Camcorder Basics Quiz

What is the purpose of setting the white balance on a camcorder?

• To increase the brightness of the video

• To add a red or orange look to the video

• To get true colors in the footage

• To make the video look blue

Which mode should you choose if you want to manually set the white balance on a camcorder?

• Auto mode

• Manual mode

• Daylight mode

• Fluorescent mode

What is the function of the zebra feature on some camcorders?

• To highlight overexposed areas on the screen

• To add noise to the video

• To decrease the brightness of the video

• To stabilize the image

What does slowing down the shutter speed on a camcorder do?

• Decreases noise in the video

• Increases blur in the video

• Adds more light to the footage

• Stabilizes the image

What is the purpose of turning on optical image stabilization on a camcorder?

• To decrease the brightness of the video

• To increase the blur in the video

• To add noise to the video

• To stabilize the image

What is the most effective way to eliminate shake from camcorder videos?

• Use a tripod or monopod

• Increase the exposure

• Slow down the shutter speed

• Turn on the zebra feature

What should you do if you want to stabilize your body to reduce camera shake?

• Increase the exposure

• Tuck your elbows into your sides

• Use a tripod

• Lean against a wall or car

What is the recommended way to capture natural video in low light?

• Use a reflective surface to bounce light

• Decrease the shutter speed

• Increase the exposure

• Turn on the front light of the camera

What is the purpose of manually setting the white balance before every shoot?

• To customize the colors for the situation

• To increase the blur in the video

• To add a blue tint to the video

• To decrease the brightness of the video

What is the main benefit of using a tripod or monopod when shooting with a camcorder?

• To decrease the brightness of the video

• To stabilize the image

• To add noise to the video

• To increase the blur in the video