Canon 380EX - Manual (Page 24)

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3. UsingSpecial Features
With a Type-A camera, Speedlite 380EX enables FP flash and FE lock.
(1) FP flash
FP (focal-plane) flash, or high-speed sync, enables the Speedlite to
synchronize with a shutter speed faster than the camera’s maximum sync
speed.
When a sync speed faster than the camera’s maximum sync speed is set,
Speedlite 380EX automatically sets the high-speed sync mode for auto
flash exposure.
FP flash can be used in the P, Tv, Av, M, and DEP modes. It is effective
when you want to use fill flash for an outdoor portrait while blurring the
background with a large aperture. It can also be used to produce a
catchlight in the subject’s eyes or to eliminate harsh shadows. The result
is best with a fast (large-aperture) lens.
• If a large aperture is to be used, set the camera to the Tv, Av, or M mode.
I Set the desired picture-taking
mode.
p Slide the Speedlite 380EX’s FP
^ flash switch to ia (high-speed
sync).
O Press the shutter button halfway to
^ focus the subject.
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