The color and the tone are exact match with the real cockpit paint sample. But P3D4 has the High-dynamic-range imaging feature (HDR) that adjust a picture according to the view direction and the lighting condition.

For example, same time, same place P3D (HDR on) and FSX screens attached:


P3D4 with HDR off will produce a picture similar to FSX one.

MatthiasKNU wrote on Jan 3^rd, 2018 at 12:10pm:


We don't think that's a good idea because HDR is a dynamic feature with hundreds (thousands?) gradations. You'll never match all of them anyways.
Moreover, if you darken the tone to adjust the daylight exposure you'll get underexposed dusk/down/night cockpit.

Hello,

I've purchased the 757 III recently for P3D v4, and really am enjoying the aircraft, a pleasure to fly and more so to look at.

It's been bugging me about the panel color, and some other aspects of the cockpit, which i've read is due to HDR, as i've seen the images of the v3 version being much closer to the real thing.

I've done some color corrections to closer match the real cockpit.

My question is, is it acceptable to share this via the forums or other means, for users that would like a change of scenery(in the cockpit)? I realize these original files are property of Captain Sim, therefore do not want to be in violation of your terms.

If a Captain Sim member could clarify any of this for me, it would be greatly appreciated.

Picture for attention!

Captain Sim wrote on Dec 31^st, 2018 at 4:29pm:


Thanks for clarifying, I will enjoy it for myself then! 

arkob145 wrote on Jan 1^st, 2019 at 8:56am:


Well because it would make it unsupported if anything went wrong. As CS did not make this sorta modification. Ex: the cockpit will get much more darker at night. Anything that goes wrong would be a headache for the Dev(CS), the painter (the modder), and the end-user (you).