This video provides a comprehensive walkthrough on how to export and share “living pictures” using the Lytro Desktop software. It transitions from the basics of 2D file generation to advanced 3D and raw data options, ensuring users can showcase their light-field photography across various platforms.
(Source: Lytro, Adam Gould, March 13, 2018, Original URL, Archived URL)
Video Summary
| Time | Description |
| 00:00 – 00:05 | An introduction to exporting living pictures. |
| 00:05 – 00:17 | A guide on how to export living pictures from Lytro Desktop. |
| 00:17 – 00:22 | A demonstration of the different export formats available. |
| 00:22 – 00:37 | An overview of the 2D export formats and the adjustments that are preserved. |
| 00:37 – 00:54 | An overview of the 3D export formats and how to view them. |
| 00:54 – 00:58 | An overview of the Lytro camera raw image export format. |
| 00:58 – 01:09 | An overview of the editable depth map and living picture export formats. |
| 01:09 – 01:30 | A guide on how to export your living pictures. |
Key Takeaways
- Tailored Export Formats: Choose between standard 2D formats (.jpg, .tiff) for everyday sharing, or specialized 3D formats (.jps or Red-Cyan) for immersive viewing on 3D TVs or with glasses.
- “Baked-In” Adjustments: When exporting to 2D, your specific edits—including focus point, f-number (depth of field), and perspective shifts—are preserved exactly as you’ve set them.
- Pro-Level Post-Processing: For advanced users, the software allows you to export Editable Depth Maps and Raw Images (.lfr), giving you the flexibility to manipulate depth data in external editors like Photoshop.
- Effortless Batch Processing: Save time by selecting multiple images at once; use the Prefix feature to automatically name and number your files (e.g., “Vacation_01”) for an organized library.
- Real-Time Progress Tracking: Keep an eye on the Activity Monitor in the top-right corner to see exactly when your high-quality renders are finished and ready to use.
- The “Living” Advantage: Even after a shot is taken, the export process lets you decide exactly how that “living” moment should be presented to the world as a static or 3D image.