Canon Digital Video Technology - Canon DC420 Product Manual

Canon Digital Video Technology

Face Detection — During shooting, the
technology gives faces optimal focus
and exposure for natural skin tone.
GENUINE CANON
FACE DETECTION
The same high quality Face Detection technology
used in Canon digital cameras is now available
in Canon HD camcorders. Up to 35 faces can automatically be
detected, and 9 detection frames can be displayed at one
time. The system is so intelligent that it recognizes faces that
are turned down or sideways. In addition, a specific face
may be selected as the main subject for continuous tracking.
The technology enhances auto exposure by compensating to
eliminate whiteout or loss of shadow detail. Even playback
can be linked to Face Detection, allowing you access specific
scenes based on faces.
Face index
— Detected face
frame displays as
thumbnail in each
shot.
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Face
Detection
Face tracking — Faces in
the frame are tracked to
deliver fast, pin-point
focus in any composition.
VIDEO SNAPSHOT MODE
Video Snapshot Mode makes capturing once-
in-a-lifetime milestones as easy as taking photos. Simply
record a series of four-second video clips,
then add one of 10 supplied music tracks or
your favorite background music. Your memo-
ries become attention-grabbing movies – no
editing skills necessary. With Canon's new Advanced Video
Snapshot Mode, you have the ability of capturing video
clips in playback as well for added flexibility.*
CUSTOM KEY
Assign commonly used functions to
the Custom Key button on the camcorder
Timeline by face for quick and easy access.
— Detected face
frame is linked to
a timeline. Custom Key Features
• Exposure lock (ON/OFF)
• Focus (Auto/Manual)
• Assist functions
• Microphone level control (Auto/Manual)
• AGC limit (ON/OFF)
*Advanced Video Snapshot Mode is featured in VIXIA HF S11 only.
Shooting
With Video Snapshot Mode, you can create a series of 4
second video clips during recording and playback.*
Playback
Play back the short video with background music.
PRE-RECORD
Advanced Video
Video Snapshot Snapshot
Mode * Mode Pre-Record greatly increases your ability to
capture the most precious moments before they're
gone forever. With the Pre-Record feature, the cam-
corder actually begins recording 3 seconds before you press
the record button, compensating for the time it takes you to
react to a video-worthy moment.
DUAL SHOT
Dual Shot Mode makes shooting with a
Canon camcorder easier than ever before.
With Dual Shot Mode, video or photos can be captured
without having to switch shooting modes.
Custom Key
and Dial
Pre-
Record
Dual
Shot
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