Nikon D40 - Manual (Page 46)

34 Reference: More on Photography (All Modes)/Using the Built-in Flash
Using the Built-in Flash
The camera supports a variety of flash modes for photographing poorly lit or backlit sub-
jects. The flash modes available depend on the mode selected with the mode dial; note
that the flash can not be used in , , or mode. The default flash setting for Digital Vari-
Program modes is automatically restored when the mode dial is rotated to a new setting or
the camera is turned off.
Using the Built-in Flash: , , , , and Modes
Using the Built-in Flash: P, S, A, and M Modes
Lowering the Built-in Flash
To save power when the flash is not in use, press it gently downward until the latch clicks
into place.
Controls used
1 Rotate the mode dial to , , , , or .
2 Choose a flash mode.
3 Take pictures. Unless (off ) is selected, the flash will pop up
as required when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway
and fire when a photograph is taken.
1 Rotate the mode dial to P, S, A, or M.
2 Press the button to raise the flash.
3 Choose a flash mode.
4 Choose a metering method and adjust exposure.
5 Take pictures. The flash will fire whenever a picture is taken. To prevent the flash from
firing, lower the flash.