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Superb Shooting Control
Navigation Control Dial
The HG10’s direct-operation Navigation Control Dial makes it easy and convenient
to operate. Located on the LCD control panel, it allows you to select the navigation
buttons you want with a turn of the dial. Simply press the “Set” button on the LCD
monitor and your choice is confi rmed. You can also select footage for playback by
using this button.
Variable Zoom Speed Control
Another sure sign of amateur video is the unsteady zoom
shot. But with the HG10’s zoom control, you simply select
one of three pre-set zoom speeds for smooth, steady,
professional looking zooms.
Focus Assist Function
The image quality of High Defi nition demands a properly focused subject. The Focus Assist feature
on the HG10 gives you sharp focus by zooming into your image to let you focus on a close up of
your subject. It’s the way professional videographers and photographers work manually. A Peaking
function also helps, by emphasizing image contours.
Level and Grid Markers
With the Level Marker feature, it’s easy to keep
your camera level for more professional looking
video. Line up any horizontal lines in your shot --
such as the horizon -- to the marker and you can
be sure your camcorder is level.
The HG10’s Grid Marker feature lets you
compose your shot accurately, according to the
grid in your viewfi nder. You can even choose from
two different colors for the grid. This ensures that
you see the grid, no matter what the background
color of your shot is.