Snow, if it comes

Do this

1. Snow is white; the camera thinks it should be grey. Exposure compensation +1, sometimes +1⅔. Check the screen — snow should look white, not dull.
2. Blue snow in the shade is normal on the screen; leave white balance on Auto and judge later, or set 'Daylight' if you want it corrected in camera.
3. Find something dark or coloured for contrast: a red coat, a tree, a fence.
4. Falling snow: Tv 1/250 freezes flakes; 1/30 turns them into streaks. Both work.

If it goes wrong

Snow grey and dirty-looking

Not bright enough. +1⅓.

Lens fogs coming inside

Ziplock bag before you go in. See 'Lens fogged up'.