[ GLOSSARY DEFINITION ] Camera

action mode

A video mode that aggressively stabilises fast, shaky movement.

Also known as: action video

Full Definition & Technical Explanation

Action mode crops and stabilises the frame to smooth out vigorous movement, giving gimbal-like handheld video at the cost of some resolution.

See stabilization.

Where action mode Matters

Frequently Asked Questions

What is action mode?

A video mode that aggressively stabilises fast, shaky movement.

What terms are related to action mode?

Related Camera terms include hyperlapse, cinematic mode.

Related Technical Terms

hyperlapse
A stabilised time-lapse clip that moves through space. Camera
cinematic mode
A video mode that adds shallow depth of field and rack focus. Camera
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