Removing Backscatter in Lightroom: Techniques for Cleaner Shots
As an underwater photographer, there's nothing more frustrating than capturing the perfect shot—you're happy with your composition, the marine life is beautifully framed, and the colors look vibrant. Then you notice unwanted white dots scattered across your image. These are backscatter , and they happen when tiny particles suspended in the water reflect your camera's light source, creating those distracting spots that can ruin an otherwise stunning photo. Whether you're using a professional DSLR with a strobe or a compact camera inside an affordable housing, backscatter can be a persistent challenge. It's a common issue faced by many underwater photographers. Still, the good news is that Lightroom Classic (v14.5) , Lightroom (cloud-based) v8.5 , Lightroom Mobile (v9.5) , and Adobe Camera Raw (v17.5) now include powerful AI-assisted and manual tools designed to help you remove backscatter quickly and accurately, on desktop or mobile. Recent updates bring faster...