Canon DC420 DC410/DC420 Instruction Manual - Page 38

Flexible Recording: Changing the Shutter Speed Select the [ PROGRAM AE] recording program to use functions like the white balance or image effects, or use [ SHUTTER-PRIO.AE] to give priority to the shutter speed. Use faster shutter speeds to record subjects moving quickly; use slower shutter speeds to add motion blur, emphasizing the feel of movement. ( 21) POINTS TO CHECK Mode switch: Options [ PROGRAM AE]  Default value The camcorder automatically adjusts the aperture and shutter speed to obtain the optimal exposure for the subject. [ SHUTTER-PRIO.AE] Set the shutter speed value. The camcorder automatically sets the appropriate aperture value. FUNC. [ PROGRAM AE] Desired recording program FUNC. TO SET THE SHUTTER SPEED When you select [ SHUTTERPRIO.AE], a numeric value will appear next to the recording program icon. 1 If the joystick guide appears on the screen, press to hide it. 2 Adjust ( ) the shutter speed to the desired value. Shutter speed guidelines Note that on screen only the denominator is displayed - [ 250] indicates a shutter speed of 1/250 second, etc. 1/2*, 1/4*, 1/8, 1/15, 1/30 To record in dimly lit places. 1/60 To record under most ordinary conditions. 1/100 To record indoor sports scenes. 1/250, 1/500, 1/1000** To record from within a moving car or train or to shoot fast-moving subjects such as roller coasters. 1/2000** To record outdoor sports scenes on sunny days. * mode only. ** mode only. NOTES • [ SHUTTER-PRIO.AE] - When setting the shutter speed, the number displayed will flash if the shutter speed selected is not appropriate for the recording conditions. In such case, select a different value. - If you use a slow shutter speed in dark places, you can obtain a brighter image, but the image quality may be lower, and the autofocus may not work well. - The image may flicker when recording with fast shutter speeds. 38 • Video