s: Shutter-Priority AE

In this mode, you set the shutter speed and the camera automatically sets the aperture to obtain the correct exposure matching the brightness of the subject. This is called shutter-priority AE. A faster shutter speed can freeze the action or moving subject. Or a slower shutter speed can create a blurred effect, giving the impression of motion.

* <s> stands for Time value.

Fast shutter speed

Slow shutter speed

1 2

Set the Mode Dial to <s>.

Set the desired shutter speed.

While looking at the LCD panel, turn the <6> dial.

3 Focus the subject.

Press the shutter button halfway.

XThe aperture is set automatically.

4 Checkshoot. the viewfinder display and

As long as the aperture is not blinking, the exposure will be correct.

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Canon EOS40D Shutter-Priority AE, Set the Mode Dial to s Set the desired shutter speed, Checkshoot. the viewfinder display