Which exposure automations do the respective SLR cameras of the Olympus OM series have?
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What are exposure modes / exposure automations?
Exposure modes or exposure automations are functions that allow the user to control the exposure of a shot. Depending on the mode, the photographer must set more or fewer settings before pressing the shutter release.
Manual mode
In manual mode, the photographer has full control over the camera's exposure settings. This means that the photographer must set the aperture and shutter speed themselves to achieve the desired result. Manual mode is particularly useful in situations where the lighting conditions are unusual, for example at night or in very bright environments. Since the photographer has full control, they can also deliberately achieve unusual or creative effects, for example by using a long exposure time to create motion blur.
Shutter priority / Aperture priority
In shutter priority (also referred to as aperture priority), the photographer selects the desired shutter speed and the camera automatically adjusts the aperture to achieve the correct exposure. This is particularly useful when freedom of movement is limited, for example with fast movements or when the light changes quickly. In this mode, the photographer can also deliberately experiment with the shutter speed to achieve creative effects, for example by using a very short shutter speed to capture a moment.
Aperture priority / Shutter priority
In aperture priority (also referred to as shutter priority), the photographer selects the desired aperture and the camera automatically adjusts the shutter speed to achieve the correct exposure. This is particularly useful when depth of field is to be controlled, for example in portraits or landscape shots. By choosing a large aperture, the background can be blurred, while a small aperture results in a greater depth of field. In this mode, the photographer can also deliberately experiment with the aperture to achieve creative effects, for example by using a very large aperture to create bokeh.
Program mode
In program mode, the camera automatically selects the aperture and shutter speed to achieve the correct exposure. However, the photographer can make some settings, e.g. the ISO value or exposure compensation. This mode is particularly useful when speed is needed or when the lighting conditions change quickly. Program mode is also a good choice for photographers who are unsure which settings to choose, as it is quick and easy to use.
