Using the Flash in External Flash Mode
When the camera’s Scene mode is set to Ext Flash, the camera’s flash is set to Forced Flash and will always fire. When the camera’s flash fires, it will automatically fire the optional External Flash accessory. Refer to the SeaLife Flash instruction manual for detailed operating instructions about the optional external flash accessory. See page 35 of this manual for more information about selecting the Ext Flash Scene mode.
In order to achieve proper image exposure, it may be necessary to select from one of the following three flash modes:
[Blank] - This is the default setting ideal
for proper exposure
from 1 yd (1m) to 2 yd (2m).
[ | ]- Macro Flash | This flash setting is ideal for shooting distances |
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| inside of 1 yd. (1m) |
[ | ] - Far Flash | Select this flash mode for best exposure beyond |
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| 2 yds (2m) shooting distance. |
The above shooting distance may vary depending on water visibility and the reflectivity of the subject. Experiment with different flash modes and adjust accodingly.
Press the 
flash button and select the appropriate flash mode To further brighten or darken the images, adjust the exposure compensation. See page 34.
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