Selecting A Metering Mode; Metering Modes - Canon EOS-1Ds Instruction Manual

Selecting a Metering Mode

Metering Modes

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While pressing the <
1
the < > dial until the desired metering
mode icon appears.
Evaluative
Partial
Spot
Centerweighted average
Release the <
2
Evaluative Metering
This is an all-around metering mode suited even for
backlit subjects. The viewfinder is divided into 21
metering zones to which any AF point can be linked
for evaluative metering. After detecting the main
subject's size, position, brightness, background, front
and back lighting, etc., the camera sets the proper
exposure.
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During manual focusing, evaluative metering is
based on the center AF point.
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If the subject brightness and background light level
are very different (there is a strong backlight or
spotlight), use partial metering (
metering ( ) instead.
> button, turn
> button.
) or spot