Uploaded October 2021 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Hey all!
This is a nodegroup to replace (to an extent), the built in DOF node in the compositor. I have NEVER been able to create a DOF effect with it that let foreground objects blur over background ones, but this baby does it in 10 layers!
It breaks up the shot with the depth map and blurs progressively based on where the focal point is placed. VERY cool!
It also sports a slider to help compensate for outlines that extend a bit beyond the boundaries of the object itself. Off by default.
Blendswap link:
blendswap.com/blend/29030
CGTrader link:
cgtrader.com/free-3d-models/scripts-plugins/rendering/quick-defocus-blender-nodegroup
Follow the tool tips in the controls themselves and you will have no problem using it!
For more info on how this method works, check out this tutorial that covers a 2 layer version:
pantherdynamics.yolasite.com/panther-dynamics-blog/for-anime-defocus
CAUTION: This nodegroup does require some resolution in order to function properly. The lower the resolution, the more error prone it becomes. I strongly caution to use FullHD as your minimum resolution with this, but now lower 50% HD.
Just try it at a low res and see why I say so, lol.
As always, use at own risk!
#dof #defocus #cantsee #bluritup #blur #focalpoint #whatsthepoint #growing #learning #sharing #sharingiscaring #pantherdynamics #post #processing #compositing #therightstuff #toolsforthejob
Hey all!
This is a nodegroup to replace (to an extent), the built in DOF node in the compositor. I have NEVER been able to create a DOF effect with it that let foreground objects blur over background ones, but this baby does it in 10 layers!
It breaks up the shot with the depth map and blurs progressively based on where the focal point is placed. VERY cool!
It also sports a slider to help compensate for outlines that extend a bit beyond the boundaries of the object itself. Off by default.
Blendswap link:
blendswap.com/blend/29030
CGTrader link:
cgtrader.com/free-3d-models/scripts-plugins/rendering/quick-defocus-blender-nodegroup
Follow the tool tips in the controls themselves and you will have no problem using it!
For more info on how this method works, check out this tutorial that covers a 2 layer version:
pantherdynamics.yolasite.com/panther-dynamics-blog/for-anime-defocus
CAUTION: This nodegroup does require some resolution in order to function properly. The lower the resolution, the more error prone it becomes. I strongly caution to use FullHD as your minimum resolution with this, but now lower 50% HD.
Just try it at a low res and see why I say so, lol.
As always, use at own risk!
#dof #defocus #cantsee #bluritup #blur #focalpoint #whatsthepoint #growing #learning #sharing #sharingiscaring #pantherdynamics #post #processing #compositing #therightstuff #toolsforthejob









![Common Compositing [Tutorial]
Hey all!
Today we talk about some compositing tricks we see regularly in anime. Most of these are fairly easy to apply, but very easy to miss. I know youll love it! I added a special animation too!
Time Codes:
00:15 - Letterbox Speed Lines
Movement or presence emphasis
11:06 - Soft Gradient
Shot emphasis
17:38 - White Background with Soft Glow
Slow motion and focus
23:09 - Black screen with images
Backstory
Credits:
Music - YouTube Library
- Sir Cubworth - The Throne Room
- The Green Orbs - Ponies and balloons
Links:
- Shaders
http://www.pantherdynamics.yolasite.com/toon-shader.php
- Nodes
http://www.pantherdynamics.yolasite.com/downloads.php
- For Anime in Blender playlist
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL76duPL9DPdaMdEA54-op-ypERJP-aETV
- Websites
http://www.pantherdynamics.yolasite.com/
http://pantherdynamicsportfolio.yolasite.com/
http://bibleanimations.yolasite.com/
- Facebook
https://web.facebook.com/pages/Panther-Dynamics/158687100881976
- Make Human
http://www.makehuman.org/
- Blender
http://www.blender.org/
Have a great one!!!
Thank YOU!!!!!! Common Compositing [Tutorial]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/ALS1WZQOXhc/mqdefault.jpg)
