Nikon Coolpix 8800 User Manual - Page 48

To choose a flash mode: 1 Rotate mode dial to , , P, S, A, M, or (time-lapse movie only). Note that depending on scene selected, restrictions may apply to flash mode selection in mode ( 26). 2 Press button to cycle through flash mode settings in order listed on previ- ous page (note that no icon appears 8M in shooting display when flash is set 1/60 F2.8 126 to auto). More on Photography Manual Pop-Up When Manual is selected for Speedlight opt. > Pop up, the built-in Speedlight can be raised by pressing the button. When raised, the flash will fire whenever the shutter is released. The flash mode can not be changed while the Speedlight is lowered; when the Speedlight is raised, press the button to cycle through flash modes in the order fill flash, fill flash + red-eye reduction, fill-flash + slow sync, fill flash + rear-curtain sync. Flash Range Flash range varies with zoom position. When the camera is zoomed all the way out, the built-in Speedlight has a range of 0.5-6.0 m/1´8˝-19´8˝. The range at maximum zoom is 1.0-3.0 m/3´3˝-9´10˝ (Auto ISO). At ranges of 0.5 m (1´8˝) or less, the flash may not light the entire subject. When using the flash at short range, play pictures back after shooting to check the results. Low Battery If the built-in Speedlight fires while the will turn off while the flash recharges. (low battery) icon is displayed, the monitor Sensitivity (ISO Equivalency; 52) A sensitivity of 400 is not recommended when using a flash. Optional Speedlights Optional Speedlights can be mounted on the camera's accessory shoe ( 104). 38