SUMMARY
Adobe's latest Lightroom update introduces major enhancements to the Select Subject masking feature, improving edge detection for elements like wings and reflections. Lightroom Classic now includes a long-requested duplicate finder that goes beyond simple filename matching. Assisted culling has also been improved, though it is primarily beneficial for portrait and event photographers. The non-Classic Lightroom version receives the Select Subject upgrade and assisted culling, along with new AI-powered video generation and sharpening features, though the latter uses a credit system that is advised against by experts.
TAKEAWAYS
Select Subject masking in Lightroom and Lightroom Classic now offers near-flawless edge detection.
Lightroom Classic gains a duplicate finder for managing image libraries.
Assisted culling improvements are noted, but best suited for portraits and events.
Lightroom (non-Classic) adds AI video generation and sharpening, but the latter is costly and lacks previews.