=)(- Locking the Flash E×posure _
if the subject is on the side of the frame and you use flash, the subject may turn out to be too bright or dark depending on the background, etc. This is when you should use FE lock. After setting the proper flash exposure for the subject, you can recompose (put the subject toward the side) and shoot. This feature can also be used with a Canon EX- series Speedlite.
*FE stands for Flash Exposure.
1Press the < _ > button.
s+ The
_ Press the shutter button halfway and look in the viewfinder to check that the <_> icon is lit.
Focus the subject.
Spot metering circle
Press the < % > button. (_16)
_ Aim the
_y,,The flash will fire a preflash and the required flash output is calculated and retained in memory.
_y,,in the viewfinder, "FEL" is displayed for a moment and <_*> will light.
_ Each time you press the <*> button, a preflash is fired andthe required flash output is calculatedand retained in memory.
Take the picture.
_, Compose the shot and press the shutter button completely.
bThe flash is fired when the picture is taken.
_1 if the SUbjeCt is too far away and beyoud the effective range of the flash, the <_> iCOn w!l! b!ink_ Get Closer to the subject and repeat steps 2 to 4: