dynamic range

noun

: the ratio of the strongest to the weakest sound intensity that can be transmitted or reproduced by an audio or broadcasting system

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While the Studio Display had higher standard dynamic range (SDR) brightness in our testing, the PA32UCDM did well in high dynamic range (HDR), which the Studio Display does not support. PC Magazine, 11 June 2025 The latest Select series will now include a mixture of HD, full HD and native 4K models, with support for the premium HDR10+ high dynamic range format and Dolby Audio available on the 4K sets, while the Select series range of sizes has been expanded to run all the way from 24- to 85-inches. John Archer, Forbes.com, 10 June 2025 The screen is a massive 7.9 inch LCD display (up from its predecessor’s 6.2) that utilizes HDR (high dynamic range) and 1080p resolution to deliver high-definition gaming in the palm of your hand. Christopher Cruz, Rolling Stone, 5 June 2025 The sensor on the Nikon Z fc produces sharp images and we were particularly impressed with its dynamic range during testing. Rowena Cockett, Space.com, 26 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for dynamic range

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First Known Use

1917, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of dynamic range was in 1917

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“Dynamic range.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dynamic%20range. Accessed 30 Jun. 2025.

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