Camera

Changing metering methods

The metering mode refers to the method the device measures the quantity of light. The brightness and lighting of the photos may vary depending on the selected metering method.

In Camera mode, tap Camera Metering, and select a metering method. To use this feature in Camcorder mode, tap Camcorder Metering.

Multiple: The device divides the frame into several areas, and then measures the light value of each area.

Spot: The device measures the light value at the center of the frame.

Center-weighted: The device measures the background light in the center of the scene.

This feature is only visible in Expert mode.

Selecting white balance settings

The colors of photos or videos depend on the type or quality of the light source. Select white balance settings for realistic colors of photos or videos.

In Camera mode, tap Camera WB (Light Source) and select a white balance setting. To use this feature in Camcorder mode, tap Camcorder WB (Light Source).

Auto WB: Use this to automatically set white balance.

Daylight: Use this for sunny days.

Cloudy: Use this for cloudy days or in shadows.

Fluorescent_H: Use this under daylight fluorescent or 3-way fluorescent lights.

Fluorescent_L: Use this under white fluorescent lights.

Tungsten: Use this under incandescent bulbs or halogen lamps.

Custom: Use this to set custom white balance.

This feature is only visible in Expert mode.

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Samsung EK-GC120BKAVZW, EK-GC120ZWAVZW user manual Changing metering methods, Selecting white balance settings