49Reference—P, S, A, and M ModesWhite balance ensures that colors appear natural regardless of the color ofthe light source. Auto white balance is recommended in most situations,but it may necessary to choose another option if colors seem too cold orwarm.Option DescriptionAuto(default)White balance automatically adjusted to suit lighting condi-tions. Recommended for most situations.Incandescent Use under incandescent lighting.Fluorescent Use under fluorescent lighting.Dir. sunlight Use with subjects lit by direct sunlight.Flash Use with the built-in flash or optional Nikon flash units.Cloudy Use in daylight under overcast skies.Shade Use in daylight with subjects in the shade.Preset Use gray or white object or existing photograph as referencefor white balance ( 79).The current white balance setting is shown in thecontrol panel.Controls used: ➤ Shooting menu ➤ White BalanceWhite BalanceThe WB ButtonIf the monitor is off, white balance can be set by press-ing the (WB) button and rotating the commanddial until the desired setting is displayed in the controlpanel.Advanced Settings12: BKT SET can be used to vary white balance automatically over a series ofphotographs ( 93).
