Detailgetrouwheid

Detailgetrouwheid is a Dutch term that describes the fidelity with which something reproduces or represents the details of the real world. It derives from detail and getrouwheid (fidelity or faithfulness) and is closely related to the English idea of realism in representation. The concept is used across disciplines to assess how accurately a depiction matches its subject.

In visual arts and reproduction, detailgetrouwheid refers to the level of detail, texture, color accuracy, and structural precision in a print, render, photograph, or sculpture. Higher fidelity means the viewer perceives subtleties of form, tone, and material that are present in the original. In cartography and geographic information systems, it concerns how faithfully a map or model reflects terrain, features, and spatial relationships, often balanced against readability and scale.

In data visualization and reporting, the term relates to granularity and completeness of information, ensuring that important details are not lost through aggregation or simplification. In journalism and documentation, detailgetrouwheid denotes accuracy and thoroughness in reporting and describing events, sources, and contexts.

Assessing detailgetrouwheid involves criteria such as resolution, calibration, sampling, and provenance of source data, as well as practical considerations like file size, processing time, and intended use. Trade-offs are common: greater fidelity may require more resources and can complicate interpretation if not presented clearly.

See also: fidelity, accuracy, realism, representational fidelity.