All articles tagged with #raw photography
The article discusses the nature of unprocessed photos, emphasizing that all images undergo some form of processing, whether in sensor signal interpretation, demosaicing, or post-capture editing. It highlights the importance of understanding how raw sensor data is transformed into final images, the role of green in luminance, and the subjective nature of 'processing' and 'fakeness' in digital photography.
Darktable 5.4, an open-source RAW photography software, has improved its support for Wayland to match X11, along with new features like capture sharpening, a Blender-based tone mapper, support for multiple workspaces, and performance enhancements, making it more compatible with modern Linux distributions and cameras.
Photographer David Imel conducted a test comparing photos taken with a Leica M11 and an iPhone 17 Pro using RAW files to see if smartphone photos can match traditional cameras. The experiment highlighted that modern smartphone processing often lifts shadows and simplifies images, but with proper settings, smartphones can produce impressive results. The test demonstrated that while traditional cameras offer a better shooting experience, smartphones are capable of capturing high-quality images, especially in good lighting conditions.