METERING MODES

1

3

2

The metering modes control how light is measured. The metered exposure may vary between autofocus and manual focus.

Turn the function dial to the metering-mode position (1).

While pressing the function button (2), turn the control dial (3) until the appropriate metering mode is displayed on the data panel. Release the function button.

14-segment honeycomb-pattern metering - the

camera’s standard metering mode appropriate for most photographic situations. By combining information from the autofocus system, this mode is less influenced by spot lighting or backlighting. When using non-D series lenses with manual focus, this mode changes to center-weighted metering.

Center-weighted metering - light values of the entire

scene are measured with emphasis given to the central area.

Spot metering - the area in

the spot circle in the

viewfinder

is used

to

determine the exposure. The

spot allows a specific object to

be measured

without

being

influenced by bright or dark

areas within the scene.

Spot metering area

 

 

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