Using an External Flash (Optional)
If you attach the Flash (DMW-FL580L/DMW-FL360L/DMW-FL200L: optional) to the hot shoe, you can record using the flash.
You can also use a commercially available external flash by connecting a synchro cable to the flash synchro socket.
Furthermore, by attaching an external flash that supports wireless flash recording, you can wirelessly control an external flash that is in a position separate from the camera.
Remove the lens hood to prevent vignetting. Flash recording is not possible when the following functions are being used: – [6K/4K PHOTO]/[Post-Focus] – [ELEC.]/[Silent Mode] – [Filter Settings] |
Removing the Hot Shoe Cover
Before attaching the Flash (optional), remove the hot shoe cover.
Refer to the operating instructions for the Flash for details about how to attach it.
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Remove the hot shoe cover by pulling it in the direction indicated by arrow (2) while pressing it in the direction indicated by arrow (1).
Connecting a Synchro Cable to the Flash Synchro Socket
You can use a commercially available external flash by connecting a synchro cable to the flash synchro socket.
Use an external flash with a synchronization voltage of 400 V or less. Do not use the synchro cables with the length of 3 m (9.8 feet) or more. |
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Rotate the flash synchro socket cap in the direction of the arrow to remove.
Be careful not to lose the flash synchro socket cap.
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Connect the synchro cable to the flash synchro socket.
The socket has a lock screw to prevent the cable from falling off.
For the connection, refer to the operating instructions for the synchro cable.
The flash synchro socket has no polarity. You can use a synchro cable regardless of its polarity. |
Notes on Flash Recording
Do not bring any object near the flash. Heat or light may cause the object to deform or discolor. If you record repeatedly, time may be needed to charge the flash. While the flash is charging, images will be recorded without the flash firing. When an external flash is attached, do not carry the camera by holding only the external flash. It may become detached. When using a commercially available external flash, do not use one with reversed polarity or function for communicating with a camera. It may cause the camera to malfunction, or it may not operate correctly. Refer to the operating instructions for the external flash for details. |