Adjusting ISO Sensitivity (Recommended Exposure Index)

ISO is the unit of measurement (sensitivity), estimating how much light an image pickup device (equivalent to photo films) receives. Even when the exposure is the same, images differ depending on the ISO sensitivity.

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High ISO sensitivity
Records a bright image even when shooting in a dark location. However, the image tends to become noisy.

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Low ISO sensitivity
Records a smoother image. However, when the exposure is insufficient, the image may become darker.

ISO: Selecting a luminous sensitivity

  • Mode dial position:iso icon - iso icon- iso icon
  • Press MENU to display the menu
  • Select [ISO] with Left-Right buttonson the control button.
  • Select the desired setting with up down buttons, then press Select Button.
  • Press MENU to turn off the menu.

The menu items available vary depending on the mode dial position and settings. Only the available items are displayed on the screen.

AUTO
Select a large number when shooting in dark locations or shooting a subject moving at high speed, or select a small number to obtain high image quality.

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Basic techniques for better images

Last Updated 22 May 2008