Nikon COOLPIXP300BK user manual White Balance, Set to A, B, Cor DMdShooting menu MWhite balance

Shooting Options: Shooting Menu (A, B, C, DModes)

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White Balance

Set to A, B, Cor DMd(Shooting menu) MWhite balance

The color of light reflected from an object varies with the color of the light source. The human brain is able to adapt to changes in the color of the light source, with the result that white objects appear white whether seen in the shade, direct sunlight, or under incandescent lighting. Digital cameras can mimic this adjustment of the human eye by processing images according to the color of the light source. This is known as “white balance.” For natural coloration, choose a white balance setting that matches the light source before shooting.

Although the default setting, Auto, can be used under most types of lighting, you can apply the white balance setting suited to a particular light source to achieve more accurate results.

aAuto (default setting)

The white balance is automatically adjusted to suit the lighting conditions. The best choice in most situations.

bPreset manual

Use when shooting under unusual lighting. See “Preset Manual” (A77) for more information.

cDaylight

The white balance is adjusted for direct sunlight.

dIncandescent

Use under incandescent lighting.

eFluorescent

Use under most types of fluorescent lighting.

fCloudy

Use when shooting under overcast skies.

gFlash

Use with the flash.

When white balance is enabled, the current setting is displayed during shooting (A6). When Auto is selected, an icon for the current setting is not displayed.

CNotes on White Balance

•When hue is adjusted using the creative slider (A71), this feature cannot be set.

•At white balance settings other than Auto or Flash, set the flash to W (Off ) (A32).

•This feature cannot be used simultaneously with certain features. See “Functions that Cannot be Applied Simultaneously” (A90) for more information.

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