ALocking the Flash ExposureN

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 FE lock is effective. 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.

1 Press the <D> button.

X The built-in flash will rise.

Press the shutter button halfway and look in the viewfinder to check that the <D> icon is lit.

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Focus on the subject.

Press the <A> button. (8)

Aim the viewfinder center over the subject where you want to lock the flash exposure, then press the <A> button.

XThe flash will fire a preflash and the required flash output is calculated and retained in memory.

XIn the viewfinder, “FEL” is displayed for a moment and <d> will light up. Each time you press the <A> button, a preflash is fired and the required flash output is calculated and retained in memory.

4 Take the picture.

Compose the shot and press the shutter button completely.

XThe flash is fired when the picture is taken.

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