Using an External Flash (Sold Separately)
Using P-TTL Auto Mode
Use this fl ash mode with the SEF-36PZF or SEF-54PZF fl ash unit. When
fl ash mode is set to [P-TTL auto], the fl ash pre-fi res right before taking pictures
using 16-segment metering and allows more precise control. P-TTL auto mode
is available with SEF-54PZF and SEF-36PZF models while using a wireless
connection.
1. Remove the cover of the hot shoe and attach the external fl ash
(SEF-36PZF or SEF-54PZF).
2. Turn on the external fl ash.
3. Using the external fl ash, P-TTL mode is automatically set to use.
4. Confi rm that the external fl ash is fully charged and then take the picture.
● P-TTL auto is only available with the SEF-36PZF or SEF-54PZF fl ash
unit.
● The will light in the viewfi nder when the fl ash is ready (fully charged).
● For details such as operation method and effective distance, please read
the external fl ash manual.
● The fl ash does not discharge when the subject is bright enough when
Flash Mode is [Auto ( )] or [Auto+Red-eye (
suitable for daylight-sync shooting.
● Never press the fl ash pop up button( ) when any external fl ash unit is
attached to the camera. The built-in fl ash will hit the external fl ash.
● See the SEF-36PZF or SEF-54PZF operating manual for details.
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Using High-Speed Flash Sync Mode
With the SEF-36PZF or SEF-54PZF, you can discharge the fl ash to take a
picture at a shutter speed faster than 1/180 second. More than two external
fl ashes are required for a wireless connection.
■ Attaching and Using the SEF-36PZF or SEF-54PZF on the Camera
1. Remove the hot shoe cover and attach the external fl ash (SEF-36PZF or
2. Rotate the Mode dial (
3. Turn on the Camera and external fl ash.
4. Set the external fl ash sync mode to HS
5. Confi rm that the external fl ash is fully charged and then take the picture.
)]. Therefore, it may not
SEF-54PZF).
) to select Tv or M.
● The will light in the viewfi nder when the fl ash is ready (fully charged).
● High-speed fl ash sync is only available when the shutter speed is faster
than 1/180sec.
● High-speed fl ash sync is not available when the exposure mode is set to
B (Bulb).
● See the SEF-36PZF or SEF-54PZF operating manual for details.
(high-speed fl ash sync.).