d: Program AE

Shooting Tips

Changing the ISO speed and using the built-in flash.

To match the subject and ambient lighting level, you can change the ISO speed (p.60) or use the built-in flash (p.62). In the <d> mode, the built-in flash will not fire automatically. So under low light, press the <I> (Flash) button to pop up the built-in flash.

The program can be shifted. (Program shift)

After pressing the shutter button halfway, turn the <6> dial to change the shutter speed and aperture setting combination (program). After you take the picture, the program shift will be canceled. Program shift is not possible with flash.

In very low light or very bright light, the shutter speed and aperture display will blink when you press the shutter button halfway, as shown in the figure. In low light (30” 3.5), either increase the ISO speed (p.60) or use flash (p.62). In bright light (4000 22), decrease the ISO speed.

Differences Between <d> and <1> (Full Auto)

With <1>, many functions such the AF mode, drive mode, and metering mode are set automatically to prevent spoiled shots. The functions you can set are limited. With <d>, only the shutter speed and aperture are set automatically. You can freely set the AF mode, drive mode, and other functions (p.198).

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