Sony NEX-5N α Handbook - Page 108

Table of contents Sample photo Red Eye Reduction When using the flash, it is fired two or more times before shooting to reduce the red-eye phenomenon. 1 MENU t [Setup] t [Red Eye Reduction] t desired setting. On The flash is always fired to reduce the red-eye phenomenon. Off Does not use Red Eye Reduction. Notes • Attach and raise the flash to use Red Eye Reduction. • You cannot use Red Eye Reduction with [Smile Shutter]. • Red Eye Reduction may not produce the desired effects. It depends on individual differences and conditions, such as distance to the subject, or if the subject looked away from the pre-strobe. z What causes 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 Menu Index 108GB