Epson r-d1 User Manual - Addendum - firmware version 2.0 upgrade features. - Page 20

Setting Image Quality Image quality determines the format in which the image is saved, the size of the image as it will be displayed on a computer screen, and the file size of image stored in a memory card. Select the image quality according to how you plan to use the image data. Image Format Images can be saved in RAW format, JPEG format, or both file types at the same time if RAW+JPG is selected as the Raw Setting in the Settings menu (see page 35). To open or process RAW images, you need to install the software on the CD-ROM that came with your camera. Because they are uncompressed, RAW images take up a lot of storage space, but are also well suited for image processing and printing on paper. For more information, see "Opening RAW Images on Your Computer" on page 38. JPEG is a universal image format that can be viewed on most computers without using proprietary software. Files saved in JPEG format are compressed and smaller than those saved in RAW format. They do lose varying degrees of picture quality when compressed, and are less suited for postprocessing because resaving a JPEG file further degrades its quality. JPEG format is fine for viewing on a regular computer screen and can also produce good quality prints if saved in a high enough resolution. Set the image quality as follows: 1. Pull up and hold the Q/WB lever at the Q position. 2. Rotate the jog dial to select the desired image quality setting on the status gauge: Setting Format R RAW H JPEG (High) N JPEG (Normal) Image Size 3,008 x 2,000 3,008 x 2,000 2,240 x 1,488 File Size 10 MB* 3 MB 1.5 MB * 13 MB if RAW+JPEG is selected as the RAW Setting in the Settings menu. See page 35 for more information. 3. Release the Q/WB lever. 20 Taking Photos