Photoshop vs Luminar Neo BATTLE: Cutting Out Images
TLDRThis video compares the AI-based image cutout capabilities of two popular softwares, Photoshop and Luminar Neo. The challenge is divided into two stages: a one-click stage where the software is used without additional input, and a refine stage where the user manually improves the selection. After testing on three different images, the video concludes that while Photoshop's selection tools are more refined and the cloud AI for subject selection is impressive, Luminar Neo performs well on simpler subjects but lacks the precision and manual control options of Photoshop. The video also provides tips for refining selections and hints at a future tutorial on cutting out trees in Photoshop.
Takeaways
- π€ AI-based subject selection in both Photoshop and Luminar Neo is simple but not perfect, requiring refinement for better results.
- π Photoshop and Luminar Neo performed differently on various images, with each having its strengths and weaknesses in cutting out subjects.
- π In the one-click stage without additional help, Photoshop was more precise and had better edge definition, earning it the first point.
- π The refine stage allowed for tool usage to improve selections, where Photoshop provided clearer edges and more precise tools, earning another point.
- π¨ Photoshop's 'Select Subject' tool with cloud processing was more accurate and detailed, despite missing some spots, it still outperformed the device option.
- ποΈ Luminar Neo's 'Refinements Brush' was effective for general adjustments but struggled with areas of similar color, making it harder to refine.
- βοΈ Photoshop's tools, such as the Polygonal Lasso and Select and Mask panel, offered more control for refining edges and fixing selection issues.
- π Luminar Neo excelled with simpler subjects and performed well in other AI tasks like sky replacements, showing its strength in specific areas.
- π€ΉββοΈ For complex subjects or those with similar colors to the background, manual adjustments were often necessary in both programs to achieve a clean cutout.
- π The comparison showed that while Luminar Neo is a newer, AI-powered software, Photoshop's long-standing presence in the market has allowed it to refine its selection tools more effectively.
- π The video offers a free trial for Photoshop and a 10% discount for Luminar Neo, encouraging viewers to try out the software for themselves.
Q & A
What is the main topic of the video script?
-The main topic of the video script is a comparison between Adobe Photoshop and Luminar Neo in terms of their capabilities to cut out subjects from images using AI technology.
How many stages are there in the cutout challenge?
-There are two stages in the cutout challenge: the one-click stage where the software does the job without additional help, and the refine stage where the results are improved using tools available in the programs.
Which software was more precise in the first stage of the challenge without any help?
-In the first stage of the challenge, Adobe Photoshop was more precise and had better defined edges.
What is the name of the tool in Luminar Neo that allows for refining the selection after the background removal?
-The tool in Luminar Neo for refining the selection is called the 'refinements brush'.
What is the advantage of using the cloud option in Photoshop's 'Select Subject' feature?
-The cloud option in Photoshop's 'Select Subject' feature is processed in the cloud and is supposed to be trained much better, leading to more accurate and detailed results.
Which software won the second photo challenge in both stages?
-Luminar Neo won the second photo challenge in both stages, as it provided better results in the one-click stage and was quicker in the refine stage.
What is the main advantage of Photoshop in the selection tools according to the script?
-The main advantage of Photoshop in the selection tools is that it offers better control over the edges and combines AI editing with manual controls, making it more precise and reliable for complex selections.
What is the user's final verdict on which software is better for cutting out images?
-The user concludes that Adobe Photoshop is better developed for selection tools and provides more precise control over the edges of the selections.
What does the user suggest for future improvements in Luminar Neo?
-The user suggests that Luminar Neo should include more precise selection tools besides AI and brushes, and the ability to have more manual controls for the edges of the selections.
What is the user's opinion on Luminar Neo's performance with simple objects?
-The user believes that Luminar Neo does a good job with really simple objects in the scene.
What other AI jobs are mentioned in the script as being handled well by Luminar Neo?
-The script mentions that Luminar Neo is excellent for other AI jobs such as repairing, fixing, and sky replacements.
What is the user's advice for dealing with difficult selections in Photoshop, like cutting out trees?
-The user suggests that there is a clever trick to cut out trees like a professional in Photoshop, which will become an easy task once learned.
Outlines
π€ AI Cutout Challenge: Photoshop vs Luminar Neo
This paragraph introduces a cutout challenge between two softwares: Photoshop and Luminar Neo. The author has prepared images to test which software performs better in automatically cutting out subjects from the background. The test is divided into two stages: a one-click stage where the software works independently, and a refine stage where the author uses available tools to improve the selection. The paragraph concludes with the initial comparison results, favoring Photoshop for its precision and better defined edges in the first stage.
π Refining Selections: Tools and Techniques
The second paragraph delves into the refinement stage of the cutout challenge. It discusses the author's experience using the refinement tools in both Luminar Neo and Photoshop. The author finds that while Luminar Neo's AI does a good job with simple objects, it struggles with more complex selections. Conversely, Photoshop offers more precise tools for refining selections, though it requires the use of multiple tools for certain images. The paragraph ends with the author giving more points to Photoshop for its clearer edges and more precise tools, despite Luminar Neo's quicker refinement process in some cases.
βοΈ Final Challenge and Conclusion
The final paragraph presents the last image in the cutout challenge, an airplane, and expresses disappointment with the initial results from both softwares. However, Photoshop's cloud-based selection method outperforms Luminar Neo in the first stage. The author then discusses the refinement process, noting the difficulty and time-consuming nature of refining selections in Luminar Neo compared to the more confident and efficient process in Photoshop. The paragraph concludes with the author's opinion that Photoshop is superior for selection tools and combining AI with manual controls, while acknowledging Luminar Neo's strengths in other AI-driven tasks. The author also hints at a future video on a professional trick for cutting out trees in Photoshop.
Mindmap
Keywords
π‘AI
π‘Photoshop
π‘Luminar Neo
π‘Cutting Out Images
π‘One-Click Stage
π‘Refine Stage
π‘Background Removal
π‘Object Selection Tool
π‘Refinements Brush
π‘Polygonal Lasso Tool
π‘Smoothness and Contrast
Highlights
A comparison between Photoshop and Luminar Neo on the task of cutting out subjects from images.
Photoshop and Luminar Neo both have AI capabilities for background removal, but results vary.
Luminar Neo's one-click background removal feature is smart but may miss certain details.
Photoshop's 'Select Subject' tool has two options: device-based for speed and cloud-based for better accuracy.
Photoshop's cloud-based selection outperformed Luminar Neo in the first test image.
Luminar Neo's refinement brush allows for real-time adjustments but can be challenging with similar colors.
Photoshop provides more precise tools for refining selections, such as the polygonal lasso tool.
In the second image, Luminar Neo performed better in the initial selection, particularly with fingers and complex areas.
Photoshop's refinement tools, despite being more controlled, were less efficient than Luminar Neo's for the second image.
Luminar Neo was quicker in the refining stage of the second image, earning it a point over Photoshop.
In the third image, Photoshop's cloud-based selection method outperformed Luminar Neo's initial selection.
Photoshop's manual tools, such as lasso and polygonal lasso, provided better control for refining selections.
Photoshop won more points for its advanced selection tools and the ability to combine AI with manual controls.
Luminar Neo is praised for its AI capabilities in simpler objects and scenes, but lacks precision for more complex selections.
The video suggests that Photoshop's long-standing presence in the market contributes to its superior selection tools.
Luminar Neo is recommended for other AI tasks such as sky replacements and image repairs.
The author expresses a desire for more precise selection tools and manual control options in Luminar Neo.
A teaser is given for a future video on a trick to cut out trees in Photoshop professionally.