Adjusting the black balance

Black balance must be adjusted in the following instances:

  • When the camera is used for the first time

  • When the camera has not been used for a long time

  • When the ambient temperature has changed considerably

  • When super gain is set with the USER button

  • When changing the gain switch values

  • When switching the items in the main menu → [SYSTEM MODE] → [REC FORMAT]

To shoot optimum video, we recommend adjusting the black balance immediately before shooting.

Before adjusting the black balance, prepare the conditions for adjusting the white balance.

Set the <WHITE BAL> switch to <A> or <B>.

Push the <AUTO W/B BAL> switch towards <ABB> and then release it.

The <AUTO W/B BAL> switch returns to the central position and the black balance is automatically adjusted.

Black balance memory

Values stored to memory are saved even if the camera is turned off.