🎥 HDR videography:👁️ HDR standards and formats:🔌 HDR equipment:
🔍 HD, FULL HD, UHD, 4K and 8K
these acronyms sound similar, but what exactly do they mean 🤔?
These acronyms represent image formats defined by pixel numbers and frames per second:
High Definition (HD), Full HD, and Ultra HD (UHD) are resolution standards. Resolution is defined by the number of distinct pixels that can be displayed. The more pixels you have, the more detailed the image. Images with more pixels are therefore of high quality. So: why shoot in 4K?
Image quality is super important in modern video. With all the new tech, now you can capture super sharp and clear images. Among all possible resolutions, 4K is becoming increasingly popular. But why should you film in 4K? Let’s take a closer look by comparing HD, Full HD, UHD, 4K, and even 8K.
8,192 pixels wide and 4,320 pixels high
The arrival of 8K represents the pinnacle of video resolution! With a resolution of 7680x4320 pixels, 8K offers unparalleled clarity and sharpness, even on the largest screens!
Well, it's true that for now, it's not as widespread as 4K, but this still-emerging technology promises to further revolutionize the video production industry in the years to come.
8K
3,840 pixels wide and 2,160 pixels high
👀 UHD, also known as 4K, has been a real game-changer for image quality. With a resolution four times greater than Full HD, that is 3840x2160 pixels, it's absolute clarity.
You get all the details, even the finest ones, and you can zoom or crop without losing quality, it's really top-notch. In short, it offers you increased flexibility for editing.
UHD
4,096 pixels wide and 2,160 pixels high
4K is a bit like UHD but with a slightly different resolution, 4096x2160 pixels. It's what cinema and TV pros use to get super sharp images and exceptional image quality on big screens.
4K has become a preferred choice for filmmakers and professional videographers keen on capturing every detail with maximum precision.
So, if you want to capture every detail with maximum precision, 4K is what you need ⚡️.
4K
1,920 wide and 1,080 pixels high
Full HD, or 1080p, was the logical successor to HD. With this resolution increase - 1920x1080 pixels - the images were even more beautiful and detailed.
You have access to total immersion in the image. Quickly, it became the standard for TVs, cameras, and even streaming views (all streaming devices)
FULL HD
1,080 pixels wide and 720 pixels high
With a resolution of 1280x720 pixels, you could get super sharp images on many screens, whether it's TVs or computers. But hey, let's not kid ourselves, with new technologies and everyone wanting even more quality, HD quickly became outdated 👋.
HD
Some consumer cameras and high-end smartphones shoot in Ultra HD (3,840 x 2,160 pixels).
UHD is very close to 4K in terms of definition, it’s just that manufacturers often use the term “4K”.
🎥 Filming in 4K
for better image quality
Filming in 4K allows you to capture 4 times more information, giving you better sharpness and definition. Shooting in 4K therefore allows you to obtain an image with a much greater degree of detail, even if your achievement will be presented in 1080p.
🙆♀️ Stabilize your image
in post-production image quality
This quadrupled resolution also gives you more leeway in post-production, allowing you to liven up your shots.
You can zoom without losing quality and make tighter shots. And the icing on the cake, it also allows you to create zooming shots (from left to right, from bottom to top, etc.) within the video.
📸 Capture a decisive moment
Beautiful photos exist in your films. By shooting in 4K, you’ll be able to capture a decisive moment in your video and get quality photography ! And if you’re shooting in low-light or backlit conditions, LumiMakr Photo solution (to be released later this year) will enable you to enhance your photos with innovative HDR technology.
In conclusion:
More and more 4K and even 8K screens are being developed, with a resolution 16 times higher than HD. If you want to broadcast videos taken today in the future, you won’t regret your decision to go 4K ⚡.
Filming in 4K offers many advantages over lower resolutions. Whether it’s capturing precise details, offering increased flexibility during editing, or ensuring optimal quality on large screens, 4K is a wise choice for quality-conscious videographers.
As technology continues to progress with the emergence of 8K, it is clear that the pursuit of the best possible image quality remains a constant priority in the world of video production.
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