Recording

This function cannot be used in picture recording mode.

To use the zoom microphone function

[HDD] [SD]

The zoom microphone is linked to the zooming operation so that far-away sounds with a tele- shot and close-up sounds with a wide-angle shot are recorded more clearly.

¬Rotate the mode dial to select .

Press the MENU button, then select [ADVANCED] # [ZOOM MIC] # [ON] and press the joystick.

MENU

Recording yourself

[HDD] [SD]

You can record yourself while viewing the LCD monitor.

¬Rotate the mode dial to select or .

Rotate the LCD monitor towards the lens side.

The image is horizontally flipped as if you see a mirror image. (However the image recorded is the same as a normal recording.)

When the LCD monitor is rotated towards the lens side, the icon will not be displayed even if you press the joystick.

Only some indications will appear on the screen. When [°] appears, return the direction of the LCD monitor to normal position and check the warning/alarm indication.

(l 107)

Recording with the video light (SDR-H200)

This built-in video light is for recording in dark places.

[HDD] [SD]

Gain up mode works with the video light to enhance the light’s brightness and brighten the natural colors in a scene.

Gain up mode cannot be used in picture recording mode.

¬Rotate the mode dial to select or .

Press the LIGHT button.

LIGHT

Each time you press the LIGHT button:

AVideo light and gain up mode on (video recording mode only):

Brighter than when only the video light is on,

but washed out images will appear.

BVideo light on:

To eliminate washed out images, use this

mode.

CVideo light off

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Panasonic SDR-H18 Recording yourself, Recording with the video light SDR-H200, To use the zoom microphone function

SDR-H200, SDR-H18, SDR-H20 specifications

The Panasonic SDR-H20, SDR-H18, and SDR-H200 are compact and versatile camcorders that cater to a wide spectrum of videography needs. With a combination of user-friendly features and advanced technology, these models offer exceptional value for casual and enthusiastic videographers alike.

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