How to use the zoom capabilities of the HC-V550 camera.
The zoom bar is displayed during the zoom operation. The maximum zoom ratio for recording motion pictures can be set with [ ZOOM MODE ].
To set the maximum zoom ratio for the Motion Picture Recording mode
Press [ MENU ] → [ RECORD SETUP ] → [ ZOOM MODE ] → [ i.Zoom OFF ] / [ i.Zoom 90k ] / [ D.Zoom 150k ] / [ D.Zoom 3000k ]
| Setting | Description |
|---|---|
| [ i.Zoom OFF ] | Up to 62k. The zoom magnification when [ O.I.S ] is set to [ Standard ] and Level Shot Function is set to off. |
| [ i.Zoom 90k ] | This zoom function allows you to maintain high-definition picture quality. (Up to 90k) |
| [ D.Zoom 150k ] | Digital zoom (Up to 150k) |
| [ D.Zoom 3000k ] | Digital zoom (Up to 3000k) |
Zoom Ratio During the Still Picture Recording Mode
- The zoom ratio can be expanded up to 100k without degrading the picture quality for Still Picture Recording Mode (Extra Optical Zoom).
- Maximum zoom ratio in Still Picture Recording Mode varies depending on the setting of [ PICTURE SIZE ]
Press [ MENU ] → [ PICTURE ] → [ PICTURE SIZE ] → [ 16:9 10M ] / [ 16:9 2.1M ] / [ 4:3 7.4M ] / [ 4:3 3M ] / [ 3:2 7.7M ] / [ 3:2 2M ]
| Setting | Picture Size | Aspect Ratio | Extra Optical Zoom |
|---|---|---|---|
| [ 16:9 10M ] | 4224 x 2376 | [ 16:9 ] | Extra optical zoom cannot be used. The maximum zoom magnification is 62k. |
| [ 16:9 2.1M ] | 1920 x 1080 | ||
| [ 4:3 7.4M ] | 3136 x 2352 | [ 4:3 ] | Extra optical zoom cannot be used. The maximum zoom magnification is 52k. |
| [ 4:3 3M ] | 640 x 480 | 100x | |
| [ 3:2 7.7M ] | 2408 x 2272 | [ 3:2 ] | Extra optical zoom cannot be used. The maximum zoom magnification is 51k. |
| [ 3:2 2M ] | 1728 x 1152 |
Notes:
- If you take your finger off the zoom lever during zoom operation, the operation sound may be recorded. When returning the zoom lever to the original position, move it quietly.
- When the zoom magnification is at it's maximum, tje subjects are focused at about 2.2m (7.2 feet) or more.
- When the zoom magnification is 1k, this unit can focus on a subject approx. 2cm (0.8q) away from the lens.