qChanging the Metering ModeN

The metering mode is the method of measuring the brightness of the subject. Normally, evaluative metering is recommended.

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Press the <WQ> button.

X[Metering mode] will appear.

Select the metering mode.

Press the <V> key to select the metering mode, then press <0>.

qEvaluative metering

This is an all-around metering mode suited for portraits and even backlit subjects. The camera sets the exposure automatically to suit the scene. This metering mode is set automatically in the Basic Zone modes.

wPartial metering

Effective when the background is much brighter than the subject due to backlighting, etc. The gray area in the left figure is where the metering is weighted to obtain the standard exposure.

eCenter-weighted average metering

The metering is weighted at the center and then averaged for the entire scene. This metering mode is for advanced users.

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