Adobe Camera RAW Adds "Glow" Slider for Film-Like Diffusion

SUMMARY

Adobe Camera RAW (ACR) has quietly introduced a new "Glow" slider, designed to replicate the diffusion effect of vintage film lenses and diffusion filters. This tool spreads light from bright areas, creating effects ranging from subtle haze to cinematic bloom. The slider offers additional controls for light spread and allows selection of different glow types like halation and bloom, with an option to adjust warmth. It can be used within ACR's masking tools for selective application and aims to recreate the look often achieved by older lenses lacking modern flare-suppressing coatings.

TAKEAWAYS

Adobe Camera RAW version 18.6 includes a new "Glow" slider.

The slider digitally simulates the effect of diffusion filters and vintage lenses.

It offers adjustable light spread, glow types (halation, bloom), and warmth.

The tool can be applied selectively using ACR's masking features.

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