Flash off
There are occasions when your camera thinks the flash is needed, but in fact it isn't. You probably have a "Flash Off" (or similar wording) setting on your camera. Here are a few examples of when to use it:
•When you are too far away from your subject for the flash to be effective.
•When the flash would create annoying reflections from mirrors and other shiny surfaces.
•At sunset or in other
•Where the quality of the existing light is beautiful, like a kitten sleeping in the sunbeam.
o Where flash is not allowed (steady yourself against a wall and anchor your elbows at your side).
Flash Range
A camera's flash range tells you how far from the camera the flash will provide proper exposure. If the subject is out of range, you'll know to close the distance. Most digital cameras can tolerate some underexposure before the image suffers noticeably.
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