In both
or
mode, one of the most important options for your pictures is the combination of Image quality
setting (image compression ratio) and Image size setting that you select. There are four available Image quality settings and
six Image size settings.
Image quality
To reduce memory requirements, images are compressed using JPEG compression. At higher compression ratios, the block
pattern becomes more visible and there may be noticeable loss of detail. The actual effect depends on the size of the image
when reproduced on a monitor or printer and on the type of subject.
To set the Image quality, press the
QUAL
(Image quality) button repeatedly until the desired Image quality setting is
displayed.
Check point
The selected Image quality and size settings remain in the camera's memory even when the power is turned off.
Image size
The Image size setting determines the maximum size at which the image can be printed. If the print size is too large, the
individual pixels will be visible to the naked eye, giving the image a rough, uneven appearance. As a rule of thumb, for printing,
about 200 pixels per inch are required. For display on a computer monitor, about 80 pixels per inch are recommended.
Rotate the
COMMAND
dial while pressing the
QUAL
button until the desired Image size is displayed.
Setting
Compression ratio
File format
Application
HI
No compression
TIFF
Best-quality image, with no compression.
Use when quality or authenticity is of
paramount importance. (Available in
FULL
or 3:2 size in
mode only.)
FINE
Approx. 1/4
JPEG
Quality virtually identical to uncompressed
HI mode: for use where Image quality is
important, for example when the image will
be cropped and enlarged.
NORMAL
Approx. 1/8
JPEG
For use in most general situations where the
image will not be significantly enlarged.
BASIC
Approx. 1/16
JPEG
For situations such as sending image data
via E-mail where small file size is more
important than Image quality.
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Nikon COOLPIX995 Digital Camera
3/15/2002
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