Canon camcorder DC50 User Manual

							 Still Image Recording Options
Advanced Functions
61
Automatic Focus Priority
When the focus priority is activated, the 
camcorder records a still image only after 
the focus has been adjusted 
automatically.
POINTS TO CHECK
Mode switch at AUTO:
The focus priority cannot be turned off.
Mode switch at P:
You can turn off the focus priority and you 
can also select the AF (autofocus) frame 
to be used.
Options Default value
* Except for the [ FIREWORKS] recording 
program.
NOTES
In the [  FIREWORKS] recording program the 
focus priority is automatically set to [  OFF].
Light Metering Mode
The camcorder measures the light 
reflected from the subject in order to 
calculate the optimal exposure settings. 
Depending on the subject, you may want 
to change the way the light is measured 
and evaluated.
POINTS TO CHECK
Mode switch: P
Options Default value
( 12)
[ ON:AiAF]
(Mode switch: P*, AUTO)
Depending on the shooting conditions, one 
or more AF frames out of the nine frames 
available are automatically selected and 
the focus is fixed on them.
[ ON:CENTER] 
(Mode switch: P*)
The focus is automatically fixed to the 
center AF frame. This is convenient for 
making sure the focus is exactly where you 
want it. In this mode, a single focusing 
frame appears in the center of the screen.
[  OFF]
Select this option if you wish to record a 
still image as soon as you press  .
FUNC.
( 31)
PHOTO
 MENU
CAMERA SETUP
FOCUS PRI.
Desired option
( 12)
[EVALUATIVE]
Appropriate for standard shooting 
conditions, including backlit scenes. The 
camcorder divides the picture into several 
areas and the light is measured in all of 
them to achieve the optimal exposure for 
the subject.
[ CENT.WEIGHT.AVERAGE]
Averages the light metered from the entire 
screen, giving more weight to the subject 
in the center.
FUNC.
FUNC.
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Continuous Shooting and 
Exposure Bracketing
Take a series of pictures of a moving 
subject or record the same picture in 3 
levels of exposure in order to choose later 
the picture you like the best.
POINTS TO CHECK
Mode switch: P (except for the 
[ FIREWORKS] recording program).
[ SPOT]
Meters only the area within the spot AE 
point frame. Use this setting to adjust the 
exposure to match the subject in the center 
of the screen.
FUNC.
( 31)
Icon of the currently selected 
Light Metering Mode
Desired option
FUNC.
FUNC.
( 12)
Maximum number of continuous shots at one time:
 
These figures are approximate and vary with the recording conditions and subjects.
The actual number of frames per second will be lower when “ ” (camcorder shake warning) is 
displayed on the screen.
Number of frames (shots) per secondMaximum number of continuous shots
 Normal speed 2 framesL 2592x1944 30 images
 High speed 3 frames
M1 2048x1536 45 images
Using the flash 1.9 frames
S 640x480 60 images
Number of frames (shots) per secondMaximum number of continuous shots
 Normal speed 3 framesL 1152x864 20 images
 High speed 5 frames
S 640x480 60 images
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							 Other Functions
Advanced Functions
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Options Default value
CONTINUOUS SHOOTING/
H
IGH-SPEED CONTINUOUS SHOOTING 
1Press   halfway to activate 
the autofocus.
2Press   fully and hold it 
pressed down.
A series of still images will be 
recorded as long as you hold the 
button pressed.
AUTO EXPOSURE BRACKETING 
Press  , first halfway to activate 
the autofocus and then fully to record 
the still images.
Three still images in different exposures 
will be recorded on the memory card.
Other Functions
On-Screen Displays
The camcorder keeps a data code 
containing the date and time and other 
camera data (shutter speed, exposure, 
etc.) registered at the time of recording. 
You can select the data to be displayed.
Turning the On-Screen Displays On/Off
Repeatedly press   to turn the on-
screen displays on/off in the following 
sequence:
, 
•All displays on
•All displays off
1
•All displays on
• Data code2 only
•All displays off
• All displays on (including the 
histogram
3)
• Regular displays only
•All displays off
[SINGLE]
Records a single still image.
[ C O N T. S H O O T. ]  ( C o n t i n u o u s  
Shooting), [ HISPEED CONT.SHOOT. ]
(High-Speed Continuous Shooting)
Captures a series of still images as long as 
you hold   pressed down. For the 
number of frames per second, refer to the 
table below.
[ AEB] (Auto Exposure Bracketing)
The camcorder records a still image in 
three different exposures (dark, normal, 
light in 1/2 EV steps), allowing you to 
choose the shot you like the best.
FUNC.
( 31)
Icon of the currently selected 
Drive Mode
Desired option
PHOTO
FUNC.
FUNC.
PHOTO
PHOTO
PHOTO
Other Functions
DISP.
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1However, the level marker, the disc type icon 
and the   and   icons will still appear on 
the screen.
2Data code: Time, date and camera data at the 
time of recording. The contents to be 
displayed can be selected as explained in the 
following section.
3Histogram display: For still images you can 
display the complete camera data registered 
at the time of recording. For details on how to 
read the histogram display, refer to the 
following section.
Selecting the Data Code
You can select the data code to be 
displayed when playing back movies.
Options Default value
Reading the Histogram Display
When viewing still images you can 
display the histogram and the icons of all 
the functions used at the time of 
recording. Use the histogram as a 
reference to verify the correct exposure of 
the still image.
The area to the right of the histogram 
represents highlights and the left side 
represents shadows. A still image whose 
histogram skews to the right is relatively 
bright; while one whose histogram peaks 
to the left, is relatively dark.
NOTES
The histogram will appear also after recording a 
still image, while reviewing it within the time set 
for the [REVIEW] option (or immediately after 
recording it, if [REVIEW] is set to [  OFF]).
Flash
You can use the built-in flash for 
recording still images in dark places. The 
flash features the red-eye reduction 
function.
POINTS TO CHECK
Select a recording program other than 
[FIREWORKS] .
[  DATE], [  TIME]
Displays the date or time when the scene 
or still image was recorded.
[ DATE & TIME]
Displays both the date and time of the 
recording.
[  CAMERA DATA]
Displays the aperture (f-stop) and shutter 
speed used when recording the image.
FUNC.
( 31)
 MENU
DISPLAY SETUP
DATA CODE
Desired optionFUNC.
FUNC.
( 12)
Shadows
Pixel Count
Highlights
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Options Default value
1If the joystick guide does not appear 
on screen, press ( ) to display it.
2Push the joystick ( ) toward  .
If   does not appear on the joystick 
guide, repeatedly push the joystick 
( ) toward [NEXT] to display the 
joystick guide in the illustration above. 
When the mode switch is set to AUTO, 
only one joystick guide will appear.
• Repeatedly push the joystick ( ) 
toward   to cycle between the flash 
modes.
• The display   disappears after 4 
seconds.
3Press  , first halfway to 
activate the autofocus and then 
fully to record the still image.
NOTES
   The practical range of the flash is approx. 1 to 
2 m (3.3 to 6.6 ft.). The range depends on the 
recording conditions.
   The range of the flash decreases in 
continuous shooting mode.
   For the red-eye reduction to be effective, the 
subject needs to look at the assist lamp. The degree of reduction depends on the distance 
and on each individual.
   The flash will not fire in the following cases:
- When you manually adjust the exposure in   
(auto) or   (red-eye reduction) mode.
- During auto exposure bracketing.
- In the [  FIREWORKS] recording program.
   The flash mode cannot be selected when the 
exposure is locked.
    We recommend not using the flash 
while the optional Wide-converter is attached; 
its shadow can appear on the screen.
   
About the AF-Assist Lamp: While you press 
 halfway, if the subject is too dark the 
assist lamp may light up briefly in order to 
enable the camcorder to focus more accurately 
(AF-assist lamp). You can also set [AF AST 
LAMP] to [ OFF] so the assist lamp does 
not light up.
- The camcorder may not be able to focus even 
if the AF-assist lamp is on.
- The brightness of the AF-assist lamp could be 
an inconvenience. Consider turning it off in 
public places such as restaurants or theaters.
Mini Video Light
You can turn on the mini video light 
(assist lamp) at any time regardless of the 
recording program.
1If the joystick guide does not appear 
on screen, press ( ) to display it.
2Push the joystick ( ) toward  .
• If   does not appear on the joystick 
guide, repeatedly push the joystick 
( ) toward [NEXT] to display the 
joystick guide in the illustration above. 
When the mode switch is set to AUTO, 
only one joystick guide will appear.
•  appears on the screen.
 (auto)
The flash fires automatically according to 
the brightness of the subject.
 (red-eye reduction, auto)
The flash fires automatically according to 
the brightness of the subject. The assist 
lamp lights up to reduce the red-eye effect.
 (flash on)
The flash always fires.
 (flash off)
The flash does not fire.
NEXT
PHOTO
( 12)
PHOTO
NEXT
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• Push the joystick ( ) toward   
again to turn the mini video light off.
NOTES
 We recommend not using the mini video 
light while the optional Wide-converter is attached; 
its shadow can appear on the screen.
Self Timer
POINTS TO CHECK
: Set the camcorder in record 
pause mode.
 appears.
:
Press .
The camcorder starts recording after a 
10-second countdown*. The countdown 
appears on the screen.
:
Press  , first halfway to activate 
the autofocus and then fully to record 
the still image.
The camcorder will record the still image 
after a 10-second countdown*. The 
countdown appears on the screen.
* 2 seconds when using the 
wireless controller.
NOTES
Once the countdown has begun, you can press 
 (when recording movies) or press 
 fully (when recording still images) to 
cancel the self timer. The self timer will also be 
canceled if you turn off the camcorder.
Digital Effects
POINTS TO CHECK
Mode switch: P
: [  BLK&WHT], [  SEPIA] 
only.
Options Default value
(12)
FUNC.( 31)
MENU
CAMERA SETUP
SELF TIMER
ON 
FUNC.
FUNC.
Start/Stop
PHOTO
( 12)
[  D.EFFECT OFF]
Select this setting when you do not intend 
to use the digital effects.
[  FADE-T] (fade trigger), [  WIPE]
Select one of the faders to begin or end a 
scene with a fade from or to a black 
screen. 
[ BLK&WHT]
Records images in black and white.
[  SEPIA]
Records images in sepia tones for an “old” 
look.
[  ART], [  MOSAIC]
Select one of the other digital effects to 
add flavor to your recordings.
Start/StopPHOTO
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NOTES
   When you apply a fader, not only the picture 
but also the sound will fade in or out. When you 
apply an effect, the sound will be recorded 
normally.
   The camcorder retains the setting last used 
even if you turn off the digital effects or change 
the recording program.
Setting
*  You can preview the effect on the screen.
** The icon of the selected effect appears.
Applying
1If the joystick guide does not appear 
on screen, press ( ) to display it.
2Push the joystick ( ) toward  .
• If   does not appear on the joystick 
guide, repeatedly push the joystick 
( ) toward [NEXT] to display the 
joystick guide in the illustration above. 
• The icon of the selected effect turns 
green.
• Push the joystick ( ) toward   
again to deactivate the fader/effect.
TO FADE IN
Push the joystick ( ) toward   in record 
pause mode ( ), then press   
to start recording with a fade in.
TO FADE OUT
Push the joystick ( ) toward   while 
recording ( ), then press   to 
fade out and pause the recording.
TO ACTIVATE AN EFFECT
: Push the joystick ( ) 
toward   while recording or in record 
pause mode.
: Push the joystick ( ) toward 
 and then press   to record the 
still image.
FUNC.( 31)
Icon of the currently selected 
Digital Effect
**Desired fader/effect*
FUNC.
FUNC.
NEXT
Start/Stop
Start/Stop
PHOTO
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Editing Functions Managing Scenes
Creating a Playlist
Create a playlist to easily edit your 
movies. Include in your playlist only the 
scenes you prefer or change the order in 
which they will be played back, without 
affecting your original recordings. After 
you add scenes to the playlist you will 
have two types of index screens: 
POINTS TO CHECK
Disc type:   DVD-RW • VR mode
Adding Scenes to the Playlist
Options
From the original index screen, select 
( ,  ) the scene to add to the playlist. 
To add all scenes, there is no need to 
select any particular scene.
When the operation is completed 
“ADDED TO PLAYLIST” will be displayed. 
Press   to check the scenes in 
the playlist index screen.
Managing Scenes
Original index screen (original recordings)
ORIGINAL
PLAYLIST
Playlist index screen
(12)
[ALL SCENES]
Adds all scenes in the original index 
screen to the playlist.
[ONE SCENE]
Adds only the selected scene to the 
playlist.
[CANCEL]
Returns to the original index screen.
FUNC.
( 31)
 ADD TO PLAYLIST
Desired option
YESFUNC.
PLAYLIST
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Moving Scenes in the Playlist
From the original index screen, press 
. From the playlist index screen, 
select ( ,  ) the scene to move.
Deleting Scenes
You can delete those scenes that you are 
not interested in keeping. Remember that 
when you delete scenes in the playlist, 
you do not affect your original recordings; 
However, when you delete an original 
recording, it will be deleted also from the 
playlist.
IMPORTANT
   Be careful when deleting original recordings. 
Once deleted, an original scene cannot be 
recovered.
   Do not change the position of the power 
switch or the  /  switch while the scene is 
being deleted.
NOTES
   Scenes cannot be deleted when the disc is 
protected ( 71).
   You may not be able to delete scenes shorter 
than 5 seconds.
Deleting a Single Scene
POINTS TO CHECK
Disc type:   DVD-RW • VR mode
From the original index screen, select 
( ,  ) the scene to delete. To delete 
a scene only in the playlist, press 
 first, and then select the scene.
Deleting a Scene Just After Recording
POINTS TO CHECK
Disc type:  DVD-RW • 
VIDEO or VR mode
Immediately after recording a scene:
1If the joystick guide does not appear 
on screen, press ( ) to display it.
2Push the joystick ( ) toward  .
If   does not appear on the joystick 
guide, repeatedly push the joystick 
( ) toward [NEXT] to display the 
joystick guide in the illustration above. 
When the mode switch is set to AUTO, 
only one joystick guide will appear.
3While reviewing the scene, select 
( )   and press ( ).
FUNC.( 31)
 MOVE
Move ( ,  ) the orange 
marker to the new position of the 
scene and press ( ).
YES
PLAYLIST
FUNC.
( 12)
FUNC.(31)
 DELETE
YES
( 12)
PLAYLIST
FUNC.
NEXT
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4Select ( ) [YES] and press ( ).
NOTES
You will not be able to delete the last scene if 
after the scene was recorded you changed the 
operating mode, turned off the camcorder or 
removed the disc.
Deleting All Scenes
POINTS TO CHECK
Disc type:   DVD-RW • VR mode
To delete all the scenes from the original 
index screen, follow the procedure below. 
This will delete also the whole playlist. If 
you only want to delete all the scenes 
from the playlist (without affecting the 
original recordings), press   first 
and then continue as follows.
* When you are deleting the playlist, this menu 
option will be replaced by [PLAYLST ALL 
DEL].
Dividing a Scene
You can divide your recordings in order to 
leave only the best parts and later cut out 
the rest. Remember that when you divide 
scenes in the playlist, you do not affect 
your original recordings.
NOTES
Photomovie scenes ( 74) and very short 
scenes (1 second or less) cannot be divided.
POINTS TO CHECK
Disc type:   DVD-RW • VR mode
From the original index screen, select 
( ,  ) the scene to divide. To divide a 
scene only in the playlist, press   
first, and then select the scene.
* You can use the following icons and the 
special playback modes ( 40) to bring the 
scene to a precise point.
/ :  Skip to the beginning of the 
current/next scene.
/ :  One frame reverse/advance.
(12)
FUNC.( 31)
 MENU
DISC OPERATIONS
MOVIES ALL DEL*
YES
PLAYLIST
FUNC.
FUNC.
( 12)
FUNC.( 31)
 DIVIDE
Playback of the scene begins. 
Press ( ) at the point where 
you want to divide the scene.*
 DIVIDE
YES
PLAYLIST
FUNC.
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