Canon EOS Rebel T6i EF-S 18-55mm IS STM Lens Kit Instruction Manual - Page 159

Setting Exposure CompensationK Set exposure compensation if the exposure (without flash) does not come out as desired. This feature can be used in Creative Zone modes (except ). You can set the exposure compensation up to ±5 stops in 1/3-stop increments. Increased exposure for a brighter image Decreased exposure for a darker image 1 Check the exposure level indicator.  Press the shutter button halfway (0) and check the exposure level indicator in the viewfinder or on the LCD monitor. 2 Set the compensation amount.  If the exposure is too dark, hold down the button and turn the dial to the right (for increased exposure). If the exposure is too bright, hold down the button and turn the dial to the left (for decreased exposure). 3 Take the picture.  To cancel the exposure compensation, set the exposure compensation amount back to . If [z2: Auto Lighting Optimizer] (p.136) is set to any setting other than [Disable], the image may still look bright even if a decreased exposure compensation for a darker image is set.  The exposure compensation amount will remain in effect even after you set the power switch to .  The exposure compensation amount displayed in the viewfinder goes up to only ±2 stops. If the exposure compensation amount exceeds ±2 stops, the end of the exposure level indicator will display or .  If you want to set exposure compensation exceeding ±2 stops, setting it with [z2: Expo.comp./AEB] (p.160) or with the Quick Control screen (p.51) is recommended. 159