How do I adjust the exposure value (EV) in the SP-510 UZ?
With the mode dial set to any shooting mode except AUTO, M, or GUIDE, press the Up arrow on the arrow pad to access the Exposure Compensation feature. The Exposure Value (EV) is displayed in the upper right corner of the LCD monitor. Use the arrow pad to make the image brighter (Right arrow) or darker (Left arrow). The value can be adjusted +/- 2 EV in 1/3 EV increments. Press the OK/FUNC button to apply the setting. Note: Exposure compensation may not produce the desired brightness on the subject if the area in the frame surrounding the subject is extremely bright or extremely dark.