recording options
EV (Exposure Value)
The camcorder usually adjusts the exposure automatically.
You can also manually adjust the exposure to match the recording conditions.
Setting the exposure manually:
When you manually set the exposure, the default setting appears initially and is automatically adjusted according to the environmental light conditions.
•Press the Control button ( / ) to adjust the exposure while viewing the image on the LCD screen.
-Confirm your selection by pressing the OK button.
-You can set the exposure value between
-If you set the exposure to manual, the higher the exposure, the brighter the recorded photo will be.
-Exposure value setting will be applied and (
) indicator and setting value are displayed.
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EV
Adjust
Exit
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9999 
EV
+1.0
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9999 
+1.0
Manual exposure is recommended in the following situations :
•When shooting using reverse lighting or when the background is too bright.
•When shooting against a reflective natural background such as at the beach or when skiing.
•When the background is overly dark or the subject is bright.
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| Brighter(+) |
Neutral(0)
• You can also set the exposure in the shortcut menu. ²page 27
• The shutter speed also varies automatically depending on the EV value.