Adobe Camera Raw 12.2 (2026)

Released in February 2020, introduced significant workflow improvements, most notably the ability to automate raw image processing through customizable defaults. While it maintained a familiar interface, it added deep-level settings that allowed photographers to tailor how files are initially handled based on the specific camera model used. ⚡ Key Feature: Raw Defaults

: By automating "mundane" adjustments like lens corrections and initial sharpening through the new defaults, users could significantly reduce the time spent on repetitive tasks. Adobe Camera Raw 12.2

The standout addition in version 12.2 was the section within the preferences menu. This feature allowed users to: The standout addition in version 12

: Included updated profiles to automatically correct distortion and chromatic aberration for newly released lenses. 🛠️ User Experience & Fixes : The straighten/leveling tool was moved into the

: Addressed stability issues and refined existing tools like Range Masking to ensure smoother performance within the Adobe Bridge and Photoshop ecosystems.

: The straighten/leveling tool was moved into the dedicated crop tool panel for a more consolidated editing experience.

💡 : To access these new settings in version 12.2, navigate to Preferences > Camera Raw > Raw Defaults within either Photoshop or the ACR interface itself.