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P, S, A, and M Modes
Autoexposure Lock
Use autoexposure lock to recompose photographs after using
M
(
Center-weighted metering
) and
N
(
Spot metering
) to
meter exposure; note that autoexposure lock is not available in
i
or
j
mode.
1
Lock exposure.
Position the subject in the selected
focus point and press the shutter-
release button halfway. With the
shutter-release button pressed
halfway and the subject positioned in
the focus point, press the
A
(
L
)
button to lock exposure.
While exposure lock is in effect, an
AE-L
indicator will appear in the viewfinder
and the monitor.
Shutter-release button
A
(
L
) button
