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4.2 AE Lock
Shooting with the AE lock function is useful in cases where the subject
to be brought into focus differs from the subject whose exposure is to
be measured or when measuring the exposure of a particular part to be
brought into focus using spot exposure metering mode while that part
is on the shooting screen.
The AEL button will lock the Auto-exposure value as the photo is being
recomposed.
1. Turn the shutter release mode selector lever to “S” or “C.”
2. Turn the exposure mode setting dial and select any of “P,” “Av,” or “T”.
3. Focus on the subject for metering exposure, and press the AEL
button on the rear of the grip. [ ] Will appear on the viewnder LCD,
indicating that the exposure value is locked.
4. Slide the camera to recompose the shot, and take the picture.
SET
AEL
P
Av
Tv
M
X
CF
A
NOTICE:
[ ] in the viewfinder LCD blinks to
indicate the exposure is locked, when
you continue to take the next picture
in the AE lock mode.
NOTICE: If you turn the shutter
release mode selector lever to the “L”
(power OFF) position, or after elapse
of one hour, the AE lock mode will
automatically be cancelled.
NOTICE: In the Manual “M” exposure
mode, you cannot use the AE lock
function. When the difference
between the metered value and the
set value is displayed, press the
AEL button for approximately one
second, and one-push shift function
will be activated and the camera
will automatically adjust the shutter
speed.