User manual MINOLTA DYNAX RZ530SI

[. . . ] Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Changes or modifications not approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. [. . . ] · When an accessory flash is attached, the flash will be used as the AF illuminator in place of the camera's built-in unit. 31 2165_E. qxd 03. 2. 10 2:06 PM Page 32 USING THE BUILT-IN FLASH BASIC OPERATION Changing the Flash Mode When the flash mode button is pressed, the flash mode changes in the following sequence: Autoflash Autoflash with red-eye reduction Fill flash Fill flash with red-eye reduction Flash cancel · Except when flash cancel is selected, the built-in-flash will pop-up automatically when the shutter-release button is pressed partway down. · When the camera is turned off, the flash mode is reset to autoflash or autoflash with red-eye reduction whichever was set last. 36. Flash Range The subject must be within the flash range specified in the table below for the image to be properly exposed. LENS IN USE 28-80mm F3. 5-5. 6 (D) 35-80mm F4-5. 6 II Wide angle Telephoto Wide angle Telephoto 1. 0 ~ 3. 4 m (3. 3 ~ 11. 2 ft. ) 1. 0 ~ 2. 1 m (3. 3 ~ 6. 9 ft) 1. 0 ~ 3. 0 m (3. 3 ~ 9. 8 ft. ) 1. 0 ~ 4. 0 m (3. 3 ~13. 1 ft. ) 1. 0 ~ 2. 1 m (3. 3 ~ 6. 9 ft. ) 1. 0 ~ 4. 0 m (3. 3 ~13. 1 ft. ) Film Speed ISO 100 ISO 400 1. 0 ~ 4. 0 m 1. 0 ~ 4. 0 m (3. 3 ~ 13. 1 ft. ) (3. 3 ~13. 1 ft. ) · Do not use the built-in flash with with lenses with focal lengths shorter than 28mm. · Make sure you are at least 1m (3. 3 ft. ) from your subject when using the built-in flash. 32 2165_E. qxd 03. 2. 10 2:06 PM Page 33 Flash Signals When the shutter-release button is pressed partway down, the viewfinder flash signal indicate the status of the flash. Steady Blinks Flash is charged and ready to fire. The signal will blink after taking the picture to indicate the flash output was sufficient to provide the correct exposure. · If flash signal does not blink after taking the picture, the subject was not within the flash range. 32). Lens Shadowing Lens shadowing occurs when the lens or lens hood blocks part of the output from the built-in flash. Lens shadowing appears as a semi-circular shadow area at the bottom (horizontal pictures) or side (vertical pictures) of the image. · Remove the lens hood before using the built-in flash. · Lens shadowing may occur with the following lenses at the shorter focal lengths. AF Zoom 28-70mm f/2. 8G AF Zoom 17-35mm f/3. 5G AF Zoom 28-135mm f/4. 0-4. 5 AF Zoom 28-85mm f/3. 5-4. 5 · The built-in flash can not be used with the following lenses: AF 300mm f/2. 8 (APO tele) AF 600mm f/4. 0 (APO tele) 33 2165_E. qxd 03. 2. 10 2:06 PM Page 34 USING THE BUILT-IN FLASH BASIC OPERATION Autoflash In auto-flash, the built-in flash pops-up automatically when the shutter release button is pressed partway down in low light situations. Press the flash mode button until the flash mode indicator appears on the data panel. · When the camera is turned off, the flash mode is reset to autoflash or autoflash with red-eye reduction whichever was set last. · Do not use the built-in flash if your subject is closer than 1. 0m (3. 3 ft. ). · At close distances, the lens or len hood may block the flash, creating a shadow at the bottom of the image (p. · Make sure the subject is not closer than the minimum focusing distance of lens. Refer to the lens manual. Sports Fast shutter speeds are needed to stop action. In the sports mode, the camera will set the fastest possible shutter speed and continually adjust the focus to track moving subjects. Press the subject-program button until the subject-program indicator points to the sports mode. · The camera continues to focus as long as the shutter-release button is pressed partway down. · When using flash, the subject must be within the flash range. · Mount the camera on a tripod or monopod when using telephoto lenses. 39 2165_E. qxd 03. 2. 10 2:06 PM Page 40 SUBJECT-PROGRAM SELECTION BASIC OPERATION Night Portrait Night portraits balance the camera's flash exposure with the background exposure. In this mode, the camera controls the aperture and shutter speed, allowing the background to appear in the photograph. 1. Press the subject-program button until the subject-program indicator points to the night portrait /night scene mode. · Warn your subject not to move after the flash fires; the shutter may still be open to capture the background. Use a tripod to reduce camera shake. Night Scene Cancel the flash in night portrait/night scene mode to photograph views at night. [. . . ] Batteries will regain some of their capacity when warmed to normal operating temperature. Before Important Events · Check the camera's operation carefully, or take test photographs. · Minolta is not responsible for any loss that may occur due to an equipment malfunction. 60 2165_E. qxd 03. 2. 10 2:06 PM Page 61 Cleaning · If the camera or lens barrel is dirty, wipe it gently with a soft, clean, dry cloth. If the camera or lens comes in contact with sand, gently blow away loose particles - wiping may scratch the surface. · To clean the lens surface, first brush away any dust or sand then, gently wipe the lens in a circular motion, starting from the center with a cloth or tissue designed for optics. [. . . ]