Using Center-Weighted Metering - Pentax *ist Operating Manual

Using Center-Weighted Metering

This mode does not automatically compensate for back lighted or
spotlighted scenes like the multi (16)-segment metering mode.
Creative exposure control is decided by the user.
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MEMO
• The metering pattern in the illustration shows that the upper part of the
pattern (in the center of the viewfinder) has more sensitivity to light
than the lowest part. This metering mode does not compensate for
backlit subjects.
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Set the metering mode
switch to .
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