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4-function button
Flash mode indicator
FLASH MODE Indicator Definition
Auto &
Red eye reduction
Auto flash 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 will operate in conjunction with a slow shutter
speed in order to obtain the correct exposure. We
recommend using a tripod for this function. When you take
an image in a condition with poor light, the camera shake
warning indicator ( ) will display on the LCD monitor.
The flash fires regardless of available light.
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.
Slow synchro
Fill in flash
Flash off
Using the flash frequently will reduce the life of the batteries. Under normal operating
conditions the charging time for the flash is normally within 8seconds.
If the batteries are weak, the charging time will be longer.
Take photographs within the flash range.
The flash range
The flash ranges are listed below
The image quality is not guaranteed if the subject is too close or highly reflective.
The LCD monitor is turned off for a while after using the flash to recharge it.
NOTICE
Mode ISO Flash range
STILL IMAGE mode AUTO 0.8 ~ 3m