Using the Flash
BThe W(Off) Indicator
Note 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 Flash
When using the flash at a
CThe Flash Lamp
The flash lamp indicates flash status when the shutter- | Flash lamp | |
release button is pressed halfway. | ||
• | On: Flash will fire when picture is taken. |
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• | Blinks: Flash charging. Wait a few seconds and try |
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• | Off: Flash will not fire when picture is taken. |
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If the battery level is low, monitor turns off and the flash lamp blinks until the flash is completely charged.
CThe Flash Mode Setting
In any flash mode selected in the shooting mode other than A(auto) mode, switching to another shooting mode or turning the camera off restores the default flash setting for each shooting mode. The default setting is U(auto). (except for some scene modes)
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The COOLPIX L18/COOLPIX L16 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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