Panasonic AG-DVC30 User Manual page 13

creates is really something.
As this illustrates, the user buttons can be assigned
a variety of functions to match the circumstances in
which you are using the camera-recorder. The
buttons are conveniently positioned, and I got the
impression that in actual use there would be little
likelihood of accidentally confusing them.
While trying out the camera-recorder at the
performance venue I discovered that the 3.5-inch
LCD monitor is another big attraction. It is big and
easy to see when viewed indoors, and even outside
the screen provides surprisingly good visibility.
Generally speaking, I used manual focus when
shooting to prevent instability or wobbliness in the
focus. When I needed to make adjustments, however, I could use the user
buttons to switch quickly to the auto-focus mode. The LCD monitor was
terrific for checking the focus during such operations, making it easy to get
the sharpness just right.
I also tried out the Movie-Like and slow shutter settings. The Movie-Like
setting is not a full-scale duplication of the AG-DVX100(A)'s Cine-Like
feature, but rather a simplified version. Nevertheless, it gives the video
Providing Enhanced Dynamism with
Slow Shutter Settings
Using zoom as well or shaking the camcorder can
further heighten the sense of excitement.
What is the best way to make use of the three user buttons?
The user buttons are designed to be assigned to three functions you use frequently. One possibility is to set them based on your own style of using the camcorder and then
never change the settings. However, we recommend resetting the buttons as appropriate before each new assignment, selecting the functions you will need based on the
sort of situation in which you will be using the camcorder. Listed below are suggestions for the following types of situations.
Case 1: Indoor Live Performance
User Button 1: (PUSH) AF
User Button 2: SPOTLIGHT
User Button 3: (PUSH) AF+ZOOM
Case 1 corresponds to the live performance described on this page. I assigned the SPOTLIGHT (anti- blooming correction) function to USER 2 to be able to compensate immediately for the bright lights
used on the stage. Case 2, in contrast, is a situation in which strong backlighting from the sun might be a problem, so I assigned the BACKLIGHT function to USER 2. For the interview, I thought I would
have use for an INDEX button. I have (PUSH) AF+ZOOM assigned to USER 3 in all cases, because I expect to make extensive use of it.
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image a similar feel and is quite effective.
I adjusted the slow shutter setting while checking the results using the
LCD monitor. I ended up using settings between 1/15 and 1/4 second for
different parts of the show, depending on the mood of each song.
The final result was quite atmospheric and benefited from the camera-
recorder's excellent color reproduction, combined with special effects
added using the slow shutter and Movie-Like settings.
Using the Built-In Infrared Lamp
Case 2: Shooting Mainly People Outdoors
User Button 1: (PUSH) AF
User Button 2: BACKLIGHT
User Button 3: (PUSH) AF+ZOOM
AG-DVC30 U S E R G U I D E
Ideal for Capturing Shots of the Stage
Because Colors Are Reproduced Beautifully
The AG-DVC30 is equipped with an XLR jack, making it
possible to connect two audio input lines and eliminating
the need to use a gun microphone. The cable can be
bound to the handle as shown here so that it won t get
in the way when doing handheld shooting.
The area where the audience was sitting was
almost completely dark, with only a small amount
of illumination coming from the stage lighting.
Using the built-in infrared lamp, however, I was
able to capture the faces of the audience this
clearly. The distance from the subjects was about
3 meters.
Case 3: Indoor Interview
User Button 1: INDEX
User Button 2: AE LOCK
User Button 3: (PUSH) AF+ZOOM
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