Nikon D5500 - Manual (Page 90)

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P, S, A, and M Modes
P , S, A, and M modes offer different degrees of
control over shutter speed and aperture:
Mode P (Programmed Auto)
This mode is recommended for snapshots or whenever you
want to leave the camera in charge of shutter speed and
aperture. The camera automatically adjusts shutter speed and
aperture for optimal exposure in most situations.
Mode Description
P
Programmed auto
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Recommended for snapshots and in other
situations in which there is little time to
adjust camera settings. Camera sets
shutter speed and aperture for optimal
exposure.
S
Shutter-priority auto
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Use to freeze or blur motion. User chooses
shutter speed; camera selects aperture for
best results.
A
Aperture-priority auto
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Use to blur background or bring both
foreground and background into focus.
User chooses aperture; camera selects
shutter speed for best results.
M Manual ( 0 70)
User controls both shutter speed and
aperture. Set shutter speed to “Bulb” or
“Time” for long time-exposures.
A Using the Built-in Flash
For flash photography, press the M (Y) button to raise the flash.