Nikon D200 D200 User's Manual - Page 55

Optimizing Images The options in the Optimize Image menu can be used to optimize photographs according to how the picture will be used or the type of scene. Sharpening, contrast, color reproduction, saturation, and hue can also be customized individually to match the user's creative intent. Option Description N Normal (default) Recommended for most situations. SO Softer Softens outlines, producing natural images suitable for portraits or retouching on a computer. VI Vivid Enhances saturation, contrast, and sharpness to produce vivid images with vibrant reds, greens, and blues. VI More vivid Maximizes saturation, contrast, and sharpness to produce crisp images with sharp outlines. PO Portrait Lowers contrast while lending natural texture and rounded feel to skin of portrait subjects. Custom Customize sharpness, contrast, color reproduction, saturation, and hue ( 46). BW Black-and-white Take photos in black-and-white. Reference-Optimizing Images Black-and-white A B/W icon is displayed in the viewfinder when shooting in black-and-white ( 6). At Settings Other than Custom At settings other than Custom: • Photographs are optimized for current shooting conditions. Results will vary with ex- posure and the position of the subject in the frame, even in scenes of the same type. To take a series of photographs with identical image optimization, choose Custom and adjust settings individually, being sure not to select Auto for Image Sharpening, Tone Compensation, or Saturation. • Use a type G or D lens for best results. 45