Canon PowerShot SX50 HS User Manual page 227

Using an External Flash (Sold Separately)
More sophisticated flash photography is possible with an optional Speedlite
EX series flash. For movie shooting using an LED light, the optional
Speedlite 320EX flash is available.
• This camera does not support some Speedlite EX series functions.
• Wireless operation of the Speedlite 600EX-RT is not supported.
• Non-EX series Canon flash units may not fire correctly or may not
fire at all, in some cases.
• Use of non-Canon flash units (especially high-voltage flash units)
or flash accessories may prevent normal camera operation and
may damage the camera.
• Also refer to the Speedlite EX series manual for additional information.
Speedlite EX Series
These optional flash units can provide bright lighting and meet a variety of
flash photography needs.
Still Images
Still Images
1
Attach the flash unit to the hot
shoe.
2
Turn the flash on, and then turn
the camera on.
X X A red [h] icon is now displayed.
X X The flash pilot lamp will light up when the
flash is ready.
Using Optional Accessories
Movies
Movies
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