METERING MODES

Metering mode

Multi-segment

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The metering mode specifies the metering pattern. The metering mode is set with the function button (p. 56).

On the function-selection screen, use the up/down keys of the controller to select the metering modes and the left/right keys to select the specific mode. Press the central button of the controller to complete the operation.

Multi-segment metering - the camera’s standard metering mode appropriate for most photographic situations. By combining information on the subject’s distance and position from the autofocus system, this mode is less influenced by spot lighting or backlighting.

Center weighted - measures light values over the entire image area with emphasis given the central region.

Spot - uses a circular area within the image to calculate the exposure. Spot metering allows precise exposure measurements of a particular object without being influenced by extremely bright or dark areas within the scene.

Spot metering area

The active mode is displayed on the monitor.

If the luminance levels of the scene are outside the metering range, both arrows at each end of the Ev scale blink. In dark conditions, use the camera flash. Under bright light, use a neutral density filter on the lens to control the light levels.

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