Using The Built-In Flash - Nikon D3000 Reference Manual

Using the Built-in Flash

The camera supports a variety of flash modes for photographing poorly lit or backlit
subjects.
Using the Built-in Flash: i, k, p, n, and o Modes
1
Choose a flash mode (0 59).
2
Take pictures.
The flash will pop up as required when the
shutter-release button is pressed halfway, and
fire when a photograph is taken.
Using the Built-in Flash: P, S, A, and M Modes
z
1
Raise the flash.
Press the M button to raise the flash.
2
Choose a flash mode (0 59).
3
Take pictures.
The flash will fire whenever a picture is taken.
Lowering the Built-in Flash
To save power when the flash is not in use, press it
gently downward until the latch clicks into place.
58
M button