Does the 10x optical zoom work in video mode? . . . if not, how much zoom is available when shooting video?
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Yes, full zoom in video. Takes the autofocus a little time to catch up while zooming in video, but true of most cameras in this class.
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Hello Greg,I tried using it with Nikon D7000 for video mode but it didnt work. When you trigger the button, it takes a still image instead of starting a video shoot. Nikon D7000 has a separate button (and not the regular shutter release button) for video shooting.If your camera shoots video by the same shutter release button then it may work for you.Hope this helps
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Hello, the 10x digital zoom is the same in all POV modes. Check out my youtube vid for an idea of what a 10x zoom is like. The object is around 15 yards away just for reference. Cheershttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=33YENYtaxZI
62072
Hi again. Just tried mine out while recording a video and zooming in and out just as you asked, and it's silent. Sorry -- it does seem that you've got a lemon.
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I haven't used video mode. I was playing only with photo options in the camera.
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The zoom here is digital zoom not optical zoom so going much over 2x is pretty useless as quality plummets quickly. The Flip is the only camera Id recommend but the zoom is not too useful. Zooming in and out on any of the cameras is going to be rough and shaky at best. Cameras like this are super easy to operate and give fantastic results. Id say stick with flip and go ultra then if its not your bag resell it as theres a hungry market to buy from you. I have used flip for most all the videos at 90secondsuccess and will be buying another one any day now. Hope this helps. rb
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Note that many of the small cameras in this class that DO allow zoom during video produce noise while zooming that many users have described as anywhere from annoying to unacceptable. I am torn on the issue personally. I can see both sides.
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Yes, you can zoom in the video mode. The "slow" zoom mentioned by others is not a "slow" zoom; it's a proper zoom. You don't want a "fast" zoom in video, you want a nice even "proper" zoom. It's slower compared with the still picture mode, but it's what you want for video; it's a design feature, not a problem. If you zoom in on a subject in the video mode too fast, it's not a pleasing effect. To answer your other questions in the other comment sections; a fast zoom in the still picture mode is nice so that you don't miss your shot; but in the video mode that is not the case; you don't want a "fast" zoom. Yes, you can zoom in the video mode. The "slow" zoom mentioned by others is not a "slow" zoom; it's a proper zoom. You don't want a "fast" zoom in video, you want a nice even "proper" zoom. It's slower compared with the still picture mode, but it's what you want for video; it's a design feature, not a problem. If you zoom in on a subject in the video mode too fast, it's not a pleasing effect. To answer your other questions in the other comment sections; a fast zoom in the still picture mode is nice so that you don't miss your shot; but in the video... » Read More Yes, you can zoom in the video mode. The "slow" zoom mentioned by others is not a "slow" zoom; it's a proper zoom. You don't want a "fast" zoom in video, you want a nice even "proper" zoom. It's slower compared with the still picture mode, but it's what you want for video; it's a design feature, not a problem. If you zoom in on a subject in the video mode too fast, it's not a pleasing effect. To answer your other questions in the other comment sections; a fast zoom in the still picture mode is nice so that you don't miss your shot; but in the video mode that is not the case; you don't want a "fast" zoom. « Show Less
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Yes. I just got mine and have been reading the manual and watching demos and reading reviews. Zoom works when shooting video, optical up to 5X and then digital up to 20X. (I am shooting video at 1280x720 which is HD enough for me.) Also I understand that the automagic settings continue to adjust continually while taking the video, and the image stabilization is just beyond awesome - I have a hand tremor that you would think would be extremely noticeable in a video and there is no hint of it. I am in awe of this thing.
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Yes, the optical viewfinder does zoom in and out with the lens ... you can also see my review on youtube ... type in the search block kblakney61 and look for my review on my Fujifilm X10 .. thanks .. Ken B.
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Yes, you can zoom in and out while recording video. You can use the below link to review the full video details. http://service.us.panasonic.com/OPERMANPDF/DMCTS5_adv.PDF#page=40
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yes just move the lens to zoom in and out....also http://noeld.com/programs.asp?cat=video .....,the free version works great
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it does allow zoom during video mode but as far as i've tried not for photo mode.
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Thanks for the info Corey! I agree that zooming during recording can get a bit nauseating if done too much/too fast but it is a nice feature to have in certain instances. At least the zoom works before/after like it does on my old 3.2MP Cyber-shot. Thanks for clearing that up.
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There is a digital zoom but no optical zoom. Meaning, if you zoom in you loose quality--you loose resolution. This is not a problem if you record video at a higher rate than you are publishing.
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I also consider this an important feature. I was decided to buy this camera, but when I was in the store checking whether I could zoom while in the motion picture mode and I discovered I could not do so, I gave up... It's a pitty because apart of that, the camera is nearly perfect for me...Ken Techbuyer, maybe you should have start recording instead of only selecting the motion picture mode? This camera has no zoom while recording movies.
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dont know(never hit a limit), i can tell you that you cant zoom during recording.