Exposure Compensation - Leica M-P Instructions Manual

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EXPOSURE COMPENSATION

Exposure meters are calibrated to an average gray scale value (18%
reflection), which corresponds to the brightness of a normal, i.e.
average photographic subject. If the actual subject detail does not
match this assumption, an appropriate exposure compensation can
be performed.
Particularly when taking several pictures in succession, for
instance if for any reason a series of pictures is taken deliberately
using slight under or overexposure, exposure compensation is a
very useful function: In contrast to exposure lock, once set it
remains effective until it is reset.
Exposure compensation can be set in the range ±3EV in
steps (EV: Exposure Value).
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Entering and cancelling an exposure compensation
Two options are available for setting an exposure compensation:
You can make the setting using the menu or - provided the function
is enabled - with the setting dial.
Setting using the menu is recommended if, for example, you know
before taking a series of pictures that you want your subjects to be
slightly under or overexposed. The exceptionally fast option using
the setting dial is ideal when unexpected situations occur and
enables you to track your subject in the viewfinder without
interruptions.
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