Many filters like SPR, Contrast, and White Balance have default values which cause no visible change to the clip, as in a neutral start point. But the Old Film: Technocolor filter has default values of 190, which creates a strong red cast. Is there some workflow where these defaults are preferred? If not, I can say that my workflow would be quicker and easier if the filter started at the neutral values of 100.
Some filters are for correction and should default to neutral. Other filters like this are for style, and you want to see what it does instantly and have a good starting point from which to tweak the style. So, I don’t agree to neutral but I am open to a slight adjustment as long as it still conveys the style instantly. But why don’t you simply save a preset for your preference? I’m generally resistant to accommodating people’s personal preferences like this.
Ah, so there is an existing workflow reason. I was not aware of style versus correction for default values. I assumed most filters started at neutral so a user could ease into a style.
In my case, I actually use it for correction rather than style, which is why the neutral start point would be useful. Some cameras like Panasonic consistently run hot in saturated reds when using color profiles other than log. Sony cameras seem to run hot in green. I have used the Technocolor filter with good success to rein in the saturated overshoots without affecting the mids too much. It is somehow more precise than the Color Grading wheels for this kind of correction.
But I also realize this is not what the filter was intended to do, and I can appreciate the difference between style and correction. The idea of using presets is great and will work for my use case.
Thanks!