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D
“A” (Auto)
Results for auto sharpening, clarity, contrast, and saturation vary with
exposure and the position of the subject in the frame. Use a type G, E,
or D lens for best results.
A
Switching Between Manual and Auto
Press the
X
button to switch back and forth
between manual and auto (
A
) settings for
sharpening, clarity, contrast, and saturation.
A
Previous Settings
The
j
indicator under the value display in
the Picture Control setting menu indicates
the previous value for the setting. Use this as
a reference when adjusting settings.
A
Filter Effects (Monochrome Only)
The options in this menu simulate the effect of color filters on
monochrome photographs. The following filter effects are available:
Option
Description
Y
Yellow
Enhances contrast. Can be used to tone down the
brightness of the sky in landscape photographs. Orange
produces more contrast than yellow, red more contrast
than orange.
O
Orange
R
Red
G
Green
Softens skin tones. Can be used for portraits.
A
Toning (Monochrome Only)
Pressing
3
when
Toning
is selected displays
saturation options. Press
4
or
2
to adjust
saturation. Saturation control is not
available when
B&W
(black-and-white) is
selected.
A
Custom Picture Control Options
The options available with custom Picture Controls are the same as
those on which the custom Picture Control was based.
