Adjusting The Flash Exposure Compensation - Canon POWERSHOT SX500 IS User Manual

Flash
;;: Shoot.
Even after the flash fires, ensure that
the main subject does not move until the
shutter sound is finished playing.
(_) 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 hold the
camera still (_(_I14).
The setting screen cannot be accessed by pressing the <_>
button when the flash is lowered. Lift the flash with your finger in
advance.
Just as with regular exposure compensation (_93), you can adjust the
flash exposure from -2 to +2 stops, in 1/3-stop increments.
Press the <@> button, choose l_] in
the menu, and adjust the setting by either
pressing the <4><lb buttons or turning
the <_:_i_:_> d ial (_[_46).
Once the setting is complete, [_] is
displayed,
When there is a risk of overexposure, the camera automatically adjusts the
shutter speed or aperture value during the 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> (_-_47) and setting [Safety FE] in [Flash Settings] on the [0]
tab to [Off].
You can also configure the flash exposure compensation by accessing
<MENU> (:_47) and choosing [Flash Exp. Comp] in [Flash Settings] on
the [O] tab.
You can also access the [Flash Settings] <MENU> screen when the flash
is up by pressing the <_.> button and immediately pressing the <MENU>
button.
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