Canon DC211, DC201 Desired option, Flexible Recording Changing the Aperture and Shutter Speed

Recording Programs 41

Flexible Recording: Changing the Aperture and Shutter Speed

Use the automatic exposure (AE) program or give priority to the exposure value or the shutter speed.

POINTS TO CHECK

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Mode switch: P

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. Use a high shutter speed to record fast moving subjects or a slow shutter speed to add a certain motion blur, emphasizing the feel of movement.

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FUNC.	Icon of the currently selected
	Recording Program

TO SET THE SHUTTER SPEED OR APERTURE VALUE

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. When the numeric value can be adjusted, small arrows will appear next to the number.

2Adjust () the numeric value (shutter speed or aperture value). The number displayed will flash if the shutter speed is not appropriate for the recording conditions. In such case, select a different value.

NOTES

Do not change the position of the mode switch while recording, as the brightness of the image may change abruptly.

[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.

Advanced Functions

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