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FRAME RATE & MOVIE FILE SIZES
Movies can be recorded at two frame rates: 15 fps and 30 fps. The higher the frame rate, the
smoother the moving image and the larger the file sizes. Frame rate is set in section 1 of the movie
menu (p. 40).
30 fps
15 fps
30 fps
15 fps
Approximate recording rate
If image size or frame rate is changed, the frame
counter displays the approximate number of sec-
onds that can be recorded with the installed memory
card. The total time that can be stored on a memory
card is determined by the size of the card and the
recording rate. The actual file size is determined by
the scene; some subjects can be compressed fur-
ther than others. The writing speed of the memory
card may prematurely end the recording of a movie
clip.
670KB/s
340KB/s
16MB memory card storage capacity (approx.)
21 seconds
40 seconds
MOVIE MODE
The movie mode option selects the type of movie recorded. Standard produces a normal movie
clip. Night Movie uses high camera sensitivity to record under low light levels; camera sensitivity
increases automatically in low light. Image quality can be lower with Night Movies because of the
higher sensitivity. The movie mode is set in section 1 of the movie menu (p. 40).