EXPOSURE MODES

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The exposure modes control how the shutter speeds and aperture are changed. Four modes are available.

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

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

Program - controls both the shutter speed and aperture P required for each exposure. The operation is the same as

described in the taking-a-picture section on page 21.

Aperture priority - the photographer specifies the A aperture, the camera sets the appropriate shutter speed for

the required exposure (p. 39).

Shutter priority - the photographer specifies the shutter S speed, the camera sets the appropriate aperture for the

required exposure (p. 40).

Manual exposure - the photographer specifies both the M shutter speed and aperture for the exposure (p. 44). Bulb

exposures can be made (p. 45).

Camera Notes

If the light levels are outside the metering range of the camera, both viewfinder exposure indicators blink. In dark conditions, use the camera flash. Under bright light, use a neutral density filter to control the light level.

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