In recent years, high dynamic range (HDR) has been improved enormously. The capability of cameras and displays to reproduce small differences in luminance levels is constantly growing. However, we are still dealing with a limitation of the human visual system (HVS) known as the simultaneous contrast range (SCR). Compared to earlier studies, this paper focuses on real-world scenarios for evaluating the SCR. In natural images, bright highlights, especially in HDR, can limit the eyes' sensitivity […]

Immersive technologies offer new approaches for engaging audiences and providing visual information, whether for entertainment or more practical applications. To ensure that the content maintains the intended appearance across different devices and environments, one of the key challenges is accurate color management. In this paper, we discuss the challenges that have to be overcome to create color-accurate immersive experiences at a cinematic quality level. We propose workflows for efficiently […]

The National Hot Rod Association (NHRA) approached Dolby Laboratories in early 2017 to explore what value immersive audio might bring to the NHRA’s television broadcasts. After site visits, audio captures, video production analysis, and production tests, a hybrid production strategy leveraging conventional live and cinematic post-production methodologies using both the static placement of objects and the dynamic panning of audio objects in the immersive space and in realtime was employed. […]

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