Nikon D800 - Manual (Page 8)

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Preset Picture Controls
The camera’s preset Picture Controls are described below.
Standard (default)
Description
Description Pictures are processed for balanced sharpness, contrast,
brightness, saturation (vividness), and hue.
Concept Concept Parameters are tuned for an eff ect that appeals to most
viewers, regardless of the subject. Vividness is slightly
increased for pictures that can be used “as is”, with no
further processing.
Suggested for Suggested for Snapshots and other general-purpose pictures.
Neutral
Description
Description Extreme exposure is avoided for clean, natural results.
Concept Concept Under- and over-exposure are avoided for natural colors
and a rich tone range. Images are softened by keeping
sharpening and contrast low.
Suggested for Suggested for Photographs that will later be processed or retouched to
create unique images; photos of objects that are mostly
black or white or that have soft outlines.
Vivid
Description
Description Sharpening, contrast, and other settings are enhanced for
vivid, fresh results with good contrast.
Concept Concept A vivid, photoprint look with heightened sharpening and
contrast that makes the subject stand out.
Suggested for Suggested for Colorful costumes or street scenes, fresh fruits, fl oral
arrangements and anywhere you want to emphasize
bright colors or enhance low-contrast subjects.