32 Adjusting the Picture: Exposure, Focus and Color

[ NIGHT]

-Moving subjects may leave a trailing afterimage.

-Picture quality may not be as good as in other modes.

-White points may appear on the screen.

-Autofocus may not work as well as in other modes. In such case, adjust the focus manually.

[ SNOW]/[ BEACH]

-The subject may become overexposed on cloudy days or in shaded places. Check the image on the screen.

[FIREWORKS]

To avoid camcorder shake, we recommend using a tripod.

Adjusting the Picture: Exposure, Focus and Color

Manual Exposure Adjustment

At times, backlit subjects may appear too dark (underexposed) or subjects under very strong lights may appear too bright or glaring (overexposed). To correct this, you can manually adjust the exposure.

POINTS TO CHECK

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Mode switch: (except for the

[FIREWORKS] recording program).

EXP

BACK

1If the joystick guide does not appear on screen, press ( ) to display it.

2Push the joystick ( ) towards [EXP].

[EXP] on the joystick guide changes to light blue and the exposure

adjustment indicator and the neutral value “±0” appear on the screen.

If you operate the zoom during exposure lock, the brightness of the image may change.

3Adjust () the brightness of the image as required.

The adjustment range and the length of the exposure adjustment indicator will vary depending on the initial brightness of the picture.

Pushing the joystick ( ) towards [EXP] again will return the camcorder to automatic exposure.

4Push the joystick ( ) towards [BACK] to save the exposure setting.

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Canon MD111, MD110 Adjusting the Picture Exposure, Focus and Color, Mode switch except for Fireworks recording program

MD101, MD110, MD120, MD111 specifications

The Canon MD series of camcorders, including the MD111, MD120, MD110, and MD101, represent an era of compact and user-friendly video recording technology aimed at enthusiasts and casual users alike. Each model provides unique features, yet they share a common lineage rooted in Canon's commitment to quality imaging.

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