RECORDING MODE
EXPOSURE MODES
The four exposure modes allow extensive control over image making. Programmed AE gives carefree operation, aperture and shutter priority allow photographers to optimise exposures in different situations, and manual expo- sure provides complete freedom in controlling the final image. See setting the function dial section on page 44.
P | Program – the camera controls both the shutter speeds and aperture. |
A | Aperture priority – the photographer selects the aperture and the camera sets the appro- |
priate shutter speed. | |
S | Shutter priority – the photographer selects the shutter speed and the camera sets the |
appropriate aperture. |
M Manual exposure – the photographer selects both the shutter speed and aperture.
Data panel
LCD monitor
Exposure modes
Shutter speed
Aperture
All exposure mode icons on the data panel have been shown for clarity.
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