94 DMC 1000 Digital Media Camcorder User’s Guide (v1.15)
Chapter 8 - Shooting
Optical filter
Use the optical neutral density (ND) filters to reduce the incoming light and so control the
depth of field or exposure levels.
Gain
For low-light or high-light conditions use the gain switch to vary the amplification of the signal.
Exposure
Use 1/200, 1/500, 1/1000 or 1/2000 values to capture fast moving objects with little blurring.
8.1.4 Video adjustments
To ensure true color reproduction carry out the white balance procedure“Auto white balance”
on page 71.
– If you cannot perform the white balance procedure, select a fixed reference color
temperatures to match your lighting conditions, or
– use the AWC white balance position when a constant color balance is required under
changing lighting temperatures (sunsets, indoor/outdoor use).
To improve the contast of the picture when there are very bright and very dark areas in the
scene press the contrast button.
8.1.5 Audio adjustments
Monitor the audio sources and adjust their levels. Refer to “Recording audio” on page 82.
8.1.6 Frame and focus
1. Frame the subject by zooming in or out. Use the W (wide angle) and T (tele) switch on the
lens.
– You can also use the zoom control on the front of the carrying handle.
– Use the viewfinder markers to help frame the picture.
2. Adjust the focus on the lens.
– If the focus assist function is switched on, the viewfinder shows a pattern to assist with
focusing.
Zoom
control
Focus ring
Momentary
iris button
Auto/manual
iris switch