Taking Photos in P, S, A, and M Modes

P, S, A, and M modes offer varying degrees of control over shutter speed and aperture. Choose a mode and adjust settings according to your creative intent.

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

R

aperture.

 

AChoosing a Combination of Shutter Speed and Aperture

 

 

Although the shutter speed and aperture

 

 

chosen by the camera will produce optimal

 

 

results, you can also rotate the command

 

 

dial to choose other combinations that will

 

 

produce the same exposure (“flexible pro-

 

 

gram”). Uis displayed while flexible program

 

 

is in effect.

Command dial

 

 

 

AISO Sensitivity (P, S, A, and M Modes)

When an “auto” option is selected for ISO sensitivity (0 101), the camera will automatically adjust sensitivity within the selected range if optimal exposure can not be achieved at the selected shutter speed or aperture.

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