Farberfassung
Farberfassung, often translated as "color capture," denotes the systematic recording of color information from objects, materials, or scenes for accurate reproduction, documentation, and analysis. It combines objective measurements with digital representation to support color management across devices and viewing conditions. The term appears in German-language color science, conservation, and industrial imaging contexts.
Methods: Measurements are typically obtained with spectrophotometers or colorimeters that measure spectral reflectance or transmittance. Data
Workflow: A typical Farberfassung workflow includes selecting a standardized lighting setup, acquiring color measurements, converting to
Applications and challenges: Farberfassung supports accurate color reproduction in printing, photography, product visualization, and digital archives.
See also: Color management, spectrophotometer, ICC profile, CIE XYZ, CIELAB, metamerism.