Deleting Clips

In Camera mode, the Last Clip DEL function for deleting the last recorded clip and the All Clips DEL function for deleting all clips from a memory card are available.

In Media mode, you can specify the clip to be deleted.

Recording

For clip deletion in Media mode, see “Deleting a

 

 

Clip” on page 104.

Deleting the Last Recorded Clip

Using the assignable button to which you assigned the Last Clip DEL function or the Setup menu, the last recorded clip is easily deleted.

To delete using the assignable button

Assign the Last Clip DEL function to one of the assignable buttons (see page 75) in advance.

1 Press the assignable button to which

you have assigned “Last Clip DEL.” The confirmation message is displayed.

2 Operating the joystick or the jog dial, select “Execute.”

The last recorded clip is deleted from the memory card.

To delete using the Setup menu

1 Select “Last Clip DEL” from “Clip” of the OTHERS menu.

 

 

OTHERS

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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: Part

 

 

 

 

 

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Country

 

: NTSC

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: 0001

00:00

 

Video Format

: HQ 1080/60i

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Last

C l i p DEL

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2 Select “Execute.”

The confirmation message is displayed.

3 Select “Execute” again.

The last recorded clip is deleted from the memory card.

For details on menu operations, see “Basic Menu Operations” on page 114.

Deleting All Clips

Using the Setup menu, you can delete all recorded clips from the memory card in the selected card slot.

1 Select “All Clips DEL” from “Clip” of the OTHERS menu.

2 Select “Execute.”

The confirmation message is displayed.

3 Select “Execute” again.

All the clips are deleted from the memory card.

Note

Clips with the OK mark applied cannot be deleted.

For details on the OK mark, see “Adding the OK Mark to a Clip” on page 103.

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Sony PMW-EX3 manual Deleting Clips, Deleting the Last Recorded Clip, Deleting All Clips, To delete using the Setup menu

PMW-EX3 specifications

The Sony PMW-EX3 is a professional camcorder that has established itself as a favorite among filmmakers, broadcasters, and content creators. Launched as part of Sony's XDCAM EX series, the PMW-EX3 is renowned for its versatility, robust features, and high-quality output.

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The EX3 utilizes a 1/2-inch Exmor CMOS sensor that excels in low-light conditions, delivering stunning image quality with rich detail and dynamic range. This sensor contributes to the camera's ability to produce vivid colors and natural skin tones, which is essential for professionals seeking to create visually compelling content.

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