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Metering
Rotate the mode dial to j, k, l, m, or M M d button M j, k, l, m, or M
menu icon M Metering M k button
The process of measuring the brightness of the subject to determine the exposure is
known as "metering."
Use this option to set the method of how the camera meters exposure.
Option
Matrix
G
(default setting)
q Center-weighted
r Spot
* To set focus and exposure for off-center subjects, change AF area mode to manual and
set the focus area to the center of the frame, and then use focus lock (A73).
B
Notes About Metering
When digital zoom is in effect, Center-weighted or Spot is selected depending on the
zoom ratio.
This function may not be available to use in combination with other functions (A76).
C
Display on the Shooting Screen
When Center-weighted or Spot is selected, the metering range guide (A10) is displayed
(except when digital zoom is used).
Using the Menu
The Shooting Menu (j, k, l, or m Mode)
The camera uses a wide area of the screen for metering.
Recommended for typical shooting.
The camera meters the entire frame but assigns greatest
weight to the subject in the center of the frame. The classic
metering for portraits; it preserves background details while
letting lighting conditions in the center of the frame
determine exposure.*
The camera meters the area shown by the circle in the center
of the frame. This can be used when the subject is much
lighter or darker than the background. Ensure that the subject
is within the area shown by the circle when shooting.*
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