Flash

Still Images

Shooting with Slow Synchro

With this option, the flash fires to increase the brightness of the main subject (such as people) while the camera shoots at a slow shutter speed to increase the brightness of the background that is out of the flash range.

For details on the flash range, see “Specifications” (=274).

1Lift the flash (=47).

2 Configure the setting.

zzPress the <h> button, choose [Z] (either press the <q><r> buttons or turn the <5> dial), and then press the <m> button.

XXOnce the setting is complete, [Z] is displayed.

3Shoot.

zzEven after the flash fires, ensure that the main subject does not move until the shutter sound is finished playing.

•Mount the camera on a tripod or take other measures to keep it

still and prevent camera shake. Additionally, you should set [IS Mode] to [Off] when using a tripod or other means to hold the camera still (=147).

•The setting screen cannot be accessed by pressing the <h> button when the flash is lowered. Lift the flash with your finger in advance.

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