Nikon Coolpix P5000 P5000 User's Manual - Page 80

C Optimize Image Optimize contrast, sharpening, and other settings according to how pictures will be used or the type of scene. Option Description D Normal (default) Recommended in most situations. E Softer Softens outlines, producing natural results suitable for portraits or retouching on a computer. H Vivid Enhances saturation, contrast, and sharpness to produce vivid images with vibrant reds, greens, and blues. G More vivid Maximizes saturation, contrast, and sharpness to produce crisp images with sharp outlines. H Portrait Lowers contrast while lending natural texture and rounded feel to skin of portrait subjects. Q Custom Customize image optimization settings (see below). D Black-and-white Take photos in black-and-white (B 69). Customizing Image Enhancement Options: Custom Select Custom to make separate adjustments to the following options. The default setting for all three options is Auto. • Contrast: Control contrast. Lower settings prevent loss of detail in highlights under harsh lighting or in direct sunlight. Higher settings preserve detail in misty landscapes and other low-contrast subjects. • Image sharpening: Choose how much outlines are sharpened during shooting. Choose high settings for sharp outlines, low settings for softer outlines. Note that the effects of sharpening can not be previewed in the monitor during shooting. • Saturation: Control the vividness of colors. Choose Moderate for less saturated colors, Enhanced for more vivid colors. A Optimize Image At settings other than Custom and Black-and-white>Custom, results are optimized for current shooting conditions and vary with exposure and the position of the subject in the frame. For consistent results over a series of photographs, select Custom and choose a setting other than Auto for contrast, sharpening, and saturation. 68 Menu Guide