The flash light output is changed depending on subject distance. The aperture setting is fixed. The HX-14 flash unit is now functioning like a normal electronic flash light. In poor light conditions always use a tripod to support your camera. M mode Nothing automatic.
Flash unit is set for maximal light output.
If the flash unit is set to mode A the available light is not measured. Using other flash units Almost any flash unit can be used with your camera. Only automatic and manual flash mode are available for non HX-14 flash units. A. Choose a correct aperture for the available light and use the same aperture value for your flash unit. To get a more subtle effect set the work aperture on the flash unit one or two stops larger than the aperture on your camera.