P Mode
More discerning shots, in your preferred shooting style
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Instructions in this chapter apply to the camera with the mode dial set
to [ ] mode.
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[ ]: Program AE; AE: Auto Exposure
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Before using a function introduced in this chapter in modes other than
[ ], make sure the function is available in that mode ( = 177).
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Shooting in Program AE
([P] Mode)
You can customize many function settings to suit your preferred shooting
style.
Still Images
1
Enter [ ] mode.
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Set the mode dial to [ ].
2
Customize the settings as desired
(= 61 – = 81), and then shoot.
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If a standard exposure cannot be obtained when you press the
shutter button halfway, the shutter speed and aperture value are
displayed in orange. In this case, try adjusting the ISO speed
( = 62) or activating the flash (if subjects are dark, = 75),
which may enable standard exposure.
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Movies can be recorded in [ ] mode as well, by pressing the
movie button. However, some menu ( = 31, = 32) settings
may be automatically adjusted for movie recording.
Before Use
Basic Guide
Advanced Guide
Movies
1
Camera Basics
2
Auto Mode /
Hybrid Auto Mode
3
Other Shooting Modes
4
P Mode
5
Tv, Av, and M Mode
Tv, Av, M, and C Modes
6
Playback Mode
7
Wi-Fi Functions
8
Set-Up Menu
9
Accessories
10
Appendix
Index
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