The Gradations Window; Introduction - Hasselblad CF DIGITAL CAMERA BACK RANGE User Manual

The Gradations Window

Introduction

The functions described in this section will not always be needed during
normal operation. They enable you to make fine adjustments to your
output images that will affect brightness and contrast and will compensate
for printing conditions. As with the advanced highlight and shadow
controls, take care when using the Gradations settings. Take some time to
experiment with its settings. Look at the preview to see how the curve will
effect images. Save some images after using the settings and inspect them
closely. Take notes on the kind of settings you use and make a
comparative proof print.
The Gradations window includes sliders for Contrast, Brightness,
Gamma and Shadow depth. It also includes a gradation curve, which is a
plot of input brightness (on the horizontal-axis) versus output brightness
(on the vertical-axis). You can hide or show the curve by clicking on the
small triangle beneath the Shadow depth slider.
Software Reference - FlexColor 4.0 for Camera Backs
To open the Gradations window, type cmd-1 or click on the
Gradation button in the Correction area of the main
FlexColor window, or select Gradations from the Window
menu.
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