Nikon CoolPix P500, Quick Start Manual

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Shooting Options: Shooting Menu (
j
,
k
,
l
,
m
Modes)
More on
Sh
ooting
Optimize Image
Change the settings for optimizing images according to the shooting scene or your
preferences. Contrast, saturation, sharpening, and other settings can be adjusted in
detail.
When optimize image is enabled, the current setting is displayed during shooting
(
A
8). When Normal is selected, an icon for the current setting is not displayed.
B
Notes on Optimize Image
• If the optimize image setting is set to Normal , Softer , Vivid , More vivid , Portrait or Standard
of Black-and-white , results will vary with exposure and the position of the subject in the frame
even if shooting conditions remain the same. For consistent results over a series of photographs,
select
Custom and choose a setting other than Auto for contrast, sharpening, and saturation.
• This feature cannot be used simultaneously with certain features. See “Functions that Cannot be
Applied Simultaneously” (
A
104) for more information.
Set to
j
,
k
,
l
or
m M d
(Shooting menu)
M
Optimize image
g
Normal (default setting)
Standard image optimization; recommended in most situations.
h
Softer
Softens outlines, producing natural results suitable for portraits or retouching on a
computer.
o
Vivid
Enhances saturation and produces vibrant reds and greens. Images will become
sharp and slightly high in contrast.
i
More vivid
Maximizes saturation, contrast, and sharpness to produce crisp images with sharp
outlines.
j
Portrait
Lowers contrast while lending natural texture and rounded feel to skin of portrait
subjects.
k
Custom
Customize image optimization settings (
A
88).
p
Black-and-white
Shoot photos in black and white or sepia (
A
89).