The video editing app VSCO is introducing a new collection of AI image editing tools. This update includes support for high-resolution RAW files and non-destructive edits. A key feature is content-aware region detection, which helps identify parts of an image for editing.
These new AI tools are located in a dedicated tab called AI Labs. This section includes an AI-powered object removal tool, similar to offerings from companies like Google and Apple. Users can simply highlight or draw a circle around an object in a photo, and VSCO will replace it with content that matches the surrounding background. The company states it uses intelligent area detection to blend the background seamlessly after an object is removed, all without affecting the image’s original resolution or color.
VSCO claims its removal tool is more precise than many other AI-powered options, which can sometimes leave behind visual artifacts. The company emphasizes that its tool preserves fine details, making it better suited for the needs of professional photographers.
Another AI-powered feature called Upscale is scheduled to launch soon. This tool is designed to increase image resolution and sharpen details without compromising the overall composition or quality.
The technology powering these new features is the FLUX.1 Kontext model from Black Forest Labs. Access to the AI Labs features is available through the VSCO Pro subscription tier. This plan costs twelve dollars and ninety-nine cents per month, or sixty dollars for an annual subscription, on the VSCO Studio app for iOS. The company has stated it will not set a usage limit on how many times subscribers can employ the AI Labs tools.
According to CEO Eric Wittman, VSCO has always supported authentic creative expression and provided photographers with tools to achieve their goals. He stated that the company recognizes the significant impact of AI on photography and is focused on bringing AI tools to its community that are designed to support photographers in achieving creative excellence while respecting the art of their photography.
This move is part of VSCO’s broader effort to enhance its toolset and compete more effectively with other editing platforms. Earlier this year, the company launched an AI-powered collaborative moodboard to help photographers and their clients work together on projects. Last year, VSCO introduced a marketplace to connect photographers with potential clients. It also launched a service called Workspace to help creators manage their bookings and schedules.