Image processing

Using the D-Range Optimizer

The camera analyzes the subject almost instantly and automatically compensates to improve the image quality with the optimal brightness and gradation. You can shoot images with the natural color that you intend to reproduce.

1 Press the Fn button to display the Quick Navi screen (page 48).

2 Select the D-Range Optimizer item with v/V/b/B on the multi- selector.

3 Select the desired mode with the front control dial.

• To adjust (Advanced: Level), use the rear control dial.

(Off)

No compensation.

(Standard) When there is a high contrast of light and shadow between the subject and the background, which is common when shooting into the sun, the camera attenuates the contrast across the entire image to produce an image with proper brightness and contrast.

(Advanced Auto) By dividing the image into small areas, the camera analyzes the contrast of light and shadow between the subject and the background, producing the image with the optimal brightness and gradation.

(Advanced: The level is selected between(weak) and (strong).

Level)

Notes

Since the speed of continuous shooting may be slower in (Advanced Auto), we

recommend that you select (Standard) in situations, including shooting sports images you need high speed continuous shooting.

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