I can't figure out how to set the zoom for this camera, anyone know how?
1550123
The lenses are manual zoom, so you turn the ring on the lens itself. If you have a prime lens, like the 30mm, there is no zoom.
881159
I dont believe you can use digital zoom if you're in the AI (auto intelligence) mode...maybe that is why? Otherwise if you're in normal or any of the scene modes, you should be able to use it (and the menu will let you turn it on).
41037
Thanks for the info Corey! I agree that zooming during recording can get a bit nauseating if done too much/too fast but it is a nice feature to have in certain instances. At least the zoom works before/after like it does on my old 3.2MP Cyber-shot. Thanks for clearing that up.
1382690
The question is rather generic. Use the Menu Button and scroll to the item you want to change and select the desired setting. This is just a point & shoot camera, but has a range of scene settings (party, outdoor, sunset, night, sports, etc.) that do a pretty good job. You just have to play around and take a bunch of test pictures - if you don't like, just delete.
504302
Hit the "Menu" button on the back of the camera. The first item on the screen is "Digital Zoom". The default setting is "Standard" but if you click to the right and you'll see where you can select "Off".
1237827
This camera provides manual optical zoom; you will need to manually adjust the camera's lens at the time you install it. Underneath the camera you'll find 2 adjustment knobs, one for focus, one for zoom; you will need to twist both knobs to adjust the camera's lens from 2.8mm-12mm; by doing this, you can set up the camera's viewing angle from 40-115degrees and the viewing distance from 40-130feet
1188700
The zoom function is part of the flash, not the remote trigger. You can only adjust power levels remotely.
48519
I also consider this an important feature. I was decided to buy this camera, but when I was in the store checking whether I could zoom while in the motion picture mode and I discovered I could not do so, I gave up... It's a pitty because apart of that, the camera is nearly perfect for me...Ken Techbuyer, maybe you should have start recording instead of only selecting the motion picture mode? This camera has no zoom while recording movies.
347794
the mode button on the top left of the camera. if that doesn't work. make sure the custom functions doesn't have other modes locked out. enjoy
1411356
This camera has a button to adjust the setting on it. You will need to play with it to adjust. Sounds like you have it set on mirror which is reverse.
1938218
The camera stopped working after the 2nd time I used it, and had no sound. I don't remember the zoom.
591703
Make sure in the settings that the zoom lever on the camera body is set to zoom for the lens. You can also set it to digital zoom and nothing. Maybe yours is set to nothing. Also check the "manual/servo" switch on this lens is set to servo
919488
On the underside of the camera there are 2 screw adjustment slots (one for focus, one for zoom); please make sure your camera is in focus by adjusting both slots. If you still get blurriness problem, please use the button control on the camera to adjust the camera's color contrast and backlight setting (press on the button to bring out OSD menu, and then move up&down for choosing between menus, left&right for adjusting menus)
838856
I found that, when I touch the camera to zoom, it wobbles and moves. So for I found it easier to use the remote that came for my camera for zooming. Panning I place my thumb on the bottom of the camera and pan the camera. There are a couple videos on YouTube that show how to do that. Hope this helps.
1600596
I've disabled in skype settings but first 5 to 10 minutes camera still zoom... any suggestions ?
1528934
Sorry for the delay as i was out of town. I just tried it out and yes you can zoom in recording mode.
1409845
The zoom is on the camera itself, I don't think it can be controlled from your DVR. You have to set the camera up to the zoom you want when placing it, the focus is also set on the camera, not DVR