Netflix is available to navigate those specific image capture decisions. We understand that limited use of non-approved cameras may be necessary in certain situations. This article also provides best practices in an effort to help productions avoid common image capture pitfalls or errors. These evaluations help our partners know they’re using the best and most appropriate capture technology when telling their stories.įor more on why Netflix has an approved camera list see 'Approved Cameras - Behind the Scenes.' Approved cameras have been evaluated by Netflix technologists to ensure they meet image capture benchmarks for dynamic range, color accuracy, detail rendition, signal to noise ratio, resolution, and key workflow requirements.

We collaborate extensively with the creative community, camera manufacturers, and globally recognized experts to approve cameras that support reliable and flexible production workflows. For nonfiction content, this threshold may be more flexible.

To help creatives produce their best work and create compelling visual experiences for our audience, Netflix requires 90% of a program’s final total runtime to be captured on approved cameras using the following capture requirements.

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