Advanced Functions; Special Scene Recording Programs - Canon VIXIA HF20 Instruction Manual

Advanced Functions

Special Scene Recording Programs

Recording in a very bright ski resort or capturing the full colors of a
sunset or a fireworks display becomes as easy as selecting a Special
Scene recording program. For details about the available options, refer
to the following sidebar.
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[ Programmed AE]
Press
programs
NOTES
• [ 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.
• [ Fireworks]:
- To avoid camcorder blur (blur due to the camcorder moving) we
recommend using a tripod.
- In mode, slower shutter speeds are used so blur is more likely to
occur. Stabilize the camcorder, for example, by mounting it on a
tripod.
• [ Portrait]/[
appear smooth during playback.
• [ Portrait]: The blur effect of the background increases the more you
zoom in (T).
• [ Snow]/[
cloudy days or in shaded places. Check the image on the screen.
to display the Special Scene (SCN) recording
Desired recording program
Sports]/[ Beach]/[
Beach]: The subject may become overexposed on
( 34)
[ Portrait]
Snow]: The picture may not
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