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M SHUTTER-PRIORITY AUTO
STILL PHOTOGRAPHY FUNCTIONS
Set the Mode dial to “M”.
This is an automatic mode that allows you to set
the shutter speed. Use this mode for shots where
you want to freeze a moving subject (fast shutter
speed) or convey the impression of movement
(slow shutter speed).
Setting the shutter speed
Turn the Command dial to select the shutter speed.
h Shutter speed settings
3 sec. to 1/1000 sec. in 1/3 EV increments
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The shutter speed and aperture setting display
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Overexposed
In scenes that are extremely underexposed, the
aperture setting (F2.8) appears in red. When this
occurs, select a slower shutter speed (down to 3
sec.).
Underexposed
When the brightness of the subject is outside the
camera’s brightness metering range, “F---” appears
as the aperture setting. When this occurs, press the
Shutter button down halfway to measure the light
level again and display a value.
Metering failed
In scenes that are extremely overexposed, the
aperture setting (F11) appears in red. When this
occurs, select a faster shutter speed (up to 1/1000
sec.).
