Tips for better camera recording – Sony CCD-TR9 User Manual
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Tips for Better Camera Recording
This section shows you some hints for better shooting.
Achieving Better Camera Recording
You can get better pictures foiiowing the hints beiow.
How to hold the
camcorder
For hand-heid shots, it is important to hoid the camcorder property.
• Hoid the camcorder firmly and secure it with the grip belt so that you can
easily manipulate the camcorder with your thumb.
• Place your right elbow firmly against your side.
• Place your left hand under the camcorder to support it.
When adjusting the focus manually, make sure the camcorder does not move.
• Stand opposite the subject and let your feet take a comfortable stance.
• Place your eye firmly against the viewfinder eyecup.
Use a tripod
If you have a tripod for a still camera, you can also use it with the camcorder. If
a tripod is not available, try placing the camcorder on a table top or any other
flat surface of suitable height.
Less than 6.5 mm (9/32 inches)
Caution
When attaching a tripod not manufactured by Sony, the length of the camera
mounting screw must be less than 6.5 mm (9/32 inches). Otherwise, the screw
may damage the inner part of the camcorder.
Keep the
horbontai plane
You can easily determine the horizontal plane by using the viewfinder frame as a
reference.
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