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Basic
∫ Types of zooms
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When using the Zoom function, an estimate of the focus range will appear in 
conjunction with the zoom display bar. [Example: 0.5 m (1.64 ft.) –¶]
¢ The magnification level differs depending on [PICTURE SIZE] and aspect ratio setting.
Feature Optical Zoom Extra Optical Zoom (EZ)
Maximum 
magnification
3.8k 6.7k
¢
Picture 
quality
No deterioration No deterioration
Conditions None
[PICTURE SIZE] with   (P127) is 
selected.
Screen 
display
A [ ] is displayed.
Feature Intelligent Zoom Digital Zoom
Maximum 
magnification
5k (including Optical Zoom 3.8k)
8.9k (including Extra Optical Zoom 
6.7k)
15.1k (including Optical Zoom 3.8k)
26.8k (including Extra Optical Zoom 
6.7k)
20.1k (including Optical Zoom and 
[i.ZOOM] 5k)
35.7k (including Extra Optical Zoom 
and [i.ZOOM] 8.9k)
Picture 
quality
No noticeable deterioration
The higher the magnification level, the 
greater the deterioration.
Conditions
[i.ZOOM] (P145) on the [REC] Mode 
menu is set to [ON].
[DIGITAL ZOOM] (P145) on the [REC] 
Mode menu is set to [ON].
Screen 
display
B [ ] is displayed. C The Digital Zoom range is 
displayed.
T
W
T
W
T
W
T
W
T
W
T
W