48 Reference: P, S, A, and M Modes/ExposureFlash CompensationFlash compensation (available only in P, S, A, and M modes) is used to alter flash output byfrom –3EV to +1EV in increments of 1/3EV, changing the brightness of the main subject rela-tive to the background. Flash output can be increased to make the main subject appearbrighter, or reduced to prevent unwanted highlights or reflections.Flash compensation is shown in the shooting information display.Normal flash output can be restored by setting flash compensa-tion to ±0.0. Flash exposure compensation is not reset when thecamera is turned off.Flash compensation is also available with SB-400, SB-800, SB-600,and SU-800 flash units ( 99).The ( ) Button8—Flash Compensation ( 76)Flash compensation can also be adjusted from the Custom Settings menu.Controls usedFlash compensation can also be adjusted by pressing the ( ) andbuttons and rotating the command dial until the desired value is shownin the viewfinder or shooting information display. The viewfinder displayis illustrated at right.–3.0EV+0.7EV
