Selecting Nikon Picture Controls - Nikon D90 User Manual

Selecting Nikon Picture Controls

The camera offers six preset Picture Controls. In P, S, A, and M modes, you can choose
a Picture Control according to the subject or type of scene (in other modes, the
camera selects a Picture Control automatically).
Option
Standard processing for balanced results. Recommended for most
Q Standard
situations.
Minimal processing for natural results. Choose for photographs that will
R Neutral
later be extensively processed or retouched.
Pictures are enhanced for a vivid, photoprint effect. Choose for
S Vivid
photographs that emphasize primary colors.
T Monochrome Take monochrome photographs.
e Portrait
Lends a natural texture and rounded feel to the skin of portrait subjects.
f Landscape Produces vibrant landscapes and cityscapes.
❚❚ Choosing a Picture Control
1
Select Set Picture Control.
In the shooting menu (pg. 165), highlight Set
Picture Control and press 2.
2
Select a Picture Control.
Highlight the desired Picture Control and press
J.
A
The Picture Control Grid
Pressing the W button in Step 2 displays a Picture Control grid
showing the contrast and saturation for the selected Picture Control in
relation to the other Picture Controls (only contrast is displayed when
Monochrome is selected). To select a different Picture Control, press
1 or 3, then press 2 to display Picture Control options and press J.
A
The Picture Control Indicator
The current Picture Control is shown in the shooting information
display when the R button is pressed. Picture Controls can also be
selected in the shooting information display (pg. 12).
Description
Picture Control
indicator
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