Upscaling low-resolution video with Topaz Video AI

Step-by-step

1. Import the low-resolution video file into the software.
2. Select the output resolution, such as 4K, to upscale the footage.
3. Identify the video type (Progressive or Interlaced) using a tool like Media Info.
4. Select an AI model, such as Artemis, for upscaling and noise reduction.
5. Enable Split View to compare the original and enhanced footage side-by-side.
6. Adjust the Add Grain slider to maintain a realistic look and prevent the video from appearing too clean.
7. Use the Recovery Detail slider to restore sharpness to blurred areas.
8. Click the Render 1 Second Preview button to generate a quick comparison of the results.

Options

• Convert frame rates (e.g., 30 FPS to 60 FPS) for smoother motion or slow motion.
• Apply Auto stabilization to shaky footage.
• Use the Focus Fix setting to adjust the image focus.
• Toggle Motion Deblur to sharpen moving objects.
• Manually add grain for a cinematic stylistic effect.
• Select input video quality levels: Low, Medium, or High.

Watch out for

• AI enhancement can sometimes make a video look 'too clean' or unnaturally smooth without grain.
• The software may produce results that are 'too sharp,' requiring manual slider adjustments after previewing.

Tips

• Use the Media Info plugin to verify if your source video is Progressive or Interlaced before starting.
• Use the Artemis model for the best overall upscaling results.
• Add a bit of grain to keep the footage looking natural and realistic after AI processing.
• Utilize the 1-second preview render to check sharpness levels before committing to a full export.

Highlights

“The output looks as if the footage was natively recorded in that resolution and that's the most important part.”