Metering - Nikon Coolpix S8000 User Manual

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Metering

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The process of measuring the brightness of the subject to determine exposure is
known as metering.
Choose how the camera meters exposure.
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Matrix (default setting)
The camera sets exposure for the entire frame. Recommended in most situations.
Center-weighted
The camera meters the entire frame but assigns greatest weight to the subject in
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the center of the frame. Classic meter for portraits; preserves background details
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while letting lighting conditions at the center of the frame determine exposure. Can
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Note on Metering
When using digital zoom, Metering is set to Center-weighted, and the metered area is not
displayed in the monitor.
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Metering Area
The active metering area is displayed in the monitor when Center-weighted is selected for
Metering.
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