Changing the Aspect Ratio
You can change the aspect ratio for images while shooting. When you select the 16:9 aspect ratio, you can shoot images in a size that is suited for playback on a high-definition TV or printing on a wide size paper. This button is also used for switching between high definition and standard definition movie recording.
1. Press the
(Apsect Ratio) button. The aspect ratio switches between 4:3 and 16:9 with each press of the button.
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Screen shown in the 4:3 Aspect Ratio.
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Screen in the 16:9 Aspect Ratio
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