Shooting Controls; The Mode Dial; Using The Mode Dial - Nikon Z 5 Reference Manual

Shooting Controls

The Mode Dial

Use the mode dial to choose whether shutter speed and/or
aperture can be adjusted manually or are set automatically by
the camera.

Using the Mode Dial

Use the mode dial to choose a
shooting mode.
Mode
b
Auto
Programmed
P
auto
Shutter-
S
priority auto
A simple, "point-and-shoot" mode that leaves
the camera in charge of settings ( 0 48, 53).
The camera sets shutter speed and aperture for
optimal exposure.
Use to freeze or blur motion. You choose the
shutter speed; the camera selects the aperture
for best results.
Description
The Mode Dial
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