Canon EOS R6 Mark II Mirrorless Camera with 24-105mm f/4-7.1 Lens - Manual (Page 230)

Metering Mode
Four methods (metering modes) to measure the subject's brightness are provided. Normally,
evaluative metering is recommended. Evaluative metering is set automatically in Basic Zone
modes (except in <
: > mode, which uses center-weighted average metering).
1.
Select [ : Metering mode].
2.
Select an option.
: Evaluative metering
General-purpose metering mode suited even for backlit subjects. The camera adjusts
the exposure automatically to suit the scene.
: Partial metering
Effective where there are much brighter lights around the subject due to backlight, etc.
The partial metering area is indicated on the screen.
: Spot metering
Effective when metering a specific part of the subject. The spot metering area is
indicated on the screen.
: Center-weighted average
The metering across the screen is averaged, with the center of the screen weighted
more heavily.
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