68

RShutter-Priority AE

I
n this mode, you set the shutter speed and the camera automatically
sets the aperture value to suit the brightness of the subject. This is called
Shutter-Priority AE.
A fast shutter speed can freeze the motion of a fast-moving subject and
a slow shutter speed can blur the subject to give the impression of
motion.
∗R stands for “time value.”
Set the Mode Dial to <R>.
1
Select the desired shutter speed.
•Look at the LCD panel and turn the
<l> dial to set the desired shutter
speed.
2
Focus on the subject.
•Press the shutter button down halfway.
sThe aperture value is determined
automatically.
3
Check the viewfinder display and
shoot.
•If the aperture value is not blinking, the
exposure is correct.
4
Fast shutter speed Slow shutter speed