Metering Mode
Four methods (metering modes) to measure the subject’s brightness are provided. Normally, evaluative metering is recommended. Evaluative metering is set automatically in Basic Zone modes (except in :
mode, which uses center-weighted average metering).
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Select [
: Metering mode].
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Select an option.
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: Evaluative metering
General-purpose metering mode suited even for backlit subjects. The camera adjusts the exposure automatically to suit the scene.
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: Partial metering
Effective where there are much brighter lights around the subject due to backlight, etc. Covers approx. 5.8% of the area at the center of the screen. The partial metering area is indicated on the screen.
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: Spot metering
Effective when metering a specific part of the subject. Covers approx. 2.9% of the area at the center of the screen. The spot metering area is indicated on the screen.
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: Center-weighted average
The metering across the screen is averaged, with the center of the screen weighted more heavily.
Caution
- With
(evaluative metering), holding down the shutter button halfway when shooting with [One-Shot AF] locks the exposure value (AE lock). With
(partial metering),
(spot metering), or
(center-weighted average), exposure is set at the moment the picture is taken (without locking the exposure value when the shutter button is pressed halfway).