(user settings) mode


Setting combinations that are frequently used for shooting with (programmed auto), (shutter-priority auto),  (aperture-priority auto), or (manual) can be saved in .

Rotate the mode dial to to retrieve the settings saved in [Save user settings].

Saving settings in mode (Save user settings)
List of setting options that can be saved in mode

Saving settings in mode (Save user settings)

The frequently used settings in , , , and modes can be saved. At the time of purchase, the default settings of mode are saved.

  1. Rotate the mode dial to , , , , or .
    • If you want to change the shooting mode, select , , , or .
    • If you do not want to change the saved shooting mode, select .
  2. Change to a frequently used combination of shooting settings.
    • See “List of setting options that can be saved in mode” for details.
    • The flexible program (when set to ), shutter speed (when set to or ), or f‑number (when set to or ) settings will also be saved.
    • The focus area that is selected with the [Manual (spot)], [Manual (normal)], or [Manual (wide)] setting in AF area mode will also be saved.
  3. Press the (menu) button to display the shooting menu.
  4. Use the multi selector to select [Save user settings], and press the  button.
    • The previous saved settings are overwritten by the current settings as the mode.

Resetting (user settings) mode

If the shooting menu [Reset user settings] is selected, the settings that are saved in the user settings are restored to their default values.

Notes about the clock battery

If the internal clock battery is exhausted, the settings saved in will be reset. Writing down any important setting is recommended.

List of setting options that can be saved in mode

General settings


Manual focus settings


Display settings


Shooting menu


Setup menu