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The video, presented by John, delves into various technical aspects and personal experiences related to HDR video editing and viewing. John provides an update on DaVinci Resolve 17, highlighting its advanced HDR grading tools and his preference for using it over Final Cut Pro. He discusses the practical challenges of watching HDR content on devices like the iPhone XS, Galaxy S20 Plus, and LG OLED TVs, noting issues such as auto-dimming and the impact of ambient light on display accuracy. The video also examines the darker appearance of HDR movies on Netflix, attributing it to factors like backward compatibility with SDR screens and the cinematic preferences of directors. John shares specific examples, including the series "Altered Carbon," to illustrate the effect of lighting in creating impactful visual experiences. The segment concludes with recommendations for viewers to engage with the channel for more content.
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In this part of the video, John introduces the main topics he will discuss, including an update on DaVinci Resolve 17, his experience watching HDR videos on smartphones, and why HDR movies on Netflix appear so dark. He mentions a delay of one to two weeks before local shops will have the Resolve speed editor available, which is essential for quick editing in DaVinci Resolve. He expresses excitement about Devialet Resolve’s HDR grading tools and his preference for it over Final Cut Pro for HDR video editing. Additionally, John demonstrates an issue with the auto dimming feature on his LG OLED television causing the screen to get increasingly dim during his videos, explaining he may need to order an LG service remote to address this problem.
00:03:00
In this part of the video, the speaker discusses using an app to access the service menu on LG televisions to disable auto-dimming, which is beneficial for editing on LG OLED TVs. The speaker also shares their experiences watching HDR content on various devices like the iPhone XS, Galaxy S20 Plus, and Galaxy Tab S7 in different lighting conditions. They found that HDR viewing in bright environments, like shops with large windows, provided a poor experience, and highlighted the importance of viewing environments on display accuracy. The segment concludes with a mention of DisplayMate’s assertion that all displays are most accurate in absolute darkness.
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In this segment of the video, the discussion centers around improving the image and picture quality of OLED and LCD mobile displays, emphasizing the importance of screen readability in ambient light. The focus is on reducing screen reflectance and implementing dynamic color management to enhance image contrast, color saturation, and accuracy. The Samsung S20 Plus is highlighted for its exceptional color accuracy. Subsequently, the video addresses the challenges of watching HDR videos on smartphones in non-ideal lighting conditions and transitions to discussing the issue of HDR movies appearing excessively dark. The presenter recounts personal experiences with overly dark scenes in Netflix’s “Altered Carbon” on an LG OLED TV, highlighting viewer complaints about visibility.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker addresses why Netflix movies appear so dark. They suggest that one reason might be backward compatibility, where HDR content is matched to SDR screens, leading to dimmer images. Another possibility is that directors and producers prefer a darker, more cinematic look, though the speaker notes that movie theaters are typically dimmer and still visible. Furthermore, consumer TVs often max out at 1,000 nits, but most HDR content is graded around this level, and very few TVs can reach 4,000 nits, possibly contributing to the darker appearance on home screens.
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In this part of the video, the speaker discusses how lighting affects the impact of scenes in dystopian science fiction movies like “Altered Carbon.” They explain that bright flashes of light or light fixtures are more effective and impressive against very dark backgrounds compared to brighter settings. The speaker then mentions their opinion that such shows need not be as dark as they often are. They conclude the segment by encouraging viewers to like the video, subscribe for more content, and bid farewell until the next episode.