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Pentax K 100D Super - Selecting the Metering Method

Pentax K 100D Super
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Function Reference
Choose the part of the screen to use for measuring brightness and
determining exposure. L (Multi-segment metering), M (Center-weighted
metering) or N (Spot metering) mode can be selected. The default setting
is L (Multi-segment metering).
Set in [AE Metering] in the [A Rec. Mode] menu. (p.104)
The scene in the viewfinder is metered in
16 different zones as shown in the
illustration when using the multi-segment
metering. This mode automatically
determines what level of brightness is in
which portion.
Selecting the Metering Method
L
Multi-segment
metering
Segments the screen in 16 parts, meters each portion
and determines the appropriate exposure.
M
Center-
weighted
metering
Measures the entire screen with an emphasis on the
center and determines the exposure.
N
Spot metering
Measures only the center of the screen and determines
exposure.
Using the Multi-Segment Metering
The center-weighted metering mode is automatically set even if you select the
multi-segment metering mode when using a lens other than a DA, D FA, FA J,
FA, F or A lens (can only be used if permission is set in [Using aperture ring] in
the [A Custom Setting] menu (p.107)).
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Swtch dst msr pt
Shake Reduction
Rec. Mode
Auto Bracket
AE Metering
AF Mode
Flash Exp. Comp.
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