Jpeg/raw pics
Apr 14, 2024 10:55:28 #
Raw isn't just a file format, it's a way of life. RAW gives a sense of purpose and a sense of belonging to a worldwide community of photographers, all dedicated to maximizing the pixel resolution of their cameras.
Apr 14, 2024 10:57:51 #
Only use JPEG if you are willing to follow Linda's advice and make seperate files in your camera for different picture selections. The reality is that raw will give you much more edit capability once you get the files into edit software, but once you set your camera files for various situations it will be easier to get good pictures with JPEG. Also, always follow Linda's advice--can't go wrong!
Apr 14, 2024 10:58:50 #
Only use JPEG if you are willing to follow Linda's advice and make sepa
rate files in your camera for different picture selections. The reality is that raw will give you much more edit capability once you get the files into edit software, but once you set your camera files for various situations it will be easier to get good pictures with JPEG. Also, always follow Linda's advice--can't go wrong!
rate files in your camera for different picture selections. The reality is that raw will give you much more edit capability once you get the files into edit software, but once you set your camera files for various situations it will be easier to get good pictures with JPEG. Also, always follow Linda's advice--can't go wrong!
Apr 14, 2024 11:04:27 #
BebuLamar wrote:
Because you open the raw in Photoshop and PS doesn't apply the same settings you set on the camera so the pictures are different. So you have to make adjustment with the ACR to make the pic looks the same or better. If you use Nikon NX Studio to open the raw file they would look identical to the JPEG.
This is exactly what I was going to write in response to your post.
I will add: In your D500 (and any other Nikon camera) set Picture Controls for the look you want for the image captured by the camera and the Jpeg processed in the camera. If you do not know what Picture Controls are go to NikonUsa or your camera manual and read about them.
https://imaging.nikon.com/imaging/support/digitutor/d500/techniques/201601_12_02_sl.html
I use Nikon NX Studio to view my RAW images and cull them before any processing of RAW (NEF) files. NXStudio renders the imbedded Jpeg with the Picture Control settings. If you have an image where in camera color and white balance setting are important to preserve, make a Tiff of that image and then process the Tiff in your post processing softare.
For many RAW images captured correctly in camera, Nx Studio may be the only post processing program you need to use.
For some of my images, NX Studio is all that I use. For others I use DXO PL7 and the NIK Collection.
Apr 14, 2024 11:07:40 #
If you're going to shoot JPEG, make sure you configure your camera correctly.
What happens when you set your camera to Adobe RGB?
What happens when you set your camera to Adobe RGB?
Apr 14, 2024 11:08:37 #
Apr 14, 2024 12:41:01 #
R.G. wrote:
NX Studio will show the adjustments that the jpeg ... (show quote)
The above applies if you import the raw files into NX Studio. If you go with the Picture Control profile that will be applied by default, the sharpening will be very basic and not as good as the sharpening that even a basic photo editor is capable of applying. The more advanced editors will do a much better job.
The SOOC jpegs have the Picture Control adjustments baked in to them and it will be impossible to do a perfect job of reversing them. The same applies to any WB adjustments that were applied in-camera. If you're anticipating any major WB adjustments (due to funny or mixed lighting), raw is a must.
Apr 14, 2024 12:47:13 #
Apr 14, 2024 13:11:11 #
imagemeister wrote:
Raw is a religion and NOT for beginners IMO.
If everyone thought that way, nobody would ever learn to use raw.
One has to risk failure to learn anything. Nothing ventured, nothing gained.
Apr 14, 2024 13:12:59 #
Raw isn't just a file format, it's a way of life. The mind of the RAW photographer maintains an inner calm as they make clear judgements over every aspect of the image, the WB, the sharpening, the saturation, the clarity, all brought together in the exposure adjustments.
Apr 14, 2024 13:34:43 #
srt101fan wrote:
You've already gotten some good, helpful answers to your question. Now watch out for the opinionated crowd with their cheerleading chants and irrelevant posturing.
Most definitely!
Apr 14, 2024 13:38:25 #
Picture Taker wrote:
That's because you need help to fix your pictures. Take rm better and use JPG
Well, that's your opinion/philosophy....
and you're entitled to it.
But telling us we should all do it the same way?
Apr 14, 2024 13:39:09 #
Apr 14, 2024 13:42:09 #
Agreed as the end result of my editing is the pleasure in the creation. I have read your posts and learned alot.
Apr 14, 2024 14:14:37 #
kc48girl wrote:
Agreed as the end result of my editing is the pleasure in the creation. I have read your posts and learned alot.
Thanks, glad to help!!!
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