Scene selection, Steps in recording mode, (option), A desired setting – Sony XR520VE User Manual
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The focal distance information (distance at which the subject is focused on; used as a guide if it is dark
and focus adjustment is difficult) appears for a few seconds in the following cases. (This information will
not display correctly if a conversion lens (sold separately) is being used.)
When the focus mode is switched from automatic to manual
When you set focus manually
You can adjust the focus manually also by using MANUAL dial.
SCENE SELECTION
You can record images effectively in various situations.
Steps
In recording mode, (OPTION)
[SCENE SELECTION]
a desired setting
AUTO
Automatically records images effectively without the [SCENE SELECTION]
function.
TWILIGHT* ( )
Maintains the darkening atmosphere of the distant
surroundings in twilight scenes.
TWILIGHT PORT. (
) Enables to take photos of people and background using
a flash.
SUNRISE&SUNSET*
(
)
Reproduces the atmosphere of scenes such as sunsets or
sunrises.
FIREWORKS* ( )
Takes spectacular shots of fireworks.
LANDSCAPE*(
)
Shoots distant subjects clearly. This setting also prevents
your camcorder from focusing on glass or metal mesh in
windows between the camcorder and the subject.
PORTRAIT (Soft
portrait) ( )
Brings out the subject such as people or flowers while
creating a soft background.
SPOTLIGHT**( )
Prevents people’s faces from appearing excessively white
when subjects are lit by strong light.
BEACH** (
)
Takes the vivid blue of the ocean or a lake.
SNOW** ( )
Takes bright pictures of a white landscape.