Flash Sync Modes For Optional Speedlights - Kodak DCS Pro 14n User Manual

Flash Sync Modes for
Optional Speedlights
April 29, 2004
Red-Eye Reduction
The Red-Eye Reduction lamp lights for approximately one second before
the flash fires to reduce the red-eye effect in photos of people or animals.
Red-Eye Reduction with Slow Sync
Red-Eye Reduction and Slow Sync mode are simultaneously set. Set the
Exposure mode to Programmed Auto or Aperture-Priority Auto.
Front- and Rear-Curtain Sync modes for SB-series 26, 25, and 24
Speedlights are set using the sync mode selector on the optional Speedlight.
If Red-Eye Reduction or Red-Eye Reduction with Slow Sync is selected with
an SB-series 80DX, 28DX, 28, 27, or 26 Speedlight attached, the Speedlight
red-eye reduction lamp is used.
Tips
• When you select Red-Eye Reduction or Red-Eye Reduction with Slow
Sync, the Red-Eye Reduction lamp lights for approximately one second
before the flash fires. Do not move the camera or let the subject move
until the shutter releases. (Red-Eye Reduction is not recommended in
shooting situations where the shutter release is your top priority.)
• With some lenses, light from the Red-Eye Reduction lamp may not reach
the subject's eyes.
• With Slow Sync and Red-Eye Reduction with Slow Sync, keep the camera
steady to prevent picture blur since the shutter speed is slow. Use of a
tripod is recommended.
• You cannot use Rear-Curtain Sync with a studio flash system since the
correct synchronization cannot be obtained.
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