Canon G9 X Owners Manual
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3 Record the second to fourth movies.
zRepeat step 2 three times to record four
movies.
● Even if you do not record four movies that day, a Creative Shot
movie will be saved as a separate file once the date changes.
●Effects are generally applied consistently to movies 1 – 4, but you
can also change the effect in each movie ( = 56). ●
Individual chapters can be edited ( = 126).
Creative Shot Movie Playback
You can choose and play back Creative Shot movies recorded in []
mode ( = 106).
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3 Record the second to fourth movies.
zRepeat step 2 three times to record four
movies.
● Even if you do not record four movies that day, a Creative Shot
movie will be saved as a separate file once the date changes.
●Effects are generally applied consistently to movies 1 – 4, but you
can also change the effect in each movie ( = 56). ●
Individual chapters can be edited ( = 126).
Creative Shot Movie Playback
You can choose and play back Creative Shot movies recorded in []
mode ( = 106).
Choosing...")
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Shooting Evening Scenes without
Using a Tripod (Handheld Night Scene)
Still Images Movies
zBeautiful shots of evening scenes or
portraits with evening scenery in the
background, without the need to hold the
camera very still (as with a tripod).
zA single image is created by combining
consecutive shots, reducing camera
shake and image noise.
Shooting Fireworks (Fireworks)
Still Images Movies
zVivid shots of fireworks.
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Shooting Evening Scenes without
Using a Tripod (Handheld Night Scene)
Still Images Movies
zBeautiful shots of evening scenes or
portraits with evening scenery in the
background, without the need to hold the
camera very still (as with a tripod).
zA single image is created by combining
consecutive shots, reducing camera
shake and image noise.
Shooting Fireworks (Fireworks)
Still Images Movies
zVivid shots of fireworks.
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Shooting High-Contrast Scenes
(High Dynamic Range)
Still Images Movies
Three consecutive images are captured at different brightness levels
each time you shoot, and the camera combines image areas with optimal
brightness to create a single image. This mode can reduce the washed-
out highlights and loss of detail in shadows that tend to occur in high-
contrast shots.
1 Choose [].
zFollow steps 1 – 2 in “Specific Scenes”
(= 57) and choose [].
2 Shoot.
z
Hold the camera steady as you shoot.
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Shooting High-Contrast Scenes
(High Dynamic Range)
Still Images Movies
Three consecutive images are captured at different brightness levels
each time you shoot, and the camera combines image areas with optimal
brightness to create a single image. This mode can reduce the washed-
out highlights and loss of detail in shadows that tend to occur in high-
contrast shots.
1 Choose [].
zFollow steps 1 – 2 in “Specific Scenes”
(= 57) and choose [].
2 Shoot.
z
Hold the camera steady as you shoot.
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●Try taking some test shots first, to make sure you obtain the
desired results.
●Colors will look faded on the shooting screen, but the image aging
effect is not shown. Review the image in Playback mode to see
the effect ( =
103). ●
The image aging effect is not shown in movies.
Shooting with a Fish-Eye Lens Effect
(Fish-Eye Effect)
Still Images Movies
Shoot with the distorting effect of a fish-eye lens.
1 Choose [].
zFollow steps 1 – 2 in “Specific Scenes”
(= 57) and choose [].
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●Try taking some test shots first, to make sure you obtain the
desired results.
●Colors will look faded on the shooting screen, but the image aging
effect is not shown. Review the image in Playback mode to see
the effect ( =
103). ●
The image aging effect is not shown in movies.
Shooting with a Fish-Eye Lens Effect
(Fish-Eye Effect)
Still Images Movies
Shoot with the distorting effect of a fish-eye lens.
1 Choose [].
zFollow steps 1 – 2 in “Specific Scenes”
(= 57) and choose [].
2 Choose an...")
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Playback Speed and Estimated Playback Time
(for One-Minute Clips)
SpeedPlayback Time
Approx. 12 sec.
Approx. 6 sec.
Approx. 3 sec.
Movies are played back at 30 fps.
●The zoom is not available when shooting movies. Be sure to set
the zoom before shooting.
●Try taking some test shots first, to make sure you obtain the
desired results.
●To switch the orientation of the frame to vertical, press the []
button in step 2. Touch the screen to move the frame. To return
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Playback Speed and Estimated Playback Time
(for One-Minute Clips)
SpeedPlayback Time
Approx. 12 sec.
Approx. 6 sec.
Approx. 3 sec.
Movies are played back at 30 fps.
●The zoom is not available when shooting movies. Be sure to set
the zoom before shooting.
●Try taking some test shots first, to make sure you obtain the
desired results.
●To switch the orientation of the frame to vertical, press the []
button in step 2. Touch the screen to move the frame. To return
the frame to horizontal...")
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Making Subjects Stand Out (Background Defocus)
Still Images Movies
You can shoot subjects so that they stand out from the background.
Two consecutive images are captured with settings optimized for
background defocus. The background is defocused through lens effects
and subject- and scene-based image processing.
1 Choose [].
zFollow steps 1 – 2 in “Specific Scenes”
(= 57) and choose [].
2 Shoot.
z
Hold the camera steady as you shoot.
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Making Subjects Stand Out (Background Defocus)
Still Images Movies
You can shoot subjects so that they stand out from the background.
Two consecutive images are captured with settings optimized for
background defocus. The background is defocused through lens effects
and subject- and scene-based image processing.
1 Choose [].
zFollow steps 1 – 2 in “Specific Scenes”
(= 57) and choose [].
2 Shoot.
z
Hold the camera steady as you shoot.
Two consecutive images are captured
when you press the...")
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Shooting in Monochrome
Still Images Movies
Shoot images in black and white, sepia, or blue and white.
1 Choose [].
zFollow steps 1 – 2 in “Specific Scenes”
(= 57) and choose [].
2 Choose a color tone.
z
Turn the [] ring to choose a color tone.
zA preview is shown of how your shot will
look with the effect applied.
3 Shoot.
B/W Black and white shots.
Sepia Sepia tone shots.
Blue Blue and white shots.
Shooting with a Soft Focus Effect
Still Images Movies
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Shooting in Monochrome
Still Images Movies
Shoot images in black and white, sepia, or blue and white.
1 Choose [].
zFollow steps 1 – 2 in “Specific Scenes”
(= 57) and choose [].
2 Choose a color tone.
z
Turn the [] ring to choose a color tone.
zA preview is shown of how your shot will
look with the effect applied.
3 Shoot.
B/W Black and white shots.
Sepia Sepia tone shots.
Blue Blue and white shots.
Shooting with a Soft Focus Effect
Still Images Movies
This function allows you to shoot images...")
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Shooting Night Scenes under Starry Skies
(Star Nightscape)
Still Images Movies
Capture impressive shots of starry skies above night scenes. Starlight in
the image is automatically enhanced, making starry skies look beautiful.
1 Choose [].
zFollow steps 1 – 2 in “Specific Scenes”
(= 57) and choose [], and then
press the [] button.
z Touch [], and then press the []
button.
z Zoom is set to maximum wide angle and
cannot be adjusted.
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Shooting Night Scenes under Starry Skies
(Star Nightscape)
Still Images Movies
Capture impressive shots of starry skies above night scenes. Starlight in
the image is automatically enhanced, making starry skies look beautiful.
1 Choose [].
zFollow steps 1 – 2 in “Specific Scenes”
(= 57) and choose [], and then
press the [] button.
z Touch [], and then press the []
button.
z Zoom is set to maximum wide angle and
cannot be adjusted.
2 Secure the camera.
zMount the camera on a tripod or take...")
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2 Specify the duration of the shooting
session.
zTurn the [] ring to choose the shooting
duration.
3 Secure the camera.
z Mount the camera on a tripod or take
other measures to keep it still.
4 Shoot.
zPress the shutter button all the way
down. [Busy] is displayed briefly, and
then shooting begins.
zDo not disturb the camera while shooting.
zTo cancel shooting, press the shutter
button all the way down again. Note that
cancellation may take up to about 30
seconds.
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2 Specify the duration of the shooting
session.
zTurn the [] ring to choose the shooting
duration.
3 Secure the camera.
z Mount the camera on a tripod or take
other measures to keep it still.
4 Shoot.
zPress the shutter button all the way
down. [Busy] is displayed briefly, and
then shooting begins.
zDo not disturb the camera while shooting.
zTo cancel shooting, press the shutter
button all the way down again. Note that
cancellation may take up to about 30
seconds.
● If the camera runs...")
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4 Check the brightness.
zPress the shutter button all the way down
to shoot a single still image.
zSwitch to Playback mode ( = 103) and
check image brightness.
z To adjust the brightness, turn the [] ring
on the shooting screen and change the
exposure level. Check brightness again
by taking another shot.
5 Shoot.
z Press the movie button. [Busy] is
displayed briefly, and then shooting
begins.
zDo not disturb the camera while shooting.
zTo cancel shooting, press the movie
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4 Check the brightness.
zPress the shutter button all the way down
to shoot a single still image.
zSwitch to Playback mode ( = 103) and
check image brightness.
z To adjust the brightness, turn the [] ring
on the shooting screen and change the
exposure level. Check brightness again
by taking another shot.
5 Shoot.
z Press the movie button. [Busy] is
displayed briefly, and then shooting
begins.
zDo not disturb the camera while shooting.
zTo cancel shooting, press the movie
button again....")
61 Making Subjects Stand Out (Background Defocus) Still Images Movies You can shoot subjects so that they stand out from the background. Two consecutive images are captured with settings optimized for background defocus. The background is defocused through lens effects and subject- and scene-based image processing. 1 Choose []. zFollow steps 1 – 2 in “Specific Scenes” (= 57) and choose []. 2 Shoot. z Hold the camera steady as you shoot. Two consecutive images are captured when you press the shutter button all the way down. zA blinking [] icon indicates that the images could not be processed. ● Excessive motion blur or certain shooting conditions may prevent you from obtaining the desired results. ●For the best results with background defocusing, try shooting close to the subject, and ensure ample distance between the subject and background. ●There may be a delay after shooting before you can shoot again. ●To adjust the effect level, turn the [] ring. Shooting with a Toy Camera Effect (Toy Camera Effect) Still Images Movies This effect makes images resemble shots from a toy camera by vignetting (darker, blurred image corners) and changing the overall color. 1 Choose []. zFollow steps 1 – 2 in “Specific Scenes” (= 57) and choose []. 2 Choose a color tone. z Turn the [] ring to choose a color tone. zA preview is shown of how your shot will look with the effect applied. 3 Shoot. Standard Shots resemble toy camera images. Warm Images have a warmer tone than with [Standard]. Cool Images have a cooler tone than with [Standard]. ● Try taking some test shots first, to make sure you obtain the desired results. P Mode Tv, Av, M, and C Mode Playback Mode Wi-Fi Functions Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Before Use Index Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode / Hybrid Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes
62 Shooting in Monochrome Still Images Movies Shoot images in black and white, sepia, or blue and white. 1 Choose []. zFollow steps 1 – 2 in “Specific Scenes” (= 57) and choose []. 2 Choose a color tone. z Turn the [] ring to choose a color tone. zA preview is shown of how your shot will look with the effect applied. 3 Shoot. B/W Black and white shots. Sepia Sepia tone shots. Blue Blue and white shots. Shooting with a Soft Focus Effect Still Images Movies This function allows you to shoot images as if a soft focus filter were attached to the camera. You can adjust the effect level as desired. 1 Choose []. z Follow steps 1 – 2 in “Specific Scenes” (= 57) and choose []. 2 Choose an effect level. z Turn the [] ring to choose an effect level. z A preview is shown of how your shot will look with the effect applied. 3 Shoot. ● Try taking some test shots first, to make sure you obtain the desired results. P Mode Tv, Av, M, and C Mode Playback Mode Wi-Fi Functions Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Before Use Index Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode / Hybrid Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes
63 4 Shoot. zPress the shutter button. The flash fires as the camera takes the first shot. zThe second and third shots are now taken, without firing the flash. 5 Have the person stay still until the lamp blinks. zThe person you are shooting should stay still until the lamp blinks three times after the third shot, which may take up to about two seconds. zAll the shots are combined to create a single image. ● Under some shooting conditions, images may not look as expected. ●For better shots, have the person stand away from illumination such as street lights, and make sure the flash is raised. ●There will be a delay before you can shoot again, as the camera processes the images. ●To avoid blurry shots, make sure the person you shoot in steps 4 – 5 stays still. Special Modes for Other Purposes Shooting Starry Skies (Star) Shooting People against Starry Skies (Star Portrait) Still Images Movies Capture beautiful shots of people against starry skies. After initially firing the flash to capture the person, the camera shoots twice without flash. The three images are combined into a single image and processed to make the stars more prominent. For details on the flash range, see “Camera” ( = 204). 1 Choose []. z Follow steps 1 – 2 in “Specific Scenes” (= 57) and choose [], and then press the [] button. z Touch [], and then press the [] button. z Zoom is set to maximum wide angle and cannot be adjusted. 2 Raise the flash. zMove the [] switch. 3 Secure the camera. zMount the camera on a tripod or take other measures to keep it still. P Mode Tv, Av, M, and C Mode Playback Mode Wi-Fi Functions Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Before Use Index Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode / Hybrid Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes
64 Shooting Night Scenes under Starry Skies (Star Nightscape) Still Images Movies Capture impressive shots of starry skies above night scenes. Starlight in the image is automatically enhanced, making starry skies look beautiful. 1 Choose []. zFollow steps 1 – 2 in “Specific Scenes” (= 57) and choose [], and then press the [] button. z Touch [], and then press the [] button. z Zoom is set to maximum wide angle and cannot be adjusted. 2 Secure the camera. zMount the camera on a tripod or take other measures to keep it still and prevent camera shake. 3 Shoot. ● There will be a delay before you can shoot again, as the camera processes the images. ●For easier viewing, try choosing MENU ► [2] tab ► [Night Display] ► [On] ( = 161) before shooting. ● To adjust subject brightness, try changing the flash exposure compensation ( = 88). ● To adjust background brightness, try changing the exposure compensation ( = 74). However, images may not look as expected under some shooting conditions, and the person should stay still in steps 4 – 5, which may take up to about 15 seconds. ● To capture more stars and brighter starlight, choose MENU (= 29) ► [6] tab ► [Star Portrait Settings] ► [Star Visibility] ► [Prominent]. However, images may not look as expected under some shooting conditions, and the person should stay still in steps 4 – 5, which may take up to about 8 seconds. ● To make stars brighter, choose MENU ( = 29) ► [6] tab ► [Star Emphasis] ► [Sharp]. To emphasize the bright stars in a starry sky, set [Star Emphasis] to [Soft]. This setting can produce eye-catching shots by enlarging bright stars while de-emphasizing dimmer stars. To disable starlight processing, select [Off]. ● You can also choose the shooting mode by choosing [] in steps 1 – 2 of “Specific Scenes” ( = 57), touching [] to access the setting screen, touching [], and then touching the same option or []. P Mode Tv, Av, M, and C Mode Playback Mode Wi-Fi Functions Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Before Use Index Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode / Hybrid Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes
65 2 Specify the duration of the shooting session. zTurn the [] ring to choose the shooting duration. 3 Secure the camera. z Mount the camera on a tripod or take other measures to keep it still. 4 Shoot. zPress the shutter button all the way down. [Busy] is displayed briefly, and then shooting begins. zDo not disturb the camera while shooting. zTo cancel shooting, press the shutter button all the way down again. Note that cancellation may take up to about 30 seconds. ● If the camera runs out of battery power, shooting stops and a composite image created from the images up to that point is saved. ●There will be a delay before you can shoot again, as the camera processes the images. ●For easier viewing, try choosing MENU ► [2] tab ► [Night Display] ► [On] ( = 161) before shooting. ● Try switching to manual focus mode ( = 81) to more accurately specify the focal position before shooting. ● You can also choose the shooting mode by choosing [] in steps 1 – 2 of “Specific Scenes” ( = 57), touching [] to access the setting screen, touching [], and then touching the same option or []. ● For easier viewing, try choosing MENU ► [2] tab ► [Night Display] ► [On] ( = 161) before shooting. ● To make stars brighter, choose MENU ( = 29) ► [5] tab ► [Star Emphasis] ► [Sharp]. To emphasize the bright stars in a starry sky, set [Star Emphasis] to [Soft]. This setting can produce eye-catching shots by enlarging bright stars while de-emphasizing dimmer stars. To disable starlight processing, select [Off]. ● Try switching to manual focus mode ( = 81) to more accurately specify the focal position before shooting. ● You can also choose the shooting mode by choosing [] in steps 1 – 2 of “Specific Scenes” ( = 57), touching [] to access the setting screen, touching [], and then touching the same option or []. Shooting Star Trails (Star Trails) Still Images Movies Streaks created by the movement of stars through the sky are recorded in a single image. After determining the shutter speed and number of shots, the camera shoots continuously. A shooting session can last up to about two hours. Check the battery level in advance. 1 Choose []. z Follow steps 1 – 2 in “Specific Scenes” (= 57) and choose [], and then press the [] button. z Touch [], and then press the [] button. z Zoom is set to maximum wide angle and cannot be adjusted. P Mode Tv, Av, M, and C Mode Playback Mode Wi-Fi Functions Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Before Use Index Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode / Hybrid Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes
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4 Check the brightness.
zPress the shutter button all the way down
to shoot a single still image.
zSwitch to Playback mode ( = 103) and
check image brightness.
z To adjust the brightness, turn the [] ring
on the shooting screen and change the
exposure level. Check brightness again
by taking another shot.
5 Shoot.
z Press the movie button. [Busy] is
displayed briefly, and then shooting
begins.
zDo not disturb the camera while shooting.
zTo cancel shooting, press the movie
button again. Note that cancellation may
take up to about 30 seconds.
zThe camera operates in Eco mode
(= 161) while shooting.
Item
Options Details
Effect
Choose movie effects,
such as star trails.
Shot Interval 15
sec., 30 sec.,
1 min. Choose the interval
between each shot.
Frame Rate
, (NTSC), (PAL) Choose the movie frame
rate.
Shooting Time 60
min., 90 min.,
120 min., Unlimited Choose the length of
the recording session.
To record until the
battery runs out, choose
[Unlimited].
Shooting Movies of Star Movement (Star Time-Lapse Movie)
Still Images Movies
By recording a time-lapse movie that combines images shot at a specified
interval, you can create movies with fast-moving stars. You can adjust the
shooting interval and recording duration as needed.
Note that each session takes a long time, and requires many shots. Check
the battery level and memory card space in advance.
1 Choose [].
z
Follow steps 1 – 2 in “Specific Scenes”
(= 57) and choose [], and then
press the [] button.
z Touch [], and then press the []
button.
z Zoom is set to maximum wide angle and
cannot be adjusted.
2 Configure movie settings.
zTouch [].
zTouch an item, and then choose the
desired option.
3 Secure the camera.
zMount the camera on a tripod or take
other measures to keep it still.
P Mode
Tv, Av, M, and C Mode
Playback Mode
Wi-Fi Functions
Setting Menu
Accessories
Appendix
Before Use
Index
Basic Guide
Advanced Guide
Camera Basics
Auto Mode /
Hybrid Auto Mode
Other Shooting Modes
67 ●Sound is not recorded. ●For easier viewing, try choosing MENU ► [2] tab ► [Night Display] ► [On] ( = 161) before shooting. ● You can also access the screen in step 2 by choosing MENU (= 29) ► [5] tab ► [Star Time-Lapse Movie Setting]. ● To save each shot collected before the movie is created, choose MENU ( = 29) ► [5] tab ► [Save Stills] ► [On]. Note that these individual images are managed as a single group, and during playback, only the first image is displayed. To indicate that the image is part of a group, [ ] is displayed in the upper left of the screen. If you erase a grouped image ( = 115), all images in the group are also erased. Be careful when erasing images. ● Try switching to manual focus mode ( = 81) to more accurately specify the focal position before shooting. ● Even if you specify [Unlimited] in [Shooting Time] in step 2 and use an AC adapter kit (sold separately , = 168), shooting will stop after about 8 hours, at most. ● You can also choose the shooting mode by choosing [] in steps 1 – 2 of “Specific Scenes” ( = 57), touching [] to access the setting screen, touching [], and then touching the same option or []. Estimated playback time based on shooting interval and frame rate (for a one-hour session) Interval between Shots Frame Rate Playback Time NTSC PA L 15 sec. 16 sec. 15 sec. 8 sec. 30 sec. 8 sec. 30 sec. 4 sec. 1 min. 4 sec. 1 min. 2 sec. ● There will be a delay before you can shoot again, as the camera processes the images. ●If the camera runs out of battery power or memory card space, shooting stops and a movie created from the images up to that point is saved. ●A shooting interval of [1 min.] is not available with these effects: [], [], [], or []. P Mode Tv, Av, M, and C Mode Playback Mode Wi-Fi Functions Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Before Use Index Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode / Hybrid Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes
68 Adjusting the Focus Still Images Movies Automatically adjust the focus to suit starry skies. 1 Choose a shooting mode. zChoose [] (= 64), [] (= 65), or [] ( = 66). 2 Secure the camera. z Mount the camera on a tripod or take other measures to keep it still. 3 Frame the stars to capture. zTouch [], and then touch [Refine starfocus]. z Tilt the camera so that the stars to capture are inside the frame displayed. 4 Adjust the focus. zPress the [] button. [Adjusting star focus] is displayed, and adjustment begins. z Adjustment may take up to about 30 seconds. Do not move the camera until [Adjustment completed] is displayed. zPress the [] button. 5 Shoot ( = 64, = 65, = 66). ●The focal position may not be adjusted under the following conditions. If so, try again from step 3. -There is a bright light source -Airplanes or other light sources or clouds crossed the sky ● If adjustment fails, focus returns to the original position. Adjusting Colors Still Images Movies Colors can be manually adjusted in [] mode. 1 Choose a shooting mode. zChoose [] (= 63), [] (= 64), [] ( = 65), or [] (= 66). 2 Choose color adjustment. z Press the [] button, and then choose [] in the menu ( = 28). 3 Adjust the setting. z Turn the [] ring to adjust the correction level for B and A, and then press the [] button. z Once the setting is complete, [] is displayed. ● B represents blue and A, amber. ●Skin tones remain the same when you adjust colors in [] mode. ●Advanced settings can be accessed by pressing the [] button when the screen in step 2 is displayed ( = 78). ● You can also choose the correction level by touching or dragging the bar in step 2. P Mode Tv, Av, M, and C Mode Playback Mode Wi-Fi Functions Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Before Use Index Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode / Hybrid Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes
69 Locking or Changing Image Brightness before Recording Still Images Movies You can lock the exposure before or during recording or adjust it in 1/3- stop increments within a range of −3 to +3 stops. 1 Lock the exposure. zTouch [] to lock the exposure. zTo unlock the exposure, touch [] again. 2 Adjust the exposure. zTurn the [] ring to adjust the exposure, as you watch the screen. 3 Shoot ( = 69). Recording Various Movies Recording Movies in [] Mode Still Images Movies 1 Enter [] mode. zSet the mode dial to []. zTouch [], and then choose []. zTo confirm your choice, touch [OK]. zBlack bars are displayed on the top and bottom edges of the screen, and the subject is slightly enlarged. The black bars indicate image areas not recorded. 2 Configure the settings to suit the movie (= 190). 3 Shoot. zPress the movie button. zTo stop movie recording, press the movie button again. ● You can also choose the shooting mode by accessing MENU (= 29) ► [1] tab ► [Rec. Mode]. ● Focus can be adjusted during recording by touching [] (to switch it to []) and then touching [][]. P Mode Tv, Av, M, and C Mode Playback Mode Wi-Fi Functions Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Before Use Index Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode / Hybrid Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes
70 Correcting Severe Camera Shake Still Images Movies Counteract severe camera shake, such as when recording while moving. The portion of images displayed changes more than for [Standard], and subjects are further enlarged. zFollow the steps in “Recording Movies with Subjects at the Same Size Shown before Shooting” ( = 52) to choose [High]. ● [Dynamic IS] is not available when [IS Mode] is set to [Off]. ●Only [Standard] is available when the movie quality is [] (NTSC) or [] (PAL). Sound Settings Still Images Movies Deactivating the Wind Filter Noise caused by strong wind can be reduced. However, the recording may sound unnatural when this option is used when there is no wind. In this case, you can deactivate the wind filter. z Press the [] button, choose [Wind Filter] on the [7] tab, and then press the [] button ( = 29). z Choose [Off] ( = 29). Disabling Auto Slow Shutter Still Images Movies Auto Slow Shutter can be disabled if movement in movies is rough. However, under low light, movies may look dark. z Press the [] button, choose [ Auto slow shutter] on the [7] tab, and then choose [A-SLOW OFF] ( = 29). z To restore the original setting, repeat this process but choose [A-SLOW ON]. ● Auto Slow Shutter only applies to [] (with NTSC) or [] (with PAL) movies. P Mode Tv, Av, M, and C Mode Playback Mode Wi-Fi Functions Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Before Use Index Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode / Hybrid Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes