Nikon 5000 - Manual (Page 128)

Taking Photographs—Advanced Photography
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Lighten Image
Increases brightness of mid-tones in image, with-
out affecting detail in highlights and shadows. This
setting can be used with images destined for out-
put on a printer or monitor if the device tends to
produce images that are too dark.
Normal
Camera performs same standard brightness and
contrast adjustment on all images. This setting is
recommended for images that will later be re-
touched on a computer.
Adjusting Contrast and Brightness: The Image Adjustment Menu
In User Set A, the camera automatically performs
image compensation for optimal brightness and
contrast before recording the photograph to the
memory card. In User Sets 1, 2, and 3, the image-
adjustment sub-menu gives you control over this
image-compensation operation.
Option Description
Auto
Camera automatically adjusts brightness and con-
trast according to shooting conditions.
More Contrast
Image processed to emphasize difference between
light and dark areas, enhancing contrast. This is
useful when shooting under overcast skies or shoot-
ing landscapes and other low-contrast subjects.
Less Contrast
Image processed to decrease difference between
light and dark areas, reducing contrast. Recom-
mended when light is very bright, creating strong-
ly shadows on the subject.
Darken Image
Decreases brightness of mid-tones in image, with-
out affecting detail in highlights and shadows. This
setting can be used with images destined for out-
put on a printer or monitor if the device tends to
produce images that are too bright.