LUTs vs PowerGrades
A LUT gives you a look. A PowerGrade lets you open it up and change the parts. Here's how to choose what works for you.
The main difference
A LUT changes colors using a fixed set of values. You can adjust its strength in compatible editors, but you can't open the file and change the steps that made the look.
A PowerGrade gives you those separate parts in DaVinci Resolve. Want to change one part of the grade? You can. A PowerGrade can also include LUTs, so the two can work together.
At a glance
LUTs
- Works in
- Resolve, Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro and other programs with LUT support.
- Control
- Quick and simple: choose a look and adjust its strength.
- Color
- Made for Rec.709. Convert Log footage first.
CineRush PowerGrade
- Works in
- DaVinci Resolve Studio.
- Control
- Detailed control over individual parts of the grade.
- Color
- Includes a CST. Set it to match your footage.
Examples
with LUT
with PowerGradePick what fits
LUTs are quick and simple, including in DaVinci Resolve. Pick a look and adjust its strength.
A PowerGrade is the better choice when you want to work in more detail and change individual parts of the grade.
Using Resolve doesn't mean you need a PowerGrade. Choose how much control you want. CineRush requires DaVinci Resolve Studio.