Using the flash, A 44), Available flash modes – Nikon Coolpix S30 User Manual
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Sh
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Using the Flash
You can set the flash mode to match the shooting conditions.
Available Flash Modes
Enter shooting mode M any flexible button M press I M flexible button 1
(x Flash mode) M flexible buttons 2-3
w Auto flash
The flash fires automatically when lighting is dim.
y
Flash off
The flash will not fire.
• We recommend using a tripod to stabilize the camera when shooting in dark
surroundings.
• S is displayed in the shooting screen when this feature is enabled.
C
The Flash Lamp
The flash lamp indicates the status of the flash when you press the
shutter-release button halfway.
• On: The flash fires when a picture is taken.
• Flashing: The flash is charging. The camera cannot take pictures.
• Off: The flash will not fire when a picture is taken.
If the battery is low, the monitor will turn off while the flash is charging.
C
Effective Range of the Flash
The flash has a range of approx. 0.3 to 3.5 m (1 ft to 11 ft) at the maximum wide-angle zoom position
and a range of approx. 0.5 to 2.0 m (1 ft 8 in. to 6 ft 7 in.) at the maximum telephoto zoom position.
C
The Flash Mode Setting
Some settings cannot be used with other functions (