Zoom Func. On; About Zoom - Sony DSC-RX100M3 User Giude

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Optical zoom only (default setting):
Optical zoom is activated. You can use the Smart Zoom function if you set [
[VGA].
On:ClearImage Zoom:
Even if the zoom range of the optical zoom is exceeded, the product magnifies images within the range
in which image quality does not deteriorate significantly.
On:Digital Zoom:
When the zoom range of the [Clear Image Zoom] is exceeded, the product magnifies images to the
largest scale. However, the image quality will deteriorate.
Note
Set [Optical zoom only] if you want to magnify images within the range in which image quality does
not deteriorate.
[41] How to Use
About zoom scale
The zoom scale that is used in combination with the zoom of the lens changes according to the selected
image size.
When [ Aspect Ratio] is [3:2]
[Zoom Setting] : [Optical zoom only (including smart zoom) ]
[ Image Size] : L -×, M 1.4×, S 2.0×
[Zoom Setting] : [On:ClearImage Zoom]
[ Image Size] : L 2.0×, M 2.8×, S 4.0×
[Zoom Setting] : [On:Digital Zoom]
[ Image Size] : L 4.0×, M 5.6×, S 8.0×
[42] How to Use
Zoom Func. on Ring
Sets the zoom functions when using the control ring to change zoom scales. The settings for [Zoom
Func. on Ring] are valid only when auto-focusing.
1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Zoom Func. on Ring] → desired setting.
Using shooting functions
Using shooting functions
Using the zoom
Using the zoom
Image Size] to [M], [S] or