Similarly, if you’re shooting on an iPhone, or prefer to take photos in JPEG format with your DSLR, you want to look for a preset that’s been created for JPEG or mobile editing. It’s a much smaller file and doesn’t have the same level of detail or quality as a RAW file.Ī post shared by Later: Visual Social Marketing if you’re shooting in RAW (you’ll know if your file name ends with “.CR2”) you really want to find and use presets that have been specifically created for RAW images.
A RAW file preserves most of the information from your camera, such as the contrast or sharpness of an image, and doesn’t compress that information in the file.Ī JPEG is what your iPhone shoots in, but some photographers prefer to shoot in JPEG on their camera as well. If you’re shooting with a DSLR camera, you may have a preference to shoot in RAW. It’s personal preference but it will have a different effect on your photos. There are lots of Lightroom presets to choose from, and you can check out my Maddy Corbin presets for both desktop or mobile here! Step #1: Choose RAW or JPEG for Editing with Lightroom Presetsīefore you purchase Lightroom presets, you’ll need to know if you will be shooting your photos in RAW or JPEG. Many Lightroom presets are offered in “packs” or collections, so you can choose from a selection of filters for each of your photos while still maintaining a cohesive look on your Instagram feed.