P/a/s/m exposure – Argus Camera DC3810 User Manual
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P/A/S/M EXPOSURE
Options
Purpose
Programmed auto The camera will automatically set the
shutter speed and aperture value for
best
qualitiy.
Aperture priority
User selects the aperture. The
(F3.37-F15) camera sets the shutter speed.
Shutter priority
User selects the shutter speed. The
(1/650s-10s)
camera sets the fit aperture.
Manual exposure
User selects both the shutter speed
and aperture.
When to use it
Recommen
ded in most conditions.
Recommen
ded in controlling the depth of
field
. (helps the primary subject stand out
from
its surroundings)
Recommen
ded when shooting fast-moving
objects or to create a sense of motion
with slower-moving objects.
EXPOSURE MODES
These 4 exposure modes allow extensive control over general photo taking. Programmed Auto P
gives carefree operation; Aperture Priority A and Shutter Priority S allow users to maximize exp-
osures under different conditions; Manual Exposure M provides complete freedom in control.
User has complete control of exposure.