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Glossary of terms
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Pixels
A pixel is the smallest unit (dot) used to make up an image. Clear large-sized printed
images require millions of pixels.
S (Shutter Priority) Mode
Also called Shutter Priority AE mode. The user selects the shutter speed and the
camera automatically varies the aperture so that the picture is taken with the best
exposure.
Slave Flash
A wireless flash that is not connected to the camera by a synchronization cord. It
flashes in phase with the flash on the camera and can be used for lighting
techniques, such as changing the way shadows are cast on a subject.
Sleep Mode
A mode designed to save battery life. The camera automatically enters the sleep
mode if you do not operate it for a certain time. To exit the sleep mode, use any
button on the camera (shutter button, arrow pad, etc.).
Synchro Terminals
Terminals on an external flash unit for connecting it to the camera.
TFT (Thin-Film Transistor) Color Monitor
A transistor color monitor constructed using thin-film technology.
TTL-AUTO
For use with an external flash. Light emitted by the flash is measured by the light
receptor in the camera as it passes through the lens. A signal is then sent to adjust
the external flash intensity.