Nikon D5100 Mode D'Emploi

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White balance ensures that colors are unaffected by the color of the light source. 
Auto white balance is recommended for most light sources; in P, S, A, and M modes, 
other values can be selected if necessary according to the type of source:

If shooting information is not displayed in the monitor, press the 

P button. 

Press the 

P button again to place the cursor in the information display.

Highlight the current white balance setting in 
the information display and press 

J.

Highlight an option and press 

J. To return to 

shooting mode, press the shutter-release button 
halfway.

v Auto

Automatic white balance adjustment. Recommended in most situations.

J Incandescent

Use under incandescent lighting.

I Fluorescent

Use with the light sources listed on page 82.

H Direct sunlight Use with subjects lit by direct sunlight.

N Flash

Use with the flash.

G Cloudy

Use in daylight under overcast skies.

M Shade

Use in daylight with subjects in the shade.

L Preset manual Measure white balance or copy white balance from existing photo (0 84).

P button