Canon PowerShot G16 - Manual (Page 86)

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Cover
Before Use
Common Camera
Operations
Advanced Guide
Camera Basics
Auto Mode /
Hybrid Auto Mode
Other Shooting
Modes
Tv, Av, M, C1,
and C2 Mode
Playback Mode
Wi-Fi Functions
Setting Menu
Accessories
Appendix
Index
Basic Guide
P Mode
• In [ Z] mode, mount the camera on a tripod or take other measures
to keep it still and prevent camera shake. Additionally, you should
set [IS Mode] to [Off] when using a tripod or other means to secure
the camera ( = 89 ).
• In [ Z] mode, even after the flash fires, ensure that the main subject
does not move until the shutter sound is finished playing.
[!] Off
For shooting without the flash.
• If a blinking [ ] icon is displayed when you press the shutter button
halfway in low-light conditions, mount the camera on a tripod or take
other measures to keep it still.
Still Images
Adjusting the Flash Exposure Compensation
Just as with regular exposure compensation ( = 68 ), you can adjust the
flash exposure from –2 to +2 stops, in 1/3-stop increments.
z z Raise the flash, press the < r> button and
immediately turn the < z> dial to choose
the compensation level, and then press
the < m> button.
z z The correction level you specified is now
displayed.
• When there is a risk of overexposure, the camera automatically adjusts the
shutter speed or aperture value during the flash shots to reduce washed-
out highlights and shoot at optimal exposure. However, you can deactivate
automatic adjustment of the shutter speed and aperture value by accessing
MENU ( = 25 ) and choosing [ 4] tab ► [Flash Control] ► [Safety FE] ►
[Off].
• You can also configure the flash exposure compensation by choosing [ X] in
the FUNC. menu ( = 24 ), or by accessing MENU ( = 25 ) and choosing
[ 4] tab ► [Flash Control] ► [Flash Exp. Comp].
• You can also access the [Built-in Flash Settings] MENU screen ( = 25 ) as
follows (except when an optional external flash is mounted).
- Press and hold the < r> button for at least one second.
- When the flash is up, press the < r> button and immediately press the
< n> button.