I have had exposure problems. Tried bracketing, and discarded images based on what I saw on camera. Prints looked nothing like I thought they would. I am about to try using the cameras histogram facility, but what metering mode should I use. A quick visual trial suggested that all gave a similar histogram. Previously I have used spot metering on what I think is an appropriate part of the scene, and have had good results. Unfortunately this does not seem to work well with my new camera, Sony DSC-HX1. Any advice will be appreciated.