Using zoom

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. 46). Occasional use of the zoom is effective, but use it sparingly for best results.

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.

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 use the zoom buttons on LCD frame

Keep W pressed to record wider range of view, and keep T pressed to record closer view.

bNotes

•You cannot change the zoom speed with the zoom buttons on LCD frame.

•To press the zoom buttons on LCD frame, support the LCD panel with your hand.

Using the built-in light

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

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.

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.

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Recording

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