Using the ND Filter (Lenses with Built-in ND Filter)

When recording under bright conditions, the camcorder sets a small aperture value, and the picture may appear blurred. When you are using a lens with built-in ND filter, turn it on/off according to the screen display.

With the 20x L IS Lens or HD 20x L IS Lenses: Press the ND filter unlock button and turn the ND filter operating ring.

When the camcorder is set to Easy Recording or Auto mode, following displays appear:

Screen display	What it means	What you should do
No display	ND filter is not activated	-
"ND" displayed	ND filter is activated	-
"ND" flashes	ND filter required	Turn on the ND filter
"ND" flashes	Lenses with ND filter on/off: External ND filter required Lenses with selectable ND filter density: Higher density or external ND filter required	Select a higher density built-in ND filter or attach an external ND filter to the lens*.
"ND" flashes	Built-in ND filter not required	Turn off the ND filter

^*If you have no external ND filter available, use the Tv mode and set a high shutter speed, or use the Av mode and set a small aperture value.

Turning on/off the ND filter changes the aperture setting. Readjust the aperture in Av mode as required. Depending on the scene, the color may change when turning on/off the ND filter. In such case, setting a custom white balance may be effective.