Light Volume is a GPU-accelerated After Effects plugin that renders point lights and spotlights into 3D space, offering control over softness, falloff, distortion, dust rendering, and depth‑map input.
Developed by grape design.
About Light Volume
Light Volume is a GPU‑accelerated plugin from grape design that renders a composition’s existing point lights and spotlights into three‑dimensional space within Adobe After Effects. The tool provides fine control over light softness and falloff, can add natural distortion, and renders dust in brighter areas. It also accepts depth‑map input to influence the 3D lighting. Rendering is performed on the graphics card, which speeds up calculations. Version 1.0 was released on April 28, 2026 and is compatible with After Effects 2026, 2025, 2024, and 2023. The plugin is listed as free, though licensing details should be verified on the developer’s site.
Features
- Renders composition lights in 3D space
- Supports point lights and spotlights
- Fine control over softness and light falloff
- Adds natural distortion to the light
- Renders dust in brighter areas
- Supports depth map input
- GPU-accelerated
Best for
After Effects artists using versions 2023‑2026 who need to convert composition lights into 3D space with GPU acceleration.
Frequently asked questions
Which After Effects versions does Light Volume support?
Light Volume supports Adobe After Effects 2026, 2025, 2024, and 2023.
Does Light Volume use the GPU?
Yes, Light Volume is GPU‑accelerated; rendering calculations run on the graphics card.
Does Light Volume work with depth maps?
Yes, Light Volume accepts depth‑map input for influencing the 3D lighting effect.
Is Light Volume free?
The catalog lists Light Volume as free, but users should confirm current licensing on the developer’s page.
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