HDR Video Metrics

In this chapter we present an introduction to HDR image and video quality assessment fields. We discuss full-, no-, and reduced-reference metrics, including perceptually motivated methods. We describe two existing full-reference HDR video quality metrics in detail. Furthermore, we introduce the emerging field of data-driven metrics. Finally, we conclude with the outlook of future development and research.

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