58 A
DVANCED OPERATION
METERING MODES
The metering modes control how
light is measured. The metered
exposure may vary between
autofocus and manual focus.
Turn the function dial to the
metering-mode position (1).
While pressing the function button
(2), turn the control dial (3) until
the appropriate metering mode is
displayed on the data panel.
Release the function button.
1
2
3
14-segment honeycomb-pattern metering - the
camera’s standard metering mode appropriate for most
photographic situations. By combining information from the
autofocus system, this mode is less influenced by spot
lighting or backlighting. When using non-D series lenses
with manual focus, this mode changes to center-weighted
metering.
Center-weighted metering - light values of the entire
scene are measured with emphasis given to the central
area.
Spot metering - the area in
the spot circle in the
viewfinder is used to
determine the exposure. The
spot allows a specific object to
be measured without being
influenced by bright or dark
areas within the scene.
Spot metering area
