How is an HDR image created?

An HDR (High Dynamic Range) image is created by taking several photographs at different exposure levels. This technique captures the full range of light in a scene, from the darkest shadows to the brightest highlights. Using varying exposure levels allows the photographer to ensure that details in both dark and light areas are preserved, which a single photo might not be able to achieve due to limits in dynamic range of the camera sensor.

These multiple images are later combined using software that aligns them and merges the information, resulting in a final photograph that showcases a more comprehensive range of colors and detail, representing a scene in a way that more closely resembles what the human eye can perceive.

Utilizing high-speed shutter settings, editing images with filters, or combining macro and wide-angle photography does not inherently contribute to the HDR process, as they involve different techniques and objectives in photography.