How do I disable this wretched, noisy pop up flash? I want the default mode to be off. Every time I turn off the camera, it resets to flash AUTO. I am returning the camera if this stupid flash can't be disabled.
1410915
Set the flash "OFF" in P Mode (programed mode) and it will stay until you change it.
1283625
Hello,Maybe try turning flash off, if you haven't already. There is also a macro mode built in this camera to account for close up shots. Hope this helps. :)
1655349
There are "no flash" modes available. By default the P/AV/TV/M modes don't bring up the flash. In the scene modes there should be a "no flash" mode and I also believe auto-flash is disable is sport and landscape modes. When it comes to a "silent shutter" you can disable the annoying BEEP that many digital cameras have but you'll still hear the actual shutter go off. I know the Canon 60D has "silent shutter" modes that actually reduces the noise produced by the shutter but I don't believe it filters down to this level. I can't say I own this camera but I own the ones on either side of it (T3 and 60D) before the T4i came out. There are "no flash" modes available. By default the P/AV/TV/M modes don't bring up the flash. In the scene modes there should be a "no flash" mode and I also believe auto-flash is disable is sport and landscape modes. When it comes to a "silent shutter" you can disable the annoying BEEP that many digital cameras have but you'll still hear the actual shutter go off. I know the Canon 60D has "silent shutter" modes that actually reduces the noise produced by the shutter but I don't believe it filters down to this level. I can't say I own this camera but... » Read More There are "no flash" modes available. By default the P/AV/TV/M modes don't bring up the flash. In the scene modes there should be a "no flash" mode and I also believe auto-flash is disable is sport and landscape modes. When it comes to a "silent shutter" you can disable the annoying BEEP that many digital cameras have but you'll still hear the actual shutter go off. I know the Canon 60D has "silent shutter" modes that actually reduces the noise produced by the shutter but I don't believe it filters down to this level. I can't say I own this camera but I own the ones on either side of it (T3 and 60D) before the T4i came out. « Show Less
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My flash comes on automatically when I slide the button to pop it on, u can go to the menu & play with it but I've never had a prob before. If nothing else Kodak has great customer service
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To use the flash, you have to manually lift it up from the top of the camera. It does work quite well though.
370864
What you are talking about are ISO settings. ISO settings are for LIGHTING situations when not wanting to use the flash. Not to forget that the higher the ISO the more noise there is. So Ill tell you what, try using your camera on ISO 800 without the flash, and take a pic while shaking your hand. It doesnt have to be violent, just up and down. Or you can even try taking an action shot. Then, tell me how great it comes out.Or, you can read this...http://www.engadget.com/2006/04/27/canons-powershot-sd630-review-roundup/
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So far (with all the settings I've tried), there is no auto-flash. You must press a button. Good: doesn't distract players on the field. Bad: camera reverts to ISO 800 which can be grainy.
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I have a t4i. So far I can't get my pop up flash to engage with the lightscoop. Hoping there is some type of setting I can change. But most likely not gonna happen. Bummer...
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Yes. Just click the "Lightening" Symbol to turn it off. Unlike my older Canon PowerShot, the flash setting stays on Auto or off until I change it. The older PowerShot would reset back to Auto every time I powered the camera on and off.
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There are "no flash" modes available. By default the P/AV/TV/M modes don't bring up the flash. In the scene modes there should be a "no flash" mode and I also believe auto-flash is disable is sport and landscape modes. When it comes to a "silent shutter" you can disable the annoying BEEP that many digital cameras have but you'll still hear the actual shutter go off. I know the Canon 60D has "silent shutter" modes that actually reduces the noise produced by the shutter but I don't believe it filters down to this level. I can't say I own this camera but I own the ones on either side of it (T3 and 60D) before the T4i came out.
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You push the little black flash button in the back that allows the camera to autoflash. This isn't a timing issue for me because if you need a flash that fast the camera won't take the picture anyway. This is a small camera better quality than the pocket cameras in that range. The zoom is great and photo quality is also wonderful. I have two larger cameras the PowerShot SX10 IS it is my medium camera better than this one but again speed isn't going to work for action shots. If speed is required then you need to look into the EOS range. I have the Rebel xTi but my upgrade will probably be the EOS 60D. I hope this helps! You push the little black flash button in the back that allows the camera to autoflash. This isn't a timing issue for me because if you need a flash that fast the camera won't take the picture anyway. This is a small camera better quality than the pocket cameras in that range. The zoom is great and photo quality is also wonderful. I have two larger cameras the PowerShot SX10 IS it is my medium camera better than this one but again speed isn't going to work for action shots. If speed is required then you need to look into the EOS range. I have the Rebel xTi but my upgrade will probably be... » Read More You push the little black flash button in the back that allows the camera to autoflash. This isn't a timing issue for me because if you need a flash that fast the camera won't take the picture anyway. This is a small camera better quality than the pocket cameras in that range. The zoom is great and photo quality is also wonderful. I have two larger cameras the PowerShot SX10 IS it is my medium camera better than this one but again speed isn't going to work for action shots. If speed is required then you need to look into the EOS range. I have the Rebel xTi but my upgrade will probably be the EOS 60D. I hope this helps! « Show Less
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You can turn on and turn off the flash, unless you set it to automatic mode.
1460817
What is happening that you feel the shutter is being left open too long? Are you shooting in manual mode? I know the only issue I had with this flash was cannot shoot with a long shutter because it blacks out the photo. Is that what you're having?
301448
how did you do this? I read the booklet that comes with the camera, & can't seem to find what page to look in to change the flash intensity. Please tell me where to look to do this. thanks. missjudyb@msn.com I will look for your reply. missjudyb@msn.com
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Hi there Angela I recently bought this camera after doing a lot of research. One of the only things that people would sometimes say was bad about the camera was that under certain conditions, the pictures came out in a condition like the one you described. There are a few things that you can do to help get rid of this "noise": 1. Choose a lower ISO setting. This setting changes the sensitivity to the light. You cannot change this value in the "Simple" mode, but in PASM and scene you can. The lower the ISO level, the more likely you might need to use flash, so open the flash and turn it to Auto (the default setting) when you use a lower ISO in poor to moderate lighting. 2. Change the internal Noise Reduction to High. You can access this setting in the PASM or Scene modes only as well. Changing this may make the picture a little less detailed, but probably only noticeable in something bigger than a 4 x 6. Access this setting by hitting the "Set" button, and then go down the menu to the third page, to a setting called Pict. Adj. and hit the right arrow. Noise reduction is the last choice. 3. If at all possible, take photos in good lighting. This will limit the use for internal brightening and adjusting, which will keep the natural colors and less noise in the picture. Hope this helps!
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Yes. On the turn dial on the backside of the camera, you will see a flash picture. If you press the dial in that direction, you are prompted with an interface on the screen to let you force the flash off. I've done it a few times. Works great.
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I set the flash on manual mode. Is that what you are asking, if not please clarify question.