ŝ22ŞFlash ( ) / Left buttonMenu tab Flash mode Descriptionƃ Flash mode indicatorIf the subject or background is dark, the camera flashwill operate automatically.If a subject or background is dark, the camera flashwill work automatically and will reduce the red-eyeeffect by using the red-eye reduction function.The flash fires regardless of available light.The intensity of the flash will be controlled, accordingto the prevailing conditions. The brighter thebackground or subject is, the less intense the flashwill be.The flash will operate in conjunction with a slowshutter speed in order to obtain the correct exposure.When you take an image in a condition with poorlight, the camera shake warning indicator( ) will display on the LCD monitor.We recommend using a tripod for this function.The flash does not fire. Select this mode whencapturing images in a place or situation where flashphotography is prohibited. When you capture animage in a poorly lit condition, the camera shakewarning indicator ( ) will display on the LCDmonitor.We recommend using a tripod for this function.Auto flashAuto &Red eyereductionFill in flashSlow synchroFlash offƃ If you press the shutter button after selecting the Auto, Fill-in, Slow sychroflash, the first flash fires to check the shooting condition (Flash range andPower ratio of flash).Do not move until the second flash fires.ƃ Using the flash frequently will reduce the life of the battery.ƃ Under normal operating conditions the charging time for the flash isnormally within 6 seconds. If the battery is weak, the charging time will belonger.ƃ During the continuous shot, AEB and movie clip mode, the flash function willnot operate.ƃ Take photographs within the flash range.ƃ The image quality is not guaranteed if the subject is too close or highlyreflective.ƃ When taking an image in a poorly lit condtion with the flash, there may be awhite speck in the captured image. The speck is caused by the reflecting ofthe flash light from the floating matters. It is not camera malfuction.INFORMATION