Want cinematic car photos?
Get presets that deliver without the effort!
“They make my work look professional without any extra hassle. I highly recommend them.” – Tylor R., Photographer
Make Car Photos Pop with Cinematic Presets
If your car photos appear flat and lack impact, these presets are your solution. Many photographers waste hours editing without achieving the desired punch. Our Cinematic Car Presets for Lightroom deliver dramatic, movie-style visuals in just one click.
Stop overworking your images—enjoy a streamlined process and professional results. Grab your presets today and start creating magic!
What’s Included
» 12 Cinematic Car Presets
» 15 Clean Edit Presets
» 1x Instruction Guide (PDF)
» File formats: XMP, DNG
» 12 DNG Files
» Free Upgrades
Clean Edit Presets
Use the Clean Edit Presets to make basic adjustments and set the foundation for your image. They also speed-up your workflow and offer you endless style combinations.
You receive this presets as digital download
immediately after purchase.
Desktop
» Adobe® Lightroom® 7.5 or later
» Adobe® Camera Raw 10.5 or later
Mobile
» Adobe® Lightroom Mobile
» Android & iPhone
Get that movie-like vibe in your car pics.
FAQ
As soon as your payment went through, you receive the download link direct by email.
Just follow the easy instructions at How to install Lightroom Presets and start using them on your desktop or mobile device.
- The Cinematic Car Presets for Lightroom are crafted by professionals to enhance the visual look of photos. These Lightroom presets are designed to complement a wide range of images, ensuring consistent results.
- The Lightroom car presets are available for the the Desktop and Mobile App versions of Lightroom. The mobile app for Android and iPhone offers you nearly the same features like the desktop version to edit and transform your photos on the go.
- You can capture your photos using a DSLR, mirrorless camera, point & shoot camera, or even your smartphone. Import the image into Lightroom and apply the desired preset. This straightforward process allows you to achieve professional results with just a few clicks.
- Please note that the final outcome of a preset can vary depending on the characteristics of the original photograph, such as white balance, exposure, tones, and settings.
- After applying a preset, you can start to make manual adjustments to fine-tune the image to your liking. Lightroom offers a large set of sliders and tools, allowing you to tweak many aspects of the image until you achieve the desired outcome.
- In some instances, a preset may alter the skin tone of persons captured in the photograph. In this cases, utilize Lightroom’s powerful color adjustment tools to refine the skin tone until it appears natural and flattering.
- For optimal results, it’s recommended to use presets on well-exposed, high-quality RAW & JPG photographs. Images that are overexposed, underexposed, or of poor quality may yield unsatisfactory results when presets are applied.
With our Clean Edit Presets you can set the perfect foundation of your image by adjusting for example white balance, exposure, whites, tones, etc. Each clean edit preset changes only one value, without overwriting other adjustments and values.
You can use the Presets in XMP format also in Adobe Photoshop
Installing Presets in Adobe Camera Raw (ACR) 10.3+ (Windows & Mac)
- Open your image in Adobe Photoshop.
- At the top menu click on Filter and select “Camera Raw Filter”.
- On the right you see the word “Basic” click the small burger next to it. Then, click “Load Settings”.
- Choose the .xmp file(s) from downloaded and unzipped folder. Then click on “Load” button.
- To apply a preset, click on OK button.
Great question! These cinematic presets are specially designed for car photography, helping you transform your images into cinematic masterpieces with ease. Here’s how they work:
- Enhancing the Look: They tweak key settings like colors, contrast, and lighting to give your car photos a dramatic, moody vibe—think of a scene straight out of a Hollywood movie. Your car will pop against the background, looking sleek and eye-catching.
- Super Easy to Use: Built for Adobe Lightroom, applying them is a breeze. Just import your photo, pick the preset, and click—it’s that simple! Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned pro, you’ll get stunning results in seconds.
- Customizable: While they’re optimized for cars, you’re not locked in. You can adjust the settings to match your personal style or even experiment with them on other types of photos.
In short, these presets take your car shots from ordinary to extraordinary with minimal effort. Ready to give your photos that cinematic edge? Give them a try!
While Cinematic Car Presets for Lightroom are designed specifically for car photography—tuned to enhance details like metallic shine, vibrant colors, and dynamic lighting—you can technically use them on any photo. They’ll still apply that cinematic vibe, but the results might not be as perfect for, say, portraits or landscapes since they’re optimized for cars.
Want to experiment? Give it a shot on other pics and see how it feels—though for the best outcome, they shine brightest on car shots! What do you think about trying them out?
Tips & Tricks for Cinematic Car Presets
- Find good light: Take photos early in the morning or late in the afternoon when the sun is soft for a nice look.
- Pick a cool background: Use a simple spot like an open road or plain wall so the car stands out.
- Try different angles: Get low to the ground to make the car look big and awesome.
- Zoom in on details: Take close-ups of neat parts like the wheels or headlights to mix things up.
- Use reflections: Look for puddles or shiny stuff to catch a fun reflection of the car.
- Keep the car clean: Wash the car so dirt doesn’t mess up your shot.
- Place the car off-center: Move the car to one side of the photo to make it more interesting.
- Edit lightly: Brighten the colors a bit with simple edits, but keep it looking real.
License Terms
The Presets are licensed for individual use only. Resale or redistribution is strictly prohibited. This non-transferable license is limited to the original purchaser and does not extend to companies or partnerships.
No Refunds
All sales of these digital products are final with no refunds, returns, or exchanges permitted due to their downloadable nature.
By purchasing, you agree to these terms.
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Jamie C. (verified owner) –
The presets are fire! I’m no camera whiz, but I love snapping pics of my ride. These make my shots look like movie scenes—super slick. Easy to use too.