*This is a Chinese-translated press release for global release. Actual product launch information shall be subject to the announcement version of each market*
The fields of photography and film production are constantly evolving, and the birth of new technologies continues to push the envelope. The latest example is 8K resolution video, which displays ultra-fine details and clarity that were unimaginable in the past. With the birth of 8K, film creators and photographers can capture images with extreme precision and realism whether on or in the sea, creating a truly immersive viewing experience for smart display viewers.
▲Pawel Achtel is a world-renowned expert in underwater photography. He has more than 35 years of experience, accumulated more than 5,000 diving records, and has traveled from the equator to the Antarctic.
Pawel Achtel is a world-renowned underwater photographer with more than 35 years of experience and more than 5,000 dive records, spanning the equator to the Antarctic. It is such a brilliant diving experience that has enriched his photography works and attracted the attention of film and television giants including the National Geographic Channel, BBC and Discovery. His photographic works not only provide a unique perspective of the underwater world, but also demonstrate his expertise in the design and manufacturing of advanced photographic equipment. He also participated in the production of the movie “Avatar: Water Path”, shooting underwater scenes with 8K resolution.
Samsung News Center specially interviewed Pawel Achtel to share the exciting details of underwater photography and discuss how Samsung’s Neo QLED 8K smart display series products are redefining the current situation of video creators and home viewers.
▲Example of Pavel Achtel’s photography work, capturing the majestic figure of a big-finned whale at close range.
8K technology subverts the definition of underwater photography
When it comes to areas such as underwater photography where vision is the basic element, Samsung Neo QLED 8K smart display is absolutely indispensable. Not only does it allow the viewer to truly feel like they are inside the scene, it also allows the film’s creators to examine footage shot in the water in detail.
▲ Underwater photographers face many challenges, including ocean currents and light refraction factors that make the optical environment significantly different from shooting on the ground. But Achtel focused on overcoming obstacles and creating “beautiful images.” (Video source:Linking）
Due to the influence of natural variables such as ocean currents and light refraction, it is very difficult to shoot underwater with pure 8K image quality. However, Achtel added: “When all the conditions are in place, the results can be astonishingly spectacular.”
Although advanced technologies such as diving lenses can assist in shooting, the high resolution and clarity of the Neo QLED 8K smart display allows video creators such as Achtel to carefully examine the minute details of underwater scenes. After such careful review, it can help improve the sharpness after shooting and improve other image quality problems, effectively overcoming the challenge of underwater light.
▲Samsung’s Neo QLED 8K can help photographers carefully examine details and improve photo quality.
“The underwater world is elusive, and image creators have a rare opportunity to give viewers a close look at what’s beneath the surface that people might not see elsewhere,” said Achtel. “That makes these shots interesting. , fascinating because it shows in stunning detail an environment that is completely foreign to people.”
Samsung released the latest Neo QLED 8K smart display equipped with the new NQ8 AI Gen3 processor at CES 2024, bringing a cinematic viewing experience into the home and setting off a hot topic. Achtel was also amazed by the functions of the new smart display, praising it as a “revolutionary progress.”
He particularly appreciated the built-in functions such as 8K AI Upscaling Pro and AI Motion Enhancer Pro (Note 1) on certain Neo QLED 8K smart display models, which fully demonstrate Samsung’s commitment to creating outstanding visual effects. Achtel said: “I saw these advanced features first-hand at CES 2024, so I can safely say that these features really enhance the sense of realism and immersion.”
However, for this underwater photographer, the real advantage of 8K lies in the seamless integration of production process and viewing technology, opening up a new page in content creation and consumption.
Immersive 8K Home Theater
The development and application of 8K photography equipment continues to grow, and it also drives the rise of content creation that fully embraces the potential of 8K resolution. 8K presents unparalleled realism and stunning picture quality, becoming an important tool for image storytelling, especially for content that requires powerful visual effects.
Taking underwater scenes that often need to be played at a slower speed as an example, 8K can give viewers time to adapt to unfamiliar environments and see wonderful details that would be overlooked in other image qualities.
▲ Various factors, including ocean currents and light refraction, have repeatedly challenged photographers to capture clear and beautiful underwater images.
On the Neo QLED 8K smart display, viewers can enjoy “excellent color accuracy” and “detailed depictions of detailed scenes” at different depths in the ocean. From calm blue waters to vivid, bright hues of fish and coral reefs, Achtel attributes the appeal of his 8K underwater imagery to the variety of eye-catching colors and patterns. After the birth of Neo QLED 8K smart display, the advantages extend beyond the content of the work.
He explained: “From a viewing perspective, the Neo QLED 8K smart display is an important step in bringing the 8K ecosystem into the audience. It not only presents content with excellent clarity, but also can upgrade lower-resolution images to nearly 8K The picture quality creates the highest level of immersive viewing experience.”
The Neo QLED 8K smart display is equipped with an upgraded version of neural network and advanced AI image upscaling technology, which can provide high-end image quality and enhance the viewing experience, even if the content was not originally shot in 8K. The combination of advanced image quality and larger screen size opens up new possibilities for home viewing and delivers an experience that rivals traditional large-screen devices.
In the ever-changing field of visual storytelling, Samsung has strengthened the ability of smart displays to handle non-8K content, creating great benefits and further inspiring image creators to pursue higher-quality content.
“After all, having devices with advanced visual experiences and immersive features can help photographers create and view engaging content that resonates deeply with their audiences,” said Achtel.
▲AI Motion Enhancer Pro helps create a smoother 8K viewing experience, not only suitable for underwater scenes, but also for showing clips of dancers dancing on stage, orsporting eventsWaiting for fast-paced action scenes.
The role 8K technology plays in underwater photography and home entertainment perfectly demonstrates its revolutionary potential to not only enhance visual storytelling but also provide rich viewing experiences for audiences around the world.
To learn more about Samsung Neo QLED 8K smart display, please visitsamsung.com。
Note 1: 8K AI Upscaling Pro and AI Motion Enhancer Pro are exclusive features of the QN900D model.
