White Balance

For natural colors, press the WB button and rotate the command dial

 

until a setting that matches the light source is highlighted in the display

+

(for an explanation of “white balance,” see the Glossary on page 117).

 

OptionDescription

AUTO White balance adjusted automatically.

y/z Measure values for white balance (pg. 40).

iFor subjects in direct sunlight.

jFor subjects in the shade.

kUse under “daylight” fl uorescent lights.

lUse under “warm white” fl uorescent lights.

mUse under “cool white” fl uorescent lights.

nUse under incandescent lighting.

If AUTO does not produce the desired results (for example, when taking close-ups), select yor z and measure a value for white balance or choose the option that matches the light source.

aNotes

•At settings other than yand z, auto white balance is used with the fl ash. Turn the fl ash off (pg. 28) to take pictures at other settings.

•Results vary with shooting conditions. Play pictures back after shooting to check colors in the monitor.

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