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E59
The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode)
Reference Section
W White Balance (Adjusting Hue)
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 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, the white balance setting suited to a
particular light source can be specified manually to achieve more accurate results.
B Note on White Balance Setting
Turn the flash off c (A 54) at white balance settings other than Auto or Flash.
Select A (auto) mode M d tab M W White balance
Option Description
s Auto (default setting)
White balance automatically adjusted to suit lighting
conditions. Best choice in most situations.
b Preset manual
Neutral-colored object used as reference to set white balance
under unusual lighting conditions. See “Preset Manual”
(E 60) for more information.
c Daylight White balance adjusted for direct sunlight.
d Incandescent
Use under incandescent lighting.
e Fluorescent Use under fluorescent lighting.
f Cloudy Use when taking pictures under overcast skies.
g Flash
Use with the flash.