53Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi SelectorShooting FeaturesUsing the Flash (Flash Modes)The flash mode can be set to match the shooting conditions.1 Press the multi selector H (m flash mode).2 Press the multi selector H or I to choose thedesired flash mode and press the k button.• See “Available Flash Modes” (A54) for moreinformation.• If a setting is not applied by pressing the k buttonwithin a few seconds, the selection will be canceled.• When U (Auto) is applied, D is only displayed fora few seconds, regardless of Photo info settings(E53).3 Frame the subject and take a picture.• The flash lamp indicates flash status when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway.- On: The flash will fire when you press the shutter-release button all the way down.- Flashes: The flash is charging. Wait a few secondsand try again.- Off: The flash will not fire when a picture is taken.• If the battery is low, the monitor will be turned off while the flash is charging.C Effective Range of the FlashWhen ISO sensitivity is set to Auto, the flash has a range of 0.5–4.5 m (1 ft 8 in.–14 ft) at themaximum wide-angle zoom position and a range of 0.5–2.4 m (1 ft 8 in.–7 ft 10 in.) at the maximumtelephoto zoom position.Auto9 5 08 m 0 s
