Canon DC320 DC310/DC320 Instruction Manual - Page 38

[ PORTRAIT] The camcorder uses a large aperture, achieving a focus on the subject while blurring other distracting details. [ SPORTS] Use this mode to record sports scenes such as tennis or golf. [ NIGHT] Use this mode to record in dimly lit places. [ BEACH] Use this mode to record on a sunny beach. It prevents the subject from being underexposed. [ SUNSET] Use this mode to record sunsets in vibrant colors. [ SPOTLIGHT] Use this mode to record spotlit scenes. [ SNOW] Use this mode to record in bright ski resorts. It prevents the subject from being underexposed. [ FIREWORKS] Use this mode to record fireworks. NOTES • Do not set the mode switch to during the actual recording of a scene; the brightness of the picture may change abruptly. • [ PORTRAIT]/[ SPORTS]/ [ BEACH]/[ SNOW] - The picture may not appear smooth during playback. • [ PORTRAIT] - The blur effect of the background increases the more you zoom in (T). • [ NIGHT] - Moving subjects may leave a trailing afterimage. - Picture quality may not be as good as in other modes. - White points may appear on the screen. - Autofocus may not work as well as in other modes. In such case, adjust the focus manually. • [ SNOW]/[ BEACH] - The subject may become overexposed on cloudy days or in shaded places. Check the image on the screen. • [ FIREWORKS] - To avoid camcorder shake, we recommend using a tripod. Make sure to use a tripod especially in mode, as the shutter speed slows down. 38 • Video