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<2. Using the AE Lock>
The AE lock is used for storing the exposure
value (combination of shutter speed and
aperture) of the subject in memory during auto
exposure. It is used when you shoot the
backlighted subject or when you make
continuous shooting of a moving subject at a
fixed exposure. When the main switch is set to
“AEL”, the exposure value at that time will be
stored in the camera memory so that you can trip
the shutter with the same exposure value,
unaffected by changes in brightness on the
background.
First, face the central part of the view-
finder toward your subject then switch the
main switch from “ON” to “AEL.” The
exposure will thus be locked.
To measure exposure in a narrow area and lock
it, set the metering mode selector lever for spot
metering and use the AE lock.
@ The metering mark in the viewfinder blinks
during AE lock.
@ Set the main switch to “AEL” when the display
in the viewfinder lights.