Optimizing Images - Nikon D50 User Manual

Optimizing Images

The options in the Optimize Image menu control sharpening, contrast,
saturation, and hue.
Option
Normal
N
(default)
Vivid
VI
Sharper
SH
Softer
SF
Direct Print
DP
Portrait
PO
Landscape
LA
Custom
At Settings Other than Custom
At settings other than Custom:
• Photographs are optimized for current shooting conditions. Results will vary with
exposure and the position of the subject in the frame, even in scenes of the same
type.
• Photographs are recorded in the sRGB color space.
• Use a type G or D lens for best results (
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➤ Shooting menu ➤ Optimize Image
Controls used:
Recommended for most situations.
Enhances saturation, contrast, and sharpness to produce vivid
images with vibrant reds, greens, and blues.
Sharpens outlines.
Softens outlines. Use to ensure soft, natural-looking fl esh tones
in portrait subjects or when taking pictures that will be sharp-
ened in image application.
Optimizes images for printing "as is" via direct USB connection
( 62). Images will be sharp and clear even when enlarged.
Lowers contrast while lending natural texture and rounded feel
to skin of portrait subjects.
Enhances saturation and sharpness to produce landscapes with
vibrant greens and blues.
Customize sharpness, contrast, color reproduction, saturation,
and hue ( 76).
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