Sony α SLT-A58 Instruction Manual page 235

2
Hold the camera so that the white area fully covers the AF area
located in the center, and then press the shutter button down.
The shutter clicks and the calibrated values (Color Temperature and Color
Filter) are displayed.
3
Press the center of the control button.
The screen returns to the recording information display with the memorized
custom white balance setting retained.
• The custom white balance setting registered in this operation is effective
until a new setting is registered.
Notes
• The message "Custom WB Error" indicates that the value is beyond the expected
range, when the flash is used on a subject in close proximity or a subject with a
bright color is in the frame. If you register this value, the
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.
To call the custom white balance setting
WB on the control button t
• Press B to display the fine adjustment screen and compensate the color to
your preference.
Notes
• If the flash is used when the shutter button is pressed, a custom white balance is
registered with the flash light taken into account. Take pictures with the flash in later
shot.
Adjusting color tones (White Balance)
indicator turns yellow
(Custom)
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