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Photo Editing Styles and Variations

Color

Learn how color levels control saturation and vibrance while keeping real estate images believable.

Photo Editing Variable

Color

Color controls saturation and vibrance. The final result also depends on the original lighting, furniture, flooring, vegetation, and sky in the input image.

Excessive saturation can look unrealistic, especially on grass, foliage, and strongly colored interiors.

Color reference

Visual comparison

Compare the Levels

Color Level 0

Reduced

Level 0

Colors are weaker and more restrained than natural color.

Color Level 1

Natural

Level 1

Maintains a believable color level, adjusting up or down only when the input requires correction.

Color Level 2

Enhanced natural

Level 2

Adds visible color enhancement while keeping the image realistic.

Color Level 3

Fresh and vibrant

Level 3

Creates strong, fresh colors and dynamics without becoming obviously unnatural.

Color Level 4

Maximum color

Level 4

Uses very strong saturation and vibrance. This level is intentionally stylized and not recommended for every style.