Nikon FSA02911 Instruction Manual - Page 78

Rear-curtain flash sync Cameras in Groups I through III featuring a rear-curtain flash sync mode Flash settings 1 Select the flash mode. -Press the µ button until the desired mode t, ˙, or ƒ appears on the LCD panel. • In Manual ƒ mode when either FP High-Speed Flash sync % or Repeating " Flash is selected, rear-curtain flash sync cannot be performed. Camera settings 2 Set the flash sync mode to rear-curtain sync. 3 Set the exposure mode. -Set the camera's exposure mode to Shutter-priority auto (S) or Manual (M). • Although rear-curtain flash sync is possible in Programmed auto (P) or Aperture-priority auto (A) mode, it is not recommended because you cannot intentionally adjust the shutter speed. 4 Set the shutter speed. • The slower the shutter speed you select, the more effective the results will be. • Use of a tripod is recommended. 5 Check the shooting distance. Wait for the ready-light to come on and make sure the subject is in focus before taking the picture. • In t, or ˙ mode, if the ready-light blinks for approx. 3 seconds after shooting, this indicates the light may have been insufficient for correct exposure. In this case, use a wider aperture or move closer to the subject. 78