Pentax L Operating Manual page 150

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Using Slow-Speed-Sync
You can use slow-speed-sync when shooting portraits with the sunset in
the background. Both the portrait and the background are captured
beautifully.
• Slow-speed-sync slows the shutter speed. Use a tripod to avoid camera
shake. The picture will also blur if the subject moves.
• Slow-speed-sync shooting can also be performed with an external flash.
Using b (Shutter Priority) Mode
1 Set the mode dial to b.
b (Shutter Priority) mode is set.
2 Use the e-dial to set the desired shutter speed.
The background is not properly corrected if aperture value is flashing
when shutter speed is set. Set the shutter speed so that aperture does
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not flash.
3 Press the K button.
The flash pops up.
4 Take the picture.
Using a (Manual) Mode
1 Set the mode dial to a.
a (Manual) mode is set.
2 Set the shutter speed (under 1/180 sec.) and aperture value to obtain
correct exposure.
3 Press the K button.
The flash pops up.
In a (Manual) mode, pop up the flash at any time.
4 Take the picture.