Virtual Workshops: VIDEO PRODUCTION IN THE FIELD
Lesson 6 - Recording in the Field
Now we’re ready to shoot!
1. Press the [START/STOP] button on the rear of the camera OR on top of the camera handle to begin recording. A red dot will appear on the screen throughout the duration of your recording.
2. To adjust your camera’s zoom range, use the ZOOM lever (located atop the camera beside the [START/STOP] button. Press the front lever lightly to tighten [T] or zoom in on your subject. Press the back lever lightly to widen [W] or zoom out away from your subject.
3. To pause the recording, press [START/STOP] button again.
When monitoring your recording, be aware of the following factors and correct as necessary:
Exposure
Is your image too dark/too bright? Use the Exposure options available in the [FUNC] > [Rec. Program] menu to correct the image.
White Balance
Is the color wrong? Use the White Balance options available in the [FUNC] > [WB White Balance] menu to correct the image.
FOCUS:
Is the image blurry? If so:
1. Touch the [FUNC] button.
2. Open the focus controls: [FUNC]. (Be sure your camera mode switch is set to Manual mode or Cinema mode).
3. Touch [MF] button.
4. Touch a subject that appears inside the Focus frame. The focusing distance will be adjusted automatically. You have the option to further adjust the focus manually as necessary.