Using the Built-in Speedlight

Follow these steps when using the built-in Speedlight with a CPU lens.

1

Rotate the mode dial to the desired setting

(

 

10). If , ,

, or mode is selected,

 

 

proceed to Step 4 (

 

98). i-TTL Balanced Fill-

 

 

 

Flash for Digital SLR will be selected, and the

 

built-in Speedlight will pop-up automatically

 

when required.

 

 

2 Choose a metering method. In P, S, and A modes, the metering method determines the type of flash control used ( 94); select matrix or center-weighted metering to activate i-TTL Balanced Fill-Flash for Digital SLR. Standard i- TTL Flash for Digital SLR is activated automatically in mode M and when spot metering is selected in modes P, S, and A.

3 Press the button. The built-in Speedlight will pop up and begin charging. When the Speedlight is fully charged, the flash-ready indicator will light.

Auto Flash ( , , , and Modes)

The built-in Speedlight can not be raised and fired manually in , , , and modes. Once raised, the built-in Speedlight will only fire when required for additional lighting.

Red-Eye Reduction

Some lenses may block the red-eye reduction lamp, preventing the subject from seeing the lamp and interfering with red-eye reduction.

When the Speedlight Is Not in Use

To save battery power when the Speedlight is not in use, return it to the closed position by pressing it lightly downward until the latch clicks into place.

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