P, S, A and M modes

Denotes exposure mode:

  • P: Programmed Auto – camera sets shutter speed and aperture for optimal exposure. Recommended when there is little time to adjust camera settings.
  • S: Shutter-Priority Auto – camera automatically adjusts aperture for optimal exposure
  • A: Aperture-Priority Auto – camera automatically adjusts shutter speed for optimal exposure
  • M: Manual – you control both shutter speed and aperture

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