4Lock flash level.

After confirming that the flash-ready indicator (M) is displayed, press the

button selected in Step 1. The flash will emit a monitor preflash to determine the appropriate flash level. Flash output will be locked at this level and an FV lock icon (e) will appear in the display.

5Recompose the photograph.6Take the photograph.

Press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down to shoot. If desired, additional pictures can be taken without releasing FV lock.

7Release FV lock.

Press the button selected in Step 1 to release FV lock. Confirm that the FV lock icon (e) is no longer displayed.

AUsing FV Lock with the Built-in Flash

FV lock is only available with the built-in flash when TTL is selected for Custom Setting e3 (Flash cntrl for built-in flash, 0 283). Note that when commander mode is selected for Custom Setting e3, you will need to set the flash control mode for the master or at least one remote group to TTL or AA.

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