Nikon CAPTURE NX2 - Manual (Page 133)

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Picture Control
Images from cameras that use the color mode system can
use either the
Non-Picture Control mode or the Picture
Control mode. Images from cameras that use the Picture
Control system can only use the
Picture Control mode.
The
Picture Control options are available for cameras
that use both the color mode and Picture Control systems.
The controls provided within the
Picture Control option
are:
❏ Picture Control Mode
Nikon’s unique Picture Control system makes it possible
to share image processing settings among compatible
devices and software. Picture Controls adjust image
processing settings, or enable you to make
independent adjustments to sharpening, contrast,
brightness, saturation, and hue. These settings can be
saved under new names as custom Picture Controls to
be recalled or edited at will.
Custom Picture Controls can also be saved to a memory
card for use in compatible software, and software-
created Picture Controls can be loaded into the camera. Any given set of Picture Controls will produce
nearly the same results on all cameras that support the Nikon Picture Control system.
The
Picture Control option provides five different modes to choose from. Choose between:
A
Please note : In Picture Control mode, you can add optional Picture Controls downloaded from Nikon
websites. Note that any optional Picture Controls used on the camera must also be installed on the computer.
If you attempt to open an image containing a Picture Control that has not been installed, a dialog will be
displayed warning that the
Standard Picture Control will be applied. Click OK to open the image.
Unchanged
This is available only for cameras that utilize the Picture Control system and
allows you to select the settings set within the camera at the time the image
was captured.
Standard Standard processing for balanced results.
Neutral Minimal processing for natural results.
Vivid Pictures are enhanced for a vivid, photoprint effect.
Monochrome Convert pictures to monochrome photographs.
D2XMODE 1
D2XMODE 2
D2XMODE 3
A set of three optional Picture Controls that produce results similar to the
corresponding “Color mode” settings for the D2X and D2XS.