Canon DCD CAMCORDER - Manual (Page 39)

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If the optimal exposure cannot be obtained, try the following actions.
 Manually adjust the exposure (
41).
 Change the metering method ( 41).
Using the Shutter-Priority AE Mode
You can select a shutter speed, and the camcorder automatically sets the aperture setting
most appropriate for the subject. Select a high shutter speed for recording fast moving
subjects, and a slow shutter speed to add a motion blur to moving objects, enhancing the
feel of movement of the image.
To change the operating mode, refer to About the Operating Modes ( 9).
Mode switch:
Shutter speed guideline
1. Select the recording program
[ SHUTTER-PRIO.AE] as described in Selecting
the Recording Program ( 38).
2. Press ( ).
3. Change ( ) the shutter speed and press ( ) to save the setting.
 The shutter speed denominator flashes when the selected shutter speed is not
appropriate for the recording condition. In such case, readjust the shutter
speed.
 When using a slow shutter speed in dark places, you can obtain a brighter
image, but the image quality may be lower, and the autofocus may not work
well.
 Do not point the camcorder directly at the sun when the shutter speed is set to
1/1000 or higher.
 The image may flicker when recording with high shutter speeds.
1/6, 1/12,
1/25 1/2, 1/3, 1/6,
1/12, 1/25 For recording subjects in dark places.
1/50 1/50 For general recordings.
1/120 1/120 For recording indoor sports scenes.
1/250, 1/500,
1/1000 1/250, 1/500 For recording from within a car or train, or for
recording moving subjects such as roller coasters.
1/2000
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For recording outdoor sports such as golf or tennis
on sunny days.