P Mode

More discerning shots, in your preferred shooting style

Instructions in this chapter apply to the camera when set to [G] mode.

[G]: Program AE; AE: Auto Exposure

Before using a function introduced in this chapter in modes other than [G], make sure the function is available in that mode (=105 109).

Before Use

Basic Guide

Advanced Guide

Camera Basics

Auto Mode

Other Shooting Modes

P Mode

Playback Mode

Setting Menu

Accessories

Shooting in Program AE ([P] Mode)................

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Image Brightness (Exposure)..........................

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Adjusting Image Brightness

 

(Exposure Compensation).....................................

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Locking Image Brightness / Exposure

 

(AE Lock)...............................................................

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Changing the Metering Method.............................

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Changing the ISO Speed.......................................

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Correcting Image Brightness (i-Contrast)..............

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Adjusting White Balance..................................

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Shooting Range and Focusing........................

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Shooting Close-Ups (Macro).................................

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Shooting Distant Subjects (Infinity)........................

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Changing the AF Frame Mode...............................

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Magnifying the Area in Focus................................

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Changing the Focus Setting..................................

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Shooting with the AF Lock.....................................

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Flash..................................................................

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Changing the Flash Mode......................................

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Shooting with the FE Lock.....................................

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Using Eco Mode................................................

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Other Settings...................................................

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Displaying Grid Lines.............................................

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Deactivating the Digital Zoom................................

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Changing the Image Display Style after Shots......

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Changing the IS Mode Settings.............................

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Appendix

Index

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