Canon EOS R6 Advanced User Guide - Page 263

Metering Mode Selection You can select one of four methods to measure the subject brightness. In < > mode, evaluative metering is set automatically. 1. Press the < > button ( ). With an image displayed, press the < > button. 2. Select the metering mode. To select an item, turn the < > dial or press < > up or down. To select the metering mode, turn the < < > left or right. > or < > dial, or press 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. Covers approx. 5.8% of the area at the center of the screen. Spot metering Effective when metering a specific part of the subject. Covers approx. 2.9% of the area at the center of the screen. The spot metering area is indicated on the screen. 263