A Video Engineering Guide to

Color Space

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The cameras used today encompass different standards and color spaces. Some output to a video curve, while some shoot RAW. There are significant differences between camera vendors and models. Sometimes video may be shot encoded (i.e. non-RAW) but with a log curve applied to pack the extended range into the smaller container of the video. This document provides basics and a discussion of the many facets of Color Space from a Video Engineering perspective for modern workflows.