Nikon 6MA03711-A Manuel D’Utilisation

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In 

 (auto) and scene modes, the camera automati-

cally adjusts shutter speed and aperture to produce op-
timal exposure.  In P, S, A, and M modes, shutter speed 
and aperture can be adjusted to suit the user’s creative 
intent.  P, S, A, and M modes also give the user control 
over sensitivity (ISO equivalency; 

 51), white balance 

(

 53), manual focus (

 56), and the options in the 

shooting menu (

 85).

Programmed 

auto

Camera sets shutter speed and ap-
erture for optimal exposure.  Flex-
ible program can be used to select 
additional combinations of shutter 
speed and aperture that will pro-
duce the same exposure.

Recommended for most situations.

Shutter-

priority auto

User chooses shutter speed: cam-
era sets aperture for best results.

High shutter speeds freeze motion.  
Low shutter speeds suggest move-
ment by blurring moving objects.

Aperture-

priority auto

User chooses aperture: camera sets 
shutter speed for best results.

Large apertures (small f/-numbers) 
soften background details and let 
more light into camera, increasing 
range of fl ash.  Small apertures 
(large f/-numbers) increase depth 
of fi eld, bringing main subject and 
background into focus.

Manual

User controls both shutter speed 
and aperture.

Use for complete control over ex-
posure.