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Avattar · Jul 11, 2006, 4:13 AM

I'm considering getting the FL-36 for my E-500 but have a few questions: 1) One of the things that bugs me about using the in-built flash on the E-500 is the series of flashes it emits to focus at night before the actual shot is taken. Would this problem be solved with the FL-36 attached? I'm assuming the FL-36 uses IR to help in night time focusing? 2) Can the in-built flash be popped up and used as a fill light with the FL-36 attached? I've read conflicting statements on this point and was wondering if anyone can confirm this?Really appreciate any help on these matters. Many thanks!

bilzmale · Jul 11, 2006, 5:12 AM

1. Yes the FL36 uses its own red focussing light.

2. You cannot use the built in flash on the E500 - you can on the E300 which might be the source of confusion.

Try this site for info:

http://www.wrotniak.net/photo/oly-e/fl-36.html

The site is a wealth of info on Olympus.

Bill

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Jul 11, 2006, 4:13 AM	#1
Avattar Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Posts: 1	I'm considering getting the FL-36 for my E-500 but have a few questions: 1) One of the things that bugs me about using the in-built flash on the E-500 is the series of flashes it emits to focus at night before the actual shot is taken. Would this problem be solved with the FL-36 attached? I'm assuming the FL-36 uses IR to help in night time focusing? 2) Can the in-built flash be popped up and used as a fill light with the FL-36 attached? I've read conflicting statements on this point and was wondering if anyone can confirm this?Really appreciate any help on these matters. Many thanks!

Jul 11, 2006, 5:12 AM	#2
bilzmale Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Posts: 81	1. Yes the FL36 uses its own red focussing light. 2. You cannot use the built in flash on the E500 - you can on the E300 which might be the source of confusion. Try this site for info: http://www.wrotniak.net/photo/oly-e/fl-36.html The site is a wealth of info on Olympus. Bill