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ESSENTIAL MODES AND SETTINGS

SHOOTING MODE

Turn the Mode dial to select the shooting mode.

Auto: The camera automatically selects settings based on what it believes will provide the best result. There are two automatic modes: Intelligent Auto and Superior Auto. Select which mode you’d like to use here: MENU > Camera Settings 1 >Auto Mode.

P (Program Auto): The camera sets the shutter speed and the aperture based on metering information and the current ISO.

A (Aperture Priority): You set the aperture and the camera sets the shutter speed based on metering information and the current ISO. The range of apertures depends on the lens you’re using.

S (Shutter Speed Priority): You set the shutter speed and the camera sets the aperture based ...

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