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

Examples of dynamic range in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web What sets the Action 5 Pro apart from the Action 4 and other action cameras is its tremendous low light capabilities and dynamic range. Ben Sin, Forbes, 10 Oct. 2024 The dynamic range is outstanding and the autofocus is plenty snappy. Scott Gilbertson, WIRED, 10 Oct. 2024 The synth lines are bright and punchy but retain adequate nuance to provide a dynamic range. PCMAG, 7 Oct. 2024 The dynamic range has been pulled back, and a hefty amount of image processing is going on to offer a smooth look to the pictures. Ewan Spence, Forbes, 30 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for dynamic range 

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Word History

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 24 Oct. 2024.

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