78Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusB White BalanceThe 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, withthe result that white objects appear white whether seen in the shade, directsunlight, or under incandescent lighting. Digital cameras can mimic thisadjustment by processing images according to the color of the light source. This isknown as “white balance.” For natural coloration, choose a white balance settingthat matches the light source before shooting. Although the default setting, Auto,can be used under most types of lighting, you can apply the white balance settingsuited to a particular light source to achieve more accurate results.The effects of the selected option can be previewed in the monitor. At settingsother than Auto, the icon for the current setting is displayed in the monitor (A 6).B Flash ModeAt white-balance settings other than Auto or Flash, turn the flash off (W) (A 28).a Auto (default setting)White balance automatically adjusted to suit lighting conditions. Best choice inmost situations.b Preset manualNeutral-colored object used as reference to set white balance under unusuallighting conditions. Please refer to “Preset Manual” for more information(A 79).c DaylightWhite balance adjusted for direct sunlight.d IncandescentUse under incandescent lighting.e FluorescentUse under most types of fluorescent lighting.f CloudyUse when taking pictures under overcast skies.g FlashUse with the flash mode.
