Flash

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 (=114).

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

Still Images

Adjusting the Flash Exposure Compensation

Just as with regular exposure compensation (=93), you can adjust the flash exposure from –2 to +2 stops, in 1/3-stop increments.

zzPress the <m> button, choose [X] in the menu, and adjust the setting by either pressing the <q><r> buttons or turning the <5> dial (=46).

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

• When there is a risk of overexposure, the camera automatically adjusts the shutter speed or aperture value during the flash shots to reduce washed- out highlights and shoot at optimal exposure. However, you can deactivate automatic adjustment of the shutter speed and aperture value by accessing <n> (=47) and setting [Safety FE] in [Flash Settings] on the [4] tab to [Off].

•You can also configure the flash exposure compensation by accessing <n> (=47) and choosing [Flash Exp. Comp] in [Flash Settings] on the [4] tab.

•You can also access the [Flash Settings] <n> screen when the flash is up by pressing the <r> button and immediately pressing the <n> button.

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