NUsing the Flash (Super Intelligent Flash)

When the flash is used, the camera’s Super Intelligent Flash system instantly analyzes the scene based on such factors as the brightness of the subject, its position in the frame, and its distance from the camera. Flash output and sensitivity are adjusted to ensure that the main subject is correctly exposed while preserving the effects of ambient background lighting, even in dimly-lit indoor scenes. Use the flash when lighting is poor, for example when shooting at night or indoors under low light.

1Choose a flash mode.

Press the selector right (N). The following options will be displayed; press the selector left or right to highlight an option and press MENU/OK. In modes other than A, the current mode is indicated by an icon in the display.

Mode

Description

A (AUTO FLASH)

The fl ash fi res when required. Recommended in most situations.

K(RED EYE REDUCTION) As above, except that camera minimizes “red-eye” caused when light from the fl ash is re- fl ected from the subject’s retinas.

N (FORCED FLASH)

The fl ash fi res whenever a picture is taken. Use for backlit subjects or for natural coloration

when shooting in bright light.

 

L(FORCED FLASH)

As for fi ll fl ash, except that camera minimizes “red-eye.”

 

The fl ash does not fi re even when the subject is poorly lit. k will appear in the monitor

P (SUPPRESSED FLASH)

at slow shutter speeds to warn that pictures may be blurred. Use of a tripod is recom-

 

mended.

O (SLOW SYNCHRO)

Capture both the main subject and the background under low light (note that brightly lit

scenes may be overexposed).

 

M (RED EYE & SLOW)

As for slow sync, except that camera minimizes “red-eye.”

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