Flash
You can change the flash settings to match the shooting conditions.
- Shooting mode
- flexible button 2 (
) 
Flash
| Flexible button | Description |
|---|---|
 Auto flash | The flash fires when necessary, such as in dim lighting. |
 Flash off | The flash does not fire. We recommend using a tripod to stabilize the camera when shooting in dark surroundings. |
| Always fire flash | The flash fires whenever a picture is taken. Use to “fill-in” (illuminate) shadows and backlit subjects. |
Notes about [Flash]
This function may not be available to use in combination with other functions.
Functions that cannot be used simultaneously when shooting
Notes about shooting with the flash
When you use the flash at the wide-angle zoom position, the edge of the image may be dark depending on the shooting distance. This may be improved if you move the zoom control slightly toward the telephoto position.
The flash lamp
The status of the flash can be confirmed by pressing the shutter-release button halfway.
- On: The flash fires when you press the shutter-release button all the way down.
- Flashing: The flash is charging. The camera cannot shoot images.
- Off: The flash does not fire when a picture is taken.
The flash setting
- The setting may not be changed when using some shooting modes or settings.
Default settings list for flash and self-timer - The setting applied in [Point and shoot] is saved in the camera’s memory even after the camera is turned off.