BASIC IMAGE RECORDING

4.Use [￿] and [￿] to select “Auto”, and then press [SET].

• Selecting “Off” disables flash assist.

IMPORTANT!

Flash assist may not produce the desired result for some types of subjects.

Flash assist may have little effect on your image if you changed any of the following settings when you recorded it.

Flash intensity (page 65)

Exposure compensation (EV shift) (page 80)

ISO sensitivity (page 110)

Contrast (page 114)

Using flash assist can cause an increase of digital noise in recorded images.

Flash Precautions

Flash

Take care that your fingers

do not block the flash when you hold the camera. Covering the flash with your finger can greatly reduce its effectiveness.

You may not be able to achieve the desired results using the flash if the subject is too close or too far away.

The flash takes anywhere from a few seconds to as long as 5 seconds to attain full charge after being fired. The actual time required depends on the battery level, temperature, and other conditions.

The flash does not fire during movie recording.

The flash unit may not be able to charge when camera battery power is low. If this happens, the flash will not fire properly and you will not be able to obtain the desired exposure. Be sure to charge the camera’s battery as soon as possible when power goes low.

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