Using zoom

 

Using the built-in light

 

 

 

When the CAMERA mode is selected, you can choose zoom to magnification levels greater than 20 times, and from that point activate the digital zoom ([D ZOOM], p. 47). Occasional use of the zoom is effective, but use it sparingly for best results.

You can use the built-in light to suit your shooting situation. The recommended distance between the subject and camcorder is about 1.5 m (5 feet).

Built-in light

1 cm (approx.

80 cm (approx.

1/2 inch)*

2 5/8 feet)*

*The minimum distance required between your camcorder and the subject to get a sharp focus in that position of the lever.

Recording

LIGHT

Press LIGHT repeatedly to select a setting.

The settings are displayed cyclically in the following order.

No indicator displayed: Always records without using the built-in light.

m

: Automatically turns on and off according to the ambient brightness.

m

: Always turns on.

Move the power zoom lever slightly for a slower zoom. Move it further for a faster zoom.

To record wider range of view

Move the power zoom lever towards W. The subject appears farther away (Wide angle).

To record closer view

Move the power zoom lever towards T. The subject appears closer (Telephoto).

To turn off the built-in light

Press LIGHT repeatedly until no indicator appears on the screen.

bNotes

•The built-in video light emits very bright light, which is perfectly safe in normal use. However, avoid directly aiming the light at a subject’s eyes from very close range.

•The battery pack discharges quickly while the built- in light is turned on.

•When you do not use your camcorder, turn the built- in light off and remove the battery pack to avoid turning on the built-in light accidentally.

•When flickering occurs while shooting in the

mode, press LIGHT until appears.

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