Sony SLT-A99V α Handbook - Page 89
Histogram, Monitoring the subject through the lens without effects displayed
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Switching the recording information display (DISP) Histogram The histogram displays the luminance distribution that shows how many pixels of a particular brightness exist in the picture. The exposure compensation will change the histogram accordingly. Both ends of the histogram show a highkey or low-key portion. You cannot restore these area with a computer later. Adjust the exposure if necessary and shoot again. Dark Light Switching the recording information display Number of pixels Notes • The histogram does not indicate the final recorded image. It indicates the condition of the image just monitored on the screen. The histogram will differ based on aperture setting, etc. • The histogram differs between shooting and playback in the following situations: - When firing the flash. - When the subject has low intensity, such as night scenery. Monitoring the subject through the lens without effects displayed You can monitor the subject through the lens without effects, such as the exposure compensation, white balance, Creative Style, Picture Effect etc., displayed. 89