Slow Synchro - Canon PowerShot G5X User Manual

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.
● 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 ( = 54).
● In [ ] mode, even after the flash fires, ensure that the main
subject does not move until the shutter sound is finished playing.
Off
For shooting without the flash.
● If a blinking [ ] icon is displayed when you press the shutter
button halfway in camera-shake inducing, low-light conditions,
mount the camera on a tripod or take other measures to keep it
still.
● You can also configure this setting by pressing the [ ] button,
touching the desired option, and then touching it again.
Adjusting the Flash Exposure Compensation
Just as with regular exposure compensation ( = 78), you can adjust the
flash exposure from –2 to +2 stops, in 1/3-stop increments.
Raise the flash, press the [ ] button and
z
immediately turn the [
the compensation level, and then press
the [ ] button.
The correction level you specified is now
z
displayed.
● When there is a risk of overexposure, the camera automatically
adjusts the shutter speed or aperture value for flash shots to
reduce washed-out highlights and shoot at optimal exposure.
However, you can deactivate automatic adjustment of the shutter
speed and aperture value by accessing MENU ( = 31) and
choosing [ 5] tab ► [Flash Control] ► [Safety FE] ► [Off].
● You can also configure the flash exposure compensation by
accessing MENU ( = 31) and choosing [
Control] ► [Flash Exp. Comp].
● You can also access the [Built-in Flash Settings] screen ( = 31)
as follows (except when an optional external flash is mounted).
- Press and hold the [ ] button for at least one second.
- When the flash is up, press the [ ] button and immediately
press the [ ] button.
Before Use
Still Images Movies
Basic Guide
Advanced Guide
] dial to choose
Camera Basics
Auto Mode /
Hybrid Auto Mode
Other Shooting Modes
P Mode
Tv, Av, M, and C Mode
Playback Mode
5] tab ► [Flash
Wi-Fi Functions
Setting Menu
Accessories
Appendix
Index
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