Nikon D5100 Mode P (Programmed Auto), 1 Rotate the mode dial to P, 2Frame a photograph, focus, and shoot

Command dial

Mode P (Programmed Auto)

In this mode, the camera automatically adjusts shutter speed and aperture for optimal exposure in most situations. This mode is recommended for snapshots and other situations in which you want to leave the camera in charge of shutter speed and aperture. To take photographs in programmed auto:

1 Rotate the mode dial to P. Mode dial

2Frame a photograph, focus, and shoot.

tA Flexible Program

In mode P, different combinations of shutter speed and aperture can be selected by rotating the

command dial (“flexible program”). Rotate the dial to the right for large apertures (low f-numbers) that blur background details or fast shutter speeds that

“freeze” motion. Rotate the dial to the left for small apertures (high f-numbers) that increase depth of field or slow shutter speeds that blur motion. All

combinations produce the same exposure. While flexible program is in effect, a U(R) indicator appears in the viewfinder and information display. To restore default shutter speed and aperture settings, rotate the command dial until the indicator is no longer displayed, choose another mode, or turn the camera off.

ASee Also

See page 219 for information on the built-in exposure program.

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