Page 87 - sony camera manule-Book

OFF ( )
FACE DETECTION
Records without flash.
Adjusts the focus/color/exposure of face
b Notes
images automatically. Also, adjusts face
• The recommended distance to the subject when images for clear viewing.
using the built-in flash is approximately 0.3 to
2.5 m (1 to 8 feet). B ON ( )
• Remove any dust from the surface of the flash Detects face images in frames, then adjusts
lamp before using it. Flash effect may be their image quality automatically.
impaired if heat discoloration or dust obscures
Face detection frame
the lamp.
• /CHG lamp (p. 137) flickers while charging
the flash, and remains lit when charging is
complete.
• If you use the flash when shooting a backlit
subject or in bright places, the flash may not be
effective.
FLASH LEVEL Face detection icon
ON [NO FRAMES] ( )
You can set this function when you shoot
still images using the built-in flash, or an Detects face images without frames, then
external flash (optional) that is compatible adjusts their image quality automatically.
with your camcorder. OFF
HIGH( ) Face images are no detected.
Makes the flash level higher. b Notes
B NORMAL( ) • Your camcorder may not be able to detect face Customizing your camcorder
images depending on the recording condition.
LOW( ) • Your camcorder may not be able to optimize the
Makes the flash level lower. images depending on the recording condition. In
this case, set [FACE DETECTION] to [OFF].
REDEYE REDUC
INDEX SET
You can set this function when you shoot
still images using the built-in flash, or an The camcorder detects faces automatically
external flash (optional) that is compatible during movie recording. The default setting
with your camcorder. is [ON].
Set [REDEYE REDUC] to [ON], then set Face icons and their meanings
[FLASH MODE] (p. 86) to [AUTO] or : This icon appears when the setting is
[ON] to display . [ON].
You can prevent redeye by activating the : This icon flashes when your
flash before recording.
camcorder detects a face. The icon
b Notes stops flashing when the face is
recorded in the Face Index.
• The redeye reduction may not produce the
desired effect due to individual differences and : This icon appears when faces cannot
other conditions. be recorded in the Face Index.

Continued , 87