Panasonic DMC-GX8 Advanced Operating Manual - Page 129

4. Picture Quality and Color Tone Settings Adjusting the White Balance Applicable modes: In sunlight, under incandescent lights or in other such conditions where the color of white takes on a reddish or bluish tinge, this item adjusts to the color of white which is closest to what is seen by the eye in accordance with the light source. 1 Press 1 ( ). 2 Rotate the rear dial or front dial to select the White Balance. WB AWB [AWB] [V [ 1 ]/[ 2 ]/ [ 3 ]/[ 4 ] Automatic adjustment When taking pictures outdoors under a clear sky When taking pictures outdoors under a cloudy sky When taking pictures outdoors in the shade When taking pictures under incandescent lights When taking pictures with the flash only Set the White Balance value. Use to match the condition when taking photographs. 1 Press 3 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]. • This will set the White Balance and return you to the recording screen. • The same operation can be performed by pressing the shutter button. • 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. 129