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Basic operations
Hints for better shooting
For hand-held shots, you will get better results by holding the camcorder according to
the following suggestions:
• Hold the camcorder firmly and secure it with the grip strap so that you can easily
manipulate the controls with your thumb.
[a]
• Place your elbows against your side.
• Place your left hand under the camcorder to support it.
• Place your eye against the viewfinder eyecup.
• Be sure not to touch the built-in microphone.
• Use the LCD panel frame or the viewfinder frame as a guide to determine the
horizontal plane.
• You can also record in a low position to get an interesting angle. Lift the viewfinder
up for record from a low position.
[
b
]
• You can also record in a low position or even in a high position using the LCD panel.
[
c
]
• When you use the LCD screen outdoors in direct sunlight, the LCD screen may be
difficult to see. If this happens, we recommend that you use the viewfinder.
[a]
[b]
[c]
