Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH8 Owner's Manual page 67

∫ Auto White Balance
Depending on the conditions prevailing when pictures are taken, the pictures may take on
a reddish or bluish tinge. Furthermore, when a multiple number of light sources are being
used or there is nothing with a color close to white, Auto White Balance may not function
properly. In this case, set the White Balance to a mode other than [AWB].
1 Auto White Balance will work within this range
2 Blue sky
3 Cloudy sky (Rain)
4 Shade
5 Sunlight
6 White fluorescent light
7 Incandescent light bulb
8 Sunrise and sunset
9 Candlelight
KlKelvin Color Temperature
Setting the White Balance manually
Set the White Balance value. Use to match the condition when taking photographs.
1
Select [Ó] and then press [MENU/SET].
2
Aim the camera at a sheet of white paper etc. so that the
frame in the center is filled by the white object only and then
press [MENU/SET].
•
White Balance may not be set when the subject is too bright or too
dark. Set the White Balance again after adjusting to appropriate
brightness.
•
Exit the menu after it is set.
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