We have a powerful new update to Lightpanel, the AI assistant for Adobe Lightroom Classic, introducing more intelligent AI photo culling, faster AI photo editing workflows, and a refined user interface. These improvements will help high-volume wedding and portrait photographers move from import to delivery more quickly and accurately than ever before.

Smarter AI Culling: More Control, Less Guesswork

The new culling workflow adds “Selects” and “Filtered” editing states, helping photographers clearly define which photos they want to deliver. Each state is now automatically reflected in Lightroom Classic Smart Collections, streamlining image management and selection for export. A smarter review mode dynamically switches between Loupe and Survey views when it encounters duplicates, enabling a one-pass review of similar images with fewer clicks.

Other new AI culling features include:

  • A Deep Analysis mode that pre-processes facial data for faster photo-to-photo navigation and sync speeds.
  • Face badges for quick visual warnings on blurry faces or closed eyes.
  • An auto-column mode in the Faces pane to reduce scrolling.
  • A new setting to control the maximum number of photos in a duplicate group—ideal for burst-mode photographers.
  • UI improvements include common preset configurations for various job types (e.g., weddings, church ceremonies) and an interface that hides advanced controls until needed.

AI Develop: Faster, Smarter, and More Consistent Editing

Photographers will also notice significant improvements to the AI Develop tools, with better performance and new time-saving capabilities:

  • Auto Crop & Level AI and Auto Tone & Color AI have been refined for more accurate results.
  • Expanded file support now includes JPEGs and other non-RAW files.
  • Batch-editing duplicate groups now applies consistent settings across a series, reducing variation.
  • A new “Previous Edit” button applies your last Lightroom edit to any selected photo.
  • All-new Quick Preset buttons let you store and apply saved settings per job for lightning-fast application.
  • Lightpanel now automatically sets thumbnails for newly created Looks to improve organization.

General Enhancements

To help new users ramp up quickly, a new guided tutorial dialog walks you through each tab in the Lightpanel interface. Across the board, you’ll also notice faster performance and improved responsiveness.

Photographers can try Lightpanel completely risk-free for a full 30 days—no credit card is required. Current subscribers can get the update by simply launching Lightpanel and following the in-app prompts.

About Lightpanel

Lightpanel is the only AI assistant for Lightroom Classic built specifically for high-volume photographers. It helps automate culling, editing, and applying consistent looks across hundreds or thousands of images, saving hours without sacrificing creative control. Lightpanel is available by subscription and integrates directly with Adobe Lightroom Classic workflows.

Frequently Asked Questions: The Best AI Assistant for Lightroom Classic

What is Lightpanel and how does it work with Lightroom Classic?

Lightpanel is an AI assistant that integrates directly with Adobe Lightroom Classic. It automates photo culling, enhances editing consistency, and speeds up workflows for high-volume photographers—especially in portrait and wedding photography.

What’s new in the latest Lightpanel update?

The latest update introduces improved AI culling with new editing states, smarter duplicate detection, faster facial analysis, UI enhancements, and better AI Develop tools. It also adds support for JPEGs and batch-editing improvements.

Who should use Lightpanel?

Lightpanel is designed for high-volume photographers—especially wedding, portrait, and event shooters—who want to save hours of editing while maintaining control over their style and output in Lightroom Classic.