Checking the Flash Mode

The current flash mode is indicated on the monitor screen and by the operation lamp when you half-press the shutter button.

Operation Lamp

Flashing Orange :Flash is charging.

Lit or Flashing Green*:Flash charging is complete.

Monitor Screen

” indicates flash will fire.

*Flashes green when focusing is not possible with Auto Focus or Macro Focus.

Changing the Flash Intensity

1.In the REC mode, press [MENU].

2.On the “Quality” tab, select “Flash Intensity” and then press [X].

3.Use [S] and [T] to select the flash intensity

setting you want and then press [SET].

You can set one of five levels, from –2 (weakest) to +2 (strongest).

IMPORTANT!

Flash intensity may not change when the subject is too far away or too close.

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