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Clarity & Detail Image Filters: Before & After Examples for All 20 Presets

See all 20 Clarity & Detail photo filters from the free Image Filters tool, each with a before-and-after comparison, a full applied image and its exact settings.

Clarity & Detail Image Filters: Before & After Examples for All 20 Presets

This page shows every Clarity & Detail preset from the free Image Filters & Effects tool on its own: a before-and-after comparison and a full picture with the filter applied. There are 20 filters here, all run at 100% strength on the same sample photo.

Clarity & Detail presets focus on texture and local contrast: sharper edges, firmer midtones and cleaner detail. They suit product shots, architecture and any photo that looks a bit flat. In this set of 20, 2 lean warm, 2 lean cool and 16 stay close to neutral. On average they change contrast by +13 and saturation by +8; 5 boost colour and 1 add a noticeable vignette.

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All 20 Clarity & Detail filters

1. Anti-Blur Boost

Counter motion and focus blur — maximum sharpening with clarity.

This preset adds some contrast. On top of that it applies strong clarity for crisp local contrast and applies noticeable sharpening.

Brightness +2 · Contrast +12 · Saturation 0 · Gamma 1 · Warmth (R−B) 0 · Clarity +20 · Sharpen 3

Before and after comparison of the Anti-Blur Boost photo filter (Clarity & Detail) on the sample photo
Anti-Blur Boost: before (left) and after (right).
Sample photo with the Anti-Blur Boost filter (Clarity & Detail) fully applied
Anti-Blur Boost applied at 100% strength.

2. Clarity + Depth

Combines clarity, depth and contrast for a powerful editorial look.

Applied at 100%, it adds strong contrast. Beyond that it applies strong clarity for crisp local contrast and applies noticeable sharpening. It closes with a noticeable vignette.

Brightness +3 · Contrast +20 · Saturation +10 · Gamma 1 · Warmth (R−B) 0 · Clarity +28 · Vignette 25 · Grain 4 · Sharpen 2

Before and after comparison of the Clarity + Depth photo filter (Clarity & Detail) on the sample photo
Clarity + Depth: before (left) and after (right).
Sample photo with the Clarity + Depth filter (Clarity & Detail) fully applied
Clarity + Depth applied at 100% strength.

3. Contrast Lift

Lifts overall contrast while preserving shadow and highlight detail.

The grade lifts exposure slightly and adds strong contrast. In addition it applies extra clarity. Final touches: a light vignette.

Brightness +5 · Contrast +25 · Saturation +5 · Gamma 1.02 · Warmth (R−B) 0 · Clarity +15 · Vignette 10 · Sharpen 1

Before and after comparison of the Contrast Lift photo filter (Clarity & Detail) on the sample photo
Contrast Lift: before (left) and after (right).
Sample photo with the Contrast Lift filter (Clarity & Detail) fully applied
Contrast Lift applied at 100% strength.

4. Crystal Clear

Maximum clarity and cleanliness — punchy, crisp and defined.

At full strength it lifts exposure slightly and adds some contrast. It also applies strong clarity for crisp local contrast and applies noticeable sharpening.

Brightness +5 · Contrast +15 · Saturation +8 · Gamma 1 · Warmth (R−B) 0 · Clarity +25 · Vignette 5 · Sharpen 2

Before and after comparison of the Crystal Clear photo filter (Clarity & Detail) on the sample photo
Crystal Clear: before (left) and after (right).
Sample photo with the Crystal Clear filter (Clarity & Detail) fully applied
Crystal Clear applied at 100% strength.

5. Dehaze

Removes atmospheric haze — deepens contrast and restores colour.

This preset settles the midtones a bit darker and adds strong contrast. On top of that it applies strong clarity for crisp local contrast and applies noticeable sharpening.

Brightness −3 · Contrast +22 · Saturation +12 · Gamma 0.96 · Warmth (R−B) −3 · Clarity +20 · Vignette 8 · Sharpen 2

Before and after comparison of the Dehaze photo filter (Clarity & Detail) on the sample photo
Dehaze: before (left) and after (right).
Sample photo with the Dehaze filter (Clarity & Detail) fully applied
Dehaze applied at 100% strength.

6. Detail Focus

Focuses visual attention on detail — slight vignette with sharp clarity.

Applied at 100%, it adds some contrast. Beyond that it applies strong clarity for crisp local contrast and applies noticeable sharpening. It closes with a light vignette.

Brightness +3 · Contrast +14 · Saturation +5 · Gamma 1 · Warmth (R−B) 0 · Clarity +20 · Vignette 20 · Sharpen 2

Before and after comparison of the Detail Focus photo filter (Clarity & Detail) on the sample photo
Detail Focus: before (left) and after (right).
Sample photo with the Detail Focus filter (Clarity & Detail) fully applied
Detail Focus applied at 100% strength.

7. Edge Boost

Hyper edge definition — enhances boundaries between elements.

The grade adds some contrast. In addition it applies strong clarity for crisp local contrast and applies noticeable sharpening.

Brightness 0 · Contrast +18 · Saturation +3 · Gamma 0.98 · Warmth (R−B) 0 · Clarity +18 · Vignette 8 · Sharpen 3

Before and after comparison of the Edge Boost photo filter (Clarity & Detail) on the sample photo
Edge Boost: before (left) and after (right).
Sample photo with the Edge Boost filter (Clarity & Detail) fully applied
Edge Boost applied at 100% strength.

8. Face Clarity

Optimised for face photography — brightens and clarifies skin detail.

At full strength it leans warm, brightens the frame and gently lifts the midtones. It also adds some contrast and applies extra clarity. To finish, it adds a light vignette.

Brightness +10 · Contrast +8 · Saturation +5 · Gamma 1.08 · Warmth (R−B) +8 · Clarity +12 · Vignette 15 · Sharpen 1

Before and after comparison of the Face Clarity photo filter (Clarity & Detail) on the sample photo
Face Clarity: before (left) and after (right).
Sample photo with the Face Clarity filter (Clarity & Detail) fully applied
Face Clarity applied at 100% strength.

9. HDR Enhance

HDR-style tone mapping — lifts shadows, recovers highlights, adds clarity.

This preset boosts colour, lifts exposure slightly and adds strong contrast. On top of that it applies strong clarity for crisp local contrast and applies noticeable sharpening. The look is finished with a light vignette.

Brightness +5 · Contrast +20 · Saturation +15 · Gamma 1.02 · Warmth (R−B) 0 · Clarity +28 · Vignette 12 · Grain 3 · Sharpen 2

Before and after comparison of the HDR Enhance photo filter (Clarity & Detail) on the sample photo
HDR Enhance: before (left) and after (right).
Sample photo with the HDR Enhance filter (Clarity & Detail) fully applied
HDR Enhance applied at 100% strength.

10. High Definition Pop

Ultra HD look — sharp, vivid, clean and punchy.

Applied at 100%, it boosts colour, lifts exposure slightly and adds some contrast. Beyond that it applies strong clarity for crisp local contrast and applies noticeable sharpening.

Brightness +5 · Contrast +18 · Saturation +15 · Gamma 1 · Warmth (R−B) 0 · Clarity +22 · Vignette 8 · Sharpen 2

Before and after comparison of the High Definition Pop photo filter (Clarity & Detail) on the sample photo
High Definition Pop: before (left) and after (right).
Sample photo with the High Definition Pop filter (Clarity & Detail) fully applied
High Definition Pop applied at 100% strength.

11. Highlight Recovery

Recovers blown highlights — pulls detail back from overexposed areas.

The grade pulls exposure down a little and deepens the midtones strongly. In addition it applies extra clarity.

Brightness −8 · Contrast +5 · Saturation +3 · Gamma 0.88 · Warmth (R−B) 0 · Clarity +8 · Sharpen 1

Before and after comparison of the Highlight Recovery photo filter (Clarity & Detail) on the sample photo
Highlight Recovery: before (left) and after (right).
Sample photo with the Highlight Recovery filter (Clarity & Detail) fully applied
Highlight Recovery applied at 100% strength.

12. Landscape Detail

Landscape optimised — enhances sky, foliage and terrain detail.

At full strength it boosts colour, leans cool, lifts exposure slightly and adds some contrast. It also applies strong clarity for crisp local contrast and applies noticeable sharpening. To finish, it adds a light vignette.

Brightness +5 · Contrast +18 · Saturation +18 · Gamma 1.02 · Warmth (R−B) −6 · Clarity +22 · Vignette 15 · Grain 3 · Sharpen 2

Before and after comparison of the Landscape Detail photo filter (Clarity & Detail) on the sample photo
Landscape Detail: before (left) and after (right).
Sample photo with the Landscape Detail filter (Clarity & Detail) fully applied
Landscape Detail applied at 100% strength.

13. Micro Contrast Boost

Local micro-contrast enhancement — pops texture and fine detail.

This preset adds some contrast. On top of that it applies strong clarity for crisp local contrast.

Brightness 0 · Contrast +12 · Saturation 0 · Gamma 1 · Warmth (R−B) 0 · Clarity +30 · Sharpen 1

Before and after comparison of the Micro Contrast Boost photo filter (Clarity & Detail) on the sample photo
Micro Contrast Boost: before (left) and after (right).
Sample photo with the Micro Contrast Boost filter (Clarity & Detail) fully applied
Micro Contrast Boost applied at 100% strength.

14. Noise Reduction

Smooths digital noise while maintaining edge sharpness.

Beyond that it applies a soft blur of about 1 px for a dreamy look.

Brightness +3 · Contrast +5 · Saturation −3 · Gamma 1.03 · Warmth (R−B) 0 · Clarity +5 · Blur 1

Before and after comparison of the Noise Reduction photo filter (Clarity & Detail) on the sample photo
Noise Reduction: before (left) and after (right).
Sample photo with the Noise Reduction filter (Clarity & Detail) fully applied
Noise Reduction applied at 100% strength.

15. Shadow Recovery

Lifts crushed shadows to reveal hidden detail in dark areas.

The grade brightens the frame and opens up the midtones. Colour is split-toned with green-tinted shadows. In addition it applies extra clarity.

Brightness +15 · Contrast −8 · Saturation +3 · Gamma 1.25 · Warmth (R−B) 0 · Clarity +10 · Sharpen 1

Before and after comparison of the Shadow Recovery photo filter (Clarity & Detail) on the sample photo
Shadow Recovery: before (left) and after (right).
Sample photo with the Shadow Recovery filter (Clarity & Detail) fully applied
Shadow Recovery applied at 100% strength.

16. Skin Smooth

Softens skin texture while maintaining natural look.

At full strength it leans warm, lifts exposure slightly and gently lifts the midtones. The look is split-toned with warm red-tinted shadows. It also applies a soft blur of about 1 px for a dreamy look. To finish, it adds a light vignette.

Brightness +8 · Contrast −5 · Saturation +5 · Gamma 1.1 · Warmth (R−B) +8 · Clarity −5 · Vignette 10 · Blur 1

Before and after comparison of the Skin Smooth photo filter (Clarity & Detail) on the sample photo
Skin Smooth: before (left) and after (right).
Sample photo with the Skin Smooth filter (Clarity & Detail) fully applied
Skin Smooth applied at 100% strength.

17. Sky Enhancement

Boosts sky detail — deeper blues, cloud texture and horizon pop.

This preset boosts colour, adds a clearly cool, blue cast and adds strong contrast. For depth it uses blue-tinted shadows and cool, icy highlights. On top of that it applies strong clarity for crisp local contrast and applies noticeable sharpening. The look is finished with a light vignette.

Brightness +3 · Contrast +20 · Saturation +18 · Gamma 1 · Warmth (R−B) −23 · Clarity +20 · Vignette 10 · Sharpen 2

Before and after comparison of the Sky Enhancement photo filter (Clarity & Detail) on the sample photo
Sky Enhancement: before (left) and after (right).
Sample photo with the Sky Enhancement filter (Clarity & Detail) fully applied
Sky Enhancement applied at 100% strength.

18. Texture Pop

Maximises surface texture and material detail.

Applied at 100%, it adds some contrast. Beyond that it applies strong clarity for crisp local contrast and applies noticeable sharpening. It closes with a light vignette.

Brightness −2 · Contrast +15 · Saturation +5 · Gamma 0.98 · Warmth (R−B) 0 · Clarity +25 · Vignette 10 · Sharpen 2

Before and after comparison of the Texture Pop photo filter (Clarity & Detail) on the sample photo
Texture Pop: before (left) and after (right).
Sample photo with the Texture Pop filter (Clarity & Detail) fully applied
Texture Pop applied at 100% strength.

19. Ultra Sharp

Maximum sharpening for razor-crisp detail on every pixel.

The grade adds some contrast. In addition it applies noticeable sharpening.

Brightness 0 · Contrast +10 · Saturation 0 · Gamma 1 · Warmth (R−B) 0 · Sharpen 3

Before and after comparison of the Ultra Sharp photo filter (Clarity & Detail) on the sample photo
Ultra Sharp: before (left) and after (right).
Sample photo with the Ultra Sharp filter (Clarity & Detail) fully applied
Ultra Sharp applied at 100% strength.

20. Vibrance Boost

Smart saturation that boosts muted colours without oversaturating skin.

At full strength it pushes colour to a vivid level and adds some contrast. It also applies extra clarity.

Brightness +3 · Contrast +8 · Saturation +30 · Gamma 1.02 · Warmth (R−B) −3 · Clarity +12 · Vignette 8 · Sharpen 1

Before and after comparison of the Vibrance Boost photo filter (Clarity & Detail) on the sample photo
Vibrance Boost: before (left) and after (right).
Sample photo with the Vibrance Boost filter (Clarity & Detail) fully applied
Vibrance Boost applied at 100% strength.

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