Optimal Photo Printing of Image DataWhen people print images taken with digital cameras, they sometimes feel that the printedcolor tones differ from those of actual image or those displayed on the monitor.To get the print results as close as possible to the desired color tones, you must select aprinting method that is best suited to the application software used or to your purpose.Color ManagementDevices such as digital cameras, scanners, monitors, and printers handle color differently.Color management (color matching) is a method that manages device-dependent "colors"as a common color space.For Mac OS, a color management system called "ColorSync" is built into the operatingsystem.Adobe RGB and sRGB are popularly used as common color spaces. Adobe RGB has awider color space than sRGB.ICC profiles convert device-dependent "colors" into a common color space. By using anICC profile and carrying out color management, you can draw out the color space of theimage data within the color reproduction area that the printer can express.Selecting a Printing Method Suited to the Image DataThe recommended printing method depends on the color space (Adobe RGB or sRGB) ofthe image data or the application software to be used.There are two typical printing methods.Check the color space (Adobe RGB or sRGB) of the image data and the applicationsoftware to be used, and then select the printing method suited to your purpose.Adjusting Colors with the Printer DriverDescribes the procedure for printing by using the color correction function of the printerdriver.• To print using Canon Digital Photo ColorThe printer prints data with color tints that most people prefer, reproducing colors of theoriginal image data and producing three-dimensional effects and high, sharp contrasts.• To print by directly applying editing and touch-up results of an application softwareWhen printing the data, the printer brings out subtle color difference between dark andlight areas, while leaving the darkest and lightest areas intact.When printing the data, the printer applies fine adjustment results, such as brightnessadjustments made with an application software.42
