Using The Built-In Flash - Nikon D40 Guide User Manual

The camera supports a variety of flash modes for photographing poorly lit or backlit sub
jects. The flash modes available depend on the mode selected with the mode dial; note
that the flash can not be used in _, _, or [] mode. The default flash setting for Digital Vari
Program modes is automatically restored when the mode dial is rotated to a new setting or
the camera is turned off.
Using the Built-in Flesh: A_o_, ._, _ end _ Modes
1
Rotate the mode dial to *uT°_, _:__, "_',_' _Ta, == or_.
2 Choose a flash mode.
,3 Take pictures. Unless @ (off) is selected, the flash will pop up
as required when the shutter release button is pressed halfway
and fire when a photograph is taken.
Using the Built-in Flesh: R S,,4, end M Modes
1
Rotate the mode dial to P, S ,A, or M.
2 Pressthe O button to raise the flash.
3 Choose a flash mode.
4
Choosea metering method and adjust exposure.
Take pictures. The flash will fire whenever a picture istaken. To prevent the flash from
firing, lower the flash.
Lowering the Built-in Flash
To save power when the flash is not in use, press it gently downward until the latch clicks
into place.
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