Exposure Comp; Metering Mode - Sony DSC-WX350 Manual

look directly into the AF illuminator at close range.
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Exposure Comp.

Based on the exposure value set by auto exposure, you can make the entire image brighter
or darker if you adjust [Exposure Comp.] to the plus side or minus side, respectively
(exposure compensation). Normally, exposure is set automatically (auto exposure).
1. MENU →
You can adjust the exposure in a range of –2.0 EV to +2.0 EV.
Note
If you shoot a subject in extremely bright or dark conditions, or when you use the flash,
you may not be able to get a satisfactory effect.
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Metering Mode

Selects the metering mode that sets which part of the screen to measure for determining the
exposure.
1. MENU →
Menu item details
Multi (default setting):
Measures light on each area after dividing the total area into multiple areas and determines
the proper exposure of the entire screen (Multi-pattern metering).
Center:
Measures the average brightness of the entire screen, while emphasizing the central area of
the screen (Center-weighted metering).
Spot:
Measures only the central area (Spot metering). This function is useful when the subject is
backlit or when there is strong contrast between the subject and the background.
Using shooting functions
(Camera Settings) → [Exposure Comp.] → desired setting.
Using shooting functions
(Camera Settings) → [Metering Mode] → desired setting.
Adjusting the exposure
Adjusting the exposure