Using an External Video Light

You can use the optional VL-5 Video Light or VFL-2 Video Flash Light when you need a video light that is stronger than the built-in mini video light.

Attach the optional video light to the mini advanced shoe.

•Refer to Using the Mini Advanced Shoe ( 83).

• appears when you turn on the optional video light (ON or AUTO). For details about using the optional video light, refer to the instruction manual of the accessory used.

Video Snapshot

Record a series of short scenes and combine them with music to add a new level of enjoyment to your movies. By changing the background music, you can give your scenes an entirely new feel.

Recording Video Snapshot Scenes

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1Press VIDEO SNAP .

The button’s blue light will turn on and a blue border appears on the screen.

2Press START/STOP .

• The camcorder records for about 4 seconds (the blue frame serves as

a visual progress bar) and then automatically returns to record pause mode.

•When the camcorder stops recording, the screen will momentarily turn black as if a camera shutter had released.

•In the movie index screen, video snapshot scenes are indicated with the mark.

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