OFF ()Records without flash.

bNotes

The recommended distance to the subject when using the built-in flash is approximately 0.3 to 2.5 m (1 to 8 feet).

Remove any dust from the surface of the flash lamp before using it. Flash effect may be impaired if heat discoloration or dust obscures the lamp.

/CHG lamp (p. 139) flickers while charging the flash, and remains lit when charging is complete.

If you use the flash when shooting a backlit subject or in bright places, the flash may not be effective.

FLASH LEVEL

You can set this function when you shoot still images using the built-in flash, or an external flash (optional) that is compatible with your camcorder.

HIGH( )Makes the flash level higher.BNORMAL()LOW()Makes the flash level lower.

REDEYE REDUC

You can set this function when you shoot still images using the built-in flash, or an external flash (optional) that is compatible with your camcorder.

Set [REDEYE REDUC] to [ON], then set [FLASH MODE] (p. 88) to [AUTO] or [ON] to display .

You can prevent redeye by activating the flash before recording.

bNotes

The redeye reduction may not produce the desired effect due to individual differences and other conditions.

FACE DETECTION

Adjusts the focus/color/exposure of face images automatically. Also, adjusts face images for clear viewing.

BON ()Detects face images in frames, then adjusts their image quality automatically.Face detection frameFace detection iconON [NO FRAMES] ()

Detects face images without frames, then adjusts their image quality automatically.

OFF

Face images are no detected.

bNotes

Your camcorder may not be able to detect face images depending on the recording condition.

Your camcorder may not be able to optimize the images depending on the recording condition. In this case, set [FACE DETECTION] to [OFF].

INDEX SET

The camcorder detects faces automatically during movie recording. The default setting is [ON].

Face icons and their meanings : This icon appears when the setting is [ON].

: This icon flashes when your camcorder detects a face. The icon stops flashing when the face is recorded in the Face Index.

: This icon appears when faces cannotbe recorded in the Face Index.

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