Changing The Flash Mode; Slow Synchro - Canon PowerShot G7X User Manual

Flash

Changing the Flash Mode

You can change the flash mode to match the shooting scene. For details
on the flash range, see "Flash Range" ( = 196).
1
Raise the flash.
Move the [ ] switch.
z
2
Configure the setting.
Press the [ ] button, choose a flash
z
mode (either press the [ ][ ] buttons or
turn the [ ] dial), and then press the [ ]
button.
The option you configured is now
z
displayed.
● The setting screen cannot be accessed by pressing the [ ] button
when the flash is lowered. Move the [ ] switch to raise the flash,
then configure the setting.
Auto
Fires automatically in low-light conditions.
On
Fires for each shot.

Slow Synchro

Fires to illuminate the main subject (such as people) while shooting at a
slower shutter speed to illuminate backgrounds out of flash range.
Still Images Movies
Off
For shooting without the flash.
● In [ ] mode, 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 secure the camera ( = 91).
● In [ ] mode, even after the flash fires, ensure that the main
subject does not move until the shutter sound is finished playing.
● If a blinking [ ] icon is displayed when you press the shutter button
halfway in camera-shake inducing, low-light conditions, mount the
camera on a tripod or take other measures to keep it still.
● Adjustment is also possible by pressing the [ ] button, touching
the desired option, and then touching it again.
Before Use
Basic Guide
Advanced Guide
1
Camera Basics
2 Auto Mode /
Hybrid Auto Mode
3
Other Shooting Modes
4
P Mode
5
Tv, Av, M, and C Mode
6
Playback Mode
7
Wi-Fi Functions
8
Setting Menu
9
Accessories
10
Appendix
Index
88