Micro-contrast is one of DxO’s most underrated tools. It enhances fine detail, adds depth and improves texture without looking digitally sharpened. This is the exact method I use to give images a clean, high-end, professional look.
Unlike standard contrast or sharpening, micro-contrast enhances extremely fine tonal transitions. This creates a sense of clarity without edge halos or harshness — ideal for beauty, portraits, fashion and travel photography.
DxO’s optical modules allow Micro-contrast to work with lens-specific data, preserving natural detail where other tools create artifacts.
This prepares the image for a balanced contrast curve before adding micro-contrast.
Small increments have a big impact. Avoid going too high — subtlety gives a premium look.
Adjust Micro-contrast by tonal range (highlights, midtones, shadows) for precision control.
The added depth and clarity remain intact through your full editing pipeline.
Your image gains depth, clarity and dimensionality without looking over-processed — ideal for professional delivery.
