Oy Setting Exposure Compensation - Canon Rebel T2i EOS 550D Instruction Manual

Setting Exposure CompensationN
O Setting Exposure Compensation
Set exposure compensation if the exposure (without flash) does not come out as
desired. This feature can be used in Creative Zone modes (except <a>). Although
you can set the exposure compensation up to ±5 stops in 1/3-stop increments, the
exposure compensation indicator in the viewfinder can only display the setting up to
±2 stops. If you want to set the exposure compensation beyond ±2 stops, you should
follow the instructions for [2 Exp. comp./AEB] on page 89.
Increased exposure for a brighter image
Decreased exposure for a darker image
Dark exposure
If the amount set exceeds ±2 stops, the end of the exposure level indicator
will display <I> or <J>.
Making it brighter:
Hold down the <O> button and
turn the <6> dial to the right.
(Increased exposure)
Making it darker:
Hold down the <O> button and
turn the <6> dial to the left.
(Decreased exposure)
As shown in the figure, the exposure
level is displayed on the LCD monitor
and in the viewfinder.
After taking the picture, hold down
the <O> button and turn the
<6> dial to reset the exposure
compensation to zero.
Brighter with increased exposure
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