I agree. Furthermore, it's better to use the flash than not capture the moment at all. > In my book, there is never a scenario where it is okay to use a flash,

I agree. Furthermore, it's better to use the flash than not capture the moment at all. > In my book, there is never a scenario where it is okay to use a flash, if it is too dark to take the photo, then don’t take it. Statements like this reminds me of audiophiles that refuse to listen to music on "substandard" audio gear. Real music lovers enjoy the content, and would rather have poor quality than no music at all. They love the music and not the equipment. The same applies here. No photo vs photo with suboptimal lighting, I'll take the latter.