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Raw Video

Video recorded as minimally processed sensor data, with white balance, colour and tone left adjustable afterwards.

Measured in MB/s

In depth

Raw video offers the same latitude in motion that raw stills offer in a single frame — white balance and ISO become adjustable decisions rather than baked-in choices. The cost is enormous data rates, demanding fast media and substantial processing power, which is why it is usually reserved for high-value work.

Examples in practice

Raw video lets a colourist correct a white balance error across an entire take without any quality penalty.