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Blackmagic Design DaVinci Resolve Studio 21
Product Code: 1757598

Blackmagic Design DaVinci Resolve Studio 21

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DaVinci Resolve Studio 21 introduces expanded AI tools for content search, automatic metadata capture, sharpening and audio generation, alongside a new Photo page that brings node-based colour grading and library management to still images. Editing and colour workflows are refined with improved keyframing, MultiMaster HDR/SDR trims and layer-based node control. Fusion gains the Krokodove toolset, and Fairlight adds track organisation and audio matching, all within a 32-bit float YRGB post-production environment.

Blackmagic Design DaVinci Resolve Studio 21 Key Features:

  • AI IntelliScript creates timelines from text scripts
  • AI IntelliSearch finds clips, people and dialogue using content analysis
  • AI Multicam SmartSwitch detects speakers to cut camera angles
  • AI Audio Assistant automatically generates balanced audio mixes
  • AI UltraSharpen and Motion Deblur restore detail in soft or blurred footage
  • New dedicated Photo page enables node-based colour grading for still images
  • Albums, Lightbox view and AI search organise large image libraries
  • Tethered capture and non-destructive editing maintain original image quality
  • Advanced keyframe editor with easing and multi-clip adjustments
  • Native support for HTML graphics and Lottie animation files
  • Chroma Warp and MultiMaster trims support HDR and SDR grading workflows
  • Layer-based node view simplifies complex colour grading structures
  • Fusion gains Krokodove tools for expanded VFX and motion graphics
  • Fairlight track folders and EQ matching improve audio organisation
  • Integrated editing, colour, audio and VFX in one software
  • Multi-user collaboration via Blackmagic Cloud

Advanced AI Features for Faster Post Production

DaVinci Resolve now extends its AI feature set beyond scripting and multicam. IntelliScript and AI Multicam SmartSwitch are joined by AI IntelliSearch for locating clips by content or dialogue, and AI Slate ID for automatically extracting metadata from clapperboards. Tools such as AI UltraSharpen and AI Motion Deblur help recover detail in soft or fast-moving footage, while voice generation and audio matching further reduce manual prep, keeping the focus on editorial decisions.

Precision Colour Grading with Expanded Control

Resolve’s colour tools now include workflow improvements alongside Chroma Warp. The MultiMaster Trim system allows you to create HDR and SDR deliverables from a single timeline, while the new layer-based node view makes complex grades easier to manage. Group versioning adds another level of control when working across multiple clips, all within the same 32-bit float YRGB colour pipeline used for high-end film and HDR finishing.

Fusion Compositing with Expanded Toolsets

The Fusion page now includes the Krokodove library, adding a large set of compositing, vector and motion graphics tools directly into Resolve. Multi-layer workflows are supported alongside node-based compositing, with improvements to macro creation and inspector controls making it easier to build reusable effects. Audio-driven animation also links Fusion more closely with Fairlight, allowing motion to respond directly to sound.

Fairlight Audio Engine with Improved Organisation and Matching

Fairlight builds on its existing AI tools with more practical timeline control. Track folders help manage large sessions by grouping and collapsing audio layers, while new EQ and level matching tools automatically align clips to a reference. Expanded clip EQ control and Chain FX presets make it easier to apply consistent processing, alongside continued support for immersive formats such as high-order ambisonics.

Unified Post Production with Broader Workflow Support

Resolve continues to function as a single environment for editing, colour, audio and VFX, now with wider format and delivery support. Blackmagic Cloud collaboration extends to new areas such as the Photo page, allowing shared access to images, grades and metadata. Additional support for vertical video, social media export, immersive VR formats and advanced codecs ensures projects can move from capture through to final delivery without leaving the software.

New Photo Page Introduces Colour Tools to Stills

The new Photo page adds full still image editing using the same node-based colour tools as the Color page. You can stack adjustments in nodes, target specific areas with qualifiers and power windows, and apply shared grades across multiple images. Albums, Lightbox view and AI search help organise large image sets, while tethered shooting and non-destructive edits let you capture, adjust and revisit files without altering the original data.

FAQs:

Is DaVinci Resolve Studio 21 suitable for beginners?

Yes, DaVinci Resolve Studio 21 remains approachable for new users thanks to its page-based layout and clear separation of tasks. Features like AI IntelliSearch, automated audio tools and improved keyframing reduce the amount of manual setup needed, while the new Photo page introduces still image editing in the same structured way. You can start with simple edits and gradually move into more advanced grading, VFX and audio work.

What’s new in DaVinci Resolve Studio 21 compared to previous versions?

Version 21 expands AI across the software, adding tools for content search, slate metadata capture, sharpening, motion correction and voice generation. It also introduces a dedicated Photo page with node-based grading for stills, alongside updates to editing, colour and audio workflows such as MultiMaster HDR/SDR trims, layer-based node views and Fairlight track folders. Fusion is extended with the Krokodove toolset, and support for immersive formats and social delivery has been broadened.

Can I collaborate with others in real time using DaVinci Resolve Studio 21?

Yes, DaVinci Resolve Studio 21 supports real-time collaboration through Blackmagic Cloud, allowing multiple users to work on the same project at once. This now extends beyond video timelines to include shared photo albums, grades and metadata within the new Photo page. It keeps editing, colour, VFX and audio aligned without the need for exporting or reconforming between stages.

Does DaVinci Resolve Studio 21 require high-spec hardware?

Resolve 21 runs on a wide range of systems, but performance scales with hardware, particularly when using AI features, high-resolution timelines or Fusion effects. GPU acceleration plays a key role in tools like AI UltraSharpen, Motion Deblur and noise reduction. For 4K, HDR or immersive workflows, a system with a strong GPU, ample RAM and fast storage will provide a noticeably smoother experience.

Is DaVinci Resolve Studio 21 compatible with third-party plugins and formats?

Yes, DaVinci Resolve Studio 21 continues to support Open FX and Fairlight audio plugins, along with external graphics formats such as HTML-based assets and Lottie animations. It handles a wide range of codecs, including updated H.265 options, and supports workflows from local storage through to networked systems. Integration with other platforms and delivery formats, including VR and social media exports, remains fully supported.

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Product Code: 1757598-wex Manufacturers Part Number: DV/RESSTUD