User's Manual

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Using the Camcorder
In addition to taking photos, the camera also doubles as a
camcorder that also allows you to record, view, and send
videos.
Note: The camera may not be able to properly record videos to
a memory card with a slow transfer speed.
Shooting Video
Tip: When shooting video in direct sunlight or in bright
conditions, it is recommended that you provide your
subject with sufficient light by having the light source
behind you.
1. From the main Home screen, tap
Camera to
activate the camera mode.
2. Touch and drag the Camera mode button down to
Camcorder Mode.
3. Using the phone’s main display screen as a viewfinder,
adjust the image by aiming the camcorder at the
subject.
4. Before you take a video, use the
Up and Down Volume
keys to zoom in or out. You can magnify the video up to
x4 (400 percent).
– or –
Pinch the screen to zoom out or pinch outwards to
zoom in.
5. Tap the Video key to begin shooting video. The red light
blinks when recording.
6. Tap the screen to move the focus to the area you touch.
7. Tap to turn on auto focus. This automatically
focuses on the middle of the screen.
8. Tap
to capture an image from the video while
recording. This feature is not available when the
anti-shake feature is activated.
9. Tap the Video key again to stop the recording and save
the video file to your Camera folder.
10. Once the file is saved, tap the image viewer, then tap
to play your video.
11. Press to return to the viewer.