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P, S, A, M
P, S, A, M mode lets you choose the exposure mode, which con-
trols how the camera sets shutter speed and aperture.
❚❚Exposure Mode
To choose the exposure mode, press the
G button, highlight Exposure mode
(0 60) in the shooting menu, and press
2 to display the options below, then
highlight an option and press J.
P Programmed auto
The camera sets shutter speed and aperture for
optimal exposure. Recommended for snapshots
and in other situations in which there is little
time to adjust camera settings.
S Shutter-priority auto
You choose the shutter speed; the camera
selects an aperture for best results. Use to freeze
or blur motion.
A Aperture-priority auto
You choose the aperture; the camera selects a
shutter speed for best results. Use to blur the
background or bring both foreground and back-
ground into focus.
M Manual You control both shutter speed and aperture.