Auto-Multi Program - Nikon F55 - F55 35mm SLR Camera Instruction Manual

Auto-Multi Program

P
The camera automatically controls exposure to
achieve correct exposure in any shooting
situation. For more complex shooting, use
Flexible Program (page 55), Exposure
Compensation (page 64) or Auto Exposure
Bracketing (page 66).
• P (Auto-Multi Program) can only be used with a
CPU Nikkor lens such as G- or D-type Nikkor (page
88).
Auto-Multi Program is best suited for snapshots.
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NOTE: CPU Nikkor lenses other than G-type
Always set the aperture ring of a CPU Nikkor lens (except G-type) to its minimum
(largest f-number). When the lens is not set to its minimum aperture setting,
blinks in the LCD panel and viewfinder, and the shutter locks.
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: Auto-Multi Program
Tip
Set the exposure mode dial to P.
Difference between (AUTO mode) and P (Auto-Multi Program)
Although exposure controls are the same, with Auto-Multi Program, you can select
functions such as Flexible Program, Exposure Compensation, Auto Exposure
Bracketing, Multiple Exposure (page 69) or Slow Sync flash (page 78) for more
flexible shooting. In Auto-Multi Program, however, the built-in Speedlight does not
pop up automatically with a dark or backlit subject.
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Flexible Program
Flexible Program, either change the exposure mode, turn off the power switch, or use
the built-in Speedlight (page 80).
Compose picture, confirm focus
indicator and shoot.
• When the subject is too dark or too bright, one
of the following warning indications will appear
in the viewfinder and LCD panel.
• : Use ND filter (optional).
• : Use Speedlight.
• If the subject is too dark or backlit, the flash
recommended indication blinks in the
viewfinder when you lightly press the shutter
release button. Use the Speedlight (page
80/91).
By rotating Command Dial in Auto-Multi
Program, you can change the
combination of shutter speed and
aperture while maintaining correct
exposure. With this function, you can
shoot in Auto-Multi Program as though
shooting in Shutter-Priority Auto or
Aperture-Priority Auto. To cancel the
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