Skydome HDRI - Sunset Clouds V

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Introduction The Skydome HDRI-brand showcases a collection of high-dynamic range images that capture only the sky-portion of an outdoor setting. Typically, the qualities selected under this brand are cloudy and detailed skies that demonstrate natural exterior lighting with no artificial sources. The images successfully capture all spheres of natural lighting. Description This collection features a few sunset clouds captured in high detail for use in image-based lighting. Since the top half of the HDRI-sphere is shot, users should leave the "Spherical: full-dome" option unchecked when using VrayLight with Dome-setting enabled. Resolution The massive resolution of 12579×3032 allows the sky to be rendered directly from the viewport with considerable detail, even in renders as wide as 8000 pixels. Backplates 18-megapixel processed backplates are included for better compositing freedom. These backplates were obtained by straightening distortion from images taken with an 8mm Samyang fisheye lens. Exposure 7-step 2-EV settings were used via the Magic Lantern HDR-Bracketing Feature to capture a range of exposure values. HDR-rig A DIY no-parallax rig was built on top of a basic tripod for capturing the high-dynamic range images. Camera The Canon EOS 60D camera was used to take the HDRI images. Lens The Samyang f3.5/8mm fisheye lens provided an extremely wide horizontal field of view, measuring 180 degrees. Usage These HDR-images are commonly used in a variety of 3D-formats to produce physically accurate lighting conditions. They can be used to recreate the lighting present in the scene which was captured from the panorama. The most common usage is for achieving lifelike light conditions in architectural renders, but they can also be used in other 3D-scenes where you want to add a bit of life and realism. About HDRI For more information about high-dynamic range imaging, visit http://northlogicvfx.com/2013/10/30/about-hdr/. About the usage of HDRI in 3DS Max and VRay For more information on using HDR-images in 3DS Max and VRay, visit http://northlogicvfx.com/2013/10/30/hdr-in-vray-and-3ds-max/. Note: The backplates provided are based on images taken with the 8mm Samyang fisheye lens and have been processed to remove excessive curvature.