Sony HD-RCX300 - Manual (Page 153)

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STEADYSHOT
You can compensate for camera shake.
Set [ STEADYSHOT] to [OFF] ( )
when using a tripod (sold separately), then
the image becomes natural.
 ON
The SteadyShot function is used.
OFF ( )
The SteadyShot function is not used.
FLASH MODE
You can select the flash setting when you
record photos using the built-in flash, or
an external flash (sold separately) that is
compatible with your camcorder.
 AUTO
Automatically flashes when there is
insufficient ambient light.
ON ( )
Always uses the flash regardless of the
surrounding brightness.
OFF ( )
Records without flash.
Notes
The recommended distance to the subject when
using the built-in flash is approximately 0.3 to
1.5 m (11 7/8 to 59 1/8 in.).
Remove any dust from the surface of the flash
before using it. Flash effect may be impaired if
heat discoloration or dust obscures the lamp.
The /CHG (flash/charge) lamp (p. 12) flickers
while charging the flash, and remains lit when
the battery charge is complete.
If you use the flash in bright places such as
when shooting a backlit subject, the flash may
not be effective.
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The built-in flash is not flashed when
[CONVERSION LENS] (p. 71) is set to other
than [OFF], you cannot also set [FLASH
MODE].
The flash is not flashed in movie recording
mode.
FLASH LEVEL
You can set this function when you
record photos using the built-in flash, or
an external flash (sold separately) that is
compatible with your camcorder.
HIGH ( )
Makes the flash level higher.
 NORMAL ( )
LOW ( )
Makes the flash level lower.
REDEYE REDUC (Redeye
reduction)
You can set this function when you
record photos using the built-in flash, or
an external flash (sold separately) that is
compatible with your camcorder.
When you set [REDEYE REDUC] to [ON],
then set [FLASH MODE] to [AUTO] or
[ON], appears. You can prevent redeye
by activating the pre-flash before the flash
flashes.
 OFF
Does not prevent redeye.
ON ( )
Prevents redeye.
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