Pentax DS Operation Manual - Page 132
Selecting the Metering Method, Using the Multi-Segment Metering
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130 Selecting the Metering Method Choose the part of the screen to use for measuring brightness and determining exposure. [Multi-segment metering], [Center-weighted metering] or [Spot metering] mode can be selected. The default setting is [Multi-segment]. L Multi-segment Segment the screen in 16 parts, meter each portion and determine the appropriate exposure. M Centerweighted Measure the entire screen with an emphasis on the center and determine the exposure. N Spot metering Measure only the center of the screen and determine exposure. Set in [AE Metering] in the [A Rec. Mode] menu. (p.98) 5 Rec. Mode Instant Review Auto Bracket AE Metering Swtch dst msr pt Flash Exp. Comp. 1 sec Cancel OK OK Function Reference Using the Multi-Segment Metering The scene in the viewfinder is metered in 16 different zones as shown in the illustration when using the multi-segment metering. This mode automatically determines what level of brightness is in which portion. The center-weighted metering mode is automatically set even if you select the multi-segment metering mode when using a lens other than a DA, D FA, FA J, FA, F or A lens. (Can only be used if permission is set in [Using aperture ring] in the [A Custom] menu (p.101).)