Does Clipchamp Support HDR Video and Photos?
Question details
The user wants to know if Clipchamp supports importing, editing, or exporting HDR (High Dynamic Range) video and photo assets.

- Product
- Clipchamp
- Device & OS
- not provided
- Scenario
- Importing and editing high-resolution media assets up to 4K in Clipchamp.
- Observed behavior
- Clipchamp currently does not support HDR videos or photos natively, requiring users to request the feature or find workarounds.
Before importing media into Clipchamp, check the color profile of your video or photo assets to ensure they are in Standard Dynamic Range (SDR) for proper color rendering.
Use SDR Media and Submit an HDR Feature Request
Since Clipchamp does not support HDR formats, you should use standard media and submit a request to the development team to prioritize future HDR support.
Currently, Clipchamp is designed to process videos and images in Standard Dynamic Range (SDR). Attempting to import HDR files may result in incorrect color processing, such as washed-out or heavily contrasted footage.
To help bring HDR capabilities to the platform, Microsoft encourages users to utilize the Windows Feedback Hub.
Use a third-party video conversion tool to convert your HDR video files into SDR before importing them into your Clipchamp timeline.
Press the Windows key, type 'Feedback Hub', and open the application on your PC.
Click on 'Report a problem' or 'Suggest a feature', select Clipchamp as the category, and detail your need for HDR video and photo support.
Search for 'Clipchamp HDR' in the Feedback Hub and upvote existing requests to increase visibility for the development team.

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Frequently Asked Questions
Why do my HDR videos look washed out in Clipchamp?
Because Clipchamp currently does not support High Dynamic Range (HDR) color profiles, it cannot properly map the colors. This causes HDR footage to appear washed out, gray, or improperly exposed. You must convert the footage to Standard Dynamic Range (SDR) before importing.
Can I edit 4K videos in Clipchamp without HDR?
Yes, Clipchamp fully supports importing, editing, and exporting 4K resolution videos. As long as your 4K media is in Standard Dynamic Range (SDR) and uses a supported codec like H.264, it will work seamlessly.
When will Clipchamp add support for HDR photos and videos?
Microsoft has not announced an official timeline for HDR support in Clipchamp. Users are encouraged to vote for this feature in the Windows Feedback Hub, as user demand heavily influences their development roadmap.




