Adjusting the Image Brightness (DExposure Compensation)

positive (+) compensation

negative (–) compensation

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•Compensation range: –2 EV to +2 EV (13 steps in 1/3 EV increments)

•Explanation of Terms “EV” (➝p.181)

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•This setting is retained when the mode is changed or the camera is turned off (Sicon appears). Set the exposure compensation to “0” unless compensation is required.

•Any of the following disables exposure compensation:

-Using the flash in AUTO or bmode

-Shooting dark scenes in dmode

Guide to compensation

•Backlit portraits: +2 steps to +4 steps (+2/3 EV to +1 2/3 EV)

•Very bright scenes (such as snowfields) and highly

reflective subjects: +3 steps (+1 EV)

•Shots made up predominantly of sky: +3 steps (+1 EV)

•Spotlit subjects, particularly against dark backgrounds: –2 steps (–2/3 EV)

•Scenes with low reflectivity, such as shots of pine trees or dark foliage: –2 steps (–2/3 EV)

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