Panasonic DMC-FZ70K - Manual (Page 78)

Application (Record)
Taking pictures with the built-in flash
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You can use the built-in flash to take pictures in dark locations or light up a subject to
adjust the contrast of an entire picture when the background is bright.
Press [ ] to open the flash
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Closing the built-in flash
When you do not want to use the flash or after using the flash,
press down to retract the flash until it clicks.
•Be sure to close the flash when not in use.
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Be careful not to catch a finger or any other part of your body or any object when you
close the flash.
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Be sure to keep the flash clean, clear of dust and avoid exposure to anything sticky.
This may cause the flash to stick and not open.
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Do not bring the flash too close to objects or close the flash while it is activated. The
objects may be discolored by its heat or lighting.
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Do not close the flash immediately after the preliminary flash is operated prior to
taking pictures for Auto/Red-Eye Reduction and other flash settings. If you close the
flash immediately, it will cause a malfunction.
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When the flash is being charged, the flash icon flashes red, and you cannot take a
picture even when you fully press the shutter button.
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The flash effect may not be sufficient in the following cases:
•The flash effect may not be sufficient when shutter speed is fast.
•When [Burst] is set to [ ]
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Flash charging may take time if battery is low or if using flash repeatedly.
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When an External Flash is attached, it will have priority over the built-in flash. (→205)