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P, A, S, and M modes
Use these modes when you want more control over your camera and pictures.
NOTE: Settings you change in P, A, S, or M modes apply only to pictures taken in those modes. The settings,
including Flash, are maintained for P, A, S, and M modes—even when you change modes or turn off
the camera. Use Reset Camera (
see page 51
) to reset P, A, S, or M modes to their default settings.
Mode
When to use
Press Jog dial to control
Program
mode offers the ease of auto shooting with
full access to all menu options. The camera
automatically sets the shutter speed and aperture
(f-stop) based on the scene lighting.
Exposure compensation (how
much light enters the
camera), flash compensation,
and ISO speed
Aperture Priority
mode controls depth of field (the
range of sharpness). The aperture setting may be
affected by optical zoom.
Aperture, exposure
compensation, flash
compensation, and ISO speed
Shutter Priority
mode controls shutter speed. The
camera automatically sets the aperture for proper
exposure. (To prevent blur, use a tripod for slow
shutter speeds.)
Shutter speed, exposure
compensation, and flash
compensation
Manual
mode offers a high level of control. (To
prevent blur, use a tripod for slow shutter speeds.)
Aperture, shutter speed, flash
compensation, and ISO speed
Jog dial