Selecting the Metering Modes

The camera is usually set to multiple [ ], but it is possible to switch to center weighted [ ] or spot [ ] mode.

[Preparation]

Set the operational mode dial and REC

mode dial. (P25)

1 Press the metering mode selection button.

• Every time you press this button, what is displayed changes as shown below.

Multiple

Center weighted

Spot

: Multiple

Considering the brightness variation on the whole screen, adjust the exposure correctly.

: Center weighted

Let the subject be centered on the LCD monitor and set the metering mode.

: Spot

Set the metering mode using the spot metering indication that is displayed on the LCD monitor.

2 Take a picture.

• The recording method is the same as in “Taking Pictures (AUTO Mode)”. (P28)

When taking pictures with spot mode [], it is recommended to use the LCD monitor.

When recording in AUTO [ ] or motion image [ ] mode, the camera is set to multiple.

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Panasonic DMC-LC5PP operating instructions Selecting the Metering Modes