White Balance on Auto??

[markc]

I just double checked this: WB is simply saved in the header. Setting it in camera or changing it in the RAW converter is identical. You are simply making a selection, not affecting the data. I usually do agree that getting it right in-camera is the best, but only if it's something that's part of the source data. In this case, it has no impact.

http://www.luminous-landscape.com/tutorials/understanding-series/u-raw-files.shtml

If you want to confirm this, shoot a scene with a grey card in it at various WB settings. Pull them into the converter and use the grey card as a neutral reference. They should all turn out the same.

 

[DepthAfield]

Thanks for the info Markc…

You are really putting a damper on my beer buzz though!!

 

[markc]

Try rum. Arrrrrr!

 

[tekzero]

i rarely trust AUTO WB
i usually shoot in A or S priority, or M, and then i usually choose the WB condition, and it serves well