- 49 -A Zoom bar≥ Maximum zoom ratio for recording motion pictures can be set with [ZOOM MODE]. (l 90)∫ About the zoom barThe zoom bar is displayed during the zoom operation.∫ About the zoom speed≥ The zoom speed varies depending on the range over which the zoom lever is moved.≥ The zoom operation using the zoom button icons will be performed at a constant speedrespectively.Zoom ratio during the Still Picture Recording ModeThe zoom ratio can be expanded up to 50k without degrading the picture quality for the Still PictureRecording Mode. (Extra Optical Zoom)≥ Maximum zoom ratio in Still Picture Recording Mode varies depending on the setting of[PICTURE SIZE] and [ASPECT RATIO]. (l 101, 102)≥ If you take your finger off the zoom lever during zoom operation, the operation sound may berecorded. When returning the zoom lever to the original position, move it quietly.≥ When the zoom magnification is at its maximum, the subjects are focused at about 1.5 m(4.9 feet) or more.≥ When the zoom magnification is 1k, this unit can focus on a subject approx. 3 cm (1.2 q) awayfrom the lens.Advanced (Recording)Using the zoomTW6WT6WTTWTWZoom lever/Zoom button iconsT side:Close-up recording (zoom in)W side:Wide-angle recording (zoom out) TW B Optical ZoomC Motion Picture Recording Mode: i.Zoom/Digital zoom (Blue)Still Picture Recording Mode: Extra Optical Zoom (Blue)