Main command dial

e: 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.

AFlexible Program

In exposure mode e, 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 (small f-numbers) that blur background details

Z or fast shutter speeds that “freeze” motion. Rotate the dial to the left for small apertures

(large 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, an asterisk (“U”) appears in the control panel. To restore

default shutter speed and aperture settings, rotate the dial until the asterisk is no longer displayed, choose another mode, or turn the camera off.

ASee Also

See page 411 for information on the built-in exposure program. For information on activating the exposure meters, see “Auto Meter Off” on page 42.

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