Shooting Using the Mode Dial

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3 Shoot.

Exposure Level Indicator

•The exposure level indicator appears, and you can check the difference between the selected exposure and the correct exposure*. If the difference is more than ±2 stops, the selected exposure appears in red on the LCD monitor.

• When you press the shutter buttonCorrect Exposure halfway, the difference between the

correct exposure* and the selected exposure appears on the LCD monitor. If the difference is more than 2 stops, “–2” or “+2” appears on the LCD monitor in red.

*The standard exposure is calculated by measuring the brightness according to the selected metering method.

•When you press the button, the shutter speed or aperture value will automatically shift to obtain the correct exposure

(except when the icon is selected). When the shutter speed is selected, the aperture value will change. When the aperture is selected, the shutter speed will change.

z If the zoom is adjusted after these values are set, the aperture value or the shutter speed may change in accordance with the zoom position (p. 95).

zThe brightness of the LCD monitor matches the selected

shutter speed and aperture value. When you select a fast

shutter speed or shoot a subject in a dark place, set it to (Flash on) or attach an externally mounted flash, the image will always be bright.