Chapter 1 Section 3 Using Special Features for Improved Photography

Changing the Light Metering (PHOTOMETRY)

You can change the metering method (the range to use for metering) to determine the exposure value. There are three Light Metering Methods available: MULTI, CENTRE, and SPOT.

MULTI (No Symbol)

The entire shooting range is divided into 256 partitions, and subjected to photometry for overall decision.

At purchase, your camera is set to this method.

To select light metering method, follow the steps below.

CENTER( )

The light metering is determined by a measurement of the whole, with the central part emphasized.

Use this when the brightness of the center and surround- ings are different.

Turn the Mode Dial to 5(Shooting Mode).

Press the M button.

The Shooting menu appears.

SPOT( )

Light metering is determined by measuring only the central part.

Use this setting when you want to use the brightness of the center. It is useful if there is marked difference in con- trast or backlighting.

Press the #$ buttons to switch between displays as required.

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Ricoh CAPLIOG4, CAPLIO G4 WIDE operation manual Changing the Light Metering Photometry, Multi No Symbol