Using The Built-In Flash - Pentax K20D Quick Manual

Using the Built-in Flash

If you wish to discharge the flash in a dark or backlit location, press the
K button to pop up the flash.
For further information on how to use the flash, refer to the Operating Manual
(p.135 - 151).
1
Press the K button.
The built-in flash pops up and begins
charging. When the flash is fully
charged, E appears in the LCD panel
and viewfinder.
2
Press the shutter release button halfway.
The focus indicator ] appears in the viewfinder when the camera is in focus.
3
Press the shutter release button fully.
The picture is taken.
• When the mode dial is at B, the flash is not discharged when the lighting
conditions do not require flash for correct exposure even if the flash is popped
up.
• The Flash On mode is used when the flash is popped up if the mode dial is
at a setting other than B.
4
Push down on the portion
indicated in the illustration to
retract the flash.
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