Nikon L820 - Manual (Page 75)

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Available Flash Modes
• Lower the flash when you do not want the flash to fire. When the flash is lowered, W is
displayed in the monitor to indicate that the flash does not fire.
U Auto
The flash fires automatically when lighting is dim.
V Auto with red-eye reduction
Reduces red-eye in portraits caused by the flash ( A 56).
X Fill flash
The flash fires whenever a picture is taken. Use to “fill-in” (illuminate) shadows and backlit
subjects.
Y Slow sync
Auto flash mode is combined with slow shutter speed.
Suited to evening and night portraits that include background scenery. The flash
illuminates main subject; slow shutter speeds are used to capture background at night or
under dim lighting.