Canon eos rebel T2i - Manual (Page 87)

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Set exposure compensation if the exposure (without flash) does not come out as
desired. This feature can be used in Creative Zone modes (except <a>). Although
you can set the exposure compensation up to ±5 stops in 1/3-stop increments, the
exposure compensation indicator in the viewfinder can only display the setting up to
±2 stops. If you want to set the exposure compensation beyond ±2 stops, you should
follow the instructions for [2 Exp. comp./AEB] on page 89.
Making it brighter:
Hold down the <O> button and
turn the <6> dial to the right.
(Increased exposure)
Making it darker:
Hold down the <O> button and
turn the <6> dial to the left.
(Decreased exposure)
X As shown in the figure, the exposure
level is displayed on the LCD monitor
and in the viewfinder.
After taking the picture, hold down
the <O> button and turn the
<6> dial to reset the exposure
compensation to zero.
Setting Exposure CompensationN
O Setting Exposure Compensation
Decreased exposure for a darker image
Increased exposure for a brighter image
If the amount set exceeds ±2 stops, the end of the exposure level indicator
will display <I> or <J>.
Dark exposure Brighter with increased exposure
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