02[HIGH-SPEED ZOOM] High-speed Zoom

In mode, makes the zoom operation at the constant zoom speeds 14 - 16 even faster (in mode the default is [ON] and cannot be changed).

When set to [ON], if you operate the zoom ring very quickly the zoom response may lag slightly.

At the fastest zoom speed settings the autofocus may not work correctly.

Setting Options: 00 – OFF, 01 – ON.

03[FOCUS RING CTRL] Focus Ring Control

Selects the sensitivity of the response when operating the FOCUS ring.

Setting Options: 00 – NORMAL, 01 – SLOW.

04[BUTTONS OPER.] Buttons Operation

Changes the length of pressing various buttons to prevent their accidental operation. When you select [LONG PUSH], keep the button pressed for more than 1 second.

Setting Options

MAGN. button

WHITE BAL.

button

EXP. LOCK button

PUSH AF button

00

ONE PUSH

ONE PUSH

 

ONE PUSH

ONE PUSH

01

LONG PUSH

 

 

 

 

02

ONE PUSH

LONG PUSH

 

 

 

03

LONG PUSH

 

 

 

 

04

ONE PUSH

ONE PUSH

 

LONG PUSH

 

05

LONG PUSH

 

 

 

 

06

ONE PUSH

LONG PUSH

 

 

 

07

LONG PUSH

 

 

 

 

08

ONE PUSH

ONE PUSH

 

ONE PUSH

LONG PUSH

09

LONG PUSH

 

 

 

 

10

ONE PUSH

LONG PUSH

 

 

 

11

LONG PUSH

 

 

 

 

12

ONE PUSH

ONE PUSH

 

LONG PUSH

 

13

LONG PUSH

 

 

 

 

14

ONE PUSH

LONG PUSH

 

 

 

15

LONG PUSH

 

 

 

 

05[RINGS DIRECTION] Rings Direction

Changes the direction of the adjustment when turning the camcorder’s rings.

Zoom ring: NORMAL – turn up for wide angle W, REVERSE – turn down for wide angle W.

Focus ring: NORMAL – turn up to focus closer, REVERSE – turn down to focus closer.

Iris ring: NORMAL – turn up to close, REVERSE – turn down to close.

Setting Options

Zoom ring

Focus ring

Iris ring

00

NORMAL

NORMAL

NORMAL

01

REVERSE

 

 

02

NORMAL

REVERSE

 

03

REVERSE

 

 

04

NORMAL

NORMAL

REVERSE

05

REVERSE

 

 

06

NORMAL

REVERSE

 

07

REVERSE

 

 

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Canon XH A1 HIGH-SPEED Zoom High-speed Zoom, Focus Ring Ctrl Focus Ring Control, Buttons OPER. Buttons Operation

XH A1 specifications

The Canon XH A1 is a professional-grade camcorder that has garnered significant attention in the world of video production since its release. Designed for both aspiring filmmakers and seasoned professionals, this camcorder combines advanced technology with user-friendly features, making it a versatile choice for various applications, including documentaries, weddings, and short films.

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