Changing The Flash Mode - Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark III Camera User Manual

Flash

Changing the Flash Mode

You can change the flash mode to match the shooting scene. For details
on the flash range, see "Flash" ( = 223).
1
Lift the flash.
2
Configure the setting.
Press the [ ] button, choose a flash
z
mode (either press the [ ][ ] buttons or
turn the [ ] dial), and then press the [
button.
The option you configured is now
z
displayed.
● The setting screen cannot be accessed by pressing the [ ] button
when the flash is lowered. Lift the flash in advance.
● If the flash fires, vignetting may occur.
Auto
Fires automatically in low-light conditions.
On
Fires for each shot.
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.
Still Images Movies
Off
For shooting without the flash.
]
● 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 ( = 53).
● In [ ] mode, even after the flash fires, ensure that the main
subject does not move until the shutter sound is finished playing.
● 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.
● You can also configure this setting by pressing the [ ] button,
touching the desired option, and then touching it again.
Before Use
Basic Guide
Advanced Guide
Camera Basics
Auto Mode /
Hybrid Auto Mode
Other Shooting Modes
P Mode
Tv, Av, M, and C Mode
Playback Mode
Wireless Features
Setting Menu
Accessories
Appendix
Index
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