Nikon B0012OGF6Q D60 User's Manual - Page 77

Using the Built-in Flash Changing the Flash Mode Select Flash mode from the Quick settings display to adjust the setting (A 48). Change the flash output depending upon shooting conditions. The flash modes available depend upon the mode currently selected with the mode dial. e, g, i, k l Auto (default setting) Auto slow sync (default setting) Changing Shooting Settings Auto + red-eye reduction Red-eye reduction a, c Fill flash Off Rear-curtain + slow sync* Off Auto slow sync + red-eye reduction b, d Fill flash Slow sync + red-eye reduction Slow sync Red-eye reduction Rear-curtain sync * M is displayed after command dial is released. Flash modes are described below. • K (auto flash): When lighting is poor or subject is backlit, flash pops up automatically when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway and fires as required. • L (red-eye reduction): Use for portraits. AF-assist lamp lights before flash fires, reducing "red-eye." • M (slow sync): Shutter speed slows automatically to capture background lighting at night or under low light. Use to include background lighting in portraits. • N (rear curtain sync): Flash fires just before shutter closes, creating the effect of a stream of light behind moving subjects. If this icon is not displayed, flash will fire immediately after shutter opens. D Using the Command Dial The flash mode can also be selected by rotating the command dial while pressing D. Confirm Flash mode that the flash mode display changes, according to the shooting mode currently selected in the + Shooting information display, while selecting a flash mode. In a, b, c, and d modes, press D to raise the flash. Press D again and hold it down while rotating the command dial to select a flash mode. 65