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VI Basic Operations CAMERA
2 Photographing Images
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Custom modes
Custom mode is the mode in which the set values for individual subjects and objectives
and those of scene modes are saved. Pressing one of the buttons c1 through c7 calls
up the saved content of the selected custom mode. You also can confirm the information
in the Info box.
NOTE:
* The method for setting the contents of custom modes are detailed in the
explanation of the Advn. menu.
* Saved settings are applied to both 5M and 2M cameras. However, note that
white balance (WB) will differ for 2M and 5M cameras.
* If you use several cameras of different types, identify them with numbers.
(2) Adjusting the white balance
Before photographing an image you need to adjust the white balance of the camera using a
subject which is evenly white overall.
When using diascopic illumination for microphotography, press WB while you are
photographing a transparent part of the preparation, and the white balance will be adjusted.
When using episcopic illumination for microphotography or using a lens, adjust the white balance
in the same way by using a white subject.
For fluorescent photographing, we recommend that the white balance be adjusted under normal
light conditions before photographing an image.
If the screen is excessively dark or if clipping occurs, adjust the luminous energy of the light
source or the iris diaphragm, or use an ND filter to obtain the appropriate white balance.
NOTE: For especially dark subjects, noise may become conspicuous.
(3) Adjusting the focus
Determine an image composition and adjust the focus while watching the image on the monitor.
If you have difficulty adjusting the focus because of a dark subject or there is an extended
exposure time, using DF/FL scene mode is recommended.
For operation method of DF/FL scene mode, refer to "2.1.2 Special Photography on the Easy
Menu-DF/FL Scene Mode." in Chapter IV.
(4) Correcting exposure
Use CMP. +00 to correct exposure.
Setting CMP. +00 to the positive side makes the screen brighter.
(5) Confirming the image
Press (freeze button), and the screen will be switched between Freeze and Live. While in
Freeze or Live, confirm the image you are photographing.
For photographing from DF/FL scene mode, refer to "2.1.2 Special Photography on the Easy
Menu-DF/FL Scene Mode." in Chapter IV.