Adjusting The Flash Exposure Compensation; Shooting With Fe Lock - Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark III Camera User Manual

Adjusting the Flash Exposure Compensation

Just as with regular exposure compensation ( = 78), you can adjust the
flash exposure from –2 to +2 stops, in 1/3-stop increments.
Raise the flash, press the [ ] button and
z
immediately turn the [
the compensation level, and then press
the [ ] button.
The correction level you specified is now
z
displayed.
● 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 ( = 31) and
choosing [ 5] tab > [Flash Control] > [Safety FE] > [Off].
● You can also configure the flash exposure compensation by
accessing MENU ( = 31) and choosing [
Control] > [Flash Exp. Comp].
You can also access the [Built-in Flash Settings] screen ( = 31)
●
as follows (except when an optional external flash is mounted).
- Press and hold the [ ] button for at least one second.
- When the flash is up, press the [ ] button and immediately
press the [ ] button.

Shooting with FE Lock

Still Images Movies
Just as with the AE lock ( = 78), you can lock the exposure for flash
shots.
] dial to choose
5] tab > [Flash
Still Images
1
Raise the flash and set it to [ ]
(= 96).
2
Lock the flash exposure.
Aim the camera at the subject to shoot
z
with the exposure locked, and then press
the [ ] button.
The flash fires, and when
z
[ ] is displayed, the flash output level is
retained.
To unlock FE, press the [
z
[ ] is no longer displayed.
3
Compose the shot and shoot.
● FE: Flash Exposure
Before Use
Movies
Basic Guide
Advanced Guide
Camera Basics
Auto Mode /
Hybrid Auto Mode
Other Shooting Modes
P Mode
Tv, Av, M, and C Mode
] button again.
Playback Mode
Wireless Features
Setting Menu
Accessories
Appendix
Index
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