Olympus XZ-2 - Manual (Page 24)

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Basic photography
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Using a fl ash (fl ash photography)
1
Slide the fl ash switch to raise the fl ash.
2
Press the # button (I) to display options.
3
Use HI to choose a fl ash mode and press Q.
• The options available and the order in which they are displayed vary depending on
the shooting mode. g “Flash modes that can be set by shooting mode” (P. 25)
AUTO Auto fl ash
The fl ash fi res automatically in low light or
backlight conditions.
! Red-eye reduction fl ash
This function allows you to reduce the red-
eye phenomenon.
# Fill-in fl ash
The fl ash fi res regardless of the light
conditions.
$ Flash off The fl ash does not fi re.
!SLOW
Slow synchronization/
Red-eye reduction fl ash Combines slow synchronization with red-eye
reduction.
# SLOW Slow synchronization
Slow shutter speeds are used to brighten
dimly-lit backgrounds.
# FULL,
# 1/4 etc.
Manual For users who prefer manual operation.
4
Press the shutter button all the way.
# Cautions
• In [ !(Red-eye reduction fl ash)], after the pre-fl ashes, it takes about 1 second before the
shutter is released. Do not move the camera until shooting is complete.
• [ !(Red-eye reduction fl ash)] may not work effectively under some shooting conditions.