Sony DSLR-A300/N Instruction Manual - Page 81
Selecting the flash mode, Performing wireless flash shooting, Fn button, Flash mode]
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Selecting the flash mode Fn button t [Flash mode] t Select the desired setting (Flash Off) (Autoflash) (Fill-flash) (Slow sync.) (Rear sync.) (Wireless) Does not fire even if the built-in flash pops up. This is not selectable when the mode dial is set to P, A, S, or M. Fires if it is dark or against light. This is not selectable when the mode dial is set to P, A, S, or M. Fires whenever the built-in flash pops up. Fires whenever the built-in flash pops up. Slow sync shooting allows you to shoot a clear image of both the subject and the background by slowing the shutter speed. Fires right before the exposure is completed whenever the built-in flash pops up. Fires an external flash (not supplied) that is off the camera and away from it (Wireless flash shooting). Using the shooting function Shooting techniques • When shooting indoors or using nightscape, you can use slow sync to shoot a bright image of people and the background. • You can use rear sync to shoot a natural image of the trailing of a moving subject such as a moving bicycle or a walking person. Performing wireless flash shooting With an external wireless flash (not supplied), you can shoot with the flash without a cord when the external flash is not attached to the camera. By changing the position of the flash, you can shoot an image with a three dimensional feel by highlighting the contrast of light and shadow on the subject. For the actual steps of shooting, refer to the operating instructions of the flash. Fn button t [Flash mode] t (Wireless) • To do a pre-flash test, pull up the flash and press the AEL button on the camera. 81