Metering - Nikon CoolPix S9300 Reference Manual

The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode, Continuous Shooting Mode)

Metering

Select A (auto) mode or continuous shooting mode (A25) M d button M A or C
tab (A11) M Metering
The process of measuring the brightness of the subject to determine the exposure
is known as "metering. "
Use this option to choose how the camera meters exposure.
Option
Matrix (default
G
setting)
q Center-weighted
B
Notes on Metering
When the digital zoom is in effect, Metering automatically switches to Center-weighted, or to
spot metering (where the center of the frame is metered).
C
Metering Area
When Center-weighted is selected for Metering, the metering range guide (A6) is displayed
(except when digital zoom is used).
The camera uses a wide area of the screen for metering.
This metering mode provides the appropriate exposure for a
variety of shooting conditions. Recommended for typical
shooting.
The camera meters the entire frame but assigns greatest weight
to the subject at the center of the frame. The classic metering for
portraits; it preserves background details while letting lighting
conditions at the center of the frame determine exposure. Can
be used with focus lock (A76) to meter off-center subjects.
Description
E35