Setting the Shutter Speed Manually

You can specify the shutter speed from 1 to 1/2000 sec., or B (Bulb).

To set the shutter speed, rotate the shutter speed dial to the desired shutter speed value.

Note:

❏To avoid blurring, set the shutter speed faster than "1/focal length (mm)." If using a slower shutter speed, the use of a tripod is recommended.

❏For brighter subjects, fast moving subjects or with a higher ISO sensitivity, a higher shutter speed is recommended.

B (Bulb) Setting

The bulb setting is used for shooting night pictures or astronomical objects. With this setting, the shutter stays open as long as the shutter release button is depressed.

Using a Flash

You can use an optional flash unit when shooting pictures under low light conditions. The syncro speed of the flash is 1/125 second. Set the shutter speed dial to 125 when using a flash.

For more information, see the documentation included with your flash.

Setting the Aperture

Rotate the lens aperture ring to the desired value.

For more information, see the documentation included with your lens.

Using the Light Meter

The camera has a built-in light meter that calculates the best shutter speed for the amount of light available through the lens (TTL). Press the shutter release button halfway to view the metered shutter speed (in red) at the bottom of the viewfinder, then adjust the exposure settings as needed.

The metered value is displayed in the range of 1 through 2000. For any value higher than one second, 1 is displayed in the viewfinder. Likewise, for values lower than 1/2000 second, 2000 is displayed in the viewfinder.

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