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You can set the exposure an d focus separately. This is effective
when the contrast is too strong between th e subject and
background or when a su bject is backlit.
To Release the AE Lock:
Press any button other than the ISO button.

Locking the Exposure Se tting

(AE Lock)

Shooting Mode
You must set the flash to . The AE lock cannot be set if
the flash fires.
1Focus on the part of the subject on which
you wish to lock the exposure setting.
2Press and hold the shutter button halfway
and press the ISO button.
zThe exposure is fixed.
zThe appears on the LCD monitor (or viewfinder).
3Re-aim the camera to compose the shot as
desired and press the shutter button fully.
zYou can set the expos ure shift after the AE lock in the
mode (p.52).
zYou can use the FE lock when using the flash (p.86).