Nikon D800 Technical Manual page 9

Monochrome
Pictures are recorded in monochrome.
Description Description
Use Filter eff ects to reproduce the eff ects of color fi lters
Concept Concept
when taking pictures in black-and-white, or use Toning
for monochrome pictures in other tints.
Suggested for Portraits, snapshots, landscapes, and any other subject
Suggested for
that can be captured in monochrome.
Portrait
Description Description Settings are adjusted to enhance the complexion of por-
trait subjects.
Natural-looking results that brighten and smooth the
Concept Concept
complexions of portrait subjects and soften curves.
Sharpening and contrast are reduced slightly for a soft
eff ect. Background objects and clothing are rendered us-
ing settings similar to the Standard control.
Suggested for Portraits.
Suggested for
Landscape
Settings are adjusted to lend vividness and depth to
Description Description
scenes featuring blue skies and green foliage.
Concept Concept Mid-tone levels are brought down for a calm, composed
eff ect, while vividness is restrained for natural-looking re-
sults. Sharpening and contrast are slightly increased.
Suggested for Wooded hills and valleys and other landscapes featuring
Suggested for
blue skies and green foliage, as well as cityscapes and
other scenery.
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