Select A(auto) mode Mdbutton MWhite balance Mkbutton
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 by processing images according to the color of the light source. This is known as “white balance.” For natural colors, 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, the white balance setting suited to a particular light source can be specified manually to achieve more accurate results.
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aAuto | White balance is automatically adjusted to suit lighting conditions. | |
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cDaylight | Use under direct sunlight. | |
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dIncandescent | Use under incandescent lighting. | |
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eFluorescent | Use under fluorescent lighting. | |
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fCloudy | Use when taking images under overcast skies. | |
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gFlash | Use with the flash. | |
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The current setting can be confirmed in the monitor when shooting (A9). No indicator is displayed when Auto is selected.
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