When the selector dial is rotated counterclockwise, the indicated denominator increases (flash output level decreases). When the selector dial is rotated clockwise, the indicated denominator decreases (flash output level increases).

The flash output level changes in ±1/3 EV steps except between 1/1 and 1/2. 1/32 -0.3 and 1/64 +0.7 represent the same flash output level.

In default setting, the flash compensation step between 1/1 and 1/2 is ±1 EV step. This step can be changed to ±1/3 EV steps using a custom setting (0B-21). With some cameras, and when using faster shutter speeds with a flash output level higher than M1/2, actual flash output may decrease to M1/2 level.

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