Pentax K20D - Manual (Page 99)

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Shoot
ing Funct
ions
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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 factory default
setting is L (Multi-segment metering).
Set with the metering mode lever. (p.19)
The scene in the viewfinder is metered in
16 different zones as shown in the
illustration when using the multi-segment
metering. Even in backlit locations, this
mode automatically determines what level
of brightness is in which portion and
automatically adjusts exposure.
Selecting the Metering Method
L Multi-segment
Segments the viewfinder in 16 parts, meters each
portion and determines the appropriate exposure.
M
Center-
weighted
Measures the entire viewfinder with an emphasis on the
center and determines the exposure.
N Spot Metering
Measures only the center of the viewfinder 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, or when lens aperture ring is set at other than s. (Can only be
used if permission is set in [36. Using aperture ring] (p.75) in the [A Custom
Setting] menu.)