Panasonic DMC-FX9GN 60 to 1/2000, Do not stare at the photo flash from close proximity

Recording pictures (basic)

∫Shutter speed for each flash setting

Flash setting	Shutter speed (Sec)
: AUTO	1/60 to 1/2000
: AUTO/Red-eye reduction	1/60 to 1/2000
: Forced ON	1/60 to 1/2000
: Forced ON/Red-eye reduction
: Slow sync./Red-eye reduction	1/8¢ to 1/2000
: Forced OFF	1/8¢ to 1/2000

¢The shutter speed changes depending on the slow shutter setting. (P74)

•There may be differences in the above shutter speeds in scene mode.

–[NIGHT SCENERY] mode: 8 to 1/2000th

–[BABY] mode (when using the flash): 1/30th to 1/2000th

–[STARRY SKY] mode: 15 seconds, 30 seconds, 60 seconds

•Do not stare at the photo flash from close proximity.

•If you bring the flash too close to the subjects, they may be distorted or discoloured by its heat and lighting.

•Do not cover the photo flash with your fingers or any other items.

•While the flash is being charged in economy mode, the LCD monitor is turned off.

•The flash icon turns red when activating the flash and pressing the shutter button halfway.

•When you take a picture beyond the flash control range, the exposure may not be adjusted properly and the picture may become bright or dark.

•When you repeat taking a picture, recording may be disabled even if the flash is activated. Take a picture after the access indication disappears.

•When the jitter alert appears, we recommend using the flash.

•When you set to burst mode or auto bracket, only 1 picture is recorded for every flash activated.

•When the flash is being charged, the flash icon blinks red, and you cannot take a picture even when you press the shutter button fully.

•When taking a picture with the flash, the white balance will be automatically adjusted [except for [ ] (Daylight)], but the white balance may not be properly adjusted if the flash level is insufficient.

•When the shutter speed is fast, the flash effect may not be sufficient.

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