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E-p5 How do I boost shadows in jpegs

Started Jan 26, 2020 | Discussions thread
Eric Nepean
Eric Nepean Veteran Member • Posts: 6,209
Re: E-p5 How do I boost shadows in jpegs
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Boss of Sony wrote:

Hi, just want to take higher dynamic range shots Without having to edit the raw files. Is there a setting to boost shadows?
Thanks

Problem is, conversion to JPEG reduces dynamic range. Your best option by far is to start with RAW image files.

But if you can't do that then these help:

  • Use the highest quality of JPEG the camera has
  • set your ISO as low as possible
  • reduce contrast
  • reduce saturation
  • enable the gradation function
  • use exposure bracketting in small steps

I will often shoot JPEG+RAW. If the JPEG is good enough, I use it. If its a great shot but the dynamic range is a problem, I use the RAW file. DXO Photolab is a good, relatively inexpensive, easy to learn RAW processing tool.

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Eric

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