Pentax GR Limited Edition Operating Guide

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Using the Flash
Setting the Flash Mode
Auto
The flash fires automatically when the subject is poorly lit or backlit. [Default set-
ting]
Flash On
The flash always fires.
Flash Synchro.
The flash fires with the shutter speed slowed. Use when taking nightscape shots 
that include people. Use of a tripod is recommended to prevent blur.
Manual Flash
The  flash  output  is  set  under  [Manual  Flash  Amount]  in  the  [Shooting]  menu.
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Red-Eye Flash AUTO
Reduces “red-eye” in portraits taken with the flash.
Red-Eye  
Flash On
Forces the flash to fire while reducing the red-eye phenomenon.
Red Eye 
Flash Synchro.
The flash fires in slow synchro while reducing the red-eye phenomenon.
Slide the F Open switch downward.
The flash pops up.
Press the F ($) button.
The flash mode settings screen appears.
The display can be changed with the 
#$ buttons.
A symbol appears on the shooting screen.