Slow-Sync Flash Mode/Red-Eye Reduction Control - Nikon autofocus speedlight SB-80DX User Manual

Slow-sync flash mode/Red-eye reduction control

lSlow-sync flash
m The flash is controlled at a slow shutter speed to obtain the correct exposure
for both the main subject and background in low-light situations or at night.
m Available with cameras providing slow-sync. You cannot set the slow-sync
function on the SB-80DX directly. Set it on the camera. For more information,
refer to your camera's instruction manual.
nSince slow shutter speeds are usually used, use a tripod to prevent camera shake.
lRed-eye reduction
m To prevent the center of your subject's eyes from appearing red in color
pictures, the SB-80DX's red-eye reduction lamp lights up for approx. 1 sec.
before the picture is taken.
m Available with cameras having red-eye reduction control. You cannot set red-
eye reduction on the SB-80DX directly. Set it on the camera. For more
information, refer to your camera's instruction manual.
nAfter setting your camera to red-eye reduction, make sure that "N" appears on the
SB-80DX's LCD panel.
lRed-eye reduction with slow-sync flash mode
m In this mode, red-eye reduction is combined with slow sync.
m Available with cameras having red-eye reduction with slow-sync. You cannot
set this mode on the SB-80DX directly. Set it on the camera. For more
information, refer to your camera's instruction manual.
nAfter setting your camera to red-eye reduction with slow sync, make sure that "N"
appears on the SB-80DX's LCD panel.
nSince slow shutter speeds are usually used, use a tripod to prevent camera shake.
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