Samsung GX-1S User Manual page 142

Setting the Exposure
Changing the Exposure Setting Steps
Set Exposure Setting Steps in [Expsr Setting Steps] in
[A Custom Setting] to increments of 1/2 EV or 1/3 EV.
Recording the Exposure Before Shooting (AE Lock)
AE Lock is a function that memorizes the exposure prior to taking the picture. Use this when the
subject is too small or backlit and a proper exposure setting cannot be obtained.
1. Press the
- The camera memorizes the exposure (brightness) at that
instant.
Press it again to unlock.
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is displayed in the viewfinder while the AE lock is engaged. (p.18)
The exposure remains in memory for twice as much time as the metering timer after releasing the
button. The exposure remains locked as long as the
shutter release button is kept pressed halfway.
You will hear a beep when the
AE lock is not available when the exposure mode is
The combination of shutter speed and aperture value changes depending on the zooming
position even while the AE lock is engaged when using a zoom lens for which maximum aperture
varies depending on the focal length. However, the exposure value does not change and the
picture is taken at the brightness level set by the AE lock.
If the exposure mode is
adjusted to set the appropriate exposure when the
Exposure can be fixed when focus is locked. Set in [AE-L with AF locked] in the [
Setting] menu. (p.123)
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button.
button is pressed. The beep can be turned off. (p.158)
(Manual), the aperture and/or shutter speed are automatically
button is kept pressed or the
(Manual) or (Bulb) mode.
button is pressed. (p.137)
Custom
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