Zebra patterning
This article is about the zebra pattern as used in videography. For other types and uses of zebra stripes and patterns, see Zebra stripe (disambiguation).
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Picture of Mendelssohn statue with zebra patterning
Zebra patterning (or zebra stripes) is a feature found on some prosumer and most professional video cameras to aid in correct exposure. When enabled, areas of the image over a certain threshold are filled with a striped or cross-hatch pattern to dramatically highlight areas where too much light is falling on the image sensor. Often, a threshold level can be set, e.g. 70%, 80%, 90%, or 100% (with 100% meaning pure white, or over-exposed, AKA 100 IRE). A lower threshold like 70-80% can help correctly expose many skin tones, while higher numbers help ensure correct overall scene exposure.[1][2][3][4][5][6]
References
- ↑ "Zebra Stripes". MediaCollege.com. Wavelength Media. Retrieved May 25, 2016.
- ↑ Using Zebras for correct exposure. Tube Shooter. UK. August 3, 2013. Retrieved May 25, 2016.
- ↑ Ward, Peter (2013). "Basic Betacam Camerawork". Taylor & Francis. p. 76-77. ISBN 9781136049545. Retrieved May 25, 2016 – via Google Books.
- ↑ Friedman, Gary L. (2014). The Complete Guide to Sony's A6000 Camera (B&W edition). Lulu.com. p. 30-31. ISBN 9781312318793. Retrieved May 25, 2016 – via Google Books.
- ↑ Ortega, Vicente Rodríguez; Delgado, Francisco Utray. "Fundamentals of shooting with digital video cameras" (PDF). Universidad Carlos III de Madrid. p. 3.
- ↑ Burley, Shane (October 23, 2009). Callow, Rhonda, ed. "What are Zebra Stripes in Digital Video?". Bright Hub. Retrieved May 25, 2016.
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