Color Correction vs. Color Grading: The Difference That Matters

What is the difference between color correction and color grading? While many photographers and filmmakers use these terms interchangeably, they are two completely different steps in the editing workflow. In this video, we break down what color correction does, how color grading creates mood and aesthetic, and why getting the order right is essential for your photo and video edits. Whether you're editing video in Adobe Premiere Pro or DaVinci Resolve, or toning photos in Lightroom, mastering this distinction will immediately level up your visual consistency. Timestamps: 00:00 - Color Correction vs Color Grading 00:25 - What is Color Correction? (Accuracy & White Balance) 01:18 - Basic Toning & Why RAW Matters 01:34 - Why Correction Comes First 01:46 - What is Color Grading? (Style, Mood & Aesthetics) 02:33 - Examples: Hollywood Teal & Orange Grade 03:06 - Summary: Accuracy vs Artistry 03:38 - Final Thoughts & Outro What We Covered: • Fixing white balance and exposure with Lumetri Color / Lightroom • Creating consistent skin tones across shoots • Stylistic grading vs neutral baseline correction What's in My Run and Gun Photography Bag: ► Nikon Z6 Body & FTZ Adapter: https://amzn.to/33EAiql ► GoPro Hero8 BLACK: https://amzn.to/37od6Ri ► Nikon AF-S 50mm f/1.4G Lens: https://amzn.to/2UBKbUc ► Nikon AF-S 14-24mm f/2.8G Lens: https://amzn.to/2ZqoFmx ► LowePro Tahoe BP 150 Backpack: https://amzn.to/35a1Jvk ► Lowepro Photo Classic BP 300 AW Bag: https://amzn.to/335lGAF ► RunNGun LUTs and Presets: https://therunngun.com/shop/ (Affiliate links) Subscribe to Run N Gun Photo for practical camera reviews, gear tutorials, and editing tips! #ColorCorrection #ColorGrading #VideoEditing #PremierePro #Lightroom #FilmmakingTips #RunNGunPhoto