Recording a picture
Adjusting the LCD screen
The LCD panel can be opened up to 90 degrees. The LCD panel moves about 90 degrees
to the viewfinder side and about 180 degrees to the lens side.
180°
90°
When closing the LCD panel, set it vertically until it clicks, and swing it into the
camcorder body.
Note
When using the LCD screen except in the mirror mode, the viewfinder automatically
turns off.
When you use the LCD screen outdoors in direct sunlight
The LCD screen may be difficult to see. If this happens, we recommend that you use the
viewfinder.
When you adjust angles of the LCD panel
Make sure if the LCD panel is opened up to 90 degrees.
When recording with the LCD panel opened
Recording time becomes shorter a little compared with when recording with the LCD
panel closed.
Brightness of the LCD screen
You can adjust the brightness of the LCD screen. Select LCD B.L. or LCD BRIGHT in the
menu settings (p. 105). Even if you adjust the LCD B.L. or LCD BRIGHT, the recorded
picture will not be affected.
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