Technical Guide (Pixel Shift Edition)

If unexpected bright spots appear in a shot taken during pixel shift
shooting, performing a pixel shift merge may cause them to be
more noticeable. We recommend using [Pixel mapping] in the
setup menu before shooting.
With the Z 8, an optional flash unit can also be used during pixel
shift shooting. Choose a longer interval in [Pixel shift shooting]
> [Interval until next shot] than the time needed for the flash to
charge, so that the flash can fire at a constant intensity for each
shot.
Banding and uneven colors may occur during a merge due to
variations in light intensity. If uneven colors are noticeable, use
a flash unit with stable flash output. Also, uneven colors can be
reduced by increasing noise reduction when adjusting merged
pixel shift images.
You can select [HLG] for [Tone mode] in the photo shooting menu
to take NEF (RAW) pictures that can be saved as HEIF copies with a
wide dynamic range.
Perform Pixel Mapping
Set Functions That Can Be Used with Pixel Shift
Shooting
The following camera features can be used in combination with pixel shift shooting. Configure the
settings before shooting begins.
Flash photography
Tone Mode [HLG]
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Before Pixel Shift Shooting