Canon EOS 760DW, Instruction Manual

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Four methods (metering modes) to measure the subject’s brightness
are provided. Normally, evaluative metering is recommended.
In Basic Zone modes, metering mode is set automatically.
1
Select [Metering mode].
Under the [
z
2 ] tab, select [ Metering
mode ], then press <
0
>.
2
Set the metering mode.
Select the desired metering mode,
then press <
0
>.
q
Evaluative metering
General-purpose metering mode suited even
for backlit subjects. The camera sets the
exposure automatically to suit the scene.
w
Partial metering
Effective where there are much brighter lights
around the subject due to backlight, etc. The
gray area in the left figure is where the
brightness is metered to obtain the standard
exposure.
r
Spot metering
Effective when metering a specific part of the
subject or scene. The gray area in the left
figure is where the brightness is metered to
obtain the standard exposure. This metering
mode is for advanced users.
q
Changing the Metering Mode
K