qChanging the Metering ModeN

The metering mode is the method of measuring the brightness of the subject. In the Basic Zone modes, evaluative metering is set. This need not be changed unless you really want to.

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Press the <YQ> button.

X[Metering mode] will appear.

Select the metering mode.

Press the <U> key to select the desired metering mode.

When you press the shutter button halfway, the selected metering mode will be displayed on the LCD monitor.

qEvaluative metering

This is an all-around metering mode suited for portraits and even backlit subjects. The camera sets the exposure automatically to suit the scene.

wPartial metering

This is effective for backlit subjects when the light surrounding the subject is strong. The gray area in the left figure is where the metering is weighted to obtain the standard exposure.

eCenter-weighted average metering

This is for advanced users for obtaining the correct exposure for backlit subjects and other scenes using appropriate exposure compensation.

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