Samsung ST550 user manual Changing the metering option p d, Multi,
Suitable for general photos

Adjusting brightness and colour

Changing the metering option p d v

The metering mode refers to the way in which a camera measures the quantity of light. The brightness and lighting of your photos will vary depending on the metering mode you select.

1	In Shooting mode, select f “ > “		.
2	(In the v mode, select f “	.)
	Select an option.

Multi

Option Description

Multi:

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Your camera divides the scene into several areas, and then measures the light intensity of each area.

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Suitable for general photos.

Option Description

Spot:

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Your camera measures only the light intensity of the very centre of the frame.

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If a subject is not in the centre of the scene, your photo may be improperly exposed.

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Suitable for a subject with backlighting.

Center-weighted:

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Your camera averages the meter reading of the entire frame with emphasis placed on the centre.

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Suitable for photos with subjects in the centre of the frame.

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