P, S, A, And M Modes - Nikon D5300 User Manual

P, S, A, and M Modes

P, S, A, and M modes offer different degrees of control over shutter
speed and aperture:
Mode
Programmed auto
P
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Shutter-priority auto
S
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Aperture-priority auto
A
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M
Manual (0 42)
A
Using the Built-in Flash
For flash photography, press the M (Y) button to raise the flash.
Recommended for snapshots and in other situations in which
there is little time to adjust camera settings. Camera sets shutter
speed and aperture for optimal exposure.
Use to freeze or blur motion. User chooses shutter speed; camera
selects aperture for best results.
Use to blur background or bring both foreground and
background into focus. User chooses aperture; camera selects
shutter speed for best results.
User controls both shutter speed and aperture. Set shutter speed
to "Bulb" or "Time" for long time-exposures.
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