■ The built-in flash and vignetting
• The built-in flash cannot be used over distances of less than 0.6 m (2.0
ft.).
• To prevent vignetting, do not use the lens hood.
* Vignetting is the darkening of the corners around the image that occurs
when light emitted by the camera's built-in flash is obstructed by the
lens barrel.
■ Using the lens hood
The lens hood blocks light rays that have harmful effects on pictures. It
also helps to protect the glass surface of the lens.
Attaching the hood
• To facilitate attachment or removal of the hood, hold it by the lens
hood attachment index (
• If the lens hood is not correctly attached, vignetting may occur.
• The lens can be stored with the lens hood attached in the reverse
position.
• Be sure that the lens hood
mounting index (C) is aligned
with the lens hood setting index
B
(
) (3).
A
) rather than its outer edge.
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