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SELECTING THE SHOOTING MODE
The Nikon FA offers four shooting modes: three automatic
exposure modes, including P (programmed), S (shutter-priority),
and A (aperture-priority), in addition to M (manual) mode.
Moreover, the FA utilizes an automatic multi-pattern metering
system in all three automatic modes to ensure correct exposure
even in difficult lighting situations In this system, light is
individually measured from five separate areas of the focusing
screen and then analyzed by the camera's microcomputer,
giving you the automatically corrected exposure without the
need for manual exposure compensation In the manua mode,
regular centerweighted metering is always n operation Just
center the main subject in the viewfinder to get correct
exposure. Selection of centerweighted metering is also possible
in all automatic modes by depressing the metering control
button (refer to page 40 for more information). The metering
system in use also depends on which lens is mounted on the
camera (see page 18).
Each shooting mode has its own advantages as explained
below. Choose your desired mode and set the shooting mode
selector to the appropriate click-stop. Intermediate settings
cannot be used According to the shooting mode you select, you
must also set the shutter speed and/or aperture which will then
be displayed in the viewfinder.
P (Programmed)
The optimum combination of shutter speed and aperture is
automatically set by the FA's microcomputer, depending upon
scene brightness, film speed, and lens focal length in use For
short lenses (less than 135mm), the FA uses a normal program
to ensure correct exposure. But with telephotos of 135mm or
longer, the camera automatically switches to a special
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highspeed program to reduce the possibility of camera shake
caused by slow shutter speeds The P mode not only greatly
simplifies operation but also lets you concentrate on picture
composition, making it desirable for fast-breaking action when
there isn't time to think.
S (Shutter Priority)
You set the shutter speed manually and the FA's
microcomputer automatically selects the matching aperture.
This mode is good for stopping fast action and required when
motion is an important factor in your pictures, such as in sports
photography
A (Aperture-Priority)
Select the lens aperture first; then the FA’s microcomputer
selects the matching shutter speed for you. This mode is
recommended when the rendition of depth must be controlled
exactly. For instance, you may want to blur out the background
in portraiture or make everything come out sharp in scenic
photography.
M (Manual)
You set both the shutter speed and aperture manually
according to the desired effect. Necessary exposure information
is shown in the viewfinder With this mode, it's possible to create
intentional over- or underexposed photos It's also good under
specie shooting situations. Time exposures at the B setting or
mechanical release at M250 are performed n the manual mode.
Flash photography with flash units other than Nikon dedicated
flash units should also be performed in this mode.
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