![Vegas Pro AI Z-Depth: Your Guide to Depth Masking [Boris FX] @VegasCreativeSoftware](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/LdZVISeXjb0/maxresdefault.jpg)
Uploaded April 2026 | Updated September 2026, 13 hours ago
Take an in-depth look at the overhauled AI Z-Depth effect in Vegas Pro. This update marks a significant advancement in Vegas Pro's AI-driven depth sensing. Intelligently map footage and generate complex masks in seconds instead of hours of manual rotoscoping.
This tutorial hosted by Josh Crahen, covers the essential parameters of the effect. Learn how to use the interactive Threshold to Depth visualization to mask directly in the Viewer by simply clicking and dragging to define foreground objects.
We also demonstrate two high-impact creative workflows. First, we walk through the process of placing animated text behind a subject for professional motion graphics. Secondly, we explore how to add atmospheric effects, such as volumetric smoke and background blurs. Get the proper recipe to structure your video effects chain and transparency settings. If your goal is cinematic depth of field or complex layering, the AI Z-Depth tool delivers precision directly within the Vegas Pro.
► WEBSITE: vegascreativesoftware.com
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// K E Y P O I N T S //
• Understand the difference between Normalized (0–1 scale) and Absolute (0–10 scale) values for camera distance.
• Use the heat map and click-and-drag to define foreground objects.
• Smooth edges and reducing flicker using Feather, Auto-Feather, and the "Nearest Object Only".
• Duplicate tracks and use transparency settings to sandwich text or graphics between the subject and background.
• Apply blurs and atmospheric effects (like fog) to specific areas of a scene for depth-based effects.
Tags: VEGAS, VEGAS Creative Software, Boris FX
Take an in-depth look at the overhauled AI Z-Depth effect in Vegas Pro. This update marks a significant advancement in Vegas Pro's AI-driven depth sensing. Intelligently map footage and generate complex masks in seconds instead of hours of manual rotoscoping.
This tutorial hosted by Josh Crahen, covers the essential parameters of the effect. Learn how to use the interactive Threshold to Depth visualization to mask directly in the Viewer by simply clicking and dragging to define foreground objects.
We also demonstrate two high-impact creative workflows. First, we walk through the process of placing animated text behind a subject for professional motion graphics. Secondly, we explore how to add atmospheric effects, such as volumetric smoke and background blurs. Get the proper recipe to structure your video effects chain and transparency settings. If your goal is cinematic depth of field or complex layering, the AI Z-Depth tool delivers precision directly within the Vegas Pro.
► WEBSITE: vegascreativesoftware.com
► FACEBOOK: facebook.com/vegascreativesoftware
► TWITTER: twitter.com/vegassoftware
// K E Y P O I N T S //
• Understand the difference between Normalized (0–1 scale) and Absolute (0–10 scale) values for camera distance.
• Use the heat map and click-and-drag to define foreground objects.
• Smooth edges and reducing flicker using Feather, Auto-Feather, and the "Nearest Object Only".
• Duplicate tracks and use transparency settings to sandwich text or graphics between the subject and background.
• Apply blurs and atmospheric effects (like fog) to specific areas of a scene for depth-based effects.
Tags: VEGAS, VEGAS Creative Software, Boris FX
![Vegas Pro AI Z-Depth: Your Guide to Depth Masking [Boris FX]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/LdZVISeXjb0/mqdefault.jpg "Vegas Pro AI Z-Depth: Your Guide to Depth Masking [Boris FX]
Take an in-depth look at the overhauled AI Z-Depth effect in Vegas Pro. This update marks a significant advancement in Vegas Pros AI-driven depth sensing. Intelligently map footage and generate complex masks in seconds instead of hours of manual rotoscoping.
This tutorial hosted by Josh Crahen, covers the essential parameters of the effect. Learn how to use the interactive Threshold to Depth visualization to mask directly in the Viewer by simply clicking and dragging to define foreground objects.
We also demonstrate two high-impact creative workflows. First, we walk through the process of placing animated text behind a subject for professional motion graphics. Secondly, we explore how to add atmospheric effects, such as volumetric smoke and background blurs. Get the proper recipe to structure your video effects chain and transparency settings. If your goal is cinematic depth of field or complex layering, the AI Z-Depth tool delivers precision directly within the Vegas Pro.
► WEBSITE: http://www.vegascreativesoftware.com/
► FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/vegascreativesoftware/
► TWITTER: https://twitter.com/vegassoftware
// K E Y P O I N T S //
• Understand the difference between Normalized (0–1 scale) and Absolute (0–10 scale) values for camera distance.
• Use the heat map and click-and-drag to define foreground objects.
• Smooth edges and reducing flicker using Feather, Auto-Feather, and the Nearest Object Only.
• Duplicate tracks and use transparency settings to sandwich text or graphics between the subject and background.
• Apply blurs and atmospheric effects (like fog) to specific areas of a scene for depth-based effects.
Tags: VEGAS, VEGAS Creative Software, Boris FX")
![Vegas Pro 2026: The Ultimate Guide to Whats New [Boris FX]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/NfTjEaabo_4/mqdefault.jpg "Vegas Pro 2026: The Ultimate Guide to Whats New [Boris FX]
Welcome to a landmark release in video editing history. Josh from Boris FX walks you through Vegas Pro 2026, the first major version released since Boris FX took the reins. This milestone update blends professional-grade titling tools with cutting-edge AI, all while prioritizing the stability and speed that editors demand.
We dive deep into the Continuum Title Pack, featuring the powerful Title Studio for cinematic 2D and 3D text. You will also see the magic of the updated AI Z-Depth effect, which allows for instant, automatic masking and depth-based color grading.
From revamped transcription workflows and Text-to-Speech tools to native ProRes RAW support and hardware-accelerated decoding for 4:2:2 footage, Vegas Pro 2026 is built to handle the most demanding modern workflows.
Which of these new features will save you the most time in your next edit? Let us know in the comments below!
► WEBSITE: http://www.vegascreativesoftware.com/
► FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/vegascreativesoftware/
► TWITTER: https://twitter.com/vegassoftware
// K E Y P O I N T S //
• Boris FX Integration: The debut of the Continuum Title Pack, bringing professional 3D motion graphics and templates directly to the Vegas timeline.
• Advanced AI Z-Depth: A local machine-learning model that creates automatic masks and separates foregrounds from backgrounds in just a few clicks.
• Privacy-First Offline AI: All AI processing is handled locally on your CPU or GPU, eliminating cloud credits and ensuring total data privacy.
• Enhanced Transcription Suite: Advanced Speech-to-Text and Text-to-Speech tools supporting over 100 languages with no additional per-use costs.
• Superior Performance: Major engine optimizations including official Apple ProRes RAW support and native 4:2:2 AVC/HEVC decoding for a more responsive timeline.
// C H A P T E R L I S T //
0:00 Intro
0:23 Continuum Title Pack & Title Studio
1:10 AI Z-Depth
1:54 Speech-to-Text
2:18 Text-to-Speech
2:36 Better Performance
3:13 Conclusion
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