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Halation (Studio Version Only)
An effect that mimics the subtile light scatters, reflections, and analog blooms of light reflecting back through the dye layers of motion picture film. This usually presents itself as a fine red/orange tinted glow around high contrast bright regions, like lights or reflections. Halation can also be caused by light reflections within processing and development equipment, or in the camera itself. These minor flaws can add a subtle organic and analog look to digital files.
The Halation effect can add an organic and analog look to your digital files. Original (L), Halation (R).
There are a variety of tools and controls to give you fine detail on exactly how the halation will appear.
The shot before the Halation effect
The Halation effect on the same image; note the halation in the water reflections and the woman in the white t-shirt.