145Stabiliser, Zoom and FlashTaking pictures with flash■ Shutter speeds for each flash modeFlash Mode Shutter speed (seconds)1/60*2 - 1/2000Flash Mode Shutter speed (seconds)1 - 1/2000*2 The shutter speed is set to 60 seconds in Shutter-Priority AE Mode. The shutter speed is set to T(Time) in Manual Exposure Mode.• In Intelligent Auto Mode ([ ] or [ ]), the shutter speed changes depending on thedetected scene.■ The available flash rangeEdges of a picture may become slightly dark if using flash at short distances without usingzoom (close to max. Wide). This may be remedied by using a little zoom.Max. Wide Max. TeleApprox. 0.6 m - 6.8 m (2.0 feet - 22 feet) Approx. 1.0 m - 3.9 m (3.3 feet - 13 feet)• These ranges are obtained, the ISO sensitivity is set to [AUTO], and [ISO Auto UpperLimit (Photo)] is set to [AUTO].●Avoid doing the following, as the heat or light could cause deformation or discolouration.• Putting the flash close to objects• Covering the flash with your hand as it is firing• Closing the flash as it is firing●Do not close the flash immediately after the preliminary flash is operated prior to taking pictures forForced ON/Red-Eye Reduction and other flash settings. If you close the flash immediately, it willcause a malfunction.●Flash charging may take time if battery is low or if using flash repeatedly. When the flash is beingcharged, the flash icon flashes red, and you cannot take a picture even when you fully press theshutter button.