HDR streaming arrives — first impressions 2016

[DVR_Dan]

Hi everyone! Starting this thread to discuss the topic and hear from others with similar experiences. Happy to answer questions and share more details if needed.

 

[DaveStreamer]

HDR10 streaming launched and the difference was immediately visible.

 

[CindyApps]

HDR is more impactful than 4K resolution in my opinion.

 

[mark_wifi]

Agree. On a calibrated display HDR makes standard dynamic range look flat.

 

[PaulHD]

The peak brightness on OLED TVs with HDR content was jaw-dropping.

 

[TV_Tim]

HDR requires proper TV calibration to look good. Vivid mode is the wrong choice.

 

[PaulHD]

Many people watched HDR content on a TV still in shop mode. Terrible.

 

[chris_tv]

Cinema or HDR calibrated mode is the right choice for HDR streaming.

 

[jake_m]

Dolby Vision vs HDR10 debate started in 2016.

 

[SupportAlex]

HLG is the broadcast HDR format that streaming apps started supporting later.

 

[chris_tv]

Dolby Vision has dynamic metadata — adjusts per scene. HDR10 is static.

 

[AdminSarah]

For most content HDR10 looks excellent. Dolby Vision is noticeably better on some content.

 

[NetNerd92]

2016 was when streaming quality started matching physical media for most people.

 

[BufferBuster]

Great nostalgia thread. 2016 was an exciting year for streaming quality.