Instruction manual

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Shutter priority is set with the exposure-mode dial (p. 50). The photographer
selects the shutter speed and the camera sets the appropriate aperture to
ensure correct exposure. When S mode is selected, the shutter speed display
on the monitors turns blue.
Shutter Priority - S
The shutter speeds can be changed by 1/3 stop
increments from 1/1600 second, see below. If the shutter
speed is beyond the aperture range, the aperture display
turns red on the monitors.
Turn the control dial to change the
shutter speed. Press the shutter-
release button partway down to
activate the exposure system; the
corresponding aperture will be
displayed.
When using flash, the shutter speed should be set to the flash duration of flash unit to prevent
underexposure. A maximum shutter speed of 1/1000s is recommended when using the built-in flash
and 1/250s when using a compatible Minolta flash unit.
The camera-shake warning does not appear in S mode.
Shutter-speed range and Camera sensitivity (ISO)
The maximum shutter speed or bulb exposure depends on
the camera sensitivity (ISO) setting.
ISO is changed with the function button. For more about
camera sensitivity, see page 66.
Shutter speed
50
100
200/AUTO
400
800
30 seconds
30 seconds
15 seconds
8 seconds
4 seconds
ISO setting