Choosing a Metering Mode

This section shows you how to choose the area the D7000 will use to measure exposure, giving emphasis to the center of the frame; evaluating many different areas of the frame; or measuring light from a small spot in the center of the frame.

The metering mode you select determines how the D7000 calculates exposure. You might want to select a particular metering mode for your first shots, although the default Matrix metering is probably the best choice as you get to know your camera. I’ll explain when and how to use each of the three metering modes later. To change metering modes, hold down the metering mode button, located southwest of the shutter release, while rotating the main dial to select from among the choices that are displayed on the LCD in the control panel (See Figure 2.2):