Mode P (Programmed Auto)

This mode is recommended for snapshots or

Mode dial

whenever you want to leave the camera in charge of

 

shutter speed and aperture. The camera

 

automatically adjusts shutter speed and aperture for

 

optimal exposure in most situations.

 

To take pictures in programmed auto mode, rotate the mode dial to P.

AFlexible Program

In mode P, different combinations of shutter speed and aperture can be selected by rotating the command dial (“flexible program”). Rotate the dial right for large apertures (low f- numbers) and fast shutter speeds, left for small apertures (high f-numbers) and slow shutter speeds. All combinations produce the same exposure.

Rotate right to blur background details or freeze motion.

Rotate left to increase depth of field or blur motion.

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.

Command dial