Nikon COOLPIX P950 Reference Manual - Page 100

The flash-ready indicator While the built-in flash is charging, flashes. The camera cannot shoot images. If charging is complete, is displayed steadily when you press the shutter-release button halfway. Available flash modes Option Description Auto The flash fires when necessary, such as in dim lighting. • The flash mode indicator is only displayed immediately after setting on the shooting screen. Auto with redeye reduction/ Red-eye reduction Reduce red-eye in portraits caused by the flash. [Auto with red-eye reduction]/[Red-eye reduction] (page 101) • When [Red-eye reduction] is selected, the flash fires whenever a picture is taken. Fill flash/Standard The flash fires whenever a picture is taken. flash Slow sync Suited to evening and night portraits that include background scenery. Fill flash fires to illuminate the main subject; slow shutter speeds are used to capture background at night or under dim lighting. Rear-curtain sync Fill flash fires just before the shutter closes, creating the effect of a stream of light following moving subjects. Notes about shooting with the flash When you use the flash at the wide-angle zoom position, the edge of the image may be dark depending on the shooting distance. This may be improved by adjusting the zoom slightly to a telephoto position. The flash mode setting The available flash modes differ depending on the shooting mode. 100 Shooting features Flash mode