Dolby Vision

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Dolby Vision is a high-dynamic-range (HDR) imaging technology that enhances video with greater brightness, contrast, and color accuracy for a more lifelike viewing experience.

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Predicate Object
instanceOf high-dynamic-range imaging technology
video technology
abbreviation Dolby Vision self-linksurface differs
surface form: Dolby Vision HDR
bitDepthSupport up to 12-bit color
category proprietary HDR format
colorSpaceSupport Rec. 2020
comparedTo HDR10
component Dolby Vision self-linksurface differs
surface form: Dolby Vision decoder

Dolby Vision encoder
content mapping unit (CMU)
developer Dolby Laboratories
differenceFrom HDR10 uses dynamic metadata per scene or frame
feature backward compatibility with SDR via base layer in some profiles
frame-by-frame tone mapping
scene-by-scene tone mapping
field digital imaging
high-dynamic-range video
home entertainment
license requires licensing from Dolby Laboratories
metadataType dynamic HDR metadata
peakBrightnessTarget up to 10,000 nits (theoretical mastering)
profileExample Profile 5 (single-layer, streaming-focused)
Profile 7 (dual-layer, disc and broadcast-focused)
purpose enhance color accuracy
enhance video brightness
enhance video contrast
provide more lifelike viewing experience
requires Dolby Vision-capable display for full experience
Dolby Vision-compatible playback device
Dolby Vision-enabled content
supportedBy OLED TVs
surface form: LG OLED TVs (selected models)

Xbox One
surface form: Microsoft Xbox One S|X (for video)

Xbox Series X/S
surface form: Microsoft Xbox Series X|S

Bravia
surface form: Sony TVs (selected models)

TCL TVs (selected models)
Vizio
surface form: Vizio TVs (selected models)
supports dynamic metadata
multiple profiles for different devices and workflows
typicalMasteringRange 1,000–4,000 nits
useCase PC monitors and laptops
Ultra HD Blu-ray discs
broadcast and OTT delivery
cinema projection (Dolby Vision Cinema)
consumer televisions
game consoles
smartphones and tablets
streaming video services
usedBy Amazon Prime Video
surface form: Amazon Prime Video (selected titles)

Apple TV+
Disney+
Netflix

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Dolby Vision abbreviation Dolby Vision self-linksurface differs
this entity surface form: Dolby Vision HDR
Dolby Vision component Dolby Vision self-linksurface differs
this entity surface form: Dolby Vision decoder
NYSE:DLB hasTechnology Dolby Vision
subject surface form: Dolby Laboratories, Inc.
this entity surface form: Dolby Vision HDR
Windows 11 includesFeature Dolby Vision
this entity surface form: Auto HDR
NYSE:DLB knownFor Dolby Vision
subject surface form: Dolby Laboratories, Inc.
Dolby Laboratories notableFor Dolby Vision
this entity surface form: Dolby Vision high dynamic range video
Dolby Laboratories products Dolby Vision
Apple TV supports Dolby Vision
Apple TV+ supports Dolby Vision
Nvidia Shield TV supports Dolby Vision
OLED TVs supports Dolby Vision
subject surface form: OLED TV
this entity surface form: Dolby Vision (model-dependent)
tvOS supports Dolby Vision
this entity surface form: Dolby Vision (on supported hardware)
Fire TV supportsFeature Dolby Vision
Chromecast supportsHDRFormat Dolby Vision
this entity surface form: Dolby Vision (depending on model)
QLED televisions supportsStandard Dolby Vision
this entity surface form: Dolby Vision in some brands
Sky Glass supportsStandard Dolby Vision
Dolby Cinema usesTechnology Dolby Vision
Dolby Cinema videoFormat Dolby Vision