36VQT3W31The following modes (appropriate for the condition) are set just by pointing the unit to whatyou want to record.*1 In Motion Picture Recording Mode only*2 In Still Picture Recording Mode only≥ Depending on the recording conditions, the unit may not enter the desired mode.≥ In the Portrait, Spotlight, or Low Light Mode, the face will be surrounded by a white framewhen detected. In the Portrait Mode, a subject that is bigger and close to center of thescreen will be surrounded by an orange frame. (l 69)≥ Using a tripod is recommended in Night Portrait and Night Scenery Mode.≥ Faces cannot be detected depending on the recording conditions, such as when faces areof certain sizes or at certain tilts or when digital zoom is used.BasicIntelligent Auto ModeMode EffectPortrait Faces are detected and focused automatically, and the brightnessis adjusted so it is recorded clearly.Scenery The whole landscape will be recorded vividly without whiting outthe background sky, which may be very bright.*1 Spotlight Very bright object is recorded clearly.*1 Low light It can record very clearly even in a dark room or twilight.*2 Night portrait A subject and the background are recorded with near real-lifebrightness.*2 Night scenery You can record night scenery vividly by slowing the shutter speed.*2 Macro This allows recording at very close proximity to the object ofrecording.*1*2Normal In modes other than those described above, the contrast isadjusted to give a clear picture.Intelligent auto/Manual buttonPress this button to switch Intelligent AutoMode/Manual Mode.≥ Please refer to page 77 for details aboutManual Mode./MANUAL