Sony CCD-VX3 Operation Manual page 41

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You can select the aperture to determine the desired depth of field. The shutter speed is automatically set
(between 1/60 and 1/2000) in combination with the aperture value to maintain appropriate exposure. (1) Slide
the AUTO LOCK switch down to the center position. (2) Press PROGRAM AE repeatedly so that A
appears in the viewfinder. (3) Turn the CONTROL dial to select the desired aperture value. You can select from
12 values: F 1.6, F2, F2.4, F2.8, F3.4, F4, F4.8, F5.6, F6.8, F8, F9.6, F11. For a smaller aperture, select a
higher value. The shutter speed changes in accordance with the selected aperture value.
PROGRAM
About the depth of field
The depth of field is the in-focus range, measured from the distance behind a subject to the distance in front.
The depth of field can vary with the aperture value and the focal length. Lowering the F value (larger aperture)
reduces the depth of field. Raising the F value (smaller aperture) provides a larger depth of field. Zooming in
telephoto position offers a smaller depth of field while the depth of field in wide-angle position is greater.
Note on selection of the aperture
A flashing ® indicator in the viewfinder indicates insufficient or excessive lighting condition for the aperture
priority mode. Although it is possible to record when this happens, we recommend resetting the aperture.
e Insufficient light (the picture in the viewfinder is dark).
Select a lower value.
e Excessive light (the picture in the viewfinder is too bright).
Select a higher value.
While the ® indicator is flashing, you cannot use the one-push white balance mode (p.38). Operate before
adjusting with the CONTROL dial or select the value so that the indicator does not flash.
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