, with a focus on their effectiveness in recovering details and improving image quality.
Which software is mentioned first in the transcript for testing blurry photo recovery?
-The first software mentioned for testing blurry photo recovery is Topaz Photo AI.
What feature of Topaz Photo AI allows users to control the level of detail recovery?
-Topaz Photo AI has a feature that allows users to control the level of detail recovery through various settings, including 'recover faces' and 'remove noise' with options to choose the type and strength of noise removal.
What is the issue with the eye detail in the specific image when using Topaz Photo AI?
-The issue with the eye detail in the specific image when using Topaz Photo AI is that it messes up the eye for that particular image, which the user did not want to confuse the AI, so they cropped it.
How does Reminy compare to Topaz Photo AI in terms of recovering out-of-focus faces?
-Reminy is noted to recover out-of-focus faces incredibly well, with detailed skin texture, although it leaves some patterns and requires a business subscription for certain export features.
What is the main advantage of Photor in the context of unblurring images?
-Photor's main advantage is that it provides very detailed eyes and hair in the unblurred images, even better than Reminy in some cases, and it does not have the restriction of not being able to download as a PNG.
What is the issue with Luminar Neo's 'Super Sharp' feature when applied to the images?
-The issue with Luminar Neo's 'Super Sharp' feature is that it did not improve the image quality as expected, and in some cases, it made the hair look like 'bad thigh noodles' and the face look unnatural.
How does the user feel about the overall performance of Topaz Photo AI?
-The user is super impressed with Topaz Photo AI, stating that it looks more natural and provides improvement throughout the image, even in areas like clothes and jewelry, making it their go-to tool.
What is the surprising tool that the user found effective for enhancing blurry photos?
-The surprising tool that the user found effective for enhancing blurry photos is Canva, which even as a free user, the user was able to achieve good results, particularly in enhancing faces.
What is the recommended approach for users who want to compare the different software tools?
-The recommended approach for users who want to compare the different software tools is to download the provided PSD files, try out the trial versions of the tools, and pixel peep the images to determine which one works best for their specific needs.
What is the final verdict on the best software to fix blurry photos according to the user?
-The final verdict is left to the viewers' discretion, as different tools perform better in different areas. However, the user's go-to tool is Topaz Photo AI for overall performance, and for specific areas like faces, they would consider using Photor.
Outlines
๐ Testing Photo Recovery Tools: Staz Photo AI & Reminy
The video begins with an exploration of various software tools designed to recover and enhance blurry photos. The first tool tested is Staz Photo AI, which successfully upscales and recovers details in a vintage photo, particularly improving facial features with its 'recover face' feature. However, it leaves some noise around the face, which is addressed by enabling the 'remove noise' option. Staz Photo AI is noted for its offline capabilities and customizable controls. The second tool, Reminy, also delivers impressive results in recovering facial details, although it introduces some patterns and requires a subscription for advanced features. Both tools have their strengths, with Staz excelling in overall image recovery and Reminy in facial detail.
๐ผ๏ธ Comparing Tools: Photor, Luminar Neo, and Canva
The video continues by evaluating additional tools for image recovery. Photor stands out for its exceptional performance in enhancing facial features, particularly the eyes and hair, despite blurring certain areas. The host appreciates Photor's lack of restrictions on downloading formats. Luminar Neo's 'Super Sharp' and 'Noiseless' features are tested but do not yield satisfactory results, with odd artifacts appearing in the processed images. Canva, surprisingly, performs well as a free tool, enhancing facial features effectively, although it struggles with jewelry and clothing details. The host recommends trying out trial versions of these tools for a comprehensive assessment.
๐จ Image Enhancement Comparison and Composite Editing
The video proceeds to compare the results from the various tools using Photoshop. The host presents side-by-side comparisons of the original images with those processed by Staz, Canva, Photor, and Reminy. Each tool has its merits, but Staz consistently delivers a more natural and comprehensive enhancement. The host also mentions Piximperfect's compositing plugin as a valuable tool for aligning and fitting images. The comparison reveals that while some tools excel in specific areas, such as facial detail, others like Staz offer a more balanced improvement across the entire image.
๐ Final Verdict: Topaz as the Go-To Tool
In concluding the video, the host expresses difficulty in choosing an outright winner due to the varying strengths of each tool. They suggest that viewers download the provided PSD files to make their own judgments and encourage experimentation with different tools for different aspects of image enhancement. The host's personal go-to tool is Topaz, for its overall performance and offline functionality, but they also recommend Photor for specific facial enhancements. The video ends with a call to like, subscribe, and ring the bell for notifications, and a thank you to Patreon supporters for helping keep Piximperfect free.
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Keywords
๐กBlurry Photos
๐กTopaz Photo AI
๐กReminy
๐กPhotor
๐กLuminar Neo
๐กOnOne Noise AI
๐กCanva
๐กAI Enhancement
๐กNoise Reduction
๐กFace Recovery
๐กUnblurring
Highlights
Staz Photo AI is an offline tool that can recover blurry photos with impressive results.
Topaz Photo AI's 'Remove Noise' feature can significantly reduce noise in images.
Topaz Photo AI provides controls for recovering or maintaining original details.
Reminyl is an online tool that excels at recovering out-of-focus faces with high detail.
Reminyl has limitations on file formats for non-business subscribers.
Photor's unblurring tool can significantly improve facial details, even adding teeth.
Luminar Neo's 'Super Sharp' and 'Noiseless' features did not perform as expected.
ON1 NoNoise AI failed to provide significant improvements in image clarity.
Canva, a free tool, surprisingly recovered faces well but had issues with jewelry and clothing details.
Topaz Photo AI outperformed other tools in recovering details like peach furs in images.
Comparing tools, Topaz Photo AI provided a more natural and comprehensive improvement to the entire image.
Reminyl, while excellent for facial details, introduced patterns and missed areas in the image.
Photor provided a different style of enhancement, with particularly good eye details.
Canva's enhancement led to changes in the person's appearance but improved overall image quality.
Topaz Photo AI is recommended as a go-to tool for its offline capabilities and comprehensive improvements.
The video suggests mixing and matching tools for different areas of an image to achieve the best results.
The presenter thanks Patreon supporters and encourages viewers to download PSDs for personal comparison.
A step-by-step guide on how to use Piximperfect compositing plugin for image comparison is provided.