Taking HDR in raw

[IDLaxStar]

So when taking multiple raw shots for an hdr, do you have to go edit each shot before you compile them?

 

[Bynx]

The workflow might vary here, but I would compile the raw files in Photomatix or similar program then when the HDR tiff is made I would then make my changes in Photoshop to that tiff file. When the changes have been made then I would convert to jpeg.

 

[ann]

If you have PS, you can take all the RAW files and make all the correction; i.e.dust to one image and apply it to all of the files at one time.

I change mine to Tiff and then use what ever software needed and leave them in Tiff thoughtout the whole process including printing.

Others may wish to change to jpeg, which of course is ok and their decision.

If you are having noise issues, it is best to run the files through a noise reduction program BEFORE using your HDR program.
we all have different methods of working, and as i have said before there is always more than one way to work .

I always tell my students; put 5 photographers in a room, ask them a question and you will get 10 answers and everyone will fight to the end "theirs" is the best answer

 

[MCPorche]

My opinion of Raw vs Jpg is this...

My camera is going to capture every single image in Raw format. Eventually, I'm going to end up with a JPG

The question is...Do I want my camera to convert it for me? Or do I want to be in control of the conversion myself?