Nikon COOLPIX P510 User Manual - Page 183

Shooting Menu (j, k, l or m Mode) Active D-Lighting Rotate the mode dial to j, k, l or m M d button M j, k, l or m tab (A13) M Active D-Lighting "Active D-Lighting" preserves details in highlights and shadows, creating photographs with natural contrast. The image taken reproduces the contrast effect that is seen with the naked eye. This is particularly effective for shooting scenes with high contrast, such as brightly lit outdoor scenery from a dark room or shaded subjects at a sunny seaside. Option Description a High b Normal c Low Set the level of the Active D-Lighting effect that is applied during shooting. k Off (default setting) Active D-Lighting is not applied. The icon for the current setting other than Off is displayed on the monitor (A8). B Notes on Active D-Lighting • Additional time is required to record images when shooting using Active D-Lighting. • The exposure is reduced in comparison to shooting with Active D-Lighting set to Off. To ensure that the gradation is appropriate, adjustments of the highlighted areas, shadow areas and midtones are made before recording. • This feature may not be used in combination with certain features. See "Features That Cannot Be Used Simultaneously" (A80) for more information. B Active D-Lighting Versus D-Lighting The Active D-Lighting option in the shooting menu reduces exposure before shooting to optimize the dynamic range. The D-Lighting (E17) option in the playback menu optimizes dynamic range in pictures taken. Save User Settings/Reset User Settings See "Saving Settings in M Mode" (A64) for more information about Save User Settings/Reset User Settings. Reference Section E53