Adding Artistic Effects - Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark II User Manual

Shooting High-Contrast Scenes (High
Dynamic Range)
Three consecutive images are captured at different brightness levels
each time you shoot, and the camera combines image areas with optimal
brightness to create a single image. This mode can reduce the washed-out
highlights and loss of detail in shadows that tend to occur in high-contrast
shots.
Choose [ ].
1
Follow steps 1 – 2 in "Image Effects
(Creative Filters)"
[
Shoot.
2
Hold the camera steady as you shoot.
When you press the shutter button all
the way down, the camera will take three
shots and combine them.
• Excessive motion blur or certain shooting conditions may prevent
you from obtaining the desired results.
• If excessive camera shake interferes with shooting, mount the camera on
a tripod or take other measures to keep it still. Additionally, you should set
[IS Mode] to [Off] when using a tripod or other means to secure the camera
(= 99).
• Any subject movement will cause images to look blurry.
• There will be a delay before you can shoot again, as the camera processes
and combines the images.
Still Images
(= 61) and choose
].

Adding Artistic Effects

After choosing [
ring to choose a color effect.
Natural Images are natural and organic.
Art Standard Images resemble paintings, with subdued contrast.
Art Vivid Images resemble vivid illustrations.
Art Bold Images resemble oil paintings, with bold edges.
Art Embossed Images resemble old photos, with bold edges and dark ambiance.
Before Use
Basic Guide
] mode, turn the < >
Advanced Guide
Camera Basics
Auto Mode / Hybrid
Auto Mode
Other Shooting
Modes
P Mode
Tv, Av, M, C1, and
C2 Mode
Playback Mode
Wi-Fi Functions
Setting Menu
Accessories
Appendix
Index
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