Nikon Coolpix 100 manual Beyond the Basics, Using the Flash

Beyond the Basics

This chapter describes how to use the built-in flash, change the camera’s settings, connect your camera to a computer, and delete pictures from the camera’s memory.

Using the Flash

The built-in flash has three settings: “Auto”, “On”, and “Off”. The camera’s current flash setting is displayed in the control display panel.

Auto When the flash is set to “Auto”, the camera's internal auto exposure circuitry will automatically activate the flash when lighting is poor. This setting is the best choice in most circumstances.

Off When set to “Off”, the flash will not be activated even when light is inadequate. Set the flash to “Off” when you have prepared your own lighting effects, when you wish to capture natural lighting under low light conditions, or where use of a flash is prohibited.

On If the flash is set to “On,” the flash will be activated whenever the shutter release button is fully depressed. Set the flash to “On” to “fill-in” a back-lit subject.

Note: When using the flash to take portraits of people or animals, you may wish to use the red-eye reduction setting described in the following section,

“Red-Eye Reduction.”

Note: When using the flash, be careful not to place your finger over the flash window.

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