ComfyUI Node: 🌊 Depthflow Effect DOF

🌊 Depthflow Effect DOF:

The DepthflowEffectDOF node is designed to apply a Depth of Field (DOF) effect to your visual projects, enhancing the depth and focus of your images or animations. This node allows you to simulate the optical effect where objects at different distances from the camera appear in varying degrees of sharpness, mimicking the way a real camera lens works. By configuring various parameters, you can control the start and end points of the DOF effect, its intensity, quality, and the number of directions it affects. This flexibility enables you to create more realistic and visually appealing scenes, adding a professional touch to your work by emphasizing certain areas while blurring others, thus guiding the viewer's attention effectively.

🌊 Depthflow Effect DOF Input Parameters:

dof_enable

This parameter enables or disables the Depth of Field effect. When set to True, the DOF effect is applied, allowing you to manipulate the focus and blur of your scene. The default value is True.

dof_start

The dof_start parameter defines the starting point of the Depth of Field effect along the depth axis. It determines where the focus begins, with values typically ranging from 0.0 to 1.0. The default value is 0.6, which means the effect starts closer to the camera.

dof_end

This parameter sets the endpoint of the Depth of Field effect, indicating where the focus ends. Like dof_start, it ranges from 0.0 to 1.0, with a default value of 1.0, meaning the effect extends to the farthest point in the scene.

dof_exponent

The dof_exponent parameter controls the rate at which the DOF effect transitions from focused to blurred. A higher exponent results in a steeper transition. The default value is 2.0.

dof_intensity

This parameter adjusts the strength of the blur effect applied to out-of-focus areas. A higher intensity results in a more pronounced blur. The default value is 1.0.

dof_quality

The dof_quality parameter affects the quality of the Depth of Field effect, with higher values providing smoother and more refined results. The default value is 4.

dof_directions

This parameter specifies the number of directions in which the DOF effect is applied, influencing the smoothness and realism of the blur. The default value is 16.

🌊 Depthflow Effect DOF Output Parameters:

effects

The output parameter effects is a dictionary containing the updated settings for the Depth of Field effect. It reflects the configuration applied through the input parameters, allowing you to see the impact of your adjustments on the visual output.

🌊 Depthflow Effect DOF Usage Tips:

• Experiment with dof_start and dof_end to find the perfect focus range for your scene, ensuring that the most important elements are sharp while the background is appropriately blurred.
• Adjust dof_intensity and dof_quality to balance performance and visual fidelity, especially in complex scenes where rendering speed might be a concern.

🌊 Depthflow Effect DOF Common Errors and Solutions:

"Invalid parameter value"

• Explanation: This error occurs when a parameter is set to a value outside its acceptable range.
• Solution: Ensure all parameters are within their specified ranges, such as dof_start and dof_end between 0.0 and 1.0.

"DOF effect not visible"

• Explanation: The Depth of Field effect might not be noticeable if dof_intensity is too low or if dof_start and dof_end are set too close together.
• Solution: Increase dof_intensity or adjust dof_start and dof_end to create a more pronounced effect.