Setting the Exposure

Changing the Exposure Setting StepsSet Exposure Setting Steps in [Expsr Setting Steps] in

Expsr Setting Steps

[A Custom Setting] to increments of 1/2 EV or 1/3 EV.

1/2 EV Steps

1/3 EV Steps

Exposure setting steps are set to 1/2 EV

Recording the Exposure Before Shooting (AE Lock)

AE Lock is a function that memorizes the exposure prior to taking the picture. Use this when the subject is too small or backlit and a proper exposure setting cannot be obtained.

1.Press the button.-The camera memorizes the exposure (brightness) at that instant.Press it again to unlock.

INFORMATION

is displayed in the viewfinder while the AE lock is engaged. (p.18)

The exposure remains in memory for twice as much time as the metering timer after releasing the button. The exposure remains locked as long as the button is kept pressed or the shutter release button is kept pressed halfway.

You will hear a beep when the button is pressed. The beep can be turned off. (p.161) AE lock is not available when the exposure mode is (Manual) or (Bulb) mode.

The combination of shutter speed and aperture value changes depending on the zooming position even while the AE lock is engaged when using a zoom lens for which maximum aperture varies depending on the focal length. However, the exposure value does not change and the picture is taken at the brightness level set by the AE lock.

If the exposure mode is (Manual), the aperture and/or shutter speed are automatically

adjusted to set the appropriate exposure when the button is pressed. (p.137) Exposure can be fixed when focus is locked. Set in [AE-L with AF locked] in the [ Custom Setting] menu. (p.124)

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