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Using the Flash (Super Intelligent Flash)
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When the fl ash is used, the camera’s
Super 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.
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Choose a fl ash mode.
Press the selector right (
N
). The fl ash mode changes each time the
selector is pressed; in modes other than
A
, the current mode is indi-
cated by an icon in the display. Choose from the following options:
Mode
Mode
Description
Description
A
(auto)
The fl ash fi res when required. Recommended in most situations.
K
(auto with
red-eye reduction)
As above, except that camera minimizes “red-eye” caused when light from the fl ash
is refl ected from the subject’s retinas. Available in
C
only.
N
(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.
P
(off )
The fl ash does not fi re even when the subject is poorly lit.
k
will appear in the
monitor at slow shutter speeds to warn that pictures may be blurred. Use of a
tripod is recommended.
O
(slow sync)
Capture both the main subject and the background under low light (note that
brightly lit scenes may be overexposed).
M
(slow sync with
red-eye reduction)
As for slow sync, except that camera minimizes “red-eye.” Available in
C
only.
