Camera Dynamic Range Secrets

🎙️ Episode Title: Understanding Dynamic Range 

In this episode of The cNomadic Trail, we dive into the concept of dynamic range—the spectrum of brightness your camera can capture from deep shadows to bright highlights. We break down how our eyes perceive far more range than most cameras, and why expanding your camera’s dynamic range can make all the difference in preserving detail.

Based on this video: https://youtu.be/FFm679AgUTw

You’ll also learn about the role of middle gray as a key reference point for exposure, how different camera formats interpret it, and how shifting your ISO away from its native value can impact where your dynamic range falls—sometimes favoring shadow detail at the cost of highlights. Whether you’re new to cinematography or refining your technical skillset, this episode will help you understand how dynamic range affects every shot you take.