High Dynamic Range (Hdr) - Nikon D5100 Reference Manual

High Dynamic Range (HDR)

High Dynamic Range (HDR) combines two exposures to form a single image that
captures a wide range of tones from shadows to highlights, even with high-contrast
subjects. HDR is most effective when used with L (Matrix metering) (0 68; with
other metering methods, an exposure differential of Auto is equivalent to about
2 EV). It can not be used to record NEF (RAW) images. The flash can not be used
while HDR is in effect.
First exposure (darker)
1
Select HDR (High Dynamic Range).
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Press the G button to display the menus.
Highlight HDR (High Dynamic Range) in
the shooting menu and press 2.
2
Enable HDR.
Highlight HDR mode and press 2.
The options shown at right will be displayed.
Highlight On and press J.
u will be displayed in the viewfinder.
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Second exposure (brighter) Combined HDR image
G button