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Using the Flash (Intelligent
Flash)
When the flash is used, the camera's Intelligent Flash system instantly analyzes the scene based on
such factors as the brightness of the subject, its position in the frame, and its distance from the
camera. Flash output and sensitivity are adjusted to ensure that the main subject is correctly exposed
while preserving the effects of ambient background lighting, even in dimly-lit indoor scenes. Use the
flash when lighting is poor, for example when shooting at night or indoors under low light.
To choose a flash mode, press the selector right (_,). In modes other than
AUTO, the current mode is indicated by an icon in the monitor.
Choose
from the following
options (some options are not available in all shooting
modes):
Mode
Description
AUTO (no icon) The flash fires when required. Recommended in most situations.
Tile flash fires whenever a picture istaken. Usefor backlit subjects or for natural coloration
_, (fill flash)
when shooting in bright light.
(suppressed Tile flash does not fire even when tile subject is poorly lit. _eo will appear in tile monitor at
flash)
slow shutter speeds to warn that pictures may be blurred. Useof a tripod is recommended.
Capture both tile main subject and the background when shooting at night (note that
S_,(slow sync) brightly lit scenesmay be overexposed). If _-* is selected for []
SHOOTING MODE, shutter
speed may be slow. Usea tripod.
[_ Caution
The flash may fire several times with each shot. Do not move the camera until shooting is complete.
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