Sony DSC-W220/L Cyber-shot® Handbook - Page 13

Basic techniques for better images Flash On using the flash The eyes of the subject may come out red, or fuzzy white circular spots may appear when using the flash. These phenomena can be reduced by taking the following steps. The "Red-eye phenomenon" Pupils become dilated in dark environments. Flash light is reflected off the blood vessels at the back of the eye (retina), causing the "red-eye" phenomenon. Camera Eye Retina How can the "Red-eye phenomenon" be reduced? • Set [Red Eye Reduction] to [On] (page 53). • Select (High Sensitivity)* mode in Scene Selection (page 28). (The flash is turned off automatically.) • When the eyes of the subject turn out red, correct the image with [Retouch] on the viewing menu (page 58) or with the supplied software "PMB". The "White circular spots" This is caused by particles (dust, pollen, etc.) floating close to the lens. When they are accentuated by the camera's flash, they appear as white circular spots. Camera Particles (dust, pollen, etc.) in the air Subject How can the "White circular spots" be reduced? • Light the room and shoot the subject without a flash. • Select (High Sensitivity)* mode in Scene Selection. (The flash is turned off automatically.) * Even though you selected (High Sensitivity) mode in Scene Selection, the shutter speed might be slower under low-light conditions, or in a dark place. In that case, use a tripod or hold your arms firmly at your side after pressing the shutter button. 13