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q Selecting the Metering Mode N
You can select one of four methods to measure the subject brightness.
In [ A ] mode, evaluative metering is set automatically.
[ q ] Evaluative metering
General-purpose metering mode suited even for backlit subjects. The
camera adjusts the exposure automatically to suit the scene.
[ w ] Partial metering
Effective where there are much brighter lights around the subject due
to backlight, etc. Covers approx. 6.1% of the area at the center of the
screen. The partial metering area is indicated on the screen.
[ r ] Spot metering
Effective when metering a specific part of the subject or scene. Covers
approx. 2.7% of the area at the center of the screen. The spot metering
area is indicated on the screen.
[ e ] Center-weighted average metering
The metering across the screen is averaged, with the center of the
screen weighted more heavily.
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1
Press the < Q > button
With an image displayed, press the
z
< Q > button.
2
Select the metering mode.
Press the < W > < X > keys to select
z
the item.
Press the < Y > < Z > keys to select
z
the metering mode.
[ q ]: Evaluative metering
[ w ]: Partial metering
[ r ]: Spot metering
[ e ]: Center-weighted average
metering
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