Olympus EVOLT E-510 - Manual (Page 39)

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Flash mode
The camera sets the flash mode according to various factors such as firing pattern and flash
timing. Available flash modes depend on the exposure mode. The flash modes are available
to optional external flashes.
Auto flash AUTO
The flash fires automatically in low light or backlight conditions.
To shoot a subject with backlighting, position the AF frame over the subject.
Red-eye reduction flash !
In the red-eye reduction flash mode, a series of
pre-flashes are emitted just before the regular
flash fires. This helps accustom the subject’s
eyes to the bright light and minimizes the red-
eye phenomenon.
Slow synchronization (1st curtain) #SLOW
The slow synchronization flash is designed for slow shutter speeds. Normally, when shooting
with a flash, shutter speeds cannot go below a certain level to prevent camera shake. But
when shooting a subject against a night scene, fast shutter speeds can make the background
too dark. Slow synchronization allows you to capture both the background and the subject.
Since the shutter speed is slow, be sure to stabilize the camera by using a tripod so as not to
cause the picture to be blurred.
1st curtain
Usually, the flash fires right after the shutter fully opens. This is called 1st curtain. Unless you
change it, this is how the flash always fires.
Slow synchronization (2nd curtain) #SLOW2
2nd curtain flash fires just before the shutter closes. Changing the flash timing can create
interesting effects in your picture, such as expressing the movement of a car by showing the
tail-lights streaming backwards. The slower the shutter speed, the better the effects turn out.
The slowest possible shutter speed depends on the shooting mode.
Flash shooting
x Notes
• After the pre-flashes, it takes about 1 second before the shutter is released. Hold the camera
firmly to avoid camera shake.
• Effectiveness may be limited if the subject is not looking directly at pre-flashes, or if the
shooting range is too far. Individual physical characteristics may also limit effectiveness.
The subject’s eyes appear red
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