Changes to the “Choose Color Temperature” White Balance Option
Changes have been made to the procedure for choosing a color temperature when [] is selected for white balance (Choosing a Color Temperature). You can adjust color temperature on the A (amber)–B (blue) and G (green)–M (magenta) axes, just as you would when fine-tuning other white balance options.
Using the Menus
When prompted to choose a color temperature, press W (Q) to view fine-tuning options. Use the multi selector to position the cursor on the
grid.
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The cursor can be moved up to six steps from the center along either axis. The selected value is displayed to the right of the grid.
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The A (amber)–B (blue) axis corresponds to color temperature and is ruled in increments of 0.5. A change of 1 is equivalent to approximately 5 mired.
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The G (green)–M (magenta) axis has effects similar to color compensation filters and is ruled in increments of 0.25. A change of 1 is equivalent to approximately 0.05 diffuse density units.
Using Buttons
To make fine adjustments to color temperature when [] is selected for white balance, hold the U button and use the multi selector.
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Hold the U button and rotate the sub-command dial to choose a color temperature in mireds.
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To choose a color temperature, hold the U button and press 1, 3, 4, or 2.
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The selected setting takes effect when the U button is released.
The i Menu
Pressing J when [] is highlighted in the i menu displays a list of white balance options. Highlight K [] and press 3 to choose a color temperature. To view fine-tuning options, press W (Q) in the color-temperature adjustment display.
The Information Display
To choose a color temperature using the command dials, press the U button while shooting information is displayed.
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Hold the U button and rotate the sub-command dial to choose a color temperature in mireds.
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To choose a color temperature, hold the U button and press 1, 3, 4, or 2.
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The selected setting takes effect when the U button is released.