Locking the Exposure Setting (AE Lock)
You can set the exposure and focus separately. This is effective when
the contrast is too strong between the subject and background or when
a subject is backlit.
1
Confirm that the flash is lowered.
•
is displayed.
2
Aim the camera at the subject on which you
wish to lock the exposure.
3
Press the shutter button halfway and press the
button.
• The exposure setting will lock and
4
Re-aim the camera to compose the shot as
desired and shoot.
To Release the AE Lock:
Operate a button other than the control dial.
In movie mode, AE lock can also be set/canceled (p. 92).
You can use the FE lock when using the flash.
Available Shooting Modes
will display.
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p. 300