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≥During panorama still picture recordin g, the zoom function is disabled.
≥ If you record a motion picture with [PANORAMA] set to   (360 e 
PANORAMA) or   (180 e PANORAMA), zoom operations are 
available during recording but  zoom will be automatically canceled 
when you stop.
≥ The panorama still picture that will be recorded will be narrower than 
what is displayed in the recording screen.
≥ Panorama still pictures are indicated by   or   in the 1-file or 8-
file thumbnail display.
≥ When recording panorama still pictures, the following functions are 
disabled and cannot be used.
j[FLASH], [SCENE MODE], [CREATIVE CONTROL], [BURST] and 
[SELF TIMER]
≥ The following functions do not work with recording panorama still 
pictures.
j[E.I.S.(PICTURE)]
≥ When recording panorama still pictures, [FOCUS] is set to 
(AUTO).
≥ During panorama recording, the exposure is automatically corrected 
according to the brightness of the subject. (  [EXPOSURE] is 
set to   (PROGRAM)) To record with the exposure locked, use the 
AE lock function ( l11 4 ).
≥ When [PANORAMA] is set to   (360 e PANORAMA) or   (180 e 
PANORAMA), the field of view of the recording standby screen 
switches to the field of view for a still picture display. ( l48)
≥ Focus and White Balance will be fixed to the optimal values for the still 
picture for first frame. Therefore, if focus, brightness or a light source 
changes drastically  during recording, the panorama still picture as a 
whole may not be recorded with optimal focus or a color tone.
≥ Since panorama still picture is composed from multiple still pictures, 
there may be cases where the subject may warp or connection may 
stand out.
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≥In the following cases, it may not be possible to record correctly.
jWhen the swing speed is too fast or too slow
j When recording the subject that have monotone colors or patterns 
repeating (such as sky, sandy beach, etc.).
j When recording moving subjects (such as people, pets, automobile, 
wave, flowers swaying in the wind, etc.)
j When recording in a dark place
j When recording in places with flickering light source such as 
fluorescent lamp, candle, etc.
j When recording the unit held away from your body (axis of rotation)
≥ The recorded panorama picture will not be saved when the recording is 
terminated before reaching the half of the set angle. Even if the 
recording exceeds the halfway point, when the recording is terminated 
before reaching the set angle, the image up to the recording 
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The unit can record underwater at depths of down to 10 m (33 feet) 
( ) /5 m (16 feet) (  /  ). (for periods within 60 
minutes)
Record with color balance and audio that 
are suitable for recording underwater
When recording underwater, set [SCENE MODE] to   (UNDER 
WATER). The color balance and audio recording will be suitable for 
recording underwater.
≥Set to Recording Mode. ( l38)
Select the menu. (l60)
≥When [SCENE MODE] is set to   (UNDER WATER), [Before using 
the unit under water] and [Maintenance after use in water] are 
displayed. Please check beforehand to maintain the waterproof 
performance. Press the MENU button to exit the message screen.
≥After use underwater, wash the unit in fresh water and dry well. ( l14)
≥ Do not use the Under Water Mode except when recording underwater.
≥ When recording underwater, the sound of the unit motor will be 
recorded at a relatively high volu me. However, in Under Water Mode, 
the sound of the motor is suppressed through the action of an audio 
filter. (sound quality differs to when recording in other modes)
Advanced (Recording)
Recording underwater
Before recording underwater, be sure to read “(Important) About 
the Waterproof/Dustproof and Anti-shock Performance of this 
unit” (page  8 to  17) and to use the camera correctly. Incorrect use 
may result water entering the unit and malfunction.
[MENU]:   # [SCENE MODE]  # [  (UNDER WATER)]
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≥Set to Recording Mode. ( l38)
You can switch between motion picture recording and audio recording, 
and switch the image quality of the motion picture to record.
∫ Recommended REC MODE settings
The icons that show the recommended uses of each REC MODE are 
displayed on the setting screen. Set the REC MODE in accordance with 
uses.
A REC MODE
B Recommended icon
≥ Recommended use icons are displayed in blue.
Advanced (Recording)
Recording functions of menus
RECORDING MENU 1
[REC MODE]
[MENU]:   # [REC MODE]  # desired setting
:Records with 1920 k1080 pixels. (60i)
:Records with 1920 k1080 pixels. (30p)
:Records with 1280 k720 pixels. (60p)
:Records with 1280 k720 pixels. (30p)
:Records with 960 k540 pixels. (30p)
:Records with 640 k480 pixels. (30p)
:Records audio. (VOICE RECORD)
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 : Appropriate recording method for playing on high-vision  television.
 : Appropriate recording method for playing on a computer.
 : Appropriate recording method for Mac (iMovie’11).  Recommended for Mac users.
≥Recordable time using the battery ( l27)
≥ About the recordable time on the SD card or built-in memory 
(l 234)
≥ This function’s default setting is   mode.
≥ When the unit is moved a lot or moved quickly, or when a fast-moving 
subject is recorded (particularly when recording in   mode), 
mosaic-type noise may appear at playback.
≥ You can also make the setting from the simple menu ( l62).
Recommended icon
Appropriate for playing on high-vision television.
Appropriate for playing on a computer.
Appropriate for playing videos recorded using this unit via a 
Wi-Fi connection to a DLNA-compatible television.
Appropriate for playing videos recorded using this unit on a 
smartphone via a Wi-Fi connection to a smartphone.
Appropriate for copying and playing recorded videos onto a 
smartphone using the Wi-Fi function.
Appropriate for copying recorded videos and transferring 
them from a smartphone to an SNS using the Wi-Fi 
function.
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Please refer to page 80.
The higher the number of pixels, the higher the clarity of the picture when 
printing.
≥ You can also make the setting from the simple menu ( l62).
Please refer to page  83.
[SLOW MOTION MODE]
[PICTURE SIZE]
[MENU]:   # [PICTURE SIZE]  # desired setting
Picture sizeAspect ratioHX-WA30HX-WA3 / HX-WA03
4608 k3456 4608k3456 4:3
3616 k2712 4352k3264 4:3
2560 k1920 3072k2304 4:3
2048 k1536 2048k1536 4:3
640 k480 640k480 4:3
4608 k2592 4352k2448 16:9
3840 k2160 3744k2106 16:9
2560 k1440 2560k1440 16:9
1920 k1080 1920k1080 16:9
[CREATIVE CONTROL]
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When you record images in different situations, this mode automatically 
sets optimum shutter speeds and apertures.
[SCENE MODE]
[MENU]:  # [SCENE MODE]  # desired setting
 (OFF):
Cancel the setting
5  (SPORTS):
To make fast moving scenes less shaky with slow playback and pause 
of playback
 (PORTRAIT):
To make people stand out against the background
 (SPOT LIGHT):
Improved quality when subject is brightly illuminated
 (SNOW):
Improved image quality when shooting in snowy locations
 (BEACH):
To make blue in the sea or sky vibrant
 (SUNSET):
To make red in the sunrise or sunset vibrant
 (FIREWORKS):
To capture the fireworks in the night sky beautifully
 (LANDSCAPE):
For spatial scenery
 (NIGHT SCENERY):
To capture the evening or night scenery beautifully
 (NIGHT PORTRAIT):
To capture a person and the background brightly
 (HANDHELD NIGHT SHOT)*1, 2:
For bright still pictures with reduced image shake
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*1 only
*2 Mode for still picture recording only. This will not operate during the  motion picture recording.
≥You can also make the setting from the simple menu ( l62).
≥ (SUNSET/FIREWORKS/LANDSCAPE/NIGHT SCENERY/NIGHT 
PORTRAIT)
jImage may get blurry when close object is recorded.
≥ (FIREWORKS)
jThe shutter speed is 1/30. (Motion picture recording)
j Image may get washed out when recorded in bright surrounding.
j  (the camera shake icon) is displayed constantly when recording 
still pictures, but this does not indicate a fault.
≥ (NIGHT SCENERY/NIGHT PORTRAIT/HDR Backlight Comp.)
jUsing a tripod is recommended.
≥ (LOW LIGHT)
jThe shutter speed is 1/15 or more. (Motion picture recording)
≥ (HDR Backlight Comp.)
jWhen recording a moving subject, a ghost image may appear.
j The field of view of the recorded still picture is smaller than the range 
displayed on the recording screen.
 (HDR Backlight Comp.)*2:
Provides definition in regions that would otherwise be black or white
 (UNDER WATER):
For reduced background noise and clear underwater recording ( l93)
 (LOW LIGHT):
For dark scenes, such as at dusk
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∫
Limitations of Scene Mode settings
SettingLimitations
 (SPORTS) PANORAMA: Fixed to   (OFF).
CREATIVE CONTROL: Fixed to OFF.
FOCUS: Fixed to  .
Slow Motion Mode: The setting is 
canceled.
EXPOSURE: Fixed to  .
 (PORTRAIT)
 (SPOT LIGHT)
 (SNOW)
 (BEACH) PANORAMA: Fixed to   (OFF).
CREATIVE CONTROL: Fixed to OFF.
FOCUS: Fixed to  .
WHITE BALANCE: Fixed to  .
Slow Motion Mode: The setting is 
canceled.
EXPOSURE: Fixed to  .
 (SUNSET)
 (FIREWORKS)
PANORAMA: Fixed to   (OFF).
CREATIVE CONTROL: Fixed to OFF.
FOCUS: Fixed to  .
FLASH: Fixed to  .
ISO: Fixed to AUTO.
FACE FRAMING: Fixed to   (OFF).
EXP COMPENSATION: Fixed to ± 0.
WHITE BALANCE: Fixed to  .
Slow Motion Mode: The setting is 
canceled.
EXPOSURE: Fixed to  .
 (LANDSCAPE) PANORAMA: Fixed to   (OFF).
CREATIVE CONTROL: Fixed to OFF.
FOCUS: Fixed to  .
FACE FRAMING: Fixed to   (OFF).
Slow Motion Mode: The setting is 
canceled.
EXPOSURE: Fixed to  .
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 (NIGHT SCENERY)PANORAMA: Fixed to   (OFF).
CREATIVE CONTROL: Fixed to OFF.
FOCUS: Fixed to  .
FLASH: Fixed to  .
FACE FRAMING: Fixed to   (OFF).
Slow Motion Mode: The setting is 
canceled.
EXPOSURE: Fixed to  .
 (NIGHT PORTRAIT) PANORAMA: Fixed to   (OFF).
CREATIVE CONTROL: Fixed to OFF.
FOCUS: Fixed to  .
Slow Motion Mode: The setting is 
canceled.
EXPOSURE: Fixed to  .
 (HANDHELD NIGHT 
SHOT) BURST: Fixed to   (OFF).
PANORAMA: Fixed to   (OFF).
CREATIVE CONTROL: Fixed to OFF.
FOCUS: Fixed to  .
FLASH: Fixed to  .
E.I.S.(PICTURE): Fixed to  .
ISO: Fixed to AUTO.
Slow Motion Mode: The setting is 
canceled.
EXPOSURE: Fixed to  .
SettingLimitations
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