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Smart Use of Camera’s Built-in Flash
Generally speaking, I wouldn’t say I like using the camera’s built-in flash. However, there are a few situations that the built-in flash is convenient.
Use Camera’s Built-in Flash Cleverly.
The tiny size of the camera’s built-in flash makes it an undesirable source of light for pro photographers. That is why pro cameras do not have a pop-up flash.
However, the built-in flash can be handy as the second source of light.
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The second light source works as a fill flash to brighten the subject against a bright background. Here is a sample of a backlit subject without using a flash.
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How to Use a Camera’s Built-in Flash for Fill Light
It is straightforward. In any camera settings other than fully Auto, activate the built-in flash, and your camera will take care of the rest for you. Ensure that your subject is not further than two meters, as the flash is not powerful enough for distances over two meters.
The camera’s built-in flash is a TTL flash, which means that the camera adjusts the flash’s output. Therefore, You don’t need to work extra to set the exposure for the fill light.
Another Precaution
Generally, whenever using a flash, try to avoid bright colour objects in the foreground. Therefore, if possible, remove bright colour elements from the foreground, or cover them with darker colour fabrics.
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