Topaz Photoshop Plugins |best| [2026]

| Feature | Native Photoshop | Topaz AI Plugin | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | Removes grain but often blurs detail. | Removes noise while reconstructing sharp textures (DeNoise AI). | | Upscaling | Causes pixelation and jagged edges. | Adds realistic detail where none existed (Gigapixel AI). | | Sharpening | Creates halos around high-contrast edges. | Corrects blur and refocuses without artifacts (Sharpen AI). | | Artistic Effects | Standard brushes and filters. | AI-simulated oil, pastel, or impressionist styles (Impression). |