Using the Slow-Speed Sync

You can use slow-speed sync when shooting portraits with the sunset in the background. Both the portrait and the background are captured beautifully.

Slow-speed sync slows the shutter speed. Use the Shake Reduction function or turn off the Shake Reduction function and use a tripod to avoid camera shake. The picture will also blur if the subject moves.

Slow-speed sync shooting can also be performed with an external flash.

Using e/K/c mode

1Set the mode dial to e, K or c.

2Press the Kbutton.

3Press the {button and press the four-way controller (3).

4Select G or Hand press the 4button.

The shutter speed is set slower to give the appropriate exposure for the background.

5Take the picture.

Using b/L/amode

1Set the mode dial to b, Lor a.

2Press the {button and press the four-way controller (3).

3Select E or Fand press the 4button.

4Set the shutter speed (b) or shutter speed and aperture (L/a). Set so that proper exposure is obtained in 1/180 sec. or slower.

5Press the Kbutton.

6Take the picture.

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Pentax K20D manual 139, Using the Slow-Speed Sync, Using e/K/c mode, Using b/L/amode