: For users of the full ON1 Photo RAW suite, the Resize AI engine is fully integrated, enabling non-destructive upscaling within the standard editing browser. Market Position
Unlike its predecessor, Genuine Fractals, which used mathematical algorithms to guess pixel placement, uses state-of-the-art neural networks. It analyzes millions of examples from nature to "synthesize" new detail, effectively creating texture and sharpness that didn't exist in the original low-resolution file. ON1 Resize AI 2022.1 v16.1.1.12258
Version 16.1.1 introduced several performance-focused refinements: : For users of the full ON1 Photo
: The AI engine inherently cleans up artifacts and noise during the enlargement process, leading to a cleaner final output. Key Features and Performance Version 16
marks a significant evolution in image upscaling, moving beyond traditional interpolation to leverage deep machine learning for photo enlargement. This version is designed for photographers who need to create large-format prints or recover detail from heavily cropped images without the pixelation or blurriness typical of standard bicubic scaling. Core AI Technology
In the competitive landscape of AI upscalers, ON1 Resize AI is often compared to Topaz Photo AI . While Topaz is frequently noted for its automated "one-click" fixes, ON1 is favored by photographers who prefer more manual control over the sharpening and output preparation for professional printing.
: The software utilizes GPU rendering to speed up real-time previews and the final export process, which is critical when handling the high computational load of AI upscaling.