Operation Manual

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Basic Operations
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Using the Built-in Flash
Use a flash to take pictures in low light or backlit conditions.
The built-in flash is optimum for a subject at a distance from 0.7 m to 5 m.
Vignetting (darkening of the corners of the image due to a lack of light) may
occur when used at a distance closer than 0.7 m (this distance varies
slightly depending on the lens being used and the sensitivity setting.
(p.223))
• When using the built-in flash, remove the lens hood before shooting.
Vignetting may occur depending on the lens being used and the capture
conditions. Refer to “Lens Compatibility with the Built-in Flash” (p.225)
for details.
• The built-in flash fully discharges when using a lens without an s (Auto)
position.
For details on the built-in flash and instructions on how to take pictures with an
external flash, refer to “Using the Flash” (p.221).
Setting the Flash Mode
Flash Mode Function
C
Auto Flash
Discharge
Automatically measures the ambient light and
determines whether to use the flash.
i
Auto Flash+Red-
eye Reduction
Discharges a pre-flash for red-eye reduction before
the automatic flash.
E
Manual Flash
Discharge
Discharges the flash manually. Discharges when
the flash is popped up, and does not discharge
when it is retracted.
F
Manual Flash+Red-
eye Reduction
Discharges the flash manually. Discharges a pre-
flash for red-eye reduction before the main flash.
G
Slow-speed Sync
Sets to a slow shutter speed depending on the
brightness. When using this to shoot a portrait with
the sunset in the background, both the person and
the background are captured beautifully.
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