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Movies
Recording Movies
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Before recording, select a frame size using the
W
MOVIE MODE
option in the
shooting menu. Select
h
1280
(1280 × 720) for an aspect ratio of 16 : 9 (High Defi-
nition),
f
(640 × 480) to record standard definition movies, or
g
(320 × 240) for
longer movies.
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Focus, exposure, and white balance are adjusted automatically throughout record-
ing. The color and brightness of the image may vary from that displayed before
recording begins.
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Sounds made by the camera may be recorded.
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Do not open the battery-chamber cover during shooting or saving a movie on a
memory card. Failure to observe this precaution could prevent the movie from
being played back.
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Vertical or horizontal streaks may appear in movies containing very bright subjects.
This is normal and does not indicate a malfunction.
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The temperature of the camera may rise if it is used to record movies for an ex-
tended period or if the ambient temperature is high. This is normal and does not
indicate a malfunction.
