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How Does a Digital Camera See color?

What is the science behind digital color exposure.

Aug 07, 2023
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Exploring the science behind digital color exposure?

Leica SL with it’s 24mpx CMOS Sensor

A few days ago I wrote an article about how traditional 35mm film sees color, you can check out that article here.

Let’s take a quick dive into how digital camera sensors read and interpret color, exploring the intricate process that turns light into vibrant hues.

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