Synchronization Time Period - Leica Q Instructions Manual

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Automatic flash activation with slower shutter speeds -
For simultaneous and more appropriate, i.e. brighter, reproduction
of dark backgrounds and fill-in flash for the foreground. To
minimize the risk of blurring, the shutter speed is not extended
beyond ⁄ s in the other modes with flash activation. For pictures
1
30
where the flash is used, this means that objects in the background,
which the flash cannot reach, are often badly underexposed.
To take adequate account of the available ambient light, the longer
exposure times required in such situations (up to 30s) are allowed
here.
Notes:
• Depending on the
camera may not support slower shutter speeds, as in such cases
the increase in ISO sensitivity takes precedence.
• The maximum shutter speed can be specified using
Max exposure time
196
it is possible that the
Auto ISO Settings
.

SYNCHRONIZATION TIME PERIOD

Flash photographs are illuminated by two light sources, the
available ambient light and the light from the flash. The time at
which the flash is fired normally determines where the parts of the
subject illuminated exclusively or predominantly by the flash are
shown in the image field.
The conventional flash firing point at the beginning of the exposure
can lead to apparent contradictions, e.g. a vehicle being "overta-
ken" by the light trail from its own tail lights.
The Leica Q allows you to choose between this conventional flash
firing point and the end of the exposure:
In the example cited, the light trail from the tail lights then follows
the vehicle as expected. This flash technique gives a more natural
impression of movement and dynamics.
Setting the function
1. Select in the menu,
Flash Settings
2. then in the sub-menu, and
Flash Sync
3. select the desired setting in the corresponding sub-menu
Note:
When using the flash with faster shutter speeds, in terms of the
image there is no difference, or only a difference for rapid
movements, between the two flash firing points.