EN 19

Dial Viewfinder Mode

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Auto Mode Lock
LOCK AUTO LOCK

Auto Mode Lock

Locks the camcorder in Full Auto mode, preventing
incorrect operation due to accidental button
pressing during shooting.
•In this mode the following controls are disabled;
DATE/TIME display select, and the Menu Jog Dial.
Auto Mode Release
RELEASE AUTO RELEASE

Auto Mode Release

Re-enables the controls that were disabled by Auto
Mode Lock.
Electronic
Fog Filter
FG FG : FOG

Electronic Fog Filter

Makes the picture look misty white, as when an
external fog filter is attached to the lens. Softens the
image and gives it a “fantasy” look.
ND Effect
ND ND: ND EFFECT

ND Effect

A black mist darkens the picture, as when an ND
filter is used. Helps to counter the effects of glare on
the subject.
Sepia
SEPIA

Sepia

The scene being shot is recorded in sepia-tinted
(reddish-brown) monochrome, giving the effect of
an older movie. Use together with Wide (Z pg. 20)
for the authentic look of a classic Hollywood
movie.

Dial Viewfinder Mode

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Twilight
TWILIGHT

Twilight

Dusk, twilight scenery, fireworks, etc., look more
natural and dramatic. The following happens when
Twilight mode is selected:
•Auto gain control is turned off.
•White Balance is set to “ ” (FINE day mode), but
can also be manually changed to another mode
(Z pg. 29).
•Auto Focus becomes available only in the range of
10 m to infinity. To focus when the subject-to-
camera distance is less than 10 m, use manual
focusing (Z pg. 27).
Sports
SPORTS

Sports

High shutter speed clearly captures fast-moving
action.
1/1000 sec.
High Speed Shutter
1/1000 S 1/1000
1
1/2000 sec.
High Speed Shutter
1/2000 S 1/2000
2

High-Speed Shutter (1/1000s., 1/2000s.)

Captures faster action than Sports mode.