Making Edges More Distinct: Image Sharpening - Nikon COOLPIX 4500 Manual

Making Edges More Distinct: Image Sharpening

This option controls whether pictures are processed
for increased sharpness, and to what degree. Be-
cause this processing takes place only as the pic-
tures are being saved to the memory card, the ef-
fects of sharpening can not be previewed in the
monitor before shooting.
Option
Camera sharpens edges for optimal results; adjustment per-
Auto
formed differs from image to image.
Photos processed to increase sharpness, making edges more
High
distinct.
Camera performs same standard level of sharpening on all
Normal
photos.
Amount of sharpening reduced below normal level for a
Low
softer effect.
Off No sharpening performed.
When taking pictures that will later be retouched, choose settings of Normal
or Low.
Confirming Image Sharpening
At settings other than Auto, an image-sharpening
icon appears in the monitor.
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