Baselight

What is Baselight?

Baselight is a professional color grading platform developed by FilmLight, designed to empower colorists with advanced creative control and efficiency. Its latest version, Baselight 6.0, introduces revolutionary machine learning-based features such as Face Track for intelligent face detection and tracking, and a flexible architecture called Flexi for seamless integration of external ML models. Baselight combines a unique layered timeline, powerful grading tools like X Grade and Chromogen look development, and comprehensive support for modern delivery formats, making it a leading choice for high-end film and television post-production workflows.

Key Features

• Face Track Machine Learning

  Automatically detects and tracks faces throughout scenes, allowing consistent color corrections to be copied and pasted across multiple shots and sequences.

• Flexi Architecture

  Enables rapid integration of external machine learning models, allowing users to extend Baselight’s capabilities with the latest AI technologies.

• X Grade Primary Grading

  A revolutionary primary grading tool that allows complex, localized corrections within a single layer without the need for keys or mattes.

• Chromogen Look Development

  Designed in collaboration with leading colorists, Chromogen offers scene-referred look creation for cinematic color grading.

• Advanced Timeline and Layer Architecture

  Multi-track timeline with implicit alpha handling and shot-aware editing provides flexibility and control for complex projects.

• Comprehensive Delivery Support

  Supports the latest industry delivery standards including Dolby Vision, DCP, and IMF to meet professional post-production requirements.

Use Cases

• Feature Film and Television Color Grading : Professional colorists use Baselight to deliver high-quality, consistent color grading across entire productions with advanced ML-assisted tools.
• Commercial and Advertising Post-Production : Agencies and studios leverage Baselight’s creative grading and look development features to craft compelling visual narratives.
• Visual Effects Integration : Baselight’s flexible architecture and compositing timeline support complex VFX workflows requiring precise color matching and layering.
• Machine Learning Enhanced Workflow : Post-production teams integrate custom or external ML models for tasks like face tracking, depth mapping, and real-time effects within Baselight.

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