HDR photo support across social media platforms
HDR photo support across social media platforms
A test of HDR and next-generation still image format support across social media platforms.
Testing was conducted on September 6, 2026.
Summary table
| Platform | Notes |
|---|---|
| Instagram Direct Message (Tested on September 6, 2026) | - HDR AVIF (PQ BT2020 no gain map): ❌ Not supported. Interpreted as SDR after sending. The resulting image shows up in a flat, washed-out “log footage” appearance. - SDR JXL: ✅ Supported; uploads and renders correctly. |