Recording Programs46: Changing the Shutter Speed andSpecial Scene ProgramsUse the automatic exposure (AE)program to set the shutter speed or selectone of the special scene recordingprograms.POINTS TO CHECKMode switch:TO SET THE SHUTTER SPEED IN THE[ PROGRAM AE] RECORDING PROGRAMShutter speed guidelinesNote that on screen only the denominatoris displayed – “ 250” indicates a shutterspeed of 1/250, etc.NOTES Do not change the position of the modeswitch while recording as the brightness of theimage may change abruptly. [ PROGRAM AE]- When setting the shutter speed, the numberdisplayed will flash if the value selected is notappropriate for the recording conditions. In suchcase, select a different value.- If you use a slow shutter speed in dark places,you can obtain a brighter image, but the imagequality may be lower, and the autofocus maynot work well.- The image may flicker when recording withhigh shutter speeds.- Recording movies under fluorescent lights: If thescreen starts to flicker, select [ PROGRAMAE] and set the shutter speed to 1/100.- The shutter speed resets to [ AUTO] whenyou set the mode switch to or change therecording program. [ PORTRAIT]/[ SPORTS]/[ BEACH]/[ SNOW]- The picture may not appear smooth duringplayback.( 10)FUNC.( 24)Icon of the currently selectedRecording ProgramDesired optionMENUCAMERA SETUPSHUTTERDesired optionFUNC.FUNC.FUNC.FUNC.1/601/60For general recordings.1/1001/100For recording indoor sports scenes.1/250, 1/500, 1/10001/250For recording from within a car or train, orfor recording moving subjects such asroller coasters.1/2000For recording outdoor sports such as golfor tennis on sunny days.
