1. Technical Specifications
Format : .cube (Industry standard for 3D LUTs).Grid Size :33x33x33 : Optimal for real-time playback and mobile apps (CapCut, VN).65x65x65 : High precision for professional grading in DaVinci Resolve or Premiere Pro.Color Science : Support for Rec.709 (Standard) and Log-to-Rec.709 transforms for major sensors (Sony S-Log3, Canon C-Log, DJI D-Log L, Apple Log).
2. Creative Profiles (The "Looks")
A competitive pack usually includes 10–20 variations:
Teal & Orange : The classic Hollywood blockbuster look with high color separation.Film Stock Emulation : Replicating Kodak 2383 or Fujifilm 3510 characteristics (soft highlights, grainy shadows).Monochrome : High-contrast noir or textured black & white.Low-Fi/Vintage : Faded blacks and warm, nostalgic shifts.Clean Commercial : Neutral skin tones with enhanced clarity and "pop."
3. Compatibility Requirements
The LUTs must be stress-tested across:
NLEs : Adobe Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve, Final Cut Pro X, Avid Media Composer.Mobile : CapCut, LumaFusion, Lightroom Mobile.Engines : Unity and Unreal Engine (often requires a specific .png strip format).
4. Developer Deliverables & Documentation
Exposure Guidelines : Instructions on the "ideal" exposure (ETTR or Neutral) for each LUT.Pre-Processing : Guidance on correcting White Balance and Contrast before applying the LUT.Sample Previews : "Before & After" high-resolution images or 4K video clips for marketing.Installation Guide : PDF or Video tutorial for different software.
5. Deployment & Distribution
Licensing : Define Personal vs. Commercial/Studio licenses.File Naming : Use a consistent naming convention (e.g., Brand_StyleName_LogType.cube).