Flexible Recording: Changing the Shutter Speed
Select the [
PROGRAM AE] recording program to use functions like the white balance or image effects, or use
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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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The camcorder automatically adjusts the aperture and shutter speed to obtain the optimal exposure for the subject.
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Set the shutter speed value. The camcorder automatically sets the appropriate aperture value.
FUNC.
[
PROGRAM AE] 
Desired recording program
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*, 1/4*, 1/8, 1/15, 1/30
To record in dimly lit places.
1/60
To record under most ordinary conditions.
1/100
To record indoor sports scenes.
1/250, 1/500, 1/1000**
To record from within a moving car or train or to shoot
1/2000**
To record outdoor sports scenes on sunny days.
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mode only.
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mode only.
NOTES
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-When setting the shutter speed, the number displayed will flash if the shutter speed selected 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 image, but the image quality may be lower, and the autofocus may not work well.
-The image may flicker when recording with fast shutter speeds.
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