DRONE COLOUR · DJI
DJI LUTS FOR DRONE FOOTAGE
DroneLUTs gives DJI drone flyers a flexible starting point for cinematic colour. Choose a look, convert flat or log footage to a normal viewing space when needed, then adjust the grade to suit the shot.
These are creative looks for drone footage, not camera-specific conversion profiles. If you are new to grading, start with what a LUT is and how it works, then follow the steps below for your footage.
HOW TO USE DJI LUTS
- Check the colour profile you recorded in. Standard DJI footage can usually receive a creative LUT directly, while D-Log, D-Log M, D-Cinelike and HLG footage needs the correct technical conversion first.
- Balance exposure and white balance before applying a creative LUT. This keeps skies, water, foliage and skin tones easier to control.
- Use the .cube files in DaVinci Resolve, Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, After Effects, CapCut and other compatible editors. Lightroom users can use the included .xmp or .dng files.
DRONELUTS FORMATS
Every pack includes .cube, .xmp, .lrtemplate and .dng files. That means one purchase covers a broad range of video editing and photo workflows, from a desktop colour grade to Lightroom Mobile.
COMMON QUESTIONS
Do DroneLUTs work with DJI D-Log footage?
Yes, but convert DJI D-Log or another flat/log profile to Rec.709 first. DroneLUTs creative grades are intended for normalised footage, not unconverted log footage.
Which DJI apps can use these LUTs?
The .cube format works in compatible desktop editors including DaVinci Resolve, Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro and CapCut. The package also includes Lightroom formats for stills.
Is D-Log M the same as a creative LUT?
No. D-Log M is a recording profile. If you recorded in D-Log M, use the correct conversion for that profile to bring the clip into Rec.709 first. Then use a DroneLUTs creative look and adjust its intensity.
Can I use the same DJI LUT on standard and log footage?
You can use the same creative look once both clips have a normal Rec.709 starting point. Standard clips may be ready to grade, but unconverted log clips are not. Match exposure and white balance before comparing results.