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      07-11-2012, 08:08 AM   #3583
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Originally Posted by Chewy734 View Post
I don't follow Dave... who doesn't pay attention to their metering when in Manual mode?
Well then, why wouldn't you let the meter adjust the camera?

I know two things, I want to generally ETTR, which means that I generally need +EV, but I also adjust for my subject when the meter can't handle it, like a white subject in a neutral background or dark background.

I understand using manual in a controlled lighting situation, like with a model. I use it for multi-shot panoramas, lightning shots and other situations where I don't want the meter to change exposure from shot to shot. Otherwise, I'm in Av.

Dave
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