Learn how to use video camera settings on your Sony Xperia Z3. The recording time of this video format is limited so that video files can fit in a multimedia message.
Adjust the video resolution for different formats.
19201080(16:9) Full HD (Full High Definition) format with 30 fps and 16:9 aspect ratio.
19201080(16:9) Full HD (Full High Definition) format with 60 fps and 16:9 aspect ratio.
1280720(16:9) HD (High Definition) format with 16:9 aspect ratio.
640480(4:3) VGA format with 4:3 aspect ratio.
Record videos suitable for sending in multimedia messages. The recording time of this video format is limited so that video files can fit in a multimedia message.
Note: These settings are only available in Manual capturing mode.
With the self-timer you can record a video without holding the device. Use it to record group videos where everyone can be in the video. You can also use the self-timer to avoid shaking the camera when recording videos.
Use the Smile Shutter function to determine what kind of smile the camera reacts to before recording a video.
The focus setting controls which part of a video should be sharp. When continuous autofocus is on, the camera keeps adjusting focus so that the area within the white focus frame stays sharp.
The camera automatically focuses on the selected subject. Continuous autofocus is on.
The camera automatically detects up to five human faces, indicated by frames on the screen. The camera automatically focuses on the nearest face. You can also select which face to focus on by tapping it on the screen. When you tap the camera screen, a yellow frame shows which face is selected and in focus. Face detection cannot be used for all scene types. Continuous autofocus is on.
When you select an object by touching it in the viewfinder, the camera tracks it for you.
Note: This setting is only available in Manual capturing mode.
Use the video HDR (High-Dynamic Range) setting to record a video against strong back light or in conditions where the contrast is sharp. Video HDR compensates for the loss of detail and produces a picture that is representative of both dark and bright areas.
Note: This setting is only available in Manual capturing mode.
This function automatically determines a well-balanced exposure by measuring the amount of light striking the image you want to capture.
Measures the center of the image, and determines the exposure based on the brightness of the subject there.
Adjusts the exposure in a very small part of the image that you want to capture.
Measures the amount of light on the face, and adjust the exposure so that the face is neither too dark or too bright.
Note: This setting is only available in Manual capturing mode.
When recording a video, it can be difficult to hold the device steady. The stabiliser helps you by compensating for small movements of the hand.
Microphone
Select whether to pick up the surrounding sound when recording videos.
You can choose to preview videos just after you shoot them.
Use the flash light to record videos when lighting conditions are poor or when there is a backlight. The video flash icon is only available on the video camera screen. Note that the video quality can sometimes be better without a light even if lighting conditions are poor.
The Scene selection feature helps you to quickly set up the camera for common situations using pre-programmed video scenes. The camera determines a number of settings for you to fit the selected scene, ensuring the best possible video.
Note: This setting is only available in Manual capturing mode.