Open HDR standard using static metadata with 10-bit color depth and PQ transfer function.
Definition
HDR10 is the open, royalty-free HDR standard supported by most HDR displays and content providers. It uses static metadata that applies to the entire content.
Practical Application
HDR10 is the base standard: every HDR-capable device supports it. UHD Blu-ray uses HDR10. Streaming services offer HDR10 as a fallback when Dolby Vision is not available.
Technical Details
EOTF: SMPTE ST 2084 (PQ). Color Space: Rec.2020 Container. Bit Depth: 10-bit. Static Metadata: MaxCLL, MaxFALL, Master Display Luminance. No licensing fees, hence universal support.
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