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Aperture—also known as f-stop, controls
the size of the lens opening, which determines
the depth of field. Smaller f-numbers, for
example f/2.8, refers to a bigger lens opening.
Larger f-numbers, for example f/8, refers to a
smaller lens opening.
Larger f-numbers keep the main subject sharp;
good for landscapes and well-lit conditions.
Smaller f-numbers are good for portraits and
low-light conditions. The highest and lowest
aperture numbers may be affected by optical
zoom.
Shutter speed—controls how long the shutter stays open. A shaking
hand icon warns of slow shutter speeds. (Use a tripod for slow shutter
speeds.)
Exposure Compensation—use to manually adjust the exposure; good
for controlling backlit or non-standard scenes. If the picture is too light,
decrease the setting; if it’s too dark, increase the setting.
Changing P, A, S, or M mode settings
PASM modes control the f-number, shutter speed, and exposure
compensation. Use the Menu button to control all other settings.
1Turn the Mode dial to PASM.
The mode options are displayed.
2Move the joystick to choose
P, A, S, or M.
3Press to:
■Move between available settings.
■Open a setting.
■Change the setting.
4Press the Menu button to change other
settings (see page 27).
5Take a pict ure .
Aperture
Shutter
speed
Exposure
compensation
Modesetting
P, A, S, or M mode options
White—sekectable
Grey—non-selectable
Yellow—changeable value
Red—out of range