Recording
Various recording functions
Zoom in/out function
You can zoom in up to 12k optically.
¬Rotate the mode dial to select 
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Move the zoom lever.
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W T
T side:
W side:
≥If you take your finger off the zoom lever during
zoom operation, the operation sound may be recorded. When returning the zoom lever to the original position, move it quietly.
≥When zooming in while holding this unit by hand, we recommend using the image stabilizer function. (l 59)
≥When distant subjects are brought closer, they are focused at about 1.2 m (3.9 feet) or more.
≥When the zoom magnification is 1k, this unit can focus on a subject approx. 4 cm (1.6q) away from the lens. (Macro function)
≥The zoom speed varies depending on the range over which the zoom lever is moved. (The zoom speed does not vary when operating with the remote control.)
≥If the zoom lever is pushed to the end, you can zoom from 1k up to 12k in as fast as approx.
1.8 seconds.
≥When the zoom speed is high, the subject may not be focused easily.
Digital zoom function
If the zoom magnification exceeds 12k, then the digital zoom function will be activated. The maximum magnification provided by the digital zoom can be switched.
¬Rotate the mode dial to select 
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Press the MENU button, then select [BASIC] # [D.ZOOM] # desired item and press the cursor button.
[OFF]: Optical zoom only (Up to 12k)
[30k]: Up to 30k
[700k]: Up to 700k
≥If [30k] or [700k] is selected, the digital zoom range is displayed in blue while zooming.
≥The larger the digital zoom magnification, the more the image quality is degraded.
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