Richard wrote:
RVE> So far my choice is Pentax MZ-5n.
Good choice. ;o)
RVE> I like to know how the AE (memory) lock works on MZ-5n. So far I
RVE> know that it holds measured values for 10 sec. It seems to me
RVE> quite short.
It is too short. That's why they made it longer (20s?) on MZ-S.
Customizable would have been the best approach.
Actually both AE lock and viewfinder display share the same
time-out. Designers should have considered not everybody is happy
with their camera going off after a limited time period.
RVE> I am used to have AE lock working the way it holds
RVE> value until shutter release or next push. Is there any way to
RVE> hold the measured value longer? For example by holding AE button
RVE> pushed?
Rather than squeezing the uncomfortable AE lock button, try
depressing half-way the shutter button. This way you can keep the
memory lock indefinitely.
RVE> Assume following situation, I used AF and focus on the place I
RVE> like than I like to measure the light on the other parts of
RVE> composition so I move central point and measure the light by spot
RVE> measurement. If I like to see values I have to push shutter
RVE> release half way (right?). But than AF will refocus, right? Is
RVE> there any way to activate AF and measurement independently?
Lock focus, then while holding the shutter button half-way depressed
with your index, move the camera and lock the exposure with your
thumb. Note you don't have to keep your thumb pressed: the AE locks
stays as long as you press the shutter button (and 10 seconds
after).
For me it's easier the other way around: lock exposure, then
press the shutter button for as long is necessary to achieve the
desired focus.
RVE> Or generally what is your way to compose picture, measure light
RVE> by spot measurement, set bracketing and focusing with MZ-5n?
If I'm not in a hurry, framing is the last stage.
Servus, Alin
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