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j, k, l, m Modes)

j, k, l, m Modes

By rotating the mode dial, you can shoot pictures in the following four exposure 
modes: 

j (Programmed auto), k (Shutter-priority auto), l (Aperture-priority auto), 

and 

m (Manual). 

Not only can you set the shutter speed and aperture value, you can also select a 
variety of advanced settings, such as changing the ISO sensitivity and white balance 
in the shooting menu (

Even when the mode dial is set to 

M (user setting mode), you can shoot in j 

(Programmed auto), 

k (Shutter-priority auto), l (Aperture-priority auto) or m 

(Manual). The setting combinations (user settings) that are frequently used for 
shooting can be saved in 

M (A108).

C

j, k, l and m Modes

• The flash mode (

A36) can be changed, and the self-timer (A39), focus mode (A40) and 

exposure compensation (

A43) settings can be adjusted.

• Press the 

d button to adjust the shooting menu (A81) settings.

Mode

Description

Usage

j

Programmed 
auto
(

The camera sets the shutter 
speed and aperture value 
automatically for optimal 
exposure. Flexible program, 
which changes the combination 
of shutter speed and aperture 
value with the same exposure, 
can be used (

Recommended for most 
situations.

k

Shutter-
priority auto 
(

The user chooses the shutter 
speed; the camera selects the 
aperture value automatically.

Use to shoot fast moving 
subjects with a fast shutter speed, 
or use to emphasize the 
movements of a moving subject 
with a slow shutter speed.

l

Aperture-
priority auto 
(

The user chooses the aperture 
value; the camera selects the 
shutter speed automatically.

Use to blur the background or 
bring both the foreground and 
background into focus.

m

Manual
(

The user controls both the 
shutter speed and aperture value.

Use to control the exposure 
according to shooting 
requirements.