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Generate.it Photo Restore vs Traditional Methods: A Practical Comparison

1/5/2025 · GenIt Team

Speed, quality, and cost compared: when to use Generate.it Photo Restore and when manual retouching still wins.

Generate.it excels at fast, consistent cleanup: scratches, dust, compression artifacts, and subtle face enhancement. Traditional methods shine for complex reconstructions or period‑accurate color.

What AI wins at

  • Batch consistency across many images.
  • Rapid first‑pass cleanup for proofs and sharing.
  • Face refinement without heavy plastic look.

Where manual tools still rule

  • Large missing areas that require content reconstruction.
  • Precise color grading following historical references.
  • Advanced compositing and scene rebuilding.
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