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Locking the Exposure Setting (AE
Lock)
You can set the exposure and focus separately. This is effective
when the contrast is too strong between the subject and background
or when a subject is backlit.
Mode Dial
1
Focus the AF frame or the spot metering frame on
the subject on which you wish to lock the exposure
setting and press the shutter button halfway.
z Selecting an AF Frame (p. 89)
z Switching between Light Metering Modes (p. 90)
2
While pressing the shutter button
halfway, press the button.
z The exposure setting locks (AE lock) and
the icon appears on the LCD monitor
(or in the viewfinder).
z Using any button or lever other than the
main dial cancels the AE lock.
3
Recompose the image and shoot.
z The AF frame focuses on the subject.
AE Lock Icon