d: Program AE

Shooting Tips

Change the ISO speed. Use the built-in flash.

To match the subject and ambient lighting level, you can change the ISO speed (p.98) or use the built-in flash (p.111). In the <d> mode, the built-in flash will not fire automatically. In indoors or during low light shooting, you should therefore press the <I> (flash) button to raise the built-in flash.

Change the program using Program shift.

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

If the “30"” shutter speed and the lower f/number blink, it indicates underexposure. Increase the ISO speed or use flash.

If the “4000” shutter speed and the higher f/number blink, it indicates overexposure. Decrease the ISO speed.

Differences Between <d> and <A> (Scene Intelligent Auto)

In the <A> mode, many functions, such as the AF operation and metering mode, are set automatically to prevent spoiled shots. The functions you can set are limited. With <d> mode, only the shutter speed and aperture are set automatically. You can freely set the AF operation, metering mode, and other functions (p.316).

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