Adobe Lightroom Classic 2024 13.3

The inclusion of Firefly Generative AI and depth-based blur signals a clear roadmap: Lightroom Classic is evolving into a "lightweight Photoshop." Adobe understands that 80% of what photographers need (object removal, background blur, color grading) should not require switching between apps.

Expect version 14.0 (late 2024) to include:

How does Adobe stack up against the competition? Adobe Lightroom Classic 2024 13.3

While not a "flashy" feature, 13.3 was a crucial update for stability.

Adobe has added 15 new Adaptive Presets (found in the Presets panel > Adaptive). These use AI to detect specific objects or people: The inclusion of Firefly Generative AI and depth-based

Because these are adaptive, they work non-destructively and can be stacked with manual masks.

Previously, Denoise only had one mode. In version 13.3, Adobe introduced Fluorite Mode, which is a game-changer for specific types of photography. Because these are adaptive , they work non-destructively

For a long time, Lightroom struggled to read the depth map data in photos taken on Samsung Galaxy devices in "Portrait Mode."