Nikon Z 8 Reference Manual page 176

Option
[Portrait]
o
[Landscape]
p
[Flat]
q
k01–
Creative Picture
k20
Control
D
"Set Picture Control"
Picture Controls can also be selected using the [Set Picture Control] items in the photo shooting
and video recording menus.
The [Set Picture Control] item in the video recording menu also offers a [Same as photo settings]
option that sets the Picture Control for videos to the same as that used for photographs.
The option selected for [Set Picture Control] takes effect when [SDR] is chosen for [Tone mode] in
the photo shooting menu. To choose a Picture Control when [HLG] is selected for [Tone mode], use
the [Set Picture Control (HLG)] item in the photo shooting menu.
Smooth complexions for natural-looking portraits.
Shoot vibrant landscapes and cityscapes.
Details are preserved over a wide tone range, from highlights
to shadows. Choose for photographs that will later be
extensively processed or retouched.
Creative Picture Controls offer unique combinations of hue,
tone, saturation, and other settings tuned for particular effects.
Choose from a total of 20 options, including [Dream] and
[Morning].
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Description
Picture Controls