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ACES Color Space
Core Term Definition
Academy Color Encoding System, an open, device-independent color management standard for high-fidelity work.
Technical Analysis & Context
Developed by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, ACES provides a massive color gamut that encompasses the entire visible spectrum. It ensures that colors captured by scanners remain absolutely consistent across grading monitors, VFX pipelines, and final theatrical projections.