The Low Light Shot mode automatically selects the camera's best setting when shooting in low light conditions.

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To complement the speed of the f1.8 lens, the camera's low-light mode automatically adjusts the ISO sensitivity up to ISO 12, 800 to take sharp, full-resolution photos in dim conditions, and an easily accessible built-in pop-up flash and AF illuminator brightens low-lit subjects, reduces red-eye and fills in dark areas.

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Range (HDR) capabilities and offers an optimized mode for low light and indoor photos.

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In low light conditions with EXR Auto mode selected, the F-Series automatically identify if the subject is moving.

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Operators can also hold the switch down to run the flashlight in low mode, producing a 50 lumen light beam and a longer 12 hour runtime.

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In addition to much improved low light performance, the HD HERO2 can capture up to ten 11 megapixel photos in a one second burst mode as well as automatic time-lapse photos with quick .5 second timing between photos.

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