OTHER RECORDING FUNCTIONS

Multi (Multi pattern)

Multi (Multi pattern) metering divides the image into sections and measures the light in each section for a balanced exposure reading. The camera automatically determines shooting conditions according to the measured lighting pattern, and makes exposure settings accordingly. This type of metering provides error-free exposure settings for a wide range of shooting conditions.

Center Weighted

Center weighted metering measures light concentrating on the center of the focus area. Use this metering method when you want to exert some control over exposure, without leaving settings totally up to the camera.

Spot

Spot metering takes readings at a very small area. Use this metering method when you want exposure to be set according to the brightness of a particular subject, without it being affected by surrounding conditions.

IMPORTANT!

•When “Multi” is selected as the metering mode, certain procedures cause the metering mode setting to change automatically as described below.

•Changing the exposure compensation setting (page 87) to a value other than 0.0 changes the metering mode setting to “Center Weighted.” The metering mode changes back to “Multi” when you return the exposure compensation setting to 0.0.

NOTE

•You can use the key customization feature (page 120) to configure the [￿] and [￿] buttons so they select the metering method.

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