Nikon F65D Shooting in Each Exposure Mode-continued, P Auto-Multi Program, Flexible Program

Shooting in Each Exposure Mode—continued

P: Auto-Multi Program

The camera automatically controls exposure to achieve correct exposure in any shooting situation. For more complex shooting, use Flexible Program (page 53), Exposure Compensation (page 61) or Auto Exposure Bracketing (page 62).

•P (Auto-Multi Program) can only be used with a CPU Nikkor lens such as D- or G-type Nikkor (page 88).

1 Set the exposure mode dial to P.

NOTE: Minimum aperture with CPU Nikkor lens (except G-type)

Always set the aperture ring of a CPU Nikkor lens (except G-type) to its minimum (largest f-number). When the lens is not set to its minimum aperture setting, ƒEE blinks in the LCD panel and viewfinder, and the shutter locks.

Difference between a (AUTO mode) and P (Auto-Multi Program)

Although exposure controls are the same, with Auto-Multi Program, you can select functions such as Flexible Program (page 53), Exposure Compensation (page 61), Auto Exposure Bracketing (page 62), Multiple Exposure (page 64), Slow Sync (page 78) or Rear-Curtain Sync (page 78) flash for more flexible shooting. In Auto-Multi Program, however, the built-in Speedlight does not pop up automatically.

2 Compose picture, confirm focus indicator / and shoot.

• When the subject is too dark or too bright, one of the following warning indications will appear in the viewfinder and LCD panel.

•HI: Use ND filter.

•Lo: Use Speedlight.

•If the subject is too dark or backlit, the flash recommended indication fi blinks in the viewfinder when you lightly press the shutter release button. Use the Speedlight (page 80/92).

Flexible Program

By rotating Command Dial in Auto-Multi
Program, you can change the combination of
shutter speed and aperture while maintaining	OPERATION
correct exposure. With this function, you can
shoot in Auto-Multi Program as though
shooting in Shutter-Priority Auto or Aperture-	DETAILED
Priority Auto. To cancel the Flexible Program,

either change the exposure mode, turn off the power switch, or use the built-in Speedlight (page 80).

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