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Learning how to use video camera optical options is essential for production quality video productions. Our expert will show you how to use the optical options, including zoom and auto focus, on a Canon XH A1 video camera in this free video series.
There are 11 videos in this series:

Improve your video production with a Canon XH A1 video camera by learning how to use optical techniques in this free production video.

Improve your video production with a Canon XH A1 video camera by learning how to use the zoom options in this free production video.

Improve your video production optical quality with a Canon XH A1 video camera by learning how to use the high speed zoom in this free production video.

Improve your video production with a Canon XH A1 video camera by learning how to use the preset zoom in this free production video.

Improve your video production optical quality with a Canon XH A1 video camera by learning how to use auto focus modes in this free production video.

Improve your video production optical quality with a Canon XH A1 video camera by learning how to use temporary auto focus override in this free production video.

Improve your video production optical quality with a Canon XH A1 video camera by learning how to use the instant auto focus in this free production video.

Improve your video production optical quality with a Canon XH A1 video camera by learning how to use the focus assist functions in this free production video.

Improve your video production optical quality with a Canon XH A1 video camera by learning how to use the focus presets in this free production video.

Improve your video production with a Canon XH A1 video camera by learning how to set the focus speeds in this free production video.

Improve your video production with a Canon XH A1 video camera by learning how to use the wide angle adapter in this free production video.

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In this free video series, our expert will focus on how to use optical options for a Canon XH A1 in your video production. The quality of your video is dependent on how well you can utilize the optical functions of your camera and our expert will teach you how to use the auto focus, high speed zoom and focus modes. You will also learn how to use the auto focus overrides, the wide angle adapter and the instant auto focus. If you own a Canon XH A1 and need some help with your optical options, let our expert show you how it's done.