Photo restoration and enhancement are related but distinct processes. Understanding the difference helps you know what to expect from each service.
Photo Restoration:
Restoration focuses on repairing damage and returning a photo to its original condition. This includes:
- Removing scratches, tears, and physical damage
- Fixing fading and discoloration (yellow stains, sepia tones)
- Repairing missing sections of the image
- Removing dust spots and blemishes
- Restoring original colors that have faded
Photo Enhancement:
Enhancement focuses on improving quality beyond the original. This includes:
- Increasing resolution and sharpness
- Reducing blur and improving clarity
- Enhancing contrast and color saturation
- Upscaling to larger sizes
- Improving overall image quality
How they work together:
At ColorRestore, we combine both processes. When you upload a photo, our AI automatically performs restoration (fixing damage) and enhancement (improving quality), plus colorization (adding color to black and white photos). You get a comprehensive improvement that addresses both damage repair and quality enhancement.
Which do you need?
If your photo has damage (scratches, tears, fading), you need restoration. If your photo is in good condition but low quality (blurry, low resolution), you need enhancement. Most old photos benefit from both, which is why ColorRestore includes both in every restoration.
Ready to restore and enhance your photos? Upload your image to ColorRestore and get both restoration and enhancement automatically—no signup required.