Flash On Using The Flash - Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W300 Handbook

Basic techniques for better images
Flash
On using the flash
The eyes of the subject may come out red, or fuzzy white circular spots may appear when
using the flash. These phenomena can be reduced by taking the following steps.
The "Red-eye phenomenon"
Pupils become dilated in dark environments. Flash light is reflected off the blood vessels at the
back of the eye (retina), causing the "red-eye" phenomenon.
Camera
How can the "Red-eye phenomenon" be reduced?
• Set [Red Eye Reduction] to [On] (page 63).
• Select (High Sensitivity) mode* or
(The flash is turned off automatically.)
• When the eyes of the subject turn out red, correct the image with [Retouch] on the viewing menu
(page 72) or with the supplied software "Picture Motion Browser".
The "White circular spots"
This is caused by particles (dust, pollen, etc.) floating close to the lens. When they are
accentuated by the camera's flash, they appear as white circular spots.
Camera
Particles (dust,
pollen, etc.) in
How can the "White circular spots" be reduced?
• Light the room and shoot the subject without a flash.
• Select (High Sensitivity) mode* or
is turned off automatically.)
* Even though you selected
Selection, the shutter speed might be slower under low-light conditions, or in a dark place. In that case,
use a tripod or hold your arms firmly at your side after pressing the shutter button.
Eye
Retina
Subject
the air
(Extra High Sensitivity) mode* in Scene Selection. (The flash
(High Sensitivity) mode or
(Extra High Sensitivity) mode* in Scene Selection (page 29).
(Extra High Sensitivity) mode in Scene
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