Video

Options

 Default value

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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.

[PROGRAM AE] Desired recording program*

FUNC.

*When you select [ SHUTTER-PRIO.AE], do not press FUNC. and continue instead with the following procedure.

TO SET THE SHUTTER SPEED

1Adjust ( ) the shutter speed to

the desired value and then press

.

2 Press FUNC. .

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

[ 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 image, but image quality may be lower, and autofocus may not work well.

-The image may flicker when recording with fast shutter speeds.

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