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Flash ( ) / Left button
Menu tab Flash mode Description
ƃFlash mode indicator
If the subject or background is dark, the camera flash
will operate automatically.
If a subject or background is dark, the camera flash
will work automatically and will reduce the red-eye
effect by using the red-eye reduction function.
The flash fires regardless of available light.
The intensity of the flash will be controlled, according
to the prevailing conditions. The brighter the
background or subject is, the less intense the flash
will be.
The flash will operate in conjunction with a slow
shutter speed in order to obtain the correct exposure.
When you take an image in a condition with poor
light, the camera shake warning indicator
( ) will display on the LCD monitor.
We recommend using a tripod for this function.
The flash does not fire. Select this mode when
capturing images in a place or situation where flash
photography is prohibited. When you capture an
image in a poorly lit condition, the camera shake
warning indicator ( ) will display on the LCD
monitor.
We recommend using a tripod for this function.
Auto flash
Auto &
Red eye
reduction
Fill in flash
Slow synchro
Flash off
ƃIf you press the shutter button after selecting the Auto, Fill-in, Slow sychro
flash, the first flash fires to check the shooting condition (Flash range and
Power ratio of flash).
Do not move until the second flash fires.
ƃUsing the flash frequently will reduce the life of the battery.
ƃUnder normal operating conditions the charging time for the flash is
normally within 6 seconds. If the battery is weak, the charging time will be
longer.
ƃDuring the continuous shot, AEB and movie clip mode, the flash function will
not operate.
ƃTake photographs within the flash range.
ƃThe image quality is not guaranteed if the subject is too close or highly
reflective.
ƃWhen taking an image in a poorly lit condtion with the flash, there may be a
white speck in the captured image. The speck is caused by the reflecting of
the flash light from the floating matters. It is not camera malfuction.
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