Pentax ZX-5N - Manual (Page 84)

Overview of Flash Function
CAMERA FUNCTION TYPE A TYPE В TYPE C TYPE D TYPE E
After the flash is charged, the camera automatically
switches to the flash-sync speed.
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Automatic aperture setting in the Programmed AE
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Flash confirmation signal in the viewfinder
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Slow-speed sync in the Shutter-Priority AE Mode or
Metered Manual Mode
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Trailmg-shutter-curtain sync flash ( *4) * 5 C:
Contrast-control-sync flash mode ( * 4)
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TYPE A : Built-in flash
TYPE B : AF500FTZ( * 6), AF330FTZ
TYPE C : AF400FTZ, AF240FT
TYPE D : AF400T, AF280T, AF220T, AF200T,
AF080C, AF140C, AF200SA
TYPE E : AF200S, AF160, AF140,
Notes:
* 1 When using a Type D flash (except AF200SA and
AF220T) in the MS (Manual Sync) or M (Manual)
modes or when using a Type E flash, set the cam­
era’s exposure mode to the Aperture-Priority AE
Mode, Manual or Bulb. The Program and Aperture-
Priority AE Modes cannot be used because the ac­
tual required aperture value may change.
* 2.The AF200SA and AF201SA do not operate.
* 3.0nly the manual mode can be used.
+ 4. The shutter speed is 1 / 60 or slower.
* S.Trailing-shutter-curtain sync flash combined with
TYPE В or TYPE C flash.
* 6. Multi-burst and slave-sync flash are possible.
Using other type of a flash
Use of non-Pentax flash units may damage the camera.
For the best results, use a Pentax dedicated flash unit.