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Color Picker - Gamut Analysis

Hex: #00c800
Saturation: 100%
Lightness: 39%
This color may appear more vivid in Adobe RGB or Display P3

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Gamut Comparison Diagram

CIE xy chromaticity diagram showing color space coverage. Larger triangles = wider gamut.

Color Space Details

sRGB

Standard for web and most consumer devices. If unsure, use sRGB.

  • Best for: Web, social media, consumer prints
  • Gamut: Smallest, but universally supported
  • Coverage: ~72% of Adobe RGB, ~35% of ProPhoto

Display P3

Used by Apple devices and modern HDR displays. 25% wider than sRGB.

  • Best for: Apple ecosystem, HDR content, modern web
  • Gamut: ~25% larger than sRGB
  • Tip: CSS supports color(display-p3 r g b)

Adobe RGB

Wider gamut for professional photography, especially greens and cyans.

  • Best for: Professional printing, fine art
  • Gamut: ~35% larger than sRGB
  • Caution: Convert to sRGB for web sharing

ProPhoto RGB

Extremely wide gamut for RAW processing. Contains imaginary colors.

  • Best for: RAW editing, archival, maximum flexibility
  • Gamut: Exceeds human vision in some areas
  • Caution: Always use 16-bit; convert before output

Rec. 2020 (BT.2020)

Ultra HD and HDR video standard. Very wide gamut for future displays.

  • Best for: 4K/8K video, HDR content
  • Gamut: ~75% of human visible spectrum
  • Note: Few displays can show full gamut yet

CMYK

Subtractive color for commercial printing. Smaller than sRGB in bright colors.

  • Best for: Offset printing, commercial print
  • Gamut: Smaller than sRGB for saturated colors
  • Tip: Let print shops handle conversion when possible

Color Management Tips

  • Always embed profiles: Include ICC profiles in your files
  • Calibrate your monitor: Use hardware calibration for accuracy
  • Soft proof before printing: Preview how colors will shift
  • Keep masters in wide gamut: Edit in Adobe RGB or ProPhoto, convert on export
  • For web: Export as sRGB for compatibility (or Display P3 for modern browsers)
  • For print: Use Adobe RGB for maximum color fidelity