Batch editing with Photoshop CS (CS2?)

Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 24-70mm f/2.8G ED

03/16/2007 10:32:49 AM · #1

I've been real into time-lapse, but I would hate to edit the resulting several hundred photos individually. Iâ��ve been using PS CSâ��s batch processing, recording my editing on the first photo as an action, and then applying it to the rest of the images. I'm not having any problem with basic editing like cropping, color balancing, levels, curves, etc, etc. But when I try to remove sensor dust or small elements with either the clone tool, healing brush or patch tool the steps are ignored in subsequent photos. Selecting a small section and pasting over the offending section works, but that only works in very limiting situations like night skies. Any suggestions?

kenskid

Nikon D700

03/16/2007 10:47:27 AM · #2

I can't help you directly but:

Does your camera allow you to take a "dust reference photo"? This is a photo that you take aiming at a blank surface. It shows dust only. This photo is then used to "automatically" remove the dust from your "main" photo. Maybe the actions would work better with this type of dust removal.

Kenskid

Originally posted by hyperfocal:

Canon EF 24-105mm f/4.0L IS

03/16/2007 11:27:32 AM · #3

Originally posted by kenskid:

Yes, I'm primarily using my Nikon D200, which has the dust reference feature. I thought that was only applicable for Nikon's software. I've owned dozens and dozens of digital cameras, but have never installed any software that comes with any of them. Of course I'll do it if it solves my issues, but I'm hoping for a Photoshop solution. Thanks!

Artifacts

Canon EOS-5D Mark II

03/16/2007 12:13:49 PM · #4

If I get dust it tends to move around as pictures are being taken. In that case there is no automated batch process you can to do correct it.

kenskid

Nikon D700

Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 24-70mm f/2.8G ED

03/16/2007 12:59:37 PM · #5

My dust usually stays put right in the center. I can get it off but I usually scratch my sensor doing it !

Originally posted by stdavidson:

If I get dust it tends to move around as pictures are being taken. In that case there is no automated batch process you can to do correct it.

Canon EF 24-105mm f/4.0L IS

03/16/2007 01:17:39 PM · #6

Originally posted by kenskid:

My dust usually stays put right in the center. I can get it off but I usually scratch my sensor doing it !

Originally posted by stdavidson:
If I get dust it tends to move around as pictures are being taken. In that case there is no automated batch process you can to do correct it.

My dust stays put also, at least till I change lenses.

Artifacts

Canon EOS-5D Mark II

03/16/2007 01:30:14 PM · #7

Originally posted by kenskid:

Ouch! That is not good. Seems to me that you should be able to blow dust off the sensor without ever touching it with a can of compressed air or blowing lightly.

There are contact methods of cleaning a dirty sensor usually using liquid alcohol-based cleaners that are safe and will not scratch the sensor. But that is beyond a dust issue.