Using the Recording Programs
Advanced Functions
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NOTES
When the mode switch is set to
, the
joystick guide will not appear.
Do not change the position of the mode
switch while recording, as the brightness of the
image may change abruptly.
When setting a numeric value (aperture or
shutter speed), the number display will flash if
the aperture or shutter speed is not appropriate
for the recording conditions. In such case,
select a different value.
[
SHUTTER-PRIO.AE]
- If you use a slow shutter speed in dark places,
you can obtain a brighter image, but the image
quality may be lower, and the autofocus may
not work well.
- The image may flicker when recording with
high shutter speeds.
-
Recording movies under fluorescent lights:
If the
screen starts to flicker, select [
SHUTTER-
PRIO.AE] and set the shutter speed to 1/100.
[
APERTURE-PRIO.AE]
- The actual range of values available for
selection will vary depending on the initial zoom
position.
Special Scene: Recording Programs to
Match Special Conditions
Recording in a very bright ski resort or
capturing the full colors of a sunset or a
fireworks display becomes as easy as
selecting a Special Scene recording
program.
POINTS TO CHECK
Mode switch:
NOTES
Do not change the position of the mode
switch while recording, as the brightness of the
image may change abruptly.
[
PORTRAIT]/[
SPORTS]/[
BEACH]/
[
SNOW]
- The picture may not appear smooth during
playback.
[
PORTRAIT]
- The blur effect of the background increases
the more you zoom in (
T
).
[
NIGHT]
- Moving subjects may leave a trailing
afterimage.
- Picture quality may not be as good as in other
modes.
- White points may appear on the screen.
- Autofocus may not work as well as in other
modes. In such case, adjust the focus manually.
[
SNOW]/[
BEACH]
- The subject may become overexposed on
cloudy days or in shaded places. Check the
image on the screen.
[
FIREWORKS]
- To avoid camcorder shake, we recommend
using a tripod. Make sure to use a tripod
especially in
, as the shutter speed
slows down.
(
FUNC.
Icon of the currently selected
Recording Program
Last icon on the right
(icon of the currently selected
Special Scene
)
Desired option
FUNC.
FUNC.
CO
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