Canon DC100 Instruction Manual

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41Advanced FunctionsMore Recording OptionsEMore Recording OptionsManually Adjusting the ExposureAdjust the exposure when a subject is underexposed (for example, when backlit subjectsappear too dark in the image) or overexposed (for example, when recording subjectsunder very strong light and they appear too bright or glaring in the image).* only. To change the operating mode, refer toAbout the Operating Modes ( 9).Mode switch: (except for the [ FIREWORKS] recording program).1. Press ( ).• The exposure adjustment indicator and the neutralvalue “±0” appear on the screen.• If you operate the zoom during exposure lock, the brightnessof the image may change.2. Adjust ( ) the brightness of the image as required.• The adjustment range depends on the brightness of the picture at the time youlocked the exposure.• Pressing ( ) again will cancel the exposure lock and return the camcorder tothe previous setting.Changing the Metering MethodYou can select the light metering mode.* only. To change the operating mode, refer toAbout the Operating Modes ( 9).Mode switch:Options( 35) EVALUATIVE[ EVALUATIVE] Appropriate for standard shooting conditions, includingbacklit scenes. The camcorder divides the picture intoseveral zones for light metering and evaluatescomplex lighting conditions for the optimal exposure ofthe subject.[ CENT.WEIGHT.AVERAGE] Averages the light metered from the entire screen,giving more weight to the subject in the center.[ SPOT] Meters the area within the spot AE point frame. Usethis setting to adjust the exposure to match the subjectin the center of the screen.Metering Method iconDesired optionEXPEXPFUNC.FUNC.Downloaded From VideoCamera-Manual.com Manuals