Olympus E510 E-510 Instruction Manual (English) - Page 34

Shooting functions k Selecting the appropriate mode for shooting conditions M: Manual shooting Allows you to set the aperture and shutter speed manually. You can check how much it differs from the appropriate exposure by using the exposure level indicator. This mode gives you more creative control, allowing you to make whatever settings you like, regardless of the correct exposure. Bulb shooting is also possible, allowing you to take astronomical or fireworks pictures. g "Bulb shooting" (P. 35) Set the mode dial to M and turn the control dial to set the value. • To set the shutter speed: Turn the control dial. To set the aperture value: Turn the control dial while holding down the F (exposure compensation) button. Using the [DIAL] setting of the [Y] menu allows you to change to the opposite settings. g "Customizing the control dial's function" (P. 79) • The range of aperture values available varies with the lens type. 3 • The shutter speed can be set to 1/4000 - 60" (sec.) or [BULB]. • The aperture value and shutter speed change in 1/3 EV increments as the control dial is turned. You can also change the step with the customized settings. g "EV step" (P. 78) Slower shutter speed Open the aperture (f-number is decreased) F button Faster shutter speed Close the aperture (f-number is increased) • The exposure level indicator appears on the control panel screen, showing the difference (ranging from -3 EV to +3 EV) between the exposure value calculated by the currently selected aperture and shutter speed compared to the exposure value considered optimum by the camera. Underexposure Overexposure 2007.08.16 Optimum exposure Exposure level indicator 34 EN