14-bit vs 16 bit raw

1. Is 14-bit RAW good?
2. Is 16-bit color better?
3. What is 16-bit RAW?
4. Is higher color depth better?

Is 14-bit RAW good?

14-bit uncompressed – The best option most cameras offer (though some ultra-high-end models do have 16-bit RAW files, but they usually cost more than a new car) stores 16,384 tonal values for each color per pixel and does not throw any away, giving you the highest possible amount of information, to work with in post- ...

Is 16-bit color better?

In most cases it's better to work with 16-bit color because you'll have more options available in Photoshop, your computer will be faster, and the files will be smaller.

What is 16-bit RAW?

A 16-Bit Linear RAW file can describe a maximum of 16 stops of dynamic range. But watch out! That is the maximum dynamic range the camera can describe and NOT the actual dynamic range that the sensor can capture (which is lower than that).

Is higher color depth better?

The information, in a number of bits, represents how many colors the pixel can display. The higher the number of colors a pixel has the ability to display, the better the tone and clarity of the photo.