Canon 310, DC311, DC301 Flexible Recording Changing the Shutter Speed, Points To Check

Flexible Recording: Changing the Shutter Speed

Use the automatic exposure (AE) program to use functions like the white balance or image effects, or give priority to the shutter speed.

Use faster shutter speeds to record subjects moving quickly. Use slower shutter speeds to add motion blur, emphasizing the feel of movement.

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		POINTS TO CHECK
Mode switch:
Options			 Default value
	[	PROGRAM AE]

The camcorder automatically adjusts the aperture and shutter speed to obtain the optimal exposure for the subject.

[ SHUTTER-PRIO.AE]

Set the shutter speed value. The camcorder automatically sets the appropriate aperture value.

FUNC.

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FUNC.

[ PROGRAM AE] Desired option

FUNC.

TO SET THE SHUTTER SPEED

When you select [ SHUTTER- PRIO.AE], a numeric value will appear next to the recording program icon.

1If the joystick guide appears on the

screen, press to hide it.

2Adjust ( ) the shutter speed to the desired value.

Shutter speed guidelines

Note that on screen only the

denominator is displayed – [ 250] indicates a shutter speed of 1/250 second, etc.

1/2*, 1/3*, 1/6, 1/12, 1/25

To record in dimly lit places.

1/50

To record under most ordinary conditions.

1/120

To record indoor sports scenes.

1/250, 1/500, 1/1000**

To record from within a moving car or train or to shoot fast-moving subjects such as roller coasters.

1/2000**

To record outdoor sports scenes on sunny days.

* mode only.

** mode only.

NOTES

•Do not set the mode switch to during the actual recording of a scene; the brightness of the picture may change abruptly.

•[ SHUTTER-PRIO.AE]

-When setting the shutter speed, the number display will flash if the value is not appropriate for the recording conditions. In such case, select a different value.

-If you use a slow shutter speed in dark places, you can obtain a brighter

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