Chromatic Adaptation — Transform Models
White-point mapping and illuminant adaptation transforms for accurate color reproduction across viewing conditions.
Bradford Transform
Sharpened-sensor chromatic adaptation transform widely used in ICC colour management workflows.
Open Bradford- Sharpened sensor space
- ICC profile standard
- Linear & non-linear modes
CAT02 Transform
Chromatic adaptation transform used in CIECAM02 for predicting corresponding colours.
Open CAT02- CIECAM02 component
- Sharpened cone response
- Degree of adaptation
CAT16 Transform
Updated chromatic adaptation transform for CIECAM16, improving upon CAT02 for extreme conditions.
Open CAT16- CIECAM16 component
- Improved robustness
- Wide-gamut support
CAT94 Transform
CIE 1994 chromatic adaptation transform based on corresponding colour experiments.
Open CAT94- CIE 1994 standard
- Corresponding colours
- Historical reference
CAT97 Transform
Chromatic adaptation transform from CIECAM97s, preceding CAT02 in appearance modelling.
Open CAT97- CIECAM97s component
- Historical predecessor
- Von Kries adaptation
Featured Resources
Selected transforms from the chromatic adaptation collection.
Industry Standard
Bradford transform — the default adaptation method in ICC colour management.
Modern CATs
CAT02 and CAT16 for CIECAM-based colour appearance prediction.
Historical Models
CAT94 and CAT97 providing foundational chromatic adaptation research.