Olympus C7000 Zoom C-7000 Advanced Manual - Page 54

AE lock TIPS To save the locked multi-metering exposure after shooting (AE memory) → After metering in Step 3, hold down the x button for more than 1 second. C appears. While C is displayed, the exposure is saved. Press the x button again to cancel the AE memory. The multi-metering exposure is canceled. → If you operate any of the buttons or the mode dial after metering in Step 3, the multi-metering exposure is canceled. → The multi-metering exposure is canceled when the monitor is turned off. AE lock 4 This function is suitable for situations when optimal exposure is difficult to achieve, such as when there is excessive contrast between the subject and the surroundings. Example: Advanced shooting functions The subject appears dark because the sky is bright. Recompose your shot so there is not much sky in the frame and lock the exposure. Compose your shot again with the sky in the frame and take the picture. Mode dial 1 Compose the picture where you want to lock the metered value (exposure), then press the x button. g"Direct buttons" (P.13) • The exposure is memorized. • To reset AE lock, press the x button again to cancel AE lock. Each time you press the x button, AE lock is alternately engaged and canceled. 54 P 1/1000 F2.8 0.0 HQ 3072 2304 30 During AE lock, [ is displayed.