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: Because it is sourced from a promotional DVD, it typically has a resolution of 480p (720x480 for NTSC or 720x576 for PAL). This makes it significantly better than lower-quality leaks like a "CAM" (shot in a theater), though it may lack the full sound and extra features of a final retail DVD. dvdscr quality
| Feature | DVDSCR (Screener) | Retail DVD / DVDRip | CAM / TS | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | Promotional DVD sent to voters. | Commercial DVD sold to public. | Camera recording in a theater. | | Resolution | 480p / 576p (Standard Definition). | 480p / 576p (Standard Definition). | Varies (usually poor quality). | | Watermarks | Yes. Heavy text, periodic warnings, or tracking dots. | No. | No (usually). | | Release Timing | During Awards Season (Dec-Feb), often while in theaters. | After theatrical run, upon home video release. | During theatrical run. | | Audio | Excellent (Stereo/5.1). | Excellent (Stereo/5.1). | Poor (audience noise, hollow sound). | ⚠️ : Because it is sourced from a