Canon EOS 5D Mark IV L-series Zoom Lens Kit Owner's Manual

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You can select one of four methods to measure the subject brightness. 
In the <A> mode, evaluative metering is set automatically.
1
Press the <n> button 
(9)
.
2
Select the metering mode.
 
While looking at the LCD panel or in 
the viewfinder, turn the <6> dial.
q
: Evaluative metering
w
: Partial metering
r
: Spot metering
e
: Center-weighted average 
metering
q
: Evaluative metering
General-purpose metering mode suited even for 
backlit subjects. The camera adjusts the exposure 
automatically to suit the scene.
w
: Partial metering
Effective where there are much brighter lights 
around the subject due to backlight, etc. Partial 
metering covers approx. 6.1% of the viewfinder 
area at the center.
q
 Selecting the Metering ModeN