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Shooting functions – Various shooting functions
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Red-eye reduction flash
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In the red-eye reduction flash mode, a series of
pre-flashes are emitted just before the regular
flash fires. This helps accustom the subject’s
eyes to the bright light and minimizes the red-
eye phenomenon.
Slow synchronization (1st curtain)
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SLOW
The slow synchronization flash is designed for slow
shutter speeds. Normally, when shooting with a
flash, shutter speeds cannot go below a certain level
to prevent camera movement. But when shooting a
subject against a night scene, fast shutter speeds
can make the background too dark. Slow
synchronization allows you to capture both the background and the subject. Since the shutter
speed is slow, be sure to stabilize the camera by using a tripod so as not to cause the picture to
be blurred.
1st curtain
Usually, the flash fires right after the shutter fully opens. This is called 1st curtain. Unless you
change it, this is how the flash always fires.
Slow synchronization (2nd curtain)
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SLOW2
2nd curtain flash fires just before the shutter closes. Changing the flash timing can create
interesting effects in your picture, such as expressing the movement of a car by showing the tail-
lights streaming backwards. The slower the shutter speed, the better the effects turn out. The
slowest possible shutter speed depends on the shooting mode.
When the shutter speed is set to 2 sec.
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Notes
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After the pre-flashes, it takes about 1 second before the shutter is released. Hold the
camera firmly to avoid camera movement.
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Effectiveness may be limited if the subject is not looking directly at pre-flashes, or if the
shooting range is too far. Individual physical characteristics may also limit effectiveness.
The subject’s eyes appear red
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seconds
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2
seconds
2nd curtain
1st curtain
2nd curtain flash fires
1st curtain flash fires
Shutter closes
Shutter fully opens
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