Understanding 10K Resolution
10K resolution refers to a horizontal display resolution of approximately 10,000 pixels. Unlike 4K UHD and 8K UHD, there is no standardized definition for 10K resolutions in the UHDTV broadcast standard. The first demonstrations of 10K displays featured ultrawide “21:9” screens with a resolution of 10240 × 4320, matching the vertical resolution of 8K UHD.
History of 10K Displays
On June 5, 2015, the Chinese manufacturer BOE showcased a 10K display with a unique aspect ratio of 64:27 (approximately 21:9) and a resolution of 10240 × 4320.
In November 2016, the Consumer Technology Association (CTA) released CTA-861-G, an update to the standard for digital video transmission formats, adding support for 10K resolution at up to 120 Hz.
The announcement of HDMI version 2.1 on January 4, 2017, further reinforced this trend, as it included support for all formats listed in the CTA-861-G standard, including 10K at 120 Hz. This version also introduced a new Ultra High Speed HDMI cable, capable of a bandwidth of up to 48 Gbit/s. For video formats exceeding 8K resolution, Display Stream Compression (DSC) 1.2a is utilized featuring 4:2:0 chroma subsampling.
In gaming, 10K resolutions can also be observed; players of Minecraft utilizing the OptiFine mod often capture high-resolution screenshots.
Cameras Capable of 10K Resolution
As of 2021, several manufacturers, including Phase One, Fujifilm, Hasselblad, and Sony, produce photo cameras capable of resolutions of 10K and higher. While some companies create sensors with this capability, they are typically restricted to scientific or industrial applications and are not widely available to the public.
Notably, Blackmagic Design stands out as the only company producing a video camera, the URSA Mini Pro 12K, which can film in resolutions of 10K or higher.
Related Topics
- Ultrawide formats
References
For more information, visit the HDMI official site.