What is LUT?
A LUT (Look-Up Table) applies preset color transformations to video. Learn about technical vs creative LUTs and how they speed up color grading.
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Definition
A LUT (Look-Up Table) is a preset color transformation file that maps input color values to output values, used to apply consistent color grades across video footage.
LUT explained
LUTs come in two types: technical LUTs (converting between color spaces, like LOG to Rec.709) and creative LUTs (applying artistic color grades like film looks). Creative LUTs are popular for achieving cinematic aesthetics quickly: teal-and-orange blockbuster looks, vintage film grain, desaturated documentary styles, and high-contrast social media looks. LUT formats include .cube (most common), .3dl, and .look. While LUTs provide a starting point, they usually need adjustment for each clip's exposure and white balance. Over-reliance on LUTs without understanding color science can produce inconsistent results across different lighting conditions.
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