Nikon E2 - Exposure compensation; Using AE-L (Auto Exposure Lock)

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Exposure compensation
When shooting an extremely small subject , if the main subject
contrasts
markedly with the background, or if you identify an
extreme condition which might prove difficult for Matrix
metering, we recommend using exposure compensation.
Four exposure compensation methods are available with this camera.
1. Using AE-L (Auto Exposure Lock)
2. Using AF/AE-L (double lock)
3. Using Exposure Compensation
4. Using Manual Exposure
Using AE-L (Auto Exposure Lock)
1
Set the exposure mode to either P,
S, or A.
Do not set the exposure mode to M
(Manual).
2
Set the Metering system.
We recommend using Center-Weighted or
Spot Metering.
3
Center the main subject inside the
viewfinder.
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Move in close until the 12mm-diam.
reference circle for Center-Weighted
metering or 5mm-diam. reference circle for
Spot metering is fully covered by the
subject.