Nikon Coolpix 995 User Manual

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In both 

or 

mode, one of the most important options for your

pictures is the combination of Image quality setting (image
compression ratio) and Image size setting that you select. There are
four available Image quality settings and six Image size settings.

To reduce memory requirements, images are compressed using JPEG
compression. At higher compression ratios, the block pattern becomes more
visible and there may be noticeable loss of detail. The actual effect depends on the
size of the image when reproduced on a monitor or printer and on the type of
subject.

No compression

TIFF

Best-quality image, with no compression.
Use when quality or authenticity is of
paramount importance. (Available in FULL
or 3:2 size in 

mode only.)

Approx. 1/4

JPEG

Quality virtually identical to uncompressed
HI mode: for use where Image quality is
important, for example when the image will
be cropped and enlarged.

Approx. 1/8

JPEG

For use in most general situations where
the image will not be significantly enlarged.

Approx. 1/16

JPEG

For situations such as sending image data
via E-mail where small file size is more
important than Image quality.

The Image size setting determines the maximum size at which the image can be
printed. If the print size is too large, the individual pixels will be visible to the naked
eye, giving the image a rough, uneven appearance. As a rule of thumb, for printing,
about 200 pixels per inch are required. For display on a computer monitor, about
80 pixels per inch are recommended.

2048 x 1536

For high quality prints of up to A4 without additional 

(no indication)

treatment.

1600 x 1200

For printing at about A5 or large photo album size.

1280 x 960

For smaller postcard-sized prints.

1024 x 768

For display on a 17-inch computer monitor or small prints,
for example, to be included in a report.

640 x 480

For output on a 13-inch monitor, sending image data via
E-mail, or posting a picture on an Internet homepage.

2048 x 1360

This format gives an aspect ratio which is of identical
proportions to 35mm film. When 3:2 is selected, the top
and bottom of the Monitor are cropped and the image
frame becomes 3:2. The Green LED pulses slowly.

The selected Image quality and size settings remain in the camera’s memory
even when the power is turned off.

2048 x 1536

Approx. 26 x 20 cm (10.2 x 7.9 in.)

1600 x 1200

Approx. 20 x 15 cm (7.9 x 5.9 in.)

1280 x 960

Approx. 16 x 12 cm (6.3 x 4.7 in.)

1024 x 768

Approx. 13 x 10 cm (5.1 x 3.9 in.)

640 x 480

Approx. 8 x 6 cm (3.1 x 2.4 in.)

2048 x 1360

Approx. 26 x 17 cm (10.2 x 6.7 in.)

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