Nikon D70s The Built-inSpeedlight, Photography Basic—Tutorial, When the Speedlight Is Not in Use

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In mode, the camera automatically sets shutter speed and aperture when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway. Before shooting, check the shutter-speed and aperture indicators in the viewfinder. If the photo would be overexposed

at current settings, will be displayed; use an optional Neutral Density (ND) filter. If the photo would be underexposed, the built-in Speedlight will pop up automatically, and fire when the photograph is taken.

The Built-in Speedlight

If additional lighting is required for correct exposure in , , , andmodes, the built-in Speedlight will pop up automatically when the shutter-release is pressed halfway ( 94). When the built-in Speedlight is raised, photographs can only be taken when the flash-ready indicator is displayed. If the flash-ready indicator is not displayed, remove your finger briefly from the shutter- release button and try again.

If desired, the flash can be turned off so that it will not		Flash-ready indicator
fire even when lighting is poor. A red-eye reduction
mode is also available for reducing “red-eye” caused by
light reflecting from the subject’s retinas (	95).

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 gently downward until the latch clicks into place.

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