149q Selecting the Metering ModeN1 Press the <q> button. (9)2 Select the metering mode. While looking at the LCD panel, turnthe <6> or <5> dial.q: Evaluative meteringw: Partial meteringr: Spot meteringe: Center-weighted average meteringq Evaluative meteringThis is a general-purpose metering mode suitedeven for backlit subjects. The camera sets theexposure automatically to suit the scene.w Partial meteringEffective when the background is much brighterthan the subject due to backlighting, etc. Themetering is weighted at the center covering approx.8.0% of the viewfinder area. In [z3: Auto Lighting Optimizer], if the checkmark <X> for [Disabledin M or B modes] is removed, Auto Lighting Optimizer can be set in the<a> and <F> modes (p.125). When ISO Auto is set, you can press the <A> button to lock the ISO speed. If you press the <A> button and recompose the shot, you can see theexposure level difference on the exposure level indicator (p.22, 23)compared to when the <A> button was pressed.q Selecting the Metering ModeNYou can select one of four methods to measure the subject brightness.In Basic Zone modes, evaluative metering is set automatically.
