Noise

[Big Mark]

Anyone got anything that will clean up the noise on this pic?

I need to find some tool (or technique) that will help.

http://markameeks.zenfolio.com/img/v2/p811572130-5.jpg

[solarte1969]

turn down the volume? dont take pics of people standing near speakers?

I got nuthin.

[dig-it]

The most popular programs I`ve read about are Neat Image, Noise Ninja, DFine by the Nik company. I`ve never tried to fix noise so I can`t comment from personal experience on these.

[dig-it]

I tried Dfine and got this. Some loss of fine to moderate detail but an overall more pleasing shot. What do you think?

[Big Mark]

yeah, that's a vast improvement, thanks!

I'll check that software out, I was just afraid to spend money on an application until I saw it used in a "real world" environment. Thanks again!

[dig-it]

Give the trial version a go and see if you want to drop the $ on it, its kind of pricey.

[Big Mark]

yeah, $100 is more than I paid for PS (of course, I just have elements). I've been toying with the idea of upgrading to Lightroom. perhaps I'll have to budget some room for a noise program too.

[Big Mark]

Screw waiting - I just found out from the latest thread started here that I can get an instant paycheck loan NOW!!!!

All my money troubles are GONE!!!!!!!!!!

[dig-it]

There ya go, problem solved.