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To choose a metering method,
rotate the metering selector until
the desired mode is displayed.
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B Matrix Metering
The metering method used is determined by the type of lens attached:
•
Type G and D lenses: Range information is included when determining
exposure (3D color matrix metering II).
• Other CPU lenses: Range information is not included when determining
exposure (color matrix metering II).
• Non-CPU lenses: Color matrix metering is available if focal length and
maximum aperture are specified using Non-CPU lens data item in
setup
menu (see page 196; center-weighted metering is used if focal
length or aperture is not specified).
B See Also
For information on choosing the size of the area assigned the greatest
weight in center-weighted metering, see Custom Setting bS (Center-
weighted area, 0 272). For information on making separate
adjustments to optimal exposure for each metering method, see
Custom Setting b6 (Fine tune optimal exposure, 0 272).
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