Flash; Changing The Flash Mode; Auto; Slow Synchro - Canon PowerShot SX420 IS User Manual

Flash

Changing the Flash Mode

You can change the flash mode to match the shooting scene. For details
on the flash range, see "Camera" ( = 141).
1
Lift the flash.
2
Configure the setting.
● Press the [ ] button, press the [ ][ ]
buttons to choose a flash mode, and then
press the [ ] button.
● The option you configured is now
displayed.
● The setting screen cannot be accessed by pressing the [ ]
button when the flash is lowered. Lift the flash with your finger in
advance.

Auto

Fires automatically in low-light conditions.
On
Fires for each shot.

Slow Synchro

Fires to illuminate the main subject (such as people) while shooting at a
slower shutter speed to illuminate backgrounds out of flash range.
Still Images Movies
For shooting without the flash.
● In [ ] mode, mount the camera on a tripod or take other
measures to keep it still and prevent camera shake. Additionally,
you should set [IS Mode] to [Off] when using a tripod or other
means to secure the camera ( = 59).
● In [ ] mode, even after the flash fires, ensure that the main
subject does not move until the shutter sound is finished playing.

Off

● A blinking [ ] icon may be displayed when you press the shutter
button halfway in camera-shake inducing, low-light conditions. In
this case, mount the camera on a tripod or take other measures
to keep it still.
Before Use
Basic Guide
Advanced Guide
1
Camera Basics
2
Auto Mode
3
Other Shooting Modes
4
P Mode
5
Playback Mode
6
Wi-Fi Functions
7
Setting Menu
8
Accessories
9
Appendix
Index
58