Using an External Flash (Sold Separately)

Using P-TTL Auto Mode

Use this flash mode with the SEF-36PZF or SEF-54PZF flash unit. When

flash mode is set to [P-TTL auto], the flash pre-fires right before taking pictures using 16-segment metering and allows more precise control. P-TTL auto mode is available with SEF-54PZF and SEF-36PZF models while using a wireless connection.

1.Remove the cover of the hot shoe and attach the external flash (SEF-36PZF or SEF-54PZF).

2.Turn on the external flash.

3.Using the external flash, P-TTL mode is automatically set to use.

4.Confirm that the external flash is fully charged and then take the picture.

P-TTL auto is only available with the SEF-36PZF or SEF-54PZF flash

unit.

● The will light in the viewfinder when the flash is ready (fully charged).

For details such as operation method and effective distance, please read the external flash manual.

The flash does not discharge when the subject is bright enough when Flash Mode is [Auto ()] or [Auto+Red-eye ()]. Therefore, it may not suitable for daylight-sync shooting.

Never press the flash pop up button()when any external flash unit is attached to the camera. The built-in flash will hit the external flash.

See the SEF-36PZF or SEF-54PZF operating manual for details.

Using High-Speed Flash Sync Mode

With the SEF-36PZF or SEF-54PZF, you can discharge the flash to take a picture at a shutter speed faster than 1/180 second. More than two external flashes are required for a wireless connection.

Attaching and Using the SEF-36PZF or SEF-54PZF on the Camera

1.Remove the hot shoe cover and attach the external flash (SEF-36PZF or SEF-54PZF).

2.Rotate the Mode dial ( ) to select Tv or M.

3.Turn on the Camera and external flash.

4.Set the external flash sync mode to HS (high-speed flash sync.).

5.Confirm that the external flash is fully charged and then take the picture.

● The will light in the viewfinder when the flash is ready (fully charged).

High-speed flash sync is only available when the shutter speed is faster than 1/180sec.

High-speed flash sync is not available when the exposure mode is set to B (Bulb).

See the SEF-36PZF or SEF-54PZF operating manual for details.

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GX-20 specifications

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