Basic techniques for better images

Adjusting ISO Sensitivity (Recommended Exposure Index)

ISO sensitivity is a speed rating for recording media that incorporates an image sensor that receives light. Even when the exposure is the same, images differ depending on the ISO sensitivity.

To adjust the ISO sensitivity, see page 48.

High ISO sensitivity

Records a bright image even in dark locations while increasing shutter speed to reduce blur.

However, the image tends to become noisy.

Low ISO sensitivity Records a smoother image.

However, when the exposure is insufficient, the image may become darker.

Color

On the effects of lighting

 

 

 

The apparent color of the subject is affected by the lighting conditions.

Example: The color of an image affected by light sources

Weather/lighting

 

Daylight

 

Cloudy

 

Fluorescent

 

Incandescent

Characteristics of

White (standard)

 

Bluish

 

Green-tinged

 

Reddish

light

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The color tones are adjusted automatically in the Auto Adjustment mode. However, you can adjust color tones manually with [White Balance] (page 52).

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