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Using the Flash
You can use the built-in flash for recording still images in dark places. The flash is
equipped with the red-eye reduction function.
1. Set the camcorder to record still images (
) and select a
recording program other than
Fireworks (SCN).
2. Press the (flash) button.
• Repeatedly pressing the button will cycle between the flash modes.
• The symbol “
” disappears after 4 seconds.
3. Press the PHOTO button, first halfway to activate the autofocus and
then fully to record the still image.
The practical range of the flash is approx. 1 to 2 m (3.3 to 6.6 ft.). The range
depends upon the recording conditions.
The range of the flash decreases in continuous shooting mode.
For the red-eye reduction to be effective, the subject needs to look at the assist
lamp. The degree of reduction depends on the distance and on each individual.
The red-eye reduction mode cannot be used in Stitch Assist mode.
The flash will not fire in the following cases:
- When you manually adjust the exposure in (auto) or
(red-eye
reduction) mode.
- During auto exposure bracketing.
The flash mode cannot be selected when the exposure is locked, or after the
first still image in Stitch Assist mode.
We recommend not using the flash when the optional Wide-converter or Tele-
converter is attached. Their shadows appear on the screen.
(auto)
The flash fires automatically according to the brightness
of the subject.
(red-eye reduction, auto)
The flash fires automatically according to the brightness
of the subject. The assist lamp lights up to reduce the
red-eye effect.
(flash on)
The flash always fires.
(flash off)
The flash does not fire.
PHOTO button
Flash
(flash) button
Assist lamp
