Nikon D60OUTFIT, D60BODY Changing Shooting Settings Using the Built-in Flash, Flash Mode Setting

Changing Shooting Settings

Using the Built-in Flash

BThe Built-in Flash

Use with CPU lenses with focal lengths of 18mm to 300mm or non-CPU lenses with focal lengths of 18mm to 200mm. Restrictions on focal length and shooting distance may apply with some lenses. See “Optional Accessories” (A 145) for details. Remove lens hoods to prevent shadows. The flash has a minimum range of 60cm (2ft.) and cannot be used in the macro range of macro zoom lenses.

If the flash fires in continuous release mode (A 54), only one photograph will be taken each time the shutter-release button is pressed.

The shutter release may be briefly disabled to protect the flash after it has been used for several consecutive shots. The flash can be used again after a short pause.

For information on optional flash units (Speedlights), see “Optional Flash Units (Speedlights)” (A 150).

In a, b, c, and dmodes, flash output is controlled using flash compensation (A 68). Output of the built-in flash can be adjusted manually from Custom Setting 14 (Built-in flash; A 113).

CFlash Mode Setting

The default flash setting for Digital Vari-Program modes is automatically restored when the mode dial is rotated to a new setting or the camera is turned off.

DRear-Curtain Sync

Normally the flash fires as the shutter opens (“front curtain sync”; see below at left). In rear-curtain sync, the flash fires just before the shutter closes, creating the effect of a stream of light behind moving subjects.

Front-curtain sync Rear curtain sync

CMore Information

For more information about auto ISO control, see “ISO Auto” (A 112).

For more information about flash control options, see Custom Setting 14 (Built-in flash/Optional flash unit; A 113).

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