Can you lock zoom magnification BEFORE shooting video? I am thinking here about shooting a movie of a concert of a school play. Can I set the zoom to work (for example, at 5X) and then start shooting the video with the zoom on?I know one can't change the optical zoom while in video mode, but can one set the zoom before ? Or will the camera retract the lens before shooting the video ?Thanks, for me this is a deal breaker. Can you lock zoom magnification BEFORE shooting video? I am thinking here about shooting a movie of a concert of a school play. Can I set the zoom to work (for example, at 5X) and then start... » Read More Can you lock zoom magnification BEFORE shooting video? I am thinking here about shooting a movie of a concert of a school play. Can I set the zoom to work (for example, at 5X) and then start shooting the video with the zoom on?I know one can't change the optical zoom while in video mode, but can one set the zoom before ? Or will the camera retract the lens before shooting the video ?Thanks, for me this is a deal breaker. « Show Less
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anyone care to elaborate on the codec differences in gritty detail? H.264 and AVCHD Lite are both relatively knew. It would appear the Lumix can capture comparable PQ at a lower bit rate (-3 to 4mbps) but anyone have any real world results of what this translates to in terms of file size difference on a given clip?
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Thanks a lot for your kind answer. I know the ZS3 looks better on the spec sheet, but here in Brazil it is absurdly expensive. 80% more than the SX200, God knows why. I am ok with the H264 because it works fine on IMovie and Vimeo. Not so sure about AVCHD, even though I know it is a more modern codec.
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M. Dutra, yes, this is possible with the SX200. You should also consider the Panasonic Lumix ZS3 for video, since it allows you to zoom in and out while shooting video. And further, it features AVCHD compression which allows for longer videos per megabyte. Take a look at http://www.panasonic.net/lumix and select ZS3. Oh, and regardless of camera choice, you may want to use a tripod while taking video using the zoom, as camera shake is amplified. Even the built in "IS" can only stabilize the image so much.
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From SD990 Users Manual (p 100):'You can use the digital zoom, but the optical zoom cannot be used. If you want to shoot at the maximum magnification, you should adjust the zoom to the maximal factor before shooting. The sound from the zoom will be recorded'So really, it is just like many other cheaper P&S; cameras, you can only use digitial zoom in movie mode. Digital zoom will degrade image quality considerably.Here is the link to the manual: http://gdlp01.c-wss.com/gds/0300001398/PSSD990IS_IXUS980IS_CUG_EN.pdf
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Yes, you can zoom in and out while recording video. You can use the below link to review the full video details. http://service.us.panasonic.com/OPERMANPDF/DMCTS5_adv.PDF#page=40
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Yes. I just got mine and have been reading the manual and watching demos and reading reviews. Zoom works when shooting video, optical up to 5X and then digital up to 20X. (I am shooting video at 1280x720 which is HD enough for me.) Also I understand that the automagic settings continue to adjust continually while taking the video, and the image stabilization is just beyond awesome - I have a hand tremor that you would think would be extremely noticeable in a video and there is no hint of it. I am in awe of this thing.
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I could not find a way to use it.It did work very well with the non-zoom lens setting.I did have to remove the camera strap when I used this & use a strap on the housing.I hope that this answers your questions, I'm glad that I bought it.
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No, it doesn't control zoom lens. What they are indicating is that you can zoom in on the photo or live view.
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You can run the lens out whilst shooting video, so zooming isn't a problem. The only downside is the sound of the lens coming out is picked up by the microphone.
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Zoom mute enabled ? When you use the zoom while recording videos, the camera can record the sound of the zoom. In this case, use the Zoom Mute function. 1. In Shooting mode, press [Menu]. 2. Select "Voice" see p.67 of manual
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I wanted to do a followup to my original question about zooming while shooting a movie. This camera does not adjust the focus as you zoom in and out while filming. You must adjust your focus first, then shoot your movie at that adjustment. My Canon TX1 (I no longer have it) gave me very good quality HD movies with the ability to zoom in and out without recording the sound of the zoom and the adjustment as you zoomed reset beautifully --- I was spoiled by this camera.
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I dont own a fuji finepix, but I can say that No the Stylus 9000 zoom function does not work while in movie mode. Once you pick a particular zoom and start recording your stuck with it until you stop recording.
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nope, no zoom while shooting video on the w290. It seems like a simple enough feature that it should be more common, but i guess manufacturers aren't really worried about it since zooming during a video shot tends to make the viewers' eyes hurt, so most people don't do it. Plus, the act of pushing the zoom buttons with your fingers on a camera this small would cause it to move around quite a bit while you're zooming, further adding to your viewers' headaches.
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Video is accessed by pushing on a red button on the top of the camera. You can have the mode dial set to any of the modes-- including shutter-priority-- but I'm not sure if it really makes a difference or if, once video is engaged, it has its own setting. You might try going to a Panasonic website and posing that question there.
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No, you have to preset the zoom before going down. Other then that, definitely use flash attachment.
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Yes, you can zoom in when recording video. But you do have to turn off the microphone in setting or it won't work.
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All the early reviews so far have mentioned that they give you full Program, Aperture priority, Shutter priority, and Manual options when shooting video. They even let you use scene effect modes like monochrome while shooting video.So yes, manual controls for video are available. The only limitation I have heard with video (besides no audio-in jack) is that the in-camera Image Stabilization feature is disabled while shooting video. Using a lens that has it's own image stabilization works as expected though.
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it does allow zoom during video mode but as far as i've tried not for photo mode.
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I'm unable to answer since I do not use my camera for video. If I had to make an assumption, I would say "no". Once you press the button, it opens the shutter. I'm unaware of any other options to make it start a video. I'm sorry for not being more helpful.