Canon PowerShot G15 User Guide - Page 156

Flash Still Images Adjusting the Flash Exposure Compensation Just as with regular exposure compensation (=125), you can adjust the flash exposure from -2 to +2 stops, in 1/3-stop increments. zzRaise the flash, press the button and immediately turn the dial to choose the compensation level, and then press the button. XXOnce the setting is complete, [X] is displayed. • When there is a risk of overexposure, the camera automatically adjusts the shutter speed or aperture value during the flash shots to reduce washedout highlights and shoot at optimal exposure. However, you can deactivate automatic adjustment of the shutter speed and aperture value by accessing (=48) and setting [Safety FE] in [Flash Control] on the [4] tab to [Off]. • You can also configure the flash exposure compensation by choosing [X] in the FUNC. menu (=47), or by accessing (=48) and choosing [Flash Exp. Comp] in [Flash Control] on the [4] tab. • You can also access the [Built-in Flash Settings] screen as follows (except when an optional external flash is mounted). - Press and hold the button for at least one second. - When the flash is up, press the button and immediately press the button. 156