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Shooting Features

Available Flash Modes

CThe Flash Mode Setting
•The setting varies with the shooting mode. See “Available Features” (A56) and “Default Settings”
(A65) for more information.
•Some settings cannot be used with other functions (A70).
•The flash mode setting applied in A (auto) mode is saved in the c amera’s memory eve n after the
camera is turned off.
UAuto
The flash fires automatically when lighting is dim.
VAuto with red-eye reduction
Reduce red-eye in portraits caused by the flash (A59).
WOff
The flash will not fire.
We recommend using a tripod to stabilize the camera when shooting in dark
surroundings.
XFill flash
The flash fires whenever an image is taken. Use to “fill-in” (illuminate) shadows and backlit
subjects.
YSlow sync
Auto flash mode is combined with slow shutter speed.
Suited to evening and night portraits that include background scenery.
The flash illuminates main subject; slow shutter speeds are used to capture background
at night or under dim lighting.