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E. Advanced picture settings for Custom Mode

E1.1 Suggested gamma settings

For shoots that take place under controlled lighting then

the standard default gamma curve (STD5 R709) provides

pleasing images with accurate contrast. For challenging

lighting situations the Hypergamma gamma curves (HG)

are very useful. If you are producing material that will

be used directly within a broadcast TV show then HG1 is

a good all round curve that is broadcast safe (does not

exceed 100%). For very bright scenes then HG2 may be

used.

For other productions where you do not need to ensure

you are broadcast safe then HG3 works well as a general

purpose curve and HG4 works well for very bright scenes.

(MENU: Paint – Gamma – Gamma Catorgory – HG) +

(MENU: Paint – Gamma – Gamma Select).

Note that if using zebras to check skin tone exposure you

should reduce the zebra 1 level to 60%.

(MENU: VF – Zebra – Zebra 1 Level).