Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II User Manual - Page 68

Shooting Movies of Star Movement (Star Time-Lapse Movie) Still Images Movies By recording a time-lapse movie that combines images shot at a specified interval, you can create movies with fast-moving stars. You can adjust the shooting interval and recording duration as needed. Note that each session takes a long time, and requires many shots. Check the battery level and memory card space in advance. 1 Choose [ ]. zzFollow steps 1 - 2 in "Specific Scenes" (=55) and choose [ ], and then press the [ ] button. zzPress the [ ][ ] buttons or turn the [ ] dial to choose [ ], and then press the [ ] button. zzZoom is set to maximum wide angle and cannot be adjusted. 2 Configure movie settings. zzPress the [ ] button. zzPress the [ ][ ] buttons or turn the [ ] dial to choose an item, and then choose the desired option. 3 Secure the camera. zzMount the camera on a tripod or take other measures to keep it still. 4 Check the brightness. zzPress the shutter button all the way down to shoot a single still image. zzSwitch to Playback mode (=110) and check image brightness. zzTo adjust brightness, turn the exposure compensation dial and change the exposure level on the shooting screen. Check brightness again by taking another shot. 5 Shoot. zzPress the movie button. Recording begins, and the indicator on the back of the camera blinks. zzDo not disturb the camera while shooting. zzTo cancel shooting, press the movie button again. Note that cancellation may take up to about 30 seconds. zzThe camera operates in Eco mode (=171) while shooting. Before Use Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode / Hybrid Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Tv, Av, M, and C Mode Playback Mode Wi-Fi Functions Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index 68