Sony DSC S30 Operating Instructions - Page 43

Adjusting the exposure (EXPOSURE) 1 2,3 1 Set the MODE selector to MOVIE or STILL. 2 Select [CAMERA] and then [EXPOSURE] from the menu. 3 Select the desired exposure value. Adjust the exposure value while checking the brightness of the background. You can select values ranging from +2.0 EV to -2.0 EV in steps of 1/3 EV. Note The exposure may not be adjusted properly when the subject is extremely bright or dark, or when using the flash. Adjusting the white balance (WHITE BALANCE) Normally the white balance is automatically adjusted. 1 2,3 1 Set the MODE selector to MOVIE or STILL. 2 Select [CAMERA] and then [WHITE BALANCE] from the menu. 3 Select the desired white balance setting. IN DOOR (n) • Places where the lighting condition changes quickly • Under bright lighting such as photography studios • Under sodium or mercury lamps OUT DOOR ( ) Recording a sunrise/sunset, night scene, neon signs, or fireworks HOLD Recording a single-colored subject or background AUTO (No indicator) Adjusts the white balance automatically To reactivate auto adjustment Select [AUTO] in step 3. Note Select [AUTO] when recording under fluorescent lighting. 43 B Various recording