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In this mode, you set the desired aperture and the camera sets the shutter speed
automatically to suit the subject brightness. This is called aperture-priority AE.
A larger aperture opening (smaller f/number) will result in a blurred background
ideal for portraits. This occurs because a lower f/number decreases the depth of
field (range of acceptable focus). On the other hand, a smaller aperture opening
(larger f/number) will make more of the foreground and background fall within
acceptable focus. A smaller aperture opening increases the depth of field.
* <f> stands for Aperture value.
1Set the Mode Dial to <f>.
2Set the desired aperture value.
While looking at the LCD panel, turn
the <6> dial.
It can be set in 1/3-stop increments.
3Focus the subject.
Press the shutter button halfway.
XThe shutter speed is set
automatically.
4Check the viewfinder display and
shoot.
As long as the shutter speed is not
blinking, the exposure will be correct.
f
Aperture-Priority AE
With a large aperture opening With a small aperture opening