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Using a fl ash ( Flash photography)
The fl ash can be used for fl ash photography in a variety of shooting conditions.
1
Press the fl ash pop-up button to raise the fl ash.
Flash pop-up button
2
Press the # (I) button.
3
Select an item using the control dial and press the Q button.
• The options available and the order in which they are displayed vary depending on
the shooting mode. g “Flash modes that can be set by shooting mode” (P. 72)
#
Fill In
The fl ash fi res.
0
Redeye
The fl ash fi res so that the red-eye phenomenon is
reduced.
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Flash Off
The fl ash does not fi re.
1
Red-Eye Slow
Slow synchronization
(1st curtain/Red-eye
reduction fl ash)
The slow synchronization is combined with the red-eye
reduction fl ash.
2
Slow
Slow synchronization
(1st curtain)
The fl ash fi res with slow shutter speeds to brighten
dimly-lit backgrounds.
M
Slow2
Slow synchronization
(2nd curtain)
The fl ash fi res immediately before the
shutter closes to create trails of light
behind moving light sources.
3
,
4
etc.
Manual Value
For users who prefer manual operation. Press the
INFO button and use FG to adjust fl ash output.
• In [0 (Redeye)], after the pre-fl ashes, it takes about 1 second before the shutter is
released. Do not move the camera until shooting is complete.
• [0 (Redeye)] may not work effectively under some shooting conditions.
• When the fl ash fi res, the shutter speed is set to 1/250 seconds or slower. When shooting a
subject against a bright background with the fl ash, the background may be overexposed.
Optional Flash Units
When using optional fl ash units, be sure the built-in fl ash has been securely restored to its
housing.
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