HDR

HDR stands for High Dynamic Range. This is the hottest new trend in imaging that has become popular amongst professional and home photographers. HDR image can capture greater dynamic range in comparison to standard camera. HDR images are created using digital cameras. HDR image files accurately encode the extreme luminance of very dark and very light areas of any scene without any visible data loss. Furthermore, HDR image process is able to store values ranging from 1x10exp (+/-37). The range of HDR image process is so large that programmers do not have to set values of their image to a fixed max value. This is the main advantage associated with HDR.

HDR photography has become very popular amongst photographers as it allows them to capture greater range of tonal detail. HDR image technique is used in films, panoramas, and computer games. This technique is used in films to compose computer graphic images into real scenes. HDR imaging is very helpful in the creation of panoramic images, which often have a huge dynamic range. You will find HDR imaging becoming more and more popular in computer games. HDR texture maps and lighting effects are commonly used in many high-end games to create dynamic and interesting lighting effects.

If you are interested in HDR photography, you will need the following-

• A digital camera that allows you to change the shutter speed manually. Though you can let the focus stay on auto.
  
• A tripod. If you want your HDR images to come out perfect, you need to take several shots of the same scene. HDR works best with non-moving images.
  
• Latest version of Photoshop- very important HDR software.
  
• Photomix.
  

HDR technology has become popular in camcorders also. The latest Sony HDR camcorders- HDR-CX7, HDR-SR7, and HDR-SR5, come with Advanced Video Codec High Definition technology. Sony HDR camera offers HD recording and features SuperSteady Shot optical image stabilization. These models offer high resolution and smear free pictures.

If you are new to the world of HDR photography, you should familiarize your self with two of the most popular software used for image editing. Artizen HDR offers one-in-all HDR and LDR solution for both professional and home photographers. With Artizen HDR you get-

• 8bit, 16bit and 32bit Image Editor.
  
• Offers unlimited multiprocessor support.
  
• Batch processor
  
• Icon creator
  
• Artistic painter
  
• Screen capture tool, and much more.
  

Besides Artizen you can also check out HDR Shop for image editing. If you want to learn in depth, there are many tutorials available on the net. HDR will change the way you take pictures.