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How do I set my Canon metering mode?
Solution
- You can select one of four methods to measure the subject brightness.
- In the < > mode, evaluative metering is set automatically.
- Turn on the camera.
- Set the camera’s power switch to .
- Press the < > button.
- Select the metering mode.
- While looking at the LCD panel or in the viewfinder, turn the < > dial.
Which metering is best for bird photography?
Instead, I recommend you use your camera’s Evaluative metering mode (also known as Matrix metering mode). When set to Evaluative metering, your camera will analyze the entire scene, and using complex algorithms, will arrive at the right exposure value. No, Evaluative metering isn’t perfect.
What is the default metering mode for my camera?
This is the metering mode used by default in any type of automatic mode of your camera – from full auto to any of the scene modes such as landscape, portrait, or sports mode. The way to change the camera metering modes is different on every camera.
How do I choose the right metering for my photography?
Depending on your framing and camera’s capabilities, center-weighted or spot metering might help best get you the intended results. The advantage of digital imaging is that you can review your image as soon as you take it, and make adjustments to your metering mode or exposure as needed to alter the image to better match your artistic vision.
What is wrong with my camera’s metering?
The problem is that auto, semi-automatic and manual modes are all basing the correct exposure on the camera’s metering system. That’s why it’s so important that you understand how the light meter works and its different metering modes.
What is the difference between spot metering mode and center weighted mode?
If the portrait is a headshot where the face of the person is in the center and covers most of the photo, then you can use the center-weighted mode. If instead, you want to place your subject towards one side (such as in the example below), you have to use the spot metering mode.