Main command dial
P: Programmed Auto

In this mode, the camera automatically adjusts shutter speed and aperture according to a built-in program to ensure 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.

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AFlexible Program

In mode P, different combinations of shutter speed

and aperture can be selected by rotating the main command dial while the exposure meters are on (“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 Uindicator appears in the control panel. To restore default shutter speed and aperture settings, rotate the main command dial until the indicator is no longer displayed, choose another mode, or turn the camera off.

AThe Shutter Speed and Aperture Displays

The shutter speed and aperture displays can be activated by pressing the shutter-release button halfway to start the standby timer (0 38).

ASee Also

See page 327 for information on the built-in exposure program.

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