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Using the Camcorder
In addition to taking photos, the camera also doubles as a
camcorder that also allows you to record, view, and send
high definition videos.
Shooting Video
Tip:
When shooting video in direct sunlight or in bright
conditions, it is recommended that you provide your
subject with sufficient light by having the light source
behind you.
Note:
The camera may not be able to properly record videos to
a memory card with a slow transfer speed.
1.
From the Home screen, tap
(
Apps
)
➔
(
Camera
) to activate the camera mode.
2.
Using the camera’s main display screen as a
viewfinder, adjust the image by aiming the camcorder
at the subject.
3.
Before you take a video, use the Volume control
buttons to zoom in or out. You can magnify the video up
to x4 (400 percent).
Note:
Use either the Up and Down volume keys or spread/
pinch the screen to zoom in or out. For more
information, refer to
“Navigating Through the Screens”
on page 43.
4.
Tap the Video key (
) to begin shooting video. The
red light will blink while recording.
5.
Tap anywhere on the screen to re-focus the camera on
that object. The camcorder auto-focuses on the new
target area.
6.
To capture an image from the video while recording,
tap
. This feature is not available while the
anti-shake feature is activated.
7.
Tap the Stop key (
) to stop the recording and save
the video file to your Camera folder.
– or –
Tap the Pause key (
) to pause the recording.
8.
Once the file has been saved, tap the image viewer,
then tap
(
Play
) to playback your video for review.
9.
Press
to return to the viewer.