j: (flash off) The flash will not operate even under dark conditions. Use this setting when taking a picture in a location where flash photography is prohibited, or when shooting a night landscape scene.

›: (red-eye reduction) When using the flash, the digital camera will operate in a way that reduces the red reflection (“red-eye”) in the subject’s eyes.

4 Press the [SET] button.

œThe selected flash mode is set.

œTo exit the Shooting Settings screen, press the [MODE] button.

5 Press the shutter release button.

œIf the main switch is set to [MONITOR OFF], you can take pictures without using the LCD monitor (see page 40).

HINT

œThe flash mode setting is retained until you change it.

œThe flash does not operate for sequential shot or video clip photography.

HELP

If the shutter button does not work...

œWhile the flash is charging, the standby indicator in the viewfinder flashes. During this time, a picture cannot be taken even if the shutter release button is pressed. Release the shutter release button and wait until the standby indicator lights to take the next picture.

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