I hear you. Tim,


If you want to make the best of the pop up flash on your camera then I would suggest:


Between now and the time you leave try to take at least 10 pop-up flash shots per day for practice. Think about all the scenarios you may be shooting in and do your best to experiment with different types of lighting. Learn when and how to use your flash compensation setting and get yourself use to the results that it gives. That will help to take the guess work out of the equation when you get there and need to capture something important. Read up on using gels with flash and order a sheet of Rosco CTOfrom somewhere like Midwest Photo Exchange. Figure out an easy method of putting gel over your pop up when needed. This can make a big difference when shooting inside in ambient light. The main thing is is that you practice. If you run into a situation where the results are not what your looking for, post some pics with EXIF intact and I'm sure there's half a dozen guys or gals here that can suggest ways of getting better results under that particular shooting situation. Good help and advice, tips and techniques are the reason we're all here.


Take Care,


Chuck