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Using the Flash (Intelligent Flash)
When the fl ash is used, the camera’s
Intelligent Flash
system instantly analyzes the scene based on
such factors as the brightness of the subject, its position in the frame, and its distance from the
camera. Flash output and sensitivity are adjusted to ensure that the main subject is correctly exposed
while preserving the eff ects of ambient background lighting, even in dimly-lit indoor scenes. Use the
fl ash when lighting is poor, for example when shooting at night or indoors under low light.
To choose a fl ash mode, press the selector right (
K
). The fl ash mode
changes each time the selector is pressed; in modes other than AUTO,
the current mode is indicated by an icon in the monitor. Choose from
the following options (some options are not available in all shooting modes; see the restrictions in
another supplied document):
Mode
Mode
Description
Description
AUTO
(no icon) The fl ash fi res when required. Recommended in most situations.
K
(fi ll fl ash)
The fl ash fi res whenever a picture is taken. Use for backlit subjects or for natural coloration
when shooting in bright light.
W
(suppressed
fl ash)
The fl ash does not fi re even when the subject is poorly lit.
0
will appear in the monitor at
slow shutter speeds to warn that pictures may be blurred. Use of a tripod is recommended.
T
(slow sync)
Capture both the main subject and the background when shooting at night (note that
brightly lit scenes may be overexposed). If
U
is selected for
a
SHOOTING MODE
, shutter
speed may be slow. Use a tripod.
Caution
The fl ash may fi re several times with each shot. Do not move the camera until shooting is complete.
