Using previously saved fixed settings | Changing the metering system |
Once you have saved your fixed settings, the camera uses those settings for any photos that you take while Fixed Settings is displayed in the
1.Make sure that Manual is selected as the camera mode. See “Making camera mode settings” on page
2.Remove the lens cap, turn on the camera, and set the dial switch to 
.
Note:
You cannot use the fixed settings feature when taking pictures using the viewfinder.
3.Press the button at the
4.Take a picture.
Your camera uses the divided brightness metering system by default. When in the Manual camera mode, you can switch freely between the divided brightness and spot metering systems.
Note:
When taking photos using the portrait exposure setting, the camera automatically uses the spot metering system. To
select Portrait as the exposure setting, see “Making4 predefined exposure settings” on page
When to change the metering system
Use the spot metering system in most photographic situations.
Use the divided brightness metering system in the following situations:
❏When taking pictures of objects that have a bright background, such as a chair in front of a
❏When there is a clear contrast in shading between the upper and lower part of the frame
How to change the metering system
Follow the steps below to change the metering system.
Making Settings