w White Balance (Adjusting Hue)

Select A (auto) mode Mtap F Mw White 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 by processing images according to the color of the light source. This is known as “white balance.” For natural colors, select a white balance setting that matches the light source before shooting.

Although Auto (default setting) can be used under most types of lighting, white balance can be adjusted to suit the sky conditions or light source and achieve more natural color tones in the image.

Option

Description

aAuto

White balance is automatically adjusted to suit lighting conditions.

(default setting)

 

 

 

bPreset manual

Useful when shooting under unusual lighting (E63).

 

 

cDaylight

White balance adjusted for direct sunlight.

 

 

dIncandes.

Use under incandescent lighting.

 

 

eFluorescent

Use under fluorescent lighting.

 

 

fCloudy

Use when taking pictures under overcast skies.

 

 

gFlash

Use with the flash.

 

 

Tap an option to select it and tap I.

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Nikon S6400 manual White Balance Adjusting Hue, E62, Select a auto mode Mtap F Mw White balance, Option Description AAuto