HDR Image Comparison

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Example #18 occasionally produces images that are not well aligned with the given prompt.

Example #33 exhibits visible banding artifacts in the HDR image; this issue can be mitigated by performing inference with an FP32 model.

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Missing Images

No Finetuning	Linear Encoding	PQ Encoding	PU21 Encoding (Default)
Example #1 Sunlit desert dunes at high noon with crisp ripples, blazing highlights and hard-edged shadows
No Finetuning	Linear Encoding	PQ Encoding	PU21 Encoding (Default)
Example #2 a beautiful sunset at a beach with a palm tree
No Finetuning	Linear Encoding	PQ Encoding	PU21 Encoding (Default)
Example #3 A cathedral interior where morning sun streams through stained glass, casting vivid colored rays across the stone floor and deep shadows
No Finetuning	Linear Encoding	PQ Encoding	PU21 Encoding (Default)
Example #4 a photo of New York city at a full moon night
No Finetuning	Linear Encoding	PQ Encoding	PU21 Encoding (Default)
Example #5 Aurora borealis shimmering over a frozen lake at night with mirror-like reflections and crystal-clear stars
No Finetuning	Linear Encoding	PQ Encoding	PU21 Encoding (Default)
Example #6 A towering waterfall in bright sunlight forming a vivid rainbow in the mist, dark rocks in deep shadow
No Finetuning	Linear Encoding	PQ Encoding	PU21 Encoding (Default)
Example #7 a lit candle with the shape of bunny
No Finetuning	Linear Encoding	PQ Encoding	PU21 Encoding (Default)
Example #8 a stainless steel golf ball sculpture
No Finetuning	Linear Encoding	PQ Encoding	PU21 Encoding (Default)
Example #9 a wine glass on a wooden surface, illuminated by a warm light, creating reflections and shadows
No Finetuning	Linear Encoding	PQ Encoding	PU21 Encoding (Default)
Example #10 a bright living room with sunlight streaming through windows
No Finetuning	Linear Encoding	PQ Encoding	PU21 Encoding (Default)
Example #11 a rainy night city with lights reflecting on wet pavement
No Finetuning	Linear Encoding	PQ Encoding	PU21 Encoding (Default)
Example #12 A grand, dimly lit hall with a single candle in the foreground
No Finetuning	Linear Encoding	PQ Encoding	PU21 Encoding (Default)
Example #13 A quiet city street at dusk, lined with glowing street lamps and buildings in the background
No Finetuning	Linear Encoding	PQ Encoding	PU21 Encoding (Default)
Example #14 Inside a blue ice cave with translucent walls glowing from backlight, sparkling frost and dramatic contrast
No Finetuning	Linear Encoding	PQ Encoding	PU21 Encoding (Default)
Example #15 Modern kitchen with granite tops, stainless appliances, and pendant lights
No Finetuning	Linear Encoding	PQ Encoding	PU21 Encoding (Default)
Example #16 A glass of whiskey surrounded by empty glasses in a dimly lit bar
No Finetuning	Linear Encoding	PQ Encoding	PU21 Encoding (Default)
Example #17 galaxy in the sky
No Finetuning	Linear Encoding	PQ Encoding	PU21 Encoding (Default)
Example #18 a photo of the Cambridge University
No Finetuning	Linear Encoding	PQ Encoding	PU21 Encoding (Default)
Example #19 A warm, crackling fire with glowing logs burning brightly in a fireplace.
No Finetuning	Linear Encoding	PQ Encoding	PU21 Encoding (Default)
Example #20 A bright red firework bursting in the night sky, creating a dazzling display of light
No Finetuning	Linear Encoding	PQ Encoding	PU21 Encoding (Default)
Example #21 Sunbeams filtering through a misty redwood forest, bright shafts piercing deep green gloom and long shadows
No Finetuning	Linear Encoding	PQ Encoding	PU21 Encoding (Default)
Example #22 A thunderstorm with lightning striking behind a city skyline at night
No Finetuning	Linear Encoding	PQ Encoding	PU21 Encoding (Default)
Example #23 A river of glowing lava at night against dark volcanic rocks and smoke
No Finetuning	Linear Encoding	PQ Encoding	PU21 Encoding (Default)
Example #24 A lone torii gate rising from the waters, framed by clear skies and distant mountains
No Finetuning	Linear Encoding	PQ Encoding	PU21 Encoding (Default)
Example #25 Bioluminescent waves glowing on a beach under a starry sky
No Finetuning	Linear Encoding	PQ Encoding	PU21 Encoding (Default)
Example #26 A Moroccan riad courtyard at high noon, intricate lattice shadows from wooden screens across zellige tiles and a central fountain
No Finetuning	Linear Encoding	PQ Encoding	PU21 Encoding (Default)
Example #27 Backlit colored glass bottles on a windowsill with strong sunbeams and shadows
No Finetuning	Linear Encoding	PQ Encoding	PU21 Encoding (Default)
Example #28 Macro of a dewy spiderweb backlit at sunrise with sparkling highlights
No Finetuning	Linear Encoding	PQ Encoding	PU21 Encoding (Default)
Example #29 A neon-lit cyberpunk alley in the rain with wet pavement reflections and haze
No Finetuning	Linear Encoding	PQ Encoding	PU21 Encoding (Default)
Example #30 A metallic red sports car under showroom spotlights with glossy reflections
No Finetuning	Linear Encoding	PQ Encoding	PU21 Encoding (Default)
Example #31 A chrome motorcycle parked at night under streetlights with sharp specular highlights
No Finetuning	Linear Encoding	PQ Encoding	PU21 Encoding (Default)
Example #32 Polished silverware on linen near a sunlit window, crisp reflections and soft shadows
No Finetuning	Linear Encoding	PQ Encoding	PU21 Encoding (Default)
Example #33 A glossy black grand piano under a single spotlight, dramatic contrast and gleam
No Finetuning	Linear Encoding	PQ Encoding	PU21 Encoding (Default)
Example #34 City skyline viewed through a rain-streaked window with colorful bokeh lights
No Finetuning	Linear Encoding	PQ Encoding	PU21 Encoding (Default)
Example #35 A sunlit greenhouse filled with plants and mist, volumetric light shafts everywhere
No Finetuning	Linear Encoding	PQ Encoding	PU21 Encoding (Default)
Example #36 An underwater coral reef with sunbeams piercing the surface and caustic patterns
No Finetuning	Linear Encoding	PQ Encoding	PU21 Encoding (Default)
Example #37 A narrow sandstone slot canyon with a single sunbeam from above illuminating dust motes, glowing walls and deep shadows
No Finetuning	Linear Encoding	PQ Encoding	PU21 Encoding (Default)
Example #38 A torchlit cavern with glowing embers and deep, dramatic shadows on rock walls
No Finetuning	Linear Encoding	PQ Encoding	PU21 Encoding (Default)
Example #39 A floating lantern festival at night over a calm river with golden reflections
No Finetuning	Linear Encoding	PQ Encoding	PU21 Encoding (Default)
Example #40 A vibrant night market with neon signs and wet street reflections in the rain
No Finetuning	Linear Encoding	PQ Encoding	PU21 Encoding (Default)
Example #41 A Christmas tree with twinkling lights and sparkling ornaments, rich bokeh glow
No Finetuning	Linear Encoding	PQ Encoding	PU21 Encoding (Default)
Example #42 Northern lights reflecting in a mountain fjord under a clear winter sky
No Finetuning	Linear Encoding	PQ Encoding	PU21 Encoding (Default)
Example #43 A lighthouse beam cutting through thick sea fog at dusk with dramatic contrast
No Finetuning	Linear Encoding	PQ Encoding	PU21 Encoding (Default)
Example #44 Inside the barrel of a breaking ocean wave at sunrise, glowing turquoise water and a blazing sunburst at the opening
No Finetuning	Linear Encoding	PQ Encoding	PU21 Encoding (Default)
Example #45 A backlit sunflower field at golden hour with glowing translucent petals
No Finetuning	Linear Encoding	PQ Encoding	PU21 Encoding (Default)
Example #46 A lightning storm over red desert mesas at twilight with dramatic clouds
No Finetuning	Linear Encoding	PQ Encoding	PU21 Encoding (Default)
Example #47 Hot air balloons at sunrise over a valley with long soft shadows and haze
No Finetuning	Linear Encoding	PQ Encoding	PU21 Encoding (Default)
Example #48 A golden wheat field backlit with lens flare and floating dust particles
No Finetuning	Linear Encoding	PQ Encoding	PU21 Encoding (Default)
Example #49 A steam locomotive at night illuminated by station lamps and drifting smoke
No Finetuning	Linear Encoding	PQ Encoding	PU21 Encoding (Default)
Example #50 A glacier ridge at dawn with a sunburst peeking over icy peaks and sparkles
No Finetuning	Linear Encoding	PQ Encoding	PU21 Encoding (Default)
Example #51 A mirror-still lake at sunrise with perfect mountain reflections and morning fog
No Finetuning	Linear Encoding	PQ Encoding	PU21 Encoding (Default)
Example #52 Sun rays slicing between skyscrapers at sunrise through city haze and glass
No Finetuning	Linear Encoding	PQ Encoding	PU21 Encoding (Default)
Example #53 A suspension bridge at blue hour with glowing lights and water reflections
No Finetuning	Linear Encoding	PQ Encoding	PU21 Encoding (Default)
Example #54 A highway at night with long-exposure light trails of red and white streaks
No Finetuning	Linear Encoding	PQ Encoding	PU21 Encoding (Default)
Example #55 A steel foundry with molten metal pouring, fiery glow against dark machinery
No Finetuning	Linear Encoding	PQ Encoding	PU21 Encoding (Default)
Example #56 Welding sparks spraying in a dim workshop, bright bursts and deep shadows
No Finetuning	Linear Encoding	PQ Encoding	PU21 Encoding (Default)
Example #57 A sparkler long exposure drawing light trails in the night, vivid bokeh
No Finetuning	Linear Encoding	PQ Encoding	PU21 Encoding (Default)
Example #58 A candlelit dinner table with crystal glassware and rich reflections on cutlery
No Finetuning	Linear Encoding	PQ Encoding	PU21 Encoding (Default)
Example #59 A crystal chandelier sparkling with prismatic highlights in a grand foyer
No Finetuning	Linear Encoding	PQ Encoding	PU21 Encoding (Default)
Example #60 Macro of a diamond ring with starburst reflections and razor-sharp facets
No Finetuning	Linear Encoding	PQ Encoding	PU21 Encoding (Default)
Example #61 Macro wristwatch dial with luminous markers and crisp metallic reflections
No Finetuning	Linear Encoding	PQ Encoding	PU21 Encoding (Default)
Example #62 A steaming coffee cup in window light with soft rays and dust motes floating
No Finetuning	Linear Encoding	PQ Encoding	PU21 Encoding (Default)
Example #63 A glass teapot of amber tea backlit on a wooden table with glowing edges
No Finetuning	Linear Encoding	PQ Encoding	PU21 Encoding (Default)
Example #64 Macro of ice cubes in soda with condensation droplets and sparkling bubbles
No Finetuning	Linear Encoding	PQ Encoding	PU21 Encoding (Default)
Example #65 A high-speed water splash crown on a reflective surface with crisp highlights
No Finetuning	Linear Encoding	PQ Encoding	PU21 Encoding (Default)
Example #66 A prism casting a vivid spectrum of colors across a clean white wall
No Finetuning	Linear Encoding	PQ Encoding	PU21 Encoding (Default)
Example #67 Close-up of a compact disc with intense diffraction rainbow patterns
No Finetuning	Linear Encoding	PQ Encoding	PU21 Encoding (Default)
Example #68 Holographic foil shimmering with iridescent highlights and deep shadows
No Finetuning	Linear Encoding	PQ Encoding	PU21 Encoding (Default)
Example #69 Oil slick rainbow colors on wet asphalt after rain, glossy reflections
No Finetuning	Linear Encoding	PQ Encoding	PU21 Encoding (Default)
Example #70 Stained glass patterns projected onto a stone floor by bright sunlight
No Finetuning	Linear Encoding	PQ Encoding	PU21 Encoding (Default)
Example #71 Laser beams cutting through stage haze in a dark room, intense contrast
No Finetuning	Linear Encoding	PQ Encoding	PU21 Encoding (Default)
Example #72 A concert stage with spotlights, fog, and audience silhouettes glowing
No Finetuning	Linear Encoding	PQ Encoding	PU21 Encoding (Default)
Example #73 A stadium at night under powerful floodlights with rain streaks and glare
No Finetuning	Linear Encoding	PQ Encoding	PU21 Encoding (Default)
Example #74 Fireflies glowing in a dark forest with soft bokeh and misty atmosphere
No Finetuning	Linear Encoding	PQ Encoding	PU21 Encoding (Default)
Example #75 A campfire beneath the Milky Way, warm glow against a deep starry sky
No Finetuning	Linear Encoding	PQ Encoding	PU21 Encoding (Default)
Example #76 A beach bonfire at night with flying sparks and waves reflecting firelight
No Finetuning	Linear Encoding	PQ Encoding	PU21 Encoding (Default)
Example #77 A lantern glowing on fresh snow in a quiet village night, crisp sparkle
No Finetuning	Linear Encoding	PQ Encoding	PU21 Encoding (Default)
Example #78 Northern lights over a pine forest mirrored in a still lake at night
No Finetuning	Linear Encoding	PQ Encoding	PU21 Encoding (Default)
Example #79 A rooftop infinity pool at night reflecting skyscraper lights and stars
No Finetuning	Linear Encoding	PQ Encoding	PU21 Encoding (Default)
Example #80 A glass atrium with sun shafts, reflections on marble floor and glass rails
No Finetuning	Linear Encoding	PQ Encoding	PU21 Encoding (Default)
Example #81 A subway platform with polished floor and overhead lights creating long gleam
No Finetuning	Linear Encoding	PQ Encoding	PU21 Encoding (Default)
Example #82 Airport terminal glass facade at sunrise with strong reflections and glow
No Finetuning	Linear Encoding	PQ Encoding	PU21 Encoding (Default)
Example #83 A dark train tunnel with a bright exit light silhouetting the rails
No Finetuning	Linear Encoding	PQ Encoding	PU21 Encoding (Default)
Example #84 A lone tree in silhouette against a dramatic sunset sky with vivid gradients
No Finetuning	Linear Encoding	PQ Encoding	PU21 Encoding (Default)
Example #85 A stormy sea with the sun breaking through dark clouds, intense highlights
No Finetuning	Linear Encoding	PQ Encoding	PU21 Encoding (Default)
Example #86 A sailing ship at golden hour with shimmering water and long reflections
No Finetuning	Linear Encoding	PQ Encoding	PU21 Encoding (Default)
Example #87 An icy river with glittering sunstars on water and crisp snowy banks
No Finetuning	Linear Encoding	PQ Encoding	PU21 Encoding (Default)
Example #88 Macro of frozen methane bubbles in a clear lake backlit with bright sparkle
No Finetuning	Linear Encoding	PQ Encoding	PU21 Encoding (Default)
Example #89 Frost patterns on a window backlit by sunrise, luminous crystalline detail
No Finetuning	Linear Encoding	PQ Encoding	PU21 Encoding (Default)
Example #90 Macro soap bubble with swirling iridescent colors and bright speculars
No Finetuning	Linear Encoding	PQ Encoding	PU21 Encoding (Default)
Example #91 Metallic beetle macro with glossy elytra and sharp specular highlights
No Finetuning	Linear Encoding	PQ Encoding	PU21 Encoding (Default)
Example #92 Vibrant macaw parrots backlit so their feathers glow translucently
No Finetuning	Linear Encoding	PQ Encoding	PU21 Encoding (Default)
Example #93 Jellyfish drifting in a dark aquarium with soft internal bioluminescent glow
No Finetuning	Linear Encoding	PQ Encoding	PU21 Encoding (Default)
Example #94 A tropical fish school with sun caustics rippling across vivid corals
No Finetuning	Linear Encoding	PQ Encoding	PU21 Encoding (Default)
Example #95 Cozy bookstore at night seen through a window with warm lamps and glare
No Finetuning	Linear Encoding	PQ Encoding	PU21 Encoding (Default)
Example #96 A vintage cinema marquee glowing with bright neon letters at night
No Finetuning	Linear Encoding	PQ Encoding	PU21 Encoding (Default)
Example #97 A retro diner interior with chrome edges and neon reflections on tiles
No Finetuning	Linear Encoding	PQ Encoding	PU21 Encoding (Default)
Example #98 String lights hanging over a city street at night with creamy bokeh
No Finetuning	Linear Encoding	PQ Encoding	PU21 Encoding (Default)
Example #99 A snowy mountain village at night with warm window light and crisp stars
No Finetuning	Linear Encoding	PQ Encoding	PU21 Encoding (Default)
Example #100 A pagoda at dusk illuminated by paper lanterns with reflections in a pond
No Finetuning	Linear Encoding	PQ Encoding	PU21 Encoding (Default)

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