AElectronic Analog Exposure Displays

The electronic analog exposure displays in the viewfinder and top control panel show whether the photograph would be under- or over-exposed at current settings. Depending on the option chosen for Custom Setting b2 ([EV steps for exposure cntrl.], pg. 314), the amount of under- or overexposure is shown in increments of 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV, or 1 EV. If the limits of the exposure metering system are exceeded, the displays will flash.

Custom Setting b2 set to [1/3 step]

Optimal exposure

Underexposed by 1/3 EV

Overexposed by over 3 EV

Control panel

Viewfinder

ALong Time-Exposures

At a shutter speed of A, the shutter will Z remain open while the shutter-release button

is held down. Use for long time-exposure photographs of moving lights, the stars, night scenery, or fireworks. Nikon recommends using a fully-charged EN-EL4a battery or an optional EH-6 AC adapter to prevent loss of power while the shutter is open. Note that noise and distortion may be present in long exposures; before shooting, choose [On] for the [Long exp. NR] option in the shooting menu (pg. 300).

ASee Also

Shutter speed: 35 s

Aperture: f/25

See Custom Setting f10 ([Reverse indicators], pg. 345) for information on reversing the electronic analog exposure display.

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