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Shutter priority is set with the exposure-mode dial (p. 50). The
photographer selects the shutter speed and the camera sets the
appropriate aperture to ensure correct exposure. When S mode is
selected, the shutter speed display on the monitors turns blue.
SHUTTER PRIORITY - S
The shutter speeds can be changed by 1/3 stop
increments from 30 to 1/16000 second. If the
shutter speed is beyond the aperture range, the
aperture display will blink on the data panel and
turn red on the monitors.
Turn either the front or rear
control dial to change the
shutter speed. Press the
shutter-release button partway
down to activate the exposure
system; the corresponding
aperture will be displayed.
When using flash, the shutter speed should be set to the flash duration of flash unit to
prevent underexposure. A maximum shutter speed of 1/1000s is recommended when
using the built-in flash and 1/250s when using a compatible Minolta flash unit.
The yellow and white Anti-shake indicators do not appear in S mode.
The self-timer drive mode (p. 68) can be used to minimize camera shake with long exposures.
When using the camera on a tripod, photographs of static subjects (landscapes, still-lifes, or
close-up photographs) can be made with the self-timer. Because no contact is made with the
camera during exposure, there is no risk of camera shake caused by the operator.
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