White Balance Flashcards
auto (AWB)
mode uses internal camera sensor and sets the white balance for you
not always accurate
daylight (sun)
mode for daylight while shooting outdoors
many cameras do not have this mode
cloudy (cloud)
mode ideal for shooting on a cloudy day
warms up subject and surroundings
allows to capture better shots
shade
shaded area produces cooler bluer pictures, need to warm up surroundings while shooting shaded objects
tungsten (lightbulb)
mode used for light under a little bulb
often used shooting indoors
cools down temperature in photos
fluorescent
mode used to get brighter warmer shots while compensating for the cool shade of fluorescent light
flash
mode required when there is inadequate lighting available
mode helps pick the right white balance under low light conditions