43Options Default value[ PROGRAM AE] Desiredrecording program** When you select [ SHUTTER-PRIO.AE],do not press and continue insteadwith the following procedure.1 Adjust ( ) the shutter speed tothe desired value and then press.2 Press .Shutter speed guidelinesNote that on screen only the denominatoris displayed – [ 250] indicates ashutter speed of 1/250 second, etc.* mode only.** mode only.NOTES[ SHUTTER-PRIO.AE]- When setting the shutter speed, thenumber display will flash if the value isnot appropriate for the recordingconditions. In such case, select adifferent value.- If you use a slow shutter speed in darkplaces, you can obtain a brighter image,but image quality may be lower, andautofocus may not work well.- The image may flicker when recordingwith fast shutter speeds.Mini Video LightYou can turn on the mini video light toshoot video or take photos in darkplaces.( 23)[ PROGRAM AE]The camcorder automatically adjusts theaperture and shutter speed to obtain the optimalexposure for the subject.[ SHUTTER-PRIO.AE]Set the shutter speed value. The camcorderautomatically sets the appropriate aperturevalue.TO SET THE SHUTTER SPEEDFUNC.FUNC.FUNC.FUNC.1/2*, 1/3*, 1/6, 1/12, 1/25To record in dimly lit places.1/50To record under most ordinary conditions.1/120To record indoor sports scenes.1/250, 1/500, 1/1000**To record from within a moving car or train or toshoot fast-moving subjects such as rollercoasters.1/2000**To record outdoor sports scenes on sunny days.