Using the Flash
BThe W(Off) IndicatorNote the following when lighting is poor and the flash is off (W):
•Place the camera on a flat, level surface or use a tripod (recommended).
•The Esymbol is displayed when the camera automatically increases sensitivity. Pictures taken when Eis displayed may be slightly mottled.
BNote on Using the FlashWhen using the flash at a
The flash lamp indicates flash status when the shutter- release button is pressed halfway.
• On: Flash will fire when picture is taken.
• Blinks: Flash charging. Wait a few seconds and try again.
• Off: Flash will not fire when picture is taken. After the picture is taken with flash, the monitor turns off and the flash lamp blinks until the flash is
completely charged. You can set the monitor not to turn off automatically while the flash is charged (A91).
CThe Flash Mode SettingThe default setting is U(auto). (except for the
In any flash mode other than A(auto) mode, switching to another shooting mode or turning the camera off restores the default flash setting for all modes.
CThe COOLPIX L14 is equipped with an advanced
•Not recommended for when
•It takes a longer time than usual to start the next shooting.
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•In some rare cases, other portions of pictures may be affected.
Use flash modes other than auto with
Mode Auto Easy Playback: and Photography Basic
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