Recording
Taking Still Images in Auto Mode

Taking Still Images in Auto Mode

You can record without worrying about the setting details by using the Intelligent Auto mode.

Open the LCD monitor.

Check if the recording mode is .

If the mode is MOVIE video, tap MOVIE on the recording screen to display the mode switching screen.
Tap to switch the mode to still image.

Check if the recording mode is Intelligent Auto.

If the mode is MANUAL_MODE Manual, tap on the recording screen to display the mode switching screen.
Tap to switch the recording mode to Intelligent Auto.

Press the START/STOP button.

PHOTO lights up when a still image is being captured.

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Depending on the subject and shooting conditions, recording may not be performed properly even in the Intelligent Auto mode.

Start recording after adjusting the focus

Press and hold the icon_C4_Still-REC

button on the touch screen until the focus is adjusted.

Remove your finger from the button to release the shutter.

Available only when “SHUTTER MODE” is set to “RECORD ONE SHOT”.

Indications During Still Image Recording

Some displays disappear after approximately 3 seconds.
Use the D-Appear button to change the displays.

	Display Icon	Description
	Image Size	Displays the icon of the image size. The size of still images can be changed. IMAGE SIZE
	TOUCH PRIORITY AE/AF	Displays the setting of “TOUCH PRIORITY AE/AF”. By default, it is set to “FACE TRACKING”. Capturing Subjects Clearly (TOUCH PRIORITY AE/AF)
	Time	Displays the current time. Clock Setting
	RECORDING EFFECT	Displays the corresponding icon when a recording effect is specified. : GRAINY MONOCHROME : FOOD : BABY Recording with Effects (RECORDING EFFECT)
	Recording media	Displays the icon of the media where still images are recorded to. The recording media can be changed. REC MEDIA FOR IMAGE
	Battery Indicator	Displays the approximate remaining battery power during use. Checking the Remaining Recording Time
	Recording Mode	Displays the current recording mode of (Intelligent Auto) or (Manual).
	Setting Scenes of Intelligent Auto	Displays scenes detected automatically in the Intelligent Auto function. Multiple scenes may be detected.
	Remaining Number of Shots	Displays the remaining number of shots for still image recording. Approximate Number of Still Images (Unit: Number of Shots)
	Recording in Progress	“PHOTO” appears when a still image is being captured.
	Focus	Lights up in green when focused.

Scenes of Intelligent Auto

Display Icon	Description
	Captures one’s skin beautifully.
	Allows people to be captured naturally.
	Record a group of people with the most suitable settings.
	Records while focusing on a near object.
	Focuses at a far distance and captures a sharp image with vivid colors.
	Records in dark places with minimal noise in the overall image.
	Allows night scenes to be captured accurately with minimal noise in the overall image.
	Prevents colors from fading even when recording in a bright environment, such as snowfield and beaches.
	Prevents colors from fading when recording a subject in a spotlight.
	Reproduces the green color of trees vividly.
	Reproduces the colors of sunset naturally.
	Adjusts settings so that the subject does not appear too dark due to backlight.
	Records while emphasizing the brightness of the colors.
	Reproduces the natural colors of the outdoors during the day.
	Reproduces the natural colors of the indoors in a cold-color illumination.
	Reproduces the natural colors of the indoors in a warm-color illumination.
	Selects the most suitable settings for handheld shooting.
	Selects the most suitable settings when a tripod is used for shooting.

Memo

Scenes can be detected according to the shooting conditions and automatically adjusted in Intelligent Auto mode.

Multiple scenes may be detected depending on the recording conditions.

Some functions may not work properly depending on the shooting conditions.

Operation Buttons for Still Image Recording

	Operation Buttons	Description
	Video/Still Image Mode /	Switches between video and still image modes.
	WT Zoom	Allows the same functions as the zoom lever to be performed. Camera shake that often occurs when using the zoom lever can be minimized. Zooming
	Still Image Recording	Allows you to take still images using the touch panel. Pressing and holding the button allows you to adjust the focus before shooting. Start recording after adjusting the focus
	Playback Mode	Switches to the playback mode.
	MENU	Displays the various menus of still image recording. Operating the Menu
	Display Button	Switches the display between full ( ) and simple ( ) with every tap of the button. Simple display: Some displays disappear automatically when the screen is not operated. Full display: Displays everything. The display button changes from to . When the power is turned off, simple display ( ) will be set.
	Recording Mode /	Switches between the Intelligent Auto and Manual recording mode.

Using the Silent Mode

Caution

Do not expose the lens to direct sunlight.

While this unit may be used with the LCD monitor reversed and closed, the temperature rises more easily. Leave the LCD monitor open when using this unit for long periods of time, or in places exposed to direct sunlight or high temperatures.

The power may turn off to protect the circuit if the temperature of this unit rises too much.

Do not remove the AC adapter or SD card when the POWER/ACCESS lamp is lighted. The recorded data may become unreadable.

This unit is a microcomputer-controlled device. Electrostatic discharge, external noise and interference (from a TV, a radio, etc.) might prevent it from functioning properly. In such a case, close the monitor screen to turn off the power and remove the AC adapter, then press the Reset button to reset this unit.

Resetting this Unit

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Before recording an important scene, it is recommended to conduct a trial recording.

Depending on the shooting conditions, the four corners of the screen may appear dark, but this is not a malfunction. In this case, change the shooting conditions by moving the zoom lever, etc.

Taking Still Images in Auto Mode

Open the LCD monitor.

Check if the recording mode is Intelligent Auto.

Press the START/STOP button.

Memo

Start recording after adjusting the focus

Indications During Still Image Recording

Display Icon

Description

Scenes of Intelligent Auto

Display Icon

Description

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Operation Buttons for Still Image Recording

Operation Buttons

Description

Using the Silent Mode

Operating procedure

Caution

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CAMCORDER

GZ-R445/GZ-R441