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Applications
(Record)
4
Taking pictures with flash
Available types vary depending on the mode in use.
Flash
Do not cover with hand. Do not
look at from close range (few cm).
Do not bring objects close (heat
and light may damage object).
Display ‘FLASH’
Select the desired type
SELECT SET
FORCED FLASH ON
SLOW SYNC./RED-EYE
FORCED OFF
AUTO/RED-EYE
FLASH
AUTO
Displayed for approx. 5 sec.
Can also be selected with ►.
Types
Type, operations Uses
AUTO
Normal use
Automatic ON/OFF
AUTO/RED-EYE reduction
Taking pictures of subjects in
dark places
Automatic ON/OFF
Reduces red-eye
FORCED FLASH ON
Taking pictures with backlight
or under bright lighting (e.g.
fluorescent)
Always on
FORCED FLASH ON/RED-EYE reduction
(For ‘PARTY’ and ‘CANDLE LIGHT’ scene modes only
(P.42))
Always on
Reduces red-eye
SLOW SYNC./RED-EYE reduction
Taking pictures of subjects
against a nightscape (tripod
recommended)
Automatic ON/OFF
Reduces red-eye
Slows shutter speed to take brighter pictures
FORCED OFF
Places where flash use is
prohibited
Always off
Two flashes are emitted when using red-eye reduction. Do not move until the second
flash is over. Effects may vary depending on the person.
Shutter speeds are as follows:
, , , : 1/30-1/2000th
, : 1/8 (changed by SLOW SHUTTER setting (P.56)) -1/2000th
Available types in each mode (◎: default setting)
SCENE MODE
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Cannot be used with MOTION PICTURE mode and scene modes , , , ,
, , or .
Flash settings may be changed when changing recording mode.
Scene mode flash settings are restored to default when scene mode is changed.
Only or may be selected when using backlight compensation (P.28).
Note
If flash is to be emitted, flash type marks (e.g. ) will turn red when shutter button is
pressed halfway.
No pictures may be taken if these marks (e.g. ) are flashing (flash is charging).
Insufficient flash reach may be due to inadequately set exposure or white balance.
Flash effect may not be fully achieved with high shutter speeds.
Flash charging may take time if battery is low, or if using flash repeatedly.
When using ECONOMY (P.20), LCD monitor is shut off while flash is charging.
Focus range according to ISO sensitivity (‘SENSITIVITY’) (P.51) and zoom
(P.27).
AUTO
Max. W: Approx. 0.6-4.2 m (1.97-13.8 feet) Max. T: Approx. 1.0-2.8 m (3.28-9.19 feet)
ISO100
Max. W: Approx. 0.6-1.6 m (1.97-5.25 feet) Max. T: Approx. 1.0-1.1 m (3.28-3.61 feet)
ISO200
Max. W: Approx. 0.6-2.3 m (1.97-7.55 feet) Max. T: Approx. 1.0-1.5 m (3.28-4.92 feet)
ISO400
Max. W: Approx. 0.6-3.3 m (1.97-10.8 feet) Max. T: Approx. 1.0-2.2 m (3.28-7.22 feet)
ISO800
Max. W: Approx. 0.8-4.7 m (2.62-15.4 feet) Max. T: Approx. 1.0-3.1 m (3.28-10.2 feet)
ISO1250
Max. W: Approx. 1.0-4.7 m (3.28-15.4 feet) Max. T: Approx. 1.0-3.1 m (3.28-10.2 feet)
Edges of picture may become slightly dark if using flash at short distances without using
zoom (close to max. W). This may be remedied by using a little zoom.
Maximum ISO sensitivity (‘ISO LIMIT’) (P.51) and focus range when using
Intelligent ISO (P.46).
ISO400
Max. W: Approx. 0.6-3.3 m (1.97-10.8 feet) Max. T: Approx. 1.0-2.2 m (3.28-7.22 feet)
ISO800/ISO1250
Max. W: Approx. 0.6-4.2 m (1.97-13.8 feet) Max. T: Approx. 1.0-2.8 m (3.28-9.19 feet)
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