K (Shutter-Priority Auto) Mode - Nikon Coolpix P500 Quick Start Manual

Setting the Exposure for Shooting (j, k, l, m Modes)

k (Shutter-Priority Auto) Mode

The user chooses the shutter speed; the camera selects the aperture value
automatically.
• The shutter speed can be set in a range from a maximum speed of 1/1500 to
two seconds.
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Rotate the mode dial to k.
2
Rotate the command dial to choose
a shutter speed value.
3
Focus and shoot.
• In the default setting, the camera automatically selects
one or more of the nine focus areas containing the
subject closest to the camera. When the subject is in
focus, the focus area (active focus area) lights in green
(maximum of nine areas) (A95).
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Notes on k (Shutter-Priority Auto) Shooting
• When the subject is too dark or too bright, it may not be possible to obtain the appropriate
exposure with the set shutter speed. In such cases, the shutter speed indicator blinks when the
shutter-release button is pressed halfway. Choose another shutter speed and try again.
• At shutter speeds of 1/4 second or slower, noise may appear in the image. In such situations, the
shutter speed indicator lights in red. Setting Long exposure NR (A102) to On is recommended.
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Shutter Speed
The control range of the shutter speed differs depending on the ISO sensitivity setting. Additionally,
the range is restricted during continuous shooting (A107).
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