Pentax ZX-5N - Manual (Page 31)

(2) USING THE MULTI (6)-SEGMENT METERING MODE
In the multi(6)-segment metering mode, the metering
system automatically measures light in six different
zones, enabling proper exposure value in a wide variety
of normal and adverse lighting conditions, such as a
backlit condition.
1. Set the metering mode switch to [ SB ].
• When a lens other than an A, F or FA lens is attached,
use either center-weighted metering or spot meter­
ing. The multi-segment metering mode cannot be set.
See page 68 for selecting the metering mode.
MULTI(6)-SEGMENT METERING
This camera incorporates a high-precision six-segment
TTL metering system. Light values are measured in six
segments within the image field, enabling an optimal ex­
posure to be made under a variety of lighting condi­
tions.
With conventional averaged metering systems,
underexposure of the subject results from the bright­
ness of the background affecting the overall metering.
With multi(6)-segment metering, the camera records
the brightness in six zones within the image field and
uses these measurements to choose an exposure that
will
not underexposed the subject. The multi(6)-
segment metering system also calculates exposure val­
ues for a scene to automatically compensate for high-
contrast and other difficult lighting conditions. Even a
beginner can achieve excellent results with ease.
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