Sharpening Photographs
Oct 9, 2019 08:08:22 #
When developing my photographs I always sharpen them slightly, I don't overdo it but what would happen if I did?
Oct 9, 2019 08:13:33 #
johneccles wrote:
When developing my photographs I always sharpen them slightly, I don't overdo it but what would happen if I did?
Try it and see what happens. The results will depend on how much sharpening (or any other processing) you do. I would expect the photo to be too high in contrast and too grainy. Might even see some halo at edges. Try it... You can always lessen the effects or start over.
Oct 9, 2019 08:16:28 #
People here would complain. 
I've found that over-sharpening makes the pictures look too "sharp," no pun intended. I have to be especially carefully sharpening pictures of people I photograph - generally older folks. They don't necessarily want to see each line and wrinkle in sharp detail. I sharpen mine just enough to look decent. Since I shoot raw, I have to sharpen everything a bit. I've found that Topaz Sharpen AI works well. I'm using the 30-Day trial, and I'm not sure it's work $80 to me.
I've found that over-sharpening makes the pictures look too "sharp," no pun intended. I have to be especially carefully sharpening pictures of people I photograph - generally older folks. They don't necessarily want to see each line and wrinkle in sharp detail. I sharpen mine just enough to look decent. Since I shoot raw, I have to sharpen everything a bit. I've found that Topaz Sharpen AI works well. I'm using the 30-Day trial, and I'm not sure it's work $80 to me.
Oct 9, 2019 08:20:45 #
mizzee
Loc: Boston,Ma
If you go too far, you’ll get a white halo around the edges. Your image may be harsh or fake looking. Experiment!
Oct 9, 2019 08:21:53 #
Simple advice given to me when I first started editing is to push the slider all the way (any slider, not just sharpening) to see the result, then back off 'til it looks like you want it to look.
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Oversharpened 🤔
Just right 👌
Oct 9, 2019 09:10:28 #
Linda From Maine wrote:
Simple advice given to me when I first started editing is to push the slider all the way (any slider, not just sharpening) to see the result, then back off 'til it looks like you want it to look.
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Experiment. See what happens and if you like it.
Each image will have its own limit for slider usage.
Oct 9, 2019 09:29:28 #
Although the discussion and examples are based on Adobe Lightroom, the concept applies to all processing software: Basics of Lightroom Sharpening
Oct 9, 2019 12:40:24 #
Generally I only sharpen select areas within the image that actually benefit from sharpening. It allows me to push sharpening a little further without destroying the overall image.
Oct 10, 2019 03:26:11 #
johneccles wrote:
When developing my photographs I always sharpen them slightly, I don't overdo it but what would happen if I did?
Halos -among other things...
Oct 10, 2019 06:49:53 #
Oct 10, 2019 06:53:31 #
CHG_CANON wrote:
Although the discussion and examples are based on Adobe Lightroom, the concept applies to all processing software: Basics of Lightroom Sharpening
Oct 10, 2019 07:35:51 #
johneccles wrote:
When developing my photographs I always sharpen them slightly, I don't overdo it but what would happen if I did?
It is clearly visible and it makes your photos seem overly contrasty with overly sharp lines in fine detail, it is easy to destroy a great photograph making it look unnatural by over sharpening. Second image was intentionally over sharpened to make the point.
Oct 10, 2019 07:59:27 #
Oct 10, 2019 08:10:35 #
rook2c4 wrote:
Generally I only sharpen select areas within the image that actually benefit from sharpening. It allows me to push sharpening a little further without destroying the overall image.
Can you explain to me how you select specific areas of the photo for sharpening?
Thanks
Oct 10, 2019 08:11:33 #
sergio wrote:
Astonishing question: why you do not try and see the results?
I generally do, but there is something about benefiting from the experience of others rather than trying to reinventing the wheel.
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