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9.2 AE Lock

AE lock function is useful in a number of shooting scenarios but is particularly

useful when capturing panoramic images where a consistent exposure is

needed to seamlessly stick images together in post production.

The AEL button will lock the Auto-exposure value as the photo is being

recomposed.

1. Turn the shutter release mode selector lever to S or C.

2. Turn the exposure mode setting dial and select P, Av or Tv.

3. Focus on the subject for metering exposure, and press the AEL button on

the rear of the grip. [ ] Will appear on the viewnder LCD, indicating that

the exposure value is locked.

4. Slide the camera to recompose the shot, and take the picture.

When you press and hold AEL button the over/under exposure value will be

shown to the far right in the viewnder LCD.

NOTICE:

[ ] in the viewnder LCD blinks to indicate

the exposure is locked, when you continue

to take the next picture in the AE lock mode.

If you turn the shutter release mode selector

lever to the L (power OFF) position, or after

elapse of one hour, the AE lock mode will

automatically be cancelled.

In the Manual M exposure mode, you cannot

use the AE lock function.

When the dierence between the metered

value and the set value is displayed, press

the AEL button [A] for approximately one

second, and one-push shift function will be

activated and the camera will automatically

adjust the shutter speed.