ON1 Photo RAW 2026: The AI Revolution in Photo Editing is Here

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The world of photo editing just got a significant upgrade. ON1 has officially unveiled Photo RAW 2026, and it's clear this is more than just an annual update—it's a massive leap forward, especially for photographers looking for a powerful, non-subscription alternative to traditional software which will be released later this month. This release is defined by three major enhancements: a total Masking Overhaul, the full integration of Resize AI, and a fresh set of innovative Creative Filters.
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​AI Masking: Smarter, Faster, More Flexible
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Masking has always been a strength for ON1, but 2026 takes it to a new level. The new AI-powered tools dramatically speed up the most tedious part of editing and offer control previously unseen in the app:

• One-Click Subject & Background Masks: Need to isolate a person, a car, or the entire background? You can now do it in a single click. This feature uses advanced AI to create highly accurate masks instantly, a huge time-saver.
• New Mask Layers: This is a game-changer. You can now stack, combine, or subtract multiple masks for each layer or filter. This non-destructive approach allows for complex, refined selections without the need for manual brushwork on every part of an image.
• Improved AI Edge Quality: Say goodbye to haloing and soft edges. The new engine provides cleaner, more natural selections, especially around notoriously tricky details like hair, branches, or fine textures.

​Resize AI 2026 is Built-In

For the first time, ON1's powerful upscaling technology, Resize AI 2026, is fully integrated into the core Photo RAW application. This means no more external plugins or separate workflows just to enlarge your photos.

• Two New AI Models: The update includes both a Highest Quality Model (a state-of-the-art generative AI that restores fine detail and removes noise) and a Standard Model (optimized for speed and batch jobs).
• Professional-Grade Enlargements: Whether you’re printing a mural-sized landscape or trying to clean up an aggressive crop, this integration makes turning small, noisy images into huge, sharp, and printable files an easy part of your non-destructive workflow.

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New Creative Filters & Effects

The popular Effects module gets a fresh injection of creativity with four all-new filters and a streamlined user experience:

• Depth Lighting: Easily adjust the lighting and color of the foreground and background independently to create a cinematic, three-dimensional look that emphasizes your subject.
• Split Field: A creative filter that simulates a split diopter, allowing you to enlarge or bring the background closer without losing the wide-angle perspective of your foreground.
• Double Exposure: Quickly blend two images together for artistic, layered results.
• Motion Filter: Add realistic motion blur effects (like panning or zoom) after the shot is taken, perfect for injecting energy into static images.

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More Workflow Enhancements

Beyond the headline features, ON1 Photo RAW 2026 delivers several quality-of-life updates that will improve your day-to-day workflow:

• Negative Mode: A great feature for analog photographers, this automatically inverts and color-corrects DSLR film scans.
• Improved Perspective Tools: Better keystoning controls with automatic scaling ensure you can fix crooked buildings and lines without worrying about lost edges or black corners.
• Starting Point Presets: Gives you a consistent base to begin your edits, even mimicking the look of other popular editors.

ON1 Photo RAW 2026 delivers a compelling package, especially for photographers seeking powerful AI tools and a full-featured workflow without a mandatory subscription.