Why AI Photo Restoration Apps Can’t Replace a Professional (Melbourne Edition)
AI photo restoration apps are everywhere now — fast, fun, and convenient. But when it comes to restoring irreplaceable family photos, these tools fall short. They don’t understand context, emotion, or history. They guess. And when your memories matter, guessing isn’t enough.
As a Melbourne‑based photo restoration specialist, here’s what I see every day.
AI Apps Guess
Professionals Restore
AI doesn’t restore a photo. It predicts one.
This leads to:
invented or incorrect facial features
altered expressions
loss of family resemblance
plastic or artificial textures
historically inaccurate details
A professional restorer studies the image, understands the era, and rebuilds details with accuracy and respect.
AI Can’t Identify What Matters in a Family Photo
AI doesn’t know:
who the central person is
which details are sentimental
which marks are meaningful, not damage
which colours belong to the era
which expressions must remain untouched
Restoration requires emotional intelligence — something AI cannot replicate.
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AI Over‑Sharpens, Over‑Smooths, and Distorts
Most AI apps use heavy filters that:
blur fine details
create unnatural skin
warp edges
remove natural grain
introduce strange artefacts
The result may look “clean,” but it’s not authentic.
AI Doesn’t Repair Real Damage
Water stains, mould, fading, scratches, and chemical deterioration require manual correction.
AI apps usually:
hide damage instead of repairing it
smear important areas
flatten shadows
lose depth and realism
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AI Apps Export at Low Resolution (A Hidden but Serious Problem)
Most AI photo restoration apps only export at:
small screen‑friendly sizes
compressed JPEGs
low DPI (often 72–150 DPI)
heavily upscaled but not truly high‑resolution files
This means:
you can’t print them large
details fall apart when zoomed in
faces look mushy or artificial
the “restoration” collapses when viewed full‑size
the file isn’t suitable for archival preservation
For families wanting a proper print, a framed enlargement, or a long‑term digital archive, this is a deal‑breaker.
AI apps are built for speed and novelty, not for professional‑grade output.
Professional restoration delivers true high‑resolution, print‑ready files at minimum of 300dpi all the way up to 4800 DPI essential for preserving your family’s memories properly.
AI Apps Pose Privacy Risks
Many AI apps upload your photos to external servers. Some store them indefinitely or use them to train future models.
Your family memories become part of a dataset.
A professional restorer handles your images securely and respectfully.
When Accuracy Matters, Expertise Matters
Families often come to me after trying AI apps and realising:
“The face doesn’t look like him.”
“The colours are wrong.”
“It looks fake.”
“It changed her expression.”
“It removed important details.”
Professional restoration ensures the final image is true, not just “enhanced.”
AI tools are fun for quick edits, but they can’t replace the care, skill, and discernment of a trained restorer. When your memories matter, accuracy matters.
Your photos deserve more than a filter. They deserve craftsmanship.
If you’re in Melbourne and have a precious photo that deserves proper restoration, we would love to help.
Your story matters. Let’s preserve it beautifully.
FAQ (Optimised for AI Overviews & Featured Snippets)
Are AI photo restoration apps accurate?
Not reliably. They often invent details, distort faces, and alter expressions because they rely on prediction, not preservation.
Can AI fix water‑damaged or mould‑damaged photos?
No. AI apps usually blur or hide damage. True repair requires manual, layer‑based restoration.
Is professional photo restoration worth it?
Yes — especially for irreplaceable family photos. You get accuracy, authenticity, and secure handling of your memories.
Do AI apps store my photos?
Many do. Some use your images to train future models. Professional restoration avoids these privacy risks.
Can AI colourise old photos correctly?
AI guesses colours. A professional uses historical knowledge and context to ensure accuracy.