Pentax K100D User Manual - Page 138

136 Selecting the Metering Method Choose the part of the screen to use for measuring brightness and determining exposure. L (Multi-segment metering), M (Center-weighted metering) or N (Spot metering) mode can be selected. The default setting is L (Multi-segment metering). L Multi-segment Segments the screen in 16 parts, meters each portion metering and determines the appropriate exposure. M Centerweighted metering Measures the entire screen with an emphasis on the center and determines the exposure. N Spot metering Measures only the center of the screen and determines exposure. 5 Set in [AE Metering] in the [A Rec. Mode] menu. (p.104) Function Reference Rec. Mode Auto Bracket AE Metering Swtch dst msr pt AF Mode Flash Exp. Comp. Shake Reduction Cancel 0.0 OK OK 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 Setting] menu (p.107)).