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Taking Still Images in Intelligent Auto Mode

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

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Open the lens cover.

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Open the LCD monitor and select the still image mode.

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The still image icon PHOTO appears.

Check if the recording mode is iA Intelligent Auto.

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If the mode is MANUAL_MODE Manual, press the MANUAL_MODE / iA_buttom button to switch to iA Intelligent Auto.
The mode changes between Intelligent Auto and Manual with every press.

Set the focus on the subject.

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When focused, the focus icon lights up in green.

Take a still image.

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PHOTO lights up when a still image is being captured.

Indications During Still Image Recording

C1DW_Indications Still Image Recording
Display Icon Description
num_1

Image Size

Displays the icon of the image size.

The size of still images can be changed.
num2

Shutter Speed

Displays the shutter speed.
num_3

Focus

Lights up in green when focused.
num_4

Recording in Progress

Appears when a still image is being captured.
num_5

Remaining Number of Shots

Displays the remaining number of shots for still image recording.
num_6

Recording Mode

Press the i.AUTO button to switch the recording mode between iA (Intelligent Auto) and MANUAL_MODE (Manual).
num_7

Display Button D-Appear

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

Tap D-Appear button
Displays appear for approximately 3 seconds with every tap.

Tap and hold D-Appear button
Displays are fixed such that they do not disappear. After setting, the display button changes from D-Appear to D-LOCK .
Tap D-LOCK to release the displays.
num_8

Battery Indicator

Displays the approximate remaining battery power.
Details of the battery power can be displayed by pressing the INFO button.
num_9

Recording Media

Displays the icon of the media where still images are recorded to.
The recording media can be changed.
num_10

3D/2D Mode

Displays the current recording mode of 3D or 2D. “3D” is displayed during 3D recording, while “2D” is displayed during 2D recording.
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Operation Buttons for Still Image Recording

C1DW_Operations Still Image Recording
Operation Button Description
num_1

Parallax Adjustment

Adjusts the 3D effect when 3D images are displayed on the LCD monitor.
num2 / num_3

T/W 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.
num_4

Recording/Playback Mode

Switches between recording and playback modes.
num_5

Snapshot
REC_Still_Image

Functions as the SNAPSHOT button. However, focus cannot be set by pressing halfway.
num_6

LCD Monitor 3D/2D Display

Switches the display on the LCD monitor between 3D and 2D. The image will be recorded in 3D even if the display on the LCD monitor is set to 2D.
num_7

MENU

Displays the various menus of still image recording.
num_8

Display Button D-Appear

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

Tap D-Appear button
Displays appear for approximately 3 seconds with every tap.

Tap and hold D-Appear button
Displays are fixed such that they do not disappear. After setting, the display button changes from D-Appear to D-LOCK .
Tap D-LOCK to release the displays.
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Useful Settings for Recording

When “QUICK RESTART” is set to “ON”, this unit turns on immediately if you open the LCD monitor within 5 minutes after the power is turned off by closing the monitor.

When “AUTO POWER OFF” is set to “ON”, this unit turns itself off automatically to conserve power when it is not operated for 5 minutes. (only when using the battery pack)

When “TOUCH PRIORITY AE/AF” is set to “FACE TRACKING”, this unit detects faces and automatically adjusts its brightness and focus to record the faces more clearly.

The image resolution can be changed.

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Caution

  • Do not expose the lens to direct sunlight.
  • Do not use this unit in the rain, snow, or places with high humidity like the bathroom.
  • Do not use this unit in places subject to excessive humidity or dust, as well as places exposed to steam or smoke directly.
  • Do not remove the battery pack, AC adapter, or SD card when the access lamp is lighted. The recorded data may become unreadable.

Memo

  • Before recording an important scene, it is recommended to conduct a trial recording.
  • The digital image stabilizer does not work when recording still images.
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