i: Setting the ISO SpeedN

Set the ISO speed (image sensor’s sensitivity to light) to suit the ambient light level. For example, when you increase the ISO speed (higher number) for low light, a faster shutter speed can be used and camera shake will be less prone to occur. The effective range of the flash will also increase.

ISO Speed in the Basic Zone Modes

The ISO speed is set automatically within ISO 100 - 800.

ISO Speed in the Creative Zone Modes

ISO 100 - 1600 can be set in 1/3-stop increments. Also, the “Auto” setting will change the ISO speed automatically to suit the ambient light level.

1 Press the <m> button. (9) X The current ISO speed will be displayed on the LCD panel.

In the Basic Zone modes, “Auto” will be displayed on the LCD panel.

2 Set the ISO speed.

While looking at the LCD panel or viewfinder, turn the <6> dial.

With “Auto”, the ISO speed will be set automatically.

Using a high ISO speed or shooting in high-temperature conditions may result in more grainy images.

High temperatures, high ISO speeds, or long exposures may cause irregular colors in the image.

With [8C.Fn I -3] (ISO expansion) set to [1: On] (p.154), “H” (ISO 3200) can also be set.

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