Recording in dark surroundings may result in more noticeable video noise. That happens because the camcorder automatically increases the sensitivity level. You can set the AGC limit by setting the maximum gain value to be used and get a dark picture without increasing the brightness level.
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Setting the AGC limit is not available in the following cases.
Setting the Automatic Gain Control (AGC) Limit
1. Set the mode switch to [ ] or [CINEMA].
2. Move the POWER switch to [CINEMA].
3. Touch [ ].
4. Scroll up or down and
touch [AGC Limit].
5. If you touch [ ], the meter will appear.
6. To adjust the gain, touch [ ] or [
] or drag your finger along the dial.
The lower the value, the lower the gain limit. (You can get a dark picture without increasing the brightness level.)
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To delete the gain limit, touch [ ].
7. Touch [ ] to close the menu.
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