Konica Minolta Z20 - Manual (Page 26)

26 B ASIC RECORDING
To change the flash mode, simply press the
flash mode button (1) until the appropriate mode
is indicated.
Autoflash - the flash fires automatically in low-
light and backlit conditions.
Red-eye reduction - multiple flashes are used
before the main flash burst to reduce red-eye;
an effect caused by light reflected from the
retina. Use in low-light conditions when taking
photographs of people or animals. The pre-
flashes contract the pupils of the subject’s eyes.
Fill-flash - the flash fires with each exposure
regardless of the amount of ambient light. Fill-
flash can be used to reduce harsh shadows
caused by strong direct light or sunshine.
Slow sync. - flash and ambient light exposures
are balanced; red-eye reduction is used. Use
slow sync. when in dark locations to reveal
background details. Ask your subject not to
move after the flash burst; the shutter may still
be open for the background exposure. Because
exposures can be long, the use of a tripod is
recommended.
Flash cancel - the flash cannot fire.
FLASH MODES
Fill-flash
Autoflash
Fill-flash
Flash cancel
Autoflash with
red-eye reduction
Slow sync. with
red-eye reduction
1
Fill-flash. with
red-eye reduction
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