Operation Manual

Basics
Recording motion pictures
VQT5E85
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About the recording format for recording motion pictures
This unit can record motion pictures in either AVCHD or MP4 formats.
AVCHD:
You can record high definition quality images with this format. It is suitable for
viewing motion pictures on a high-resolution TV or for saving them to a disc.
AVCHD Progressive:
The [50p] in [FHD] is a mode that allows motion pictures to be recorded at 1920 x
1080/50p, the highest quality
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that complies with the AVCHD standard.
Recorded motion pictures can be saved and played back using this unit or
“PHOTOfunSTUDIO”.
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This means the highest quality for this unit.
MP4:
This is a simpler video format best used when extensive editing is needed, or when
uploading videos to WEB services.
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About the compatibility of the recorded motion pictures
Motion pictures recorded in [AVCHD] or [MP4] may be played back with poor picture
or sound quality or playback may not be possible even when played back with
equipment compatible with these formats. Also, the recording information may not
be displayed properly. In this case, use this unit.
• Motion pictures recorded with [50p] in [FHD] can be played back on equipment
that is compatible with AVCHD Progressive.
• AVCHD motion pictures recorded with the picture quality that has the [ ] icon
may not play back even on compatible equipment. Record without the [ ] motion
picture quality setting to prioritise playback on other equipment.