About Zoom - Sony DSC-WX500 User Manual

Optical zoom only:
Optical zoom is activated. You can use the Smart Zoom function if you set [
to [M], [S] or [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 [
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.
[37] How to Use
About zoom scale
The zoom scale changes according to the settings of this product. The zoom scale for each
setting is as follows.
When [ Aspect Ratio] is [4:3]
[Zoom Setting]: [Optical zoom only] (including smart zoom)
[ Image Size]: L 30×, M 40×, S 56×, VGA 229×
[Zoom Setting]: [On:ClearImage Zoom]
[ Image Size]: L 60×, M 80×, S 113×, VGA 459×
[Zoom Setting]: [On:Digital Zoom]
[ Image Size]: L 120×, M 161×, S 226×, VGA 459×
[38] How to Use
Zoom Speed
Sets the zoom speed of the camera's zoom lever.
1. MENU → (Custom Settings) → [Zoom Speed] → desired setting.
Clear Image Zoom] is exceeded, the product magnifies
Using shooting functions
Using shooting functions
Using the zoom
Using the zoom
Image Size]