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Fast Bokeh Pro for OpenFX

by Rowbyte·VFX

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Why we like it

Fast Bokeh Pro for OpenFX earns its place in the aescripts library for a fast, blur-radius-independent bokeh that handles edges properly and offers multiple blur shapes.

What is Fast Bokeh Pro for OpenFX?

Fast Bokeh Pro for OpenFX is a Rowbyte plug-in built for DaVinci Fusion and Resolve, along with other OpenFX hosts. It generates a smooth depth-of-field bokeh blur driven by a depth map, and it is designed to be fast, handle edges properly, and stay easy to use.

The blur is very fast and independent of blur radius, so the effect holds up as you push it further. It offers Gaussian, Spherical, and Polygonal (HQ) bokeh blur, plus custom image bokeh shapes and Zone Control for segmentation. GPU acceleration runs through Metal and Compute.

Version 2.0.9, released April 2024, fixed a crash in Resolve 18 and added an Alpha Pre-Divide/Post-Multiply option. The initial OpenFX release shipped with feature parity to the After Effects version. It runs on macOS 10.14 and above or Windows 7 and above. For current licensing, check the developer's page.

Who is Fast Bokeh Pro for OpenFX best for?

Fast Bokeh Pro for OpenFX is best for adding depth-map-based depth-of-field bokeh blur in DaVinci Resolve, Fusion, and other OpenFX hosts.

How much does Fast Bokeh Pro for OpenFX cost?

Fast Bokeh Pro for OpenFX is completely free to download and use.

Key features

  • Smooth depth-of-field bokeh blur driven by a depth map
  • Very fast rendering that is independent of blur radius
  • Handles edges properly
  • Gaussian, Spherical, and Polygonal (HQ) bokeh blur modes
  • Custom image bokeh shapes
  • Zone Control for segmentation
  • GPU acceleration using Metal/Compute

Tags

#bokeh#depth of field#depth map#blur#OpenFX#DaVinci Resolve#GPU acceleration

Frequently asked questions

Does Fast Bokeh Pro for OpenFX work with DaVinci Resolve 18?

Fast Bokeh Pro for OpenFX runs in DaVinci Fusion and Resolve, and version 2.0.9, released in April 2024, specifically fixed a crash in Resolve 18. That same release also added an Alpha Pre-Divide/Post-Multiply option. Within Resolve, the plug-in creates a smooth depth-of-field bokeh blur from a depth map, and it also works with other OpenFX hosts beyond Resolve. For details on any host or Resolve version not listed here, check the developer's page before installing to confirm compatibility with your setup.

What operating systems does Fast Bokeh Pro for OpenFX support?

Fast Bokeh Pro for OpenFX runs on macOS 10.14 and above or Windows 7 and above. Alongside those system requirements, the plug-in uses GPU acceleration through Metal and Compute to keep the bokeh blur fast and independent of blur radius. It works in DaVinci Fusion and Resolve as well as other OpenFX hosts. If you are unsure whether your current system or host configuration meets these requirements, the developer's page is the best place to confirm before you install.

What changed in Fast Bokeh Pro for OpenFX 2.0.9?

Fast Bokeh Pro for OpenFX 2.0.9, released on April 15, 2024, fixed a crash in Resolve 18 and added an Alpha Pre-Divide/Post-Multiply option. Earlier, version 2.0.8 in July 2022 fixed a popup window issue in Resolve, and version 2.0.7 was the initial OpenFX release, shipping with feature parity to the After Effects version. Across these updates the plug-in has focused on stability in Resolve and OpenFX hosts. Full release history is available on the developer's page, which is also where you can confirm the latest version.

Is Fast Bokeh Pro for OpenFX free?

Fast Bokeh Pro for OpenFX is listed as free in this catalog. Licensing terms can change over time, so for the current details and any conditions of use, check the developer's page directly before downloading. That page is also where you will find the latest version and release notes, along with the compatibility information for DaVinci Fusion, Resolve, and other OpenFX hosts. Since this listing reflects a point in time, treating the developer's page as the source of truth for pricing and terms is the safest approach.

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