Nikon COOLPIX P7800 Reference Manual - Page 184

Active D-Lighting Rotate the mode dial to A, B, C, D, E, F or N M d button M A, B, C or D tab (A13) M Active D-Lighting Details in highlights and shadows are preserved, and the natural contrast that is seen with the naked eye is well reproduced in the image taken. 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. a b c k Option Description High Normal Low Set the effect level. Off (default setting) Active D-Lighting is not applied. B Notes About Active D-Lighting • Additional time is required to record images after shooting. • The setting may not be changed when using certain settings of other functions. 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 (E10) option in the playback menu optimizes dynamic range in images captured. Reference Section E56