While AI can work wonders on most photos, some images are better candidates for restoration than others. Understanding what makes a photo ideal for restoration can help you get the best possible results.
Ideal photos for restoration have:
- Visible details: Even if faded, photos with recognizable features (faces, objects, backgrounds) restore better than heavily obscured images
- Good contrast: Clear distinction between light and dark areas helps AI understand the image structure
- Reasonable resolution: Higher resolution scans produce more detailed restorations, though AI can work with lower resolution images
- Clear subject matter: Portraits, family photos, and images with distinct subjects typically restore better than abstract or heavily textured images
- Minimal physical damage: Small scratches and tears are fine, but photos with large missing sections may have limitations
Photos that may have limitations:
- Extremely low-resolution images (under 200x200 pixels)
- Photos with very large missing sections (over 30% of the image)
- Heavily blurred or out-of-focus images
- Photos with severe water damage that has destroyed the image layer
The best way to know if your photo will restore well is to try it. ColorRestore offers instant previews, so you can see the results before committing to the full restoration.
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