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... adjust many functions featured in the camcorder. The advanced image stabilization (A 53) will let you can have the camcorder in focus. Manual controls at full wide angle of approximately 2.91 megapixels (2136x1362). AVCHD/MP4 recording and dual recording When you record, you can access...of 20x optical zoom. * 28.8 mm when using different formats. The following are just some of situations. Highlights of the Camcorder The Canon VIXIA HF G21 HD Camcorder is a high-performance camcorder whose compact size makes it ideal in a variety of the many aspects of the picture, such as...
... adjust many functions featured in the camcorder. The advanced image stabilization (A 53) will let you can have the camcorder in focus. Manual controls at full wide angle of approximately 2.91 megapixels (2136x1362). AVCHD/MP4 recording and dual recording When you record, you can access...of 20x optical zoom. * 28.8 mm when using different formats. The following are just some of situations. Highlights of the Camcorder The Canon VIXIA HF G21 HD Camcorder is a high-performance camcorder whose compact size makes it ideal in a variety of the many aspects of the picture, such as...
Instruction Manual
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...52 Advanced Image Stabilization 53 Automatic Gain Control (AGC) Limit 54 Automatic Exposure Recording Programs 55 Exposure Adjustment 57 Using the Manual Exposure Recording Program 57 Exposure Compensation 58 White Balance 60 Special Scene Recording Programs 62 Looks and Other Image Effects 64 Selecting.../MIC Terminal) 73 Microphone Directionality (Built-in Microphone) 74 Audio Equalizer (Built-in Microphone) 74 Wind Screen (Built-in this Manual 8 Supplied Accessories 10 Names of Parts 11 2 Preparations 15 Attaching the Ferrite Core 15 Charging the Battery Pack 15 Preparing the ...
...52 Advanced Image Stabilization 53 Automatic Gain Control (AGC) Limit 54 Automatic Exposure Recording Programs 55 Exposure Adjustment 57 Using the Manual Exposure Recording Program 57 Exposure Compensation 58 White Balance 60 Special Scene Recording Programs 62 Looks and Other Image Effects 64 Selecting.../MIC Terminal) 73 Microphone Directionality (Built-in Microphone) 74 Audio Equalizer (Built-in Microphone) 74 Wind Screen (Built-in this Manual 8 Supplied Accessories 10 Names of Parts 11 2 Preparations 15 Attaching the Ferrite Core 15 Charging the Battery Pack 15 Preparing the ...
Instruction Manual
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... procedures. • POINTS TO CHECK: Restrictions or requirements regarding the function described. • A: Reference page number within this manual. • The following precautions while the camcorder's ACCESS indicator is connected to the camcorder, do so may result in permanent data... and the viewfinder screen. 1About this ManIunaltroduction Introduction About this Manual Thank you for future reference. Please read this manual carefully before you use the camcorder and retain it for purchasing the Canon VIXIA HF G21. Should your camcorder fail to operate correctly, refer 8 to...
... procedures. • POINTS TO CHECK: Restrictions or requirements regarding the function described. • A: Reference page number within this manual. • The following precautions while the camcorder's ACCESS indicator is connected to the camcorder, do so may result in permanent data... and the viewfinder screen. 1About this ManIunaltroduction Introduction About this Manual Thank you for future reference. Please read this manual carefully before you use the camcorder and retain it for purchasing the Canon VIXIA HF G21. Should your camcorder fail to operate correctly, refer 8 to...
Instruction Manual
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For details, refer to Turning the Camcorder On and Off (A 21). In this Manual The three sets of the lens barrel) to other onscreen messages and displays. at full wide-angle, measured from the front of icons indicate the ...
For details, refer to Turning the Camcorder On and Off (A 21). In this Manual The three sets of the lens barrel) to other onscreen messages and displays. at full wide-angle, measured from the front of icons indicate the ...
Instruction Manual
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With this mode, you just prefer not to bother with detailed camcorder settings. (Manual) mode Set the mode switch to create unique movies (A 42). This operating mode is suitable if you can give your recordings a cinematic look and use ...
With this mode, you just prefer not to bother with detailed camcorder settings. (Manual) mode Set the mode switch to create unique movies (A 42). This operating mode is suitable if you can give your recordings a cinematic look and use ...
Instruction Manual
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... will include only a simplified way to show how to settings in the setup menus and functions in the FUNC. If necessary, refer back to this manual, navigating the setup menus is not necessary to scroll up and down to bring it is explained using the touch panel controls but they can...
... will include only a simplified way to show how to settings in the setup menus and functions in the FUNC. If necessary, refer back to this manual, navigating the setup menus is not necessary to scroll up and down to bring it is explained using the touch panel controls but they can...
Instruction Manual
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The Intelligent IS icon will change to your preference. Recording in (zooming toward T); Canon shall not be set the image stabilization mode manually (A 53). In and modes, you can set automatically as in mode, though, the camcorder can help you with the settings, for ...regularly (A 102), especially after making important recordings. Operating modes: 1 Set the mode switch to n. 2 Set the power switch to the menus and manually adjust the exposure, focus, white balance and many more of data. Zooming out (zooming toward S) È (Powered IS)* Close-up of the following...
The Intelligent IS icon will change to your preference. Recording in (zooming toward T); Canon shall not be set the image stabilization mode manually (A 53). In and modes, you can set automatically as in mode, though, the camcorder can help you with the settings, for ...regularly (A 102), especially after making important recordings. Operating modes: 1 Set the mode switch to n. 2 Set the power switch to the menus and manually adjust the exposure, focus, white balance and many more of data. Zooming out (zooming toward S) È (Powered IS)* Close-up of the following...
Instruction Manual
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... as you focus more easily. NOTES • The center of the focus/ zoom ring (A 117). Operating modes: 1 Set the focus/zoom ring switch to focus manually. POINTS TO CHECK 44 • Adjust the zoom before you can also turn off this function with the [FUNC.] > [MENU] > p > [Focus Assistance] ...help make sure the subject is available even after touching the screen to further adjust the focus. Focus Adjustment Focus Adjustment The camcorder offers manual and automatic focus adjustment. To focus by touching the subject on the screen. 3 Turn the focus/zoom ring to assist you can ...
... as you focus more easily. NOTES • The center of the focus/ zoom ring (A 117). Operating modes: 1 Set the focus/zoom ring switch to focus manually. POINTS TO CHECK 44 • Adjust the zoom before you can also turn off this function with the [FUNC.] > [MENU] > p > [Focus Assistance] ...help make sure the subject is available even after touching the screen to further adjust the focus. Focus Adjustment Focus Adjustment The camcorder offers manual and automatic focus adjustment. To focus by touching the subject on the screen. 3 Turn the focus/zoom ring to assist you can ...
Instruction Manual
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... which the camcorder returns to the preset focus position. You can turn the focus/zoom ring on the screen. Focus Adjustment Focus Preset When focusing manually, you can set the preset focus position. 5 After adjusting the focus, touch [ON] to return to the preset focus position. • Touch [SET] again to...
... which the camcorder returns to the preset focus position. You can turn the focus/zoom ring on the screen. Focus Adjustment Focus Preset When focusing manually, you can set the preset focus position. 5 After adjusting the focus, touch [ON] to return to the preset focus position. • Touch [SET] again to...
Instruction Manual
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... to set [FUNC.] > [MENU] > p > [ND Filter] to [k Automatic]. • When you stop turning the ring, the camcorder returns to focus manually. Medium AF] Sets the autofocus to Instant AF. The camcorder focuses more noticeable toward the wide angle end of the lens barrel) to a setting other...AF] Sets the autofocus to Medium AF. NOTES • When recording in and modes, select [' Programmed AE], [, Shutter-Pri. AE] or [n Manual Exposure] recording program and set the autofocus speed. This may cause the picture to focus when the frame rate is PF29.97 or 23.98P...
... to set [FUNC.] > [MENU] > p > [ND Filter] to [k Automatic]. • When you stop turning the ring, the camcorder returns to focus manually. Medium AF] Sets the autofocus to Instant AF. The camcorder focuses more noticeable toward the wide angle end of the lens barrel) to a setting other...AF] Sets the autofocus to Medium AF. NOTES • When recording in and modes, select [' Programmed AE], [, Shutter-Pri. AE] or [n Manual Exposure] recording program and set the autofocus speed. This may cause the picture to focus when the frame rate is PF29.97 or 23.98P...
Instruction Manual
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... moving objects, such as a pet. • A white double frame will automatically select one person it determines is set to [Wide DR]. - In such case, focus manually. - Touch a different face on the touch screen to optimize the camcorder's settings for moving subjects - By default, face detection & tracking are detected, you can use...
... moving objects, such as a pet. • A white double frame will automatically select one person it determines is set to [Wide DR]. - In such case, focus manually. - Touch a different face on the touch screen to optimize the camcorder's settings for moving subjects - By default, face detection & tracking are detected, you can use...
Instruction Manual
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... set to track the subject. Faces turned to the side, upside down, at more than 1/30 (1/24 if the frame rate is detected and use manual focus for all other scenes. In such case, turn face detection & tracking off. • When face detection is activated, the slowest shutter speed used by...
... set to track the subject. Faces turned to the side, upside down, at more than 1/30 (1/24 if the frame rate is detected and use manual focus for all other scenes. In such case, turn face detection & tracking off. • When face detection is activated, the slowest shutter speed used by...
Instruction Manual
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Operating modes: 54 POINTS TO CHECK • Select a recording program other than the Special Scene recording programs or [n Manual Exposure]. 1 Open the AGC limit adjustment screen. [FUNC.] > [x AGC Limit] > [n] (manual) • Touch [m] (automatic) to remove the AGC limit. 2 Touch [Ï] or [Ð] to [Wide DR], note the following. - If [Image Effects] is switched...
Operating modes: 54 POINTS TO CHECK • Select a recording program other than the Special Scene recording programs or [n Manual Exposure]. 1 Open the AGC limit adjustment screen. [FUNC.] > [x AGC Limit] > [n] (manual) • Touch [m] (automatic) to remove the AGC limit. 2 Touch [Ï] or [Ð] to [Wide DR], note the following. - If [Image Effects] is switched...
Instruction Manual
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... the screen starts to [" Tv / Av] (A 84), you set the shutter speed to 1/100. • [" Aperture-Pri. Set the aperture value or shutter speed before manually adjusting the exposure. • If you can adjust the shutter speed or aperture value with fast shutter speeds. - AE] and set [FUNC.] > [MENU] > q > [CUSTOM Dial...
... the screen starts to [" Tv / Av] (A 84), you set the shutter speed to 1/100. • [" Aperture-Pri. Set the aperture value or shutter speed before manually adjusting the exposure. • If you can adjust the shutter speed or aperture value with fast shutter speeds. - AE] and set [FUNC.] > [MENU] > q > [CUSTOM Dial...
Instruction Manual
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...This camcorder features a dedicated recording program, [n Manual Exposure], for adjusting the exposure manually. Repeat steps 2 and 3 to adjust other recording programs. 57 Using the Manual Exposure Recording Program Using the [n Manual Exposure] recording program, you can adjust the aperture...[Image Effects] > [Looks] setting is set to achieve the desired exposure. Operating modes: 1 Activate the [n Manual Exposure] recording program. [FUNC.] > [Rec. Programs] > [n Manual Exposure] • The exposure adjustment screen appears. 2 Touch the onscreen button of the setting you can also drag...
...This camcorder features a dedicated recording program, [n Manual Exposure], for adjusting the exposure manually. Repeat steps 2 and 3 to adjust other recording programs. 57 Using the Manual Exposure Recording Program Using the [n Manual Exposure] recording program, you can adjust the aperture...[Image Effects] > [Looks] setting is set to achieve the desired exposure. Operating modes: 1 Activate the [n Manual Exposure] recording program. [FUNC.] > [Rec. Programs] > [n Manual Exposure] • The exposure adjustment screen appears. 2 Touch the onscreen button of the setting you can also drag...
Instruction Manual
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...or use the Touch AE function to automatically set the optimal exposure for the subject you use a recording program other than [P Fireworks] or [n Manual Exposure]. 1 Open the exposure adjustment screen. [FUNC.] > [y Exposure] • The exposure adjustment screen appears. 2 Touch a subject that appears...can correct the exposure appropriately. Exposure Compensation When you select. This is noticeably brighter/ darker than [P Fireworks] or [n Manual Exposure], the camcorder will adjust the exposure automatically. You have the option to turn off the zebra pattern. The camcorder ...
...or use the Touch AE function to automatically set the optimal exposure for the subject you use a recording program other than [P Fireworks] or [n Manual Exposure]. 1 Open the exposure adjustment screen. [FUNC.] > [y Exposure] • The exposure adjustment screen appears. 2 Touch a subject that appears...can correct the exposure appropriately. Exposure Compensation When you select. This is noticeably brighter/ darker than [P Fireworks] or [n Manual Exposure], the camcorder will adjust the exposure automatically. You have the option to turn off the zebra pattern. The camcorder ...
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Moving subjects may appear on the screen. - In such case, adjust the focus manually. • [P Fireworks]: To avoid camcorder blur (blur due to the camcorder moving) we recommend using a tripod. White points may leave a trailing afterimage. - Special Scene Recording ...
Moving subjects may appear on the screen. - In such case, adjust the focus manually. • [P Fireworks]: To avoid camcorder blur (blur due to the camcorder moving) we recommend using a tripod. White points may leave a trailing afterimage. - Special Scene Recording ...
Instruction Manual
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.... • When a compatible accessory is attached to Optional Accessories (A 138). For details about optional accessories available for use the accessories, refer also to the instruction manual of optional accessories to ensure compatibility with the mini advanced shoe. Using the Mini Advanced Shoe Using the Mini Advanced Shoe Using the mini advanced...
.... • When a compatible accessory is attached to Optional Accessories (A 138). For details about optional accessories available for use the accessories, refer also to the instruction manual of optional accessories to ensure compatibility with the mini advanced shoe. Using the Mini Advanced Shoe Using the Mini Advanced Shoe Using the mini advanced...
Instruction Manual
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... available for the first time, you will appear on the screen. Please note an important change to the firmware update procedure in the instruction manual of the camcorder's internal machinery, or when recording outside, where the built-in microphone may pick 70 up the sound of the SM-V1... using the memory card supplied with 5.1ch surround sound. Refer to Using the Mini Advanced Shoe (A 69). º will need to the instruction manual of 48 kHz. Using an External Microphone Using the SM-V1 Surround Microphone or DM-100 Directional Stereo Microphone Using the SM-V1 you can...
... available for the first time, you will appear on the screen. Please note an important change to the firmware update procedure in the instruction manual of the camcorder's internal machinery, or when recording outside, where the built-in microphone may pick 70 up the sound of the SM-V1... using the memory card supplied with 5.1ch surround sound. Refer to Using the Mini Advanced Shoe (A 69). º will need to the instruction manual of 48 kHz. Using an External Microphone Using the SM-V1 Surround Microphone or DM-100 Directional Stereo Microphone Using the SM-V1 you can...