I’m a matrix (multiple) metering/aperture priority shooter…at least for the most part. When I shoot Nikon D3S I’ve got the ev comp down pretty well and it’s very simple to implement. On the M9 I find that auto exposure frequently results in overexposing highlights… at least in a lot of situations that I shoot, e.g. dappled sunlight in the trees, etc… so I have been metering manually in a lot of situations. With the S2 I find myself mostly using multiple metering and aperture priority…unless I’m shooting with lights, then it’s obviously manual. For me I think it’s mostly a question of ease of use which probably translates to familiarity with the camera. Lots of ways to skin the cat and as long as the end result is a properly exposed image it doesn’t really matter how you get there.
Hi Mark,
I’m doing it the same way as you when shooting handheld. I do set the exposure by half pressing the shutter release, focus with the back button, compose the picture and fire.
Tripod is different. Before using the S2 I very often used the M Mode. But with the S2 I mostly use the exposure compensation.
I think the S2 really supports you to concentrate on the picture rather then turning wheels and making adjustments.
But I do not shoot that much so far and take time to try out everything possible. So this is a preliminary statement. 😉
Best,
PeteThank you for he replies David and Pete. Food for thought.
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