Nikon S51 - Manual (Page 101)

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Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu
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White Balance
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, you can apply the white balance setting suited to a particular
light source to achieve more accurate results.
The effects of the selected option can be previewed in the monitor. At
settings other than [Auto], the icon for the current setting is displayed in the
monitor (c 6).
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Flash Mode
At white-balance settings other than [Auto] or [Flash], turn the flash off (B) (c 28).
G Auto (default setting)
White balance automatically adjusted to suit lighting conditions. Best choice in
most situations.
f Preset manual
Neutral-colored object used as reference to set white balance under unusual
lighting conditions (c 90).
g Daylight
White balance adjusted for direct sunlight.
h Incandescent
Use under incandescent lighting.
i Fluorescent
Use under most types of fluorescent lighting.
j Cloudy
Use when taking pictures under overcast skies.
l Flash
Use with the flash.