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Slow-Speed-Sync Mode
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BASIC OPERATION (PREPARATION) BASIC OPERATION (SHOOTING) 83 Slow-Speed-Sync Mode It is possible to balance the exposure of a foreground subject against a low light background by using the flash to properly expose the foreground subject and a slow-shutter-speed to expose the low light background. With the Night-scene program mode 1. Set the the mode dial to . When using an F or FA lens, set the lens aperture ring to the position while holding down the aperture-A lock button on the lens. 2. The built-in flash pops up automatically. 3. Before shooting, confirm that the flash is fully charged. With the Metered Manual Mode 1. Press the flash pop-up button to activate the built-in flash. 2. Set the exposure mode to the Metered Manual Mode. 3. Select an appropriate shutter speed (slower than 1/125 of second) and aperture combination for a correct exposure on the LCD panel. 4. Before shooting, confirm that the flash is fully charged. ✍ MEMO • The slow-speed-sync can also be used with the shutter-priority AE mode set. Confirm that the exposure warning is not appearing in the viewfinder. • In the slow-speed-sync shooting, use of a tripod is recommended to prevent camera shake. ADVANCED OPERATIONS OTHERS