Advanced Functions

Automatic Exposure and Special Scene Recording Programs

The recording program determines how much control you have over the camcorder’s recording-related settings. Select the [ Programmed AE] recording program to give you full control over functions like the white balance or image effects. Alternatively, give the cam- corder more control by selecting a Special Scene recording program.

Operating modes:

Using [ Programmed AE]

When you use the [ Programmed AE] recording program, the cam- corder automatically adjusts the aperture and shutter speed to obtain the optimal exposure for the subject.

FUNC. [ Programmed AE] FUNC.

Special Scene Recording Programs

Select a Special Scene recording program to easily make recordings in a variety of situations by letting the camcorder take control of various settings.

FUNC. [ Programmed AE] [ Portrait] Press to display the Special Scene (SCN) recording programs

Desired recording program FUNC.

Options ( Default value)

[Portrait] The camcorder uses a large aper- ture, to achieve a sharp focus on the subject while blurring the background.

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