Metering - Nikon 26221 User Manual

Changing A (Auto) Mode Settings (Shooting Menu)

Metering

A (auto) M d (Shooting menu) M Metering
The process of measuring the brightness of the subject to determine exposure is
known as metering.
Choose how the camera meters exposure.
G
Matrix (default setting)
Uses a wide area of the screen for metering. This metering mode provides the
appropriate exposure for a variety of shooting conditions. Recommended for typical
shooting.
q
Center-weighted
The camera meters the entire frame but assigns greatest weight to the subject in
the center of the frame. Classic meter for portraits; preserves background details
while letting lighting conditions at the center of the frame determine exposure. Can
be used with focus lock (A 51) to meter off-center subjects.
B
Note on Metering
While digital zoom is in effect, metering is set to center-weighted or spot metering. However, the
active metering area is not displayed.
C
Metering Settings
This setting can be set by pressing the d button even when using continuous shooting mode
(A 73). A (auto) mode and continuous shooting mode share the same Metering setting.
D
Metering Area
The active metering area is displayed in the monitor when Center-weighted is selected for
Metering.
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Active metering area
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