Changing the Shutter Speed and Aperture

Select the [ Programmed AE] recording program to use functions like the white balance or image effects. Select one of the other automatic exposure recording programs to control the shutter speed or aperture.

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Options ( Default value)

[ Programmed AE] The camcorder automatically adjusts the aperture and shutter speed to obtain the optimal exposure for the subject.

[Shutter-Priority AE] Set the shutter speed value. The cam- corder automatically sets the appropriate aperture value. Use faster shutter speeds to record subjects moving quickly; use slower shutter speeds to add motion blur, emphasizing the feel of movement.

[Aperture-Priority AE] Set the aperture value. The camcorder automatically sets the appropriate shutter speed. Use low aper- ture values (larger lens opening) to softly blur the background in a portrait; use high aperture values (smaller lens opening) to get a wider depth of field, giving a sharp focus all throughout a land- scape.

FUNC. [ Programmed AE] Desired recording program*

FUNC.

*When you select [ Shutter-Priority AE] or [ Aperture-Priority AE], do not press FUNC. and continue instead with the following procedure.

To set the shutter speed or aperture value

1 Press .

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

3 Press , then FUNC. to save the setting and close the menu.

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