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AI Shallow Depth of Field Effect Generator

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Available on iPhone & Android

How to create a shallow depth of field effect

  1. 1

    Upload your image

    Start by uploading the photo you want to edit. It can be a portrait, a product shot, or any image where you want the subject to stand out.

  2. 2

    Enter your prompt

    In the text box, describe the effect you want. For example, type 'blur the background' or 'create a shallow depth of field effect focusing on the person'.

  3. 3

    Generate your edit

    Click the generate button and let our AI analyze your photo. It will intelligently isolate your subject and apply a beautiful, natural-looking background blur.

  4. 4

    Download your new image

    Your edited photo is ready to download for free. Use it for your portfolio, social media, or any project that needs a professional touch.

Achieve the artistic, professional look of a DSLR camera without the expensive equipment. Our AI tool simulates a wide aperture lens to create a beautiful shallow depth of field, making your subject pop. This effect, often called 'portrait mode,' intelligently separates your subject from its surroundings, applying a soft, natural blur to the background. It's perfect for drawing the viewer's eye exactly where you want it. Just upload your picture, and let our AI handle the complex work of creating a stunning, focused image in seconds.

Get a DSLR-Like Effect Instantly

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Transform distracting backgrounds into a dreamy canvas of soft light and color. Our tool doesn't just blur the background; it helps you create an elegant bokeh effect. This technique turns light sources in your background into pleasing, soft orbs, adding a magical quality to portraits, product shots, and nature photos. You don't need to understand f-stops or focal lengths; simply upload your image and write a prompt to see your background melt away into a beautiful, atmospheric blur that enhances your main subject.

Create Stunning Bokeh and Light Orbs

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Make your subject the undeniable star of the show. A shallow depth of field is the perfect way to minimize background clutter and distractions, ensuring your subject commands full attention. Our AI automatically identifies the primary subject in your photo, whether it's a person, a pet, or an object, and keeps it in sharp focus while softly blurring everything else. This separation creates a sense of depth and professionalism, turning everyday snapshots into eye-catching portraits or polished product images ready for your portfolio or online store.

Emphasize Your Subject with Smart Focus

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It’s Fast: Go from a flat photo to a dynamic, professional-looking image in seconds. Our AI does the work for you. It’s Easy: No need to learn complex photo editing software. Just upload your image and type a simple instruction to get a beautiful background blur. AI-Powered: Our tool intelligently detects your subject to apply a realistic and clean shallow depth of field effect. No Pro Camera Needed: Get that high-end, portrait-mode look on any photo, regardless of the camera it was taken with. Free to Try: Experiment with creating stunning, focused images at no cost.

Why use Pixelcut's AI shallow depth of field tool?

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Professional Portraits: Create stunning headshots and portraits where the subject is crisp and the background is softly blurred. E-commerce Product Shots: Make your products stand out on your online store by removing distracting backgrounds and focusing all attention on your items. Food Photography: Give your food photos an editorial feel by focusing on the dish and blurring the table setting behind it. Social Media Content: Elevate your posts on Instagram and other platforms with eye-catching, professional-quality images that grab attention. Artistic Photos: Turn a simple nature photo, like a flower, into a work of art by isolating it from its surroundings with a dreamy, blurred background.

Shallow Depth of Field Use Cases

A macro photograph demonstrating shallow depth of field. A single green leaf covered in dew drops is in sharp focus, while the forest background is softly and completely blurred.

Frequently Asked Questions

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