Nikon D50 User Manual

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Text mode
Original mode

Refer

ence—P

, S, A, and M Modes

P: Programmed Auto

In this mode, the camera sets shutter speed and aperture for optimal ex-
posure. This mode is recommended for snapshots and other situations in
which little time is available for adjusting camera settings.

Rotate the mode dial to P.

Frame a photograph, focus, and shoot.

Flexible Program

In mode P, different com bi na tions of shutter speed
and ap er ture can be selected by rotating the com-
mand dial (“fl exible program”). All combinations
pro duce the same ex po sure. While fl exible program
is in effect, a icon appears in the control panel. To
restore the default shutter speed and aperture, rotate
the com mand dial until the icon is no longer dis-
played.