Choose an exposure mode.

Choosing an Exposure Mode

Hold the I button and rotate the main command dial.

Mode

Description

P

Programmed auto

The camera sets shutter speed and aperture for optimal exposure.

S

Shutter-priority auto

You choose the shutter speed; the camera selects the aperture for best results.

A

Aperture-priority auto

You choose the aperture; the camera selects the shutter speed for best results.

M

Manual

You control both shutter speed and aperture. Set shutter speed to “bulb” or “time” for long time-exposures.