Operating Instructions

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Recording
∫ About the flash
Flash mode is set to [Œ] when the flash is closed, and [ ] (AUTO) when it is open.
When the flash is open, the camera automatically sets [ ], [ ] (AUTO/Red-Eye
Reduction), [ ], or [ ] to match the type of subject and brightness.
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Open the flash when the flash is to be used. (P130)
• When [ ] or [ ] is set, Red-Eye Removal is enabled.
• Shutter speed will be slower during [ ] or [ ].
∫ Functions that work automatically and menu options which are disabled
The following functions are performed automatically to allow the camera to make the
optimal settings.
– Scene Detection/Backlight Compensation/Face Detection/Auto White Balance/
Intelligent ISO sensitivity control/[Red-Eye Removal]/[i.Resolution]/[i.Dynamic]/[Long Shtr
NR]/[Shading Comp.]/[Quick AF]/[AF Assist Lamp]
Because the camera makes the optimal settings automatically, the following menus are
disabled.
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For the [Rec] menu, see “Using the [Rec] Menu” (P172). For the [Motion Picture] menu, see
“Using the [Motion Picture] Menu” (P200).
– [Cust.Set Mem.]/[Expo.Meter]/[AF/AE Lock]/[Quick AF]/[AF Assist Lamp]/[AF+MF] ([Custom]
menu)
The Backlight Compensation
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When there is a backlight, the subject appears darker and the camera will automatically
attempt to correct it by increasing the brightness of the picture. In Intelligent Auto Mode,
backlight compensation works automatically.