Pentax Optio 50L - Selecting the Metering Mode

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Selecting the Metering Mode
You can select the metering mode that sets which part of the subject to measure to determine the exposure.
1. Rotate the mode dial to , , , or and turn your
camera on by pressing the Power switch.
2. Press the MENU button, then use the four-way controller (X) to
select the [Mode2] menu.
3. Use the four-way controller (T) to select [AE Metering], then press
the button.
4. Use the four-way controller (ST) to select the desired metering
mode, then press the button.
 [ Center-weighted]: Averages the light metered from the
entire frame, but gives greater weighted to the subject matter at
the center.
 [ Spot]: The exposure is determined by the small area in the
center of the screen only.
5. To exit the menu, press the MENU button.
6. Compose your subject within the focus frame.
7. Press the shutter release button to capture the image.
OK :
Exit :
Mode1 Mode2 Mode3
Focus
Drive Mode
AE Metering
Std.
3 / 3
MENU
OK :
Exit :
AE Metering
Spot
1 / 2
Center-weighted
MENU