
EV
You can adjust the exposure manually in 1/3 EV steps in a range of
For details on EV setting in (Program Auto) mode, see page 36.
1 Lower the lens cover to switch to shooting mode.
2 
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(EV) t desired number t 
Notes
•[EV] is not available in (Easy Shooting) mode.
•If you shoot a subject in extremely bright or dark conditions, or when you use the flash, the exposure adjustment may not be effective.
zAdjusting the exposure for better looking images
You can create various images by adjusting the exposure and the ISO sensitivity. Exposure is the amount of light that the camera will receive when you release the shutter.
Exposure: Shutter speed = Length of time the camera receives light
Aperture = Size of the opening allowing light to pass through
ISO sensitivity (Recommended Exposure Index) = Recording sensitivity
Overexposure = too much light
Whitish image
Lower EV setting –
Correct exposure
Higher EV setting +
Underexposure = too little light
Darker image