Video Copilot Heat Distortion is an After Effects plug-in that creates realistic heat noise, haze and image distortion, and version 1.0.32 adds native Apple M1 compatibility for After Effects 2022.
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About Video Copilot Heat Distortion
Heat Distortion is a Video Copilot plug-in for Adobe After Effects that generates heat‑related visual effects such as realistic heat noise, heat haze and image distortion. The plug‑in includes advanced noise‑control parameters and is listed as compatible with Intel‑based Macs running macOS 10.6.8 or later, Windows Vista or newer, and After Effects 2022. Version 1.0.32, released March 6, 2023, adds native Apple M1 compatibility, allowing the plug‑in to run in the M1‑native build of After Effects. The catalog lists the plug‑in as free, though users should verify current licensing on the developer’s site.
Features
- Realistic heat noise
- Image distortion
- Heat haze
- Advanced noise control
- Native Apple M1 compatibility (version 1.0.32)
- After Effects 2022 ready
Best for
Adding realistic heat noise, haze and distortion effects to footage within Adobe After Effects.
Frequently asked questions
Does Video Copilot Heat Distortion run on Apple M1 Macs?
Yes. Version 1.0.32 introduced native Apple M1 compatibility, so the plug‑in can run in the M1‑native version of After Effects on M1 Macs.
What operating systems does Video Copilot Heat Distortion support?
The plug‑in supports Intel Macs on macOS 10.6.8 or later, Windows Vista or newer, and, as of version 1.0.32, Apple M1 Macs running the M1‑native After Effects build.
Does Video Copilot Heat Distortion work with After Effects 2022?
It is listed as After Effects 2022 ready, meaning it is intended to work with that release. Compatibility with later releases should be confirmed on the developer’s page.
Is Video Copilot Heat Distortion free?
The catalog lists the plug‑in as free, but licensing terms may change; users should check the developer’s site for the current price and usage conditions.
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