Nikon N1406 Image Enhancement, Picture Controls, Selecting a Picture Control, Flat, Option, colors, S Vivid, Standard, Portrait, R Neutral, retouched, Landscape

Image Enhancement

Picture Controls

(P, S, A, and M Modes Only)

In P, S, A, and M modes, your choice of Picture Control determines how pictures are processed (in other modes, the camera selects a Picture Control automatically).

Selecting a Picture Control

Choose a Picture Control according to the subject or type of scene.

Option Description

QStandard processing for balanced results.StandardRecommended for most situations.

	Minimal processing for natural results. Choose for
R Neutral	photographs that will later be processed or
	retouched.
	Pictures are enhanced for a vivid, photoprint effect.
S Vivid	Choose for photographs that emphasize primary
	colors.
T Monochrome	Take monochrome photographs.

eProcess portraits for skin with natural texture and a

Portrait

rounded feel.fLandscape Produces vibrant landscapes and cityscapes.Details are preserved over a wide tone range, from

q Flat highlights to shadows. Choose for photographs that will later be extensively processed or retouched.

AThe Movie Shooting Menu

The Set Picture Control option in the movie shooting menu also offers a Same as photo settings option that sets the Picture Control for movies to the same as that used for photographs.

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