Pentax AF-360FGZ - Manual (Page 24)

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Using the Flash Modes
The AF360FGZ has the following flash modes. Select
the mode best suited for the subject.
Before photographing, confirm the following.
1. Whether your camera supports the desired flash
mode.
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Cameras that Support Each Flash Mode
(Page 57)
2. Whether you can use the desired function with
the combination of your camera and the flash
mode you have set.
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Functions Related to Each Flash Mode
(Page 61 - 68)
P-TTL auto flash (P-TTL)
A pre-flash is fired before the main flash so that the
multi-segment metering sensor can measure the
subject's distance, brightness, brightness difference,
backlit condition, etc. The data obtained is incorporated
to set the output of the main flash. This mode obtains
more accurate results than with the conventional TTL
mode. Refer to page 23 for instructions on how to use
this flash mode.
TTL auto flash (TTL)
Based on the amount of light reflected off the film of the
camera, the camera adjusts the flash output
automatically to obtain a correct exposure. Refer to
page 24 for instructions on how to use this flash mode.
Auto flash (A)
The built-in flash metering sensor adjusts the flash
output automatically. Use with cameras that are not P-
TTL or TTL Auto flash compatible. Refer to page 25 for
instructions on how to use this flash mode.
Manual flash (M)
When the camera is set to manual exposure, manual
flash can be set to suit the subject distance and
aperture. The manual flash output can be set to 1/1,
1/2, 1/4, 1/8, 1/16, or 1/32. Refer to page 27 for
instructions on how to use this flash mode.
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