Nikon D300 User Manual

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Electronic Analog Exposure Displays

The electronic analog exposure displays in the control panel and
viewfinder show whether the photograph would be under- or over-
exposed at current settings. Depending on the option chosen for Custom
Setting b2 ([EV steps for exposure cntrl.], pg. 275), the amount of under- or
over-exposure is shown in increments of

1

/

3

EV,

1

/

2

EV, or 1 EV. If the limits

of the exposure metering system are exceeded, the displays will flash.

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Long Time-Exposures

At a shutter speed of

A, the shutter will

remain open while the shutter-release button
is held down. Use for long time-exposure
photographs of moving lights, the stars, night
scenery, or fireworks. Nikon recommends
using a fully-charged EN-EL3e battery or an
optional EH-5a or EH-5 AC adapter to prevent
loss of power while the shutter is open. Note
that noise and color distortion may be present
in long exposures; before shooting, choose [On] for the [Long exp. NR]
option in the shooting menu (pg. 262).

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See Also

See Custom Setting f10 ([Reverse indicators], pg. 310) for information on
reversing the electronic analog exposure display.

Custom Setting b2 set to [1/3 step]

Optimal exposure

Underexposed by

1

/

3

EV Overexposed by over 2 EV

Control panel

Viewfinder

Shutter speed: 35 s

Aperture: f/25

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