HDR (Radiance) stores high-dynamic-range lighting data, common for environment maps and 3D lighting.
HDR opens in Photoshop, Blender and HDR-capable viewers.
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Work with the format in editors like Photoshop and GIMP.
Keep memories and assets in a widely-readable form.
| ✔ Strengths | ✖ Limitations |
|---|---|
| Purpose-built for its niche | No transparency support |
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HDR (Radiance) stores high-dynamic-range lighting data, common for environment maps and 3D lighting.
HDR opens in Photoshop, Blender and HDR-capable viewers.
HDR is optimised for its specific use rather than strictly lossless storage.
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No — HDR doesn't store transparency; convert to PNG or WEBP if you need it.