Slow Synchro; Off; Adjusting The Flash Exposure Compensation - Canon Power Shot SX710 HS User Manual

Slow Synchro

Fires to illuminate the main subject (such as people) while shooting at a
slower shutter speed to illuminate backgrounds out of flash range.
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In [ ] mode, mount the camera on a tripod or take other
measures to keep it still and prevent camera shake. Additionally,
you should set [IS Mode] to [Off] when using a tripod or other
means to secure the camera ( = 79).
● ] mode, even after the flash fires, ensure that the main
In [
subject does not move until the shutter sound is finished playing.

Off

For shooting without the flash.
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If a blinking [ ] icon is displayed when you press the shutter
button halfway in camera-shake inducing, low-light conditions,
mount the camera on a tripod or take other measures to keep it
still.

Adjusting the Flash Exposure Compensation

Just as with regular exposure compensation ( = 68), you can adjust the
flash exposure from –2 to +2 stops, in 1/3-stop increments.
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Press the [ ] button, choose [ ] in the
menu, and adjust the setting by either
pressing the [ ][ ] buttons or turning
the [ ] dial ( = 27).
● The correction level you specified is now
displayed.
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When there is a risk of overexposure, the camera automatically
adjusts the shutter speed or aperture value for flash shots to
reduce washed-out highlights and shoot at optimal exposure.
However, you can deactivate automatic adjustment of the shutter
speed and aperture value by accessing MENU ( = 28) and
] tab ► [Flash Settings] ► [Safety FE] ► [Off].
choosing [
● You can also configure the flash exposure compensation by
accessing MENU ( = 28) and choosing [
Settings] ► [Flash Exp. Comp].
You can also access the [Flash Settings] screen ( = 28)
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when the flash is up by pressing the [ ] button and immediately
pressing the [ ] button.
Before Use
Basic Guide
Still Images Movies
Advanced Guide
Camera Basics
Auto Mode /
Hybrid Auto Mode
Other Shooting Modes
P Mode
Tv, Av, and M Mode
Playback Mode
Wi-Fi Functions
Setting Menu
] tab ► [Flash
Accessories
Appendix
Index
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