126Follow these steps before shooting to set your preferred shutter speed andaperture value to obtain the desired exposure.For details on available shutter speeds and aperture values, see“Specifications” in the Getting Started guide.Enter D mode.z Set the mode dial to D.Configure the setting.z Turn the z dial to set the shutter speed, andturn the 7 dial to set the aperture value.X An exposure level mark based on yourspecified value is shown on the exposurelevel indicator for comparison to the standardexposure level.X The exposure level mark is shown in orangewhen the difference from standard exposureexceeds 2 stops. “–2” or “+2” is displayed inorange in the lower right when you press theshutter button halfway.Specific Shutter Speeds and ApertureValues (M Mode)Still ImagesShutter SpeedAperture ValueStandardExposure LevelExposure LevelIndicatorExposure LevelMark• After you set the shutter speed or aperture value, the exposure levelmay change if you adjust the zoom or recompose the shot.• Screen brightness may change depending on your specified shutterspeed or aperture value. However, screen brightness remains thesame when the flash is up and the mode is set to h.• To have both the shutter speed and aperture value automaticallyadjusted to obtain standard exposure, hold the shutter button halfwayand press the button. Note that standard exposure may not bepossible with some settings.COPY
