Sony HX400V Camcorder User Manual


 
then press on the center of the control button.
The calibrated values (Color Temperature and Color Filter) are displayed and registered.
Note
The message [Custom WB Error] indicates that the value is higher than the expected range,
when the flash is used on a subject with too bright colors in the frame. If you register this
value, the indicator turns yellow on the recording information display. You can shoot at
this point, but it is recommended that you set the white balance again to get a more accurate
white balance value.
[67] How to Use
Using shooting functions Selecting an effect mode
Picture Effect
Select the desired effect filter to achieve more impressive and artistic images.
1. MENU (Camera Settings) → [Picture Effect] → desired setting.
Menu item details
Off (default setting):
Disables the [Picture Effect] function.
Toy Camera:
Creates a soft image with shaded corners and reduced sharpness.
Pop Color:
Creates a vivid look by emphasizing color tones.
Posterization:
Creates a high contrast, abstract look by heavily emphasizing primary colors, or in black and
white.
Retro Photo:
Creates the look of an aged photo with sepia color tones and faded contrast.
Soft High-key:
Creates an image with the indicated atmosphere: bright, transparent, ethereal, tender, soft.
Partial Color:
Creates an image which retains a specific color, but converts others to black and white.
High Contrast Mono.:
Creates a high-contrast image in black and white.