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4Pictures simulatedMPEG-4 MovieYou can record movies with sound in MPEG-4 format onto amemory card. Movies in MPEG-4 format can be easilydownloaded to a computer and attached to e-mail messages.You may choose to record in 352 x 288 pixels or 176 x 144pixels.Digital Photo ModeFor added flexibility, you may take up to 700 still images on asingle MiniDV tape (in SP Mode). The camcorder records thephotos for approximately 6seconds, as well as recordingthe sound for your verbal notesor narration. You can searchthrough the recorded tape foryour photos using the suppliedremote control.Continuous Shooting ModeThe OPTURA features a continuous shooting Mode, allowingyou to capture a rapid succession of photos. Shoot up to 30images at 3 frames per second in VGA (640X480) size. Thisfunction is linked with the built-in flash, so continuous shootingis possible even in dark locations.Auto Exposure BracketingThis feature allows you to record three photos(normal, underexposed and overexposed)simply by pressing the PHOTObutton once.Selectable Focusing PointsSometimes, the subject we want to photograph is not in thecenter of the frame. Choose from one of three focusing pointsto automatically put the subject you want into sharp focus.Simultaneous Photo RecordingWhile recording video, the OPTURA is able to simultaneouslycapture VGA quality (640 x 480 pixels) digital photos onto amemory card. This is perfect for those who want to capturee-mail ready photos, without interruption.NormalUnderexposed2.0 Megapixel High Resolution PhotosThe OPTURA features advanced image processing, forcapturing stunning, 2.0 Megapixel (1632 x1224 pixels) photos onto the includedmemory card. They may be captured at avariety of different image qualities andcompression sizes (Superfine/Fine/Normal).Overexposed4Manual Focus RingYou can easily and precisely adjust the focus with the manualfocus ring.