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Snapshot Tutorial
The metering mode determines what part of the subject is metered for exposure.
1. In the REC mode, use [8] and [2] to select the sixth control panel
option from the top (Metering).
2. Use [4] and [6] to select the setting you want and then press [SET].
You can use the following procedure to change the Auto Focus metering area for
shooting snapshots.
• When recording movies, the AF metering area is always “
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Spot”.
1. In the REC mode, use [8] and [2] to select the third control panel
option from the bottom (AF Area).
Specifying the Metering Mode (Metering)
Multi
Multi-pattern metering divides the image into sections and
measures the light in each section for a balanced exposure reading.
This type of metering provides error-free exposure settings for a
wide range of shooting conditions.
Center
Weighted
Center weighted metering concentrates on the center of the focus
area to measure light. This type of metering is best when you want
some level of control over contrast.
Spot
Spot metering takes readings at a very small area. Use this
metering method when you want exposure to be set according to
the brightness of a particular subject, without being affected by
surrounding conditions.
Specifying the Auto Focus Area (AF Area)
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