Camera Basics

1.14 White Balance and Color Temperature: Algorithms, Hardware, and Creative Applications

Comprehensive guide to white balance systems including AWB sensors, AI scene recognition, and creative color temperature techniques.

by Daoming
June 25, 2024

White Balance and Color Temperature: Algorithms, Hardware, and Creative Applications

Content to be added - This article will explore white balance technology and creative applications.

Article Outline

1. Color Temperature Fundamentals

  • Kelvin scale and color temperature
  • Daylight vs artificial light characteristics
  • Color temperature measurement methods
  • Spectral power distribution analysis

2. Automatic White Balance Technology

  • AWB sensor technology and operation
  • AI scene recognition integration
  • Multi-area white balance sampling
  • Continuous AWB adjustment systems

3. Manual White Balance Techniques

  • Custom Kelvin value selection
  • White balance bracketing strategies
  • Mixed lighting scenarios
  • Creative color temperature effects

4. Advanced Applications

  • Video white balance consistency
  • Studio lighting white balance matching
  • Post-processing color correction
  • RAW file white balance flexibility

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