Other Special-purpose Recording Features
- Q13
- Why can't I seem to get good results with the Blurred Background effect?
- A13
- The blurring process may not be able to produce the desired results under the conditions described below.
• When there is too much or too little distance between the subject and the camera.
The recommended distance range between the subject and camera at full wide angle is shown below.
The actual required distance depends on the zoom factor being used.
- At full wide angle: Approximately 30cm
• When there is too little distance between the subject and the background.
The recommended distance range between the subject and background at full wide angle is shown below.
The actual required distance depends on the zoom factor being used.
- At full wide angle: Approximately 1 meter minimum
• The desired background blur effect may not be attained if the camera or subject moves during shooting.
If the camera determines that it is unable to blur the background of an image for some reason, it will display the message "Blur processing failed.". Note, however, that the image will be saved, even if background blurring is not possible.