Exposure Mode - Pentax K-x Operating Manual

When the 3 button is pressed while
the mode dial is set to H (Scene), the [H
Scene] menu appears. The scene mode can
also be selected from the [H Scene]
menu.

Exposure Mode

Use the exposure modes to change the sensitivity, shutter speed and
aperture and take pictures according to your own photographic vision.
Mode
Program
e
Sensitivity
K
Priority
b Shutter Priority
Aperture
c
Priority
Manual
a
Characteristics
Automatically sets the shutter speed and aperture
value to obtain the proper exposure according to
Program line when taking pictures.
Automatically sets the shutter speed and aperture
value to obtain the proper exposure according to
the set sensitivity.
Lets you set the desired shutter speed to freeze or
emphasize subject movement. Take pictures of
fast moving subjects that look still or subjects that
give a sense of movement.
Lets you set the desired aperture value for
controlling the depth of field. Use it to obtain a
blurred or sharp background.
Lets you set the shutter speed and aperture value
to capture the picture with creative intent.
Night Scene
Used for night scenes.
Use a tripod, etc. to
prevent shaking
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