There have always been scenes with a wide contrast range impossible to capture, whether on film or on a digital sensor.
Technology keeps on advancing and the Nikon D90, D700 and D3 are proof of great improvements but ... it is still hard to completely reproduce what our incredibly adaptable eyes can see under tough light conditions.
When neutral density graduated filters are hard to apply, High Dynamic Range Advanced Technique (HDR for short) comes to the rescue.
How to make it work for you and what software tools further help while keeping a natural look is what this forum is all about.
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