95You can manually set the shutter speed and aperture to shoot images.D stands for “Manual”.Set the mode dial to D.Make the setting.● Press the b button to choose the shutterspeed or aperture value.● Turn the  dial to set a value.X The set exposure level appears on theindicator. You can check the differenceagainst the standard exposure level.X When the difference is more than ±2stops, the set exposure level appears inorange. When you press the shutterbutton halfway, “–2” or “+2” appears inorange.Setting the Shutter Speed and ApertureValueShutter SpeedApertureValueExposure Level IndicatorStandard Exposure LevelExposure Level• The standard exposure is calculated according to the metering methodchosen (p. 87).• If you use the zoom after making settings or change the composition, theexposure level may change.• Depending on the shutter speed or aperture value set, the monitorbrightness may change. If the flash is raised and set to h, the monitorbrightness will not change.• If you press the b button while holding down the shutter button halfway,the shutter speed or aperture value (whichever is not currently chosen)will automatically adjust to obtain the correct exposure. However, thecorrect exposure may not be obtained depending on the settings.COPY