Everything about the QV-R51 is designed and engineered to make the most of its 5 million effective pixel CCD(QV-R41:4 million effective pixel CCD). The result is richer colors and natural gradations. A high-speed 3X optical zoom lens delivers high-quality images with little distortion. Normal 3X Optical Zoom 12X Zoom (3X Optical x 4X Digital) An advanced noise reduction algorithm combines with New Stack MCM component mounting to minimize digital noise while maintaining edge components. Reduction of digital noise that tends to appear in the darker areas of night shots means better looking images, both day and night. Test photo without noise reduction Too much red and green noise in the darker areas. QV-R51 photo with noise reduction Noise is eliminated for a beautiful night scene. Simply select the sample scene that matches the type of image you want to record and the camera sets up automatically. Each sample scene includes guidance text that explains the particular technique employed. You can even store your own setups for later recall whenever you need them. Portrait Scenery Portrait With Scenery Coupling Shot Pre-shot Children Candlelight Portrait Party Portrait Pet Flower Natural Green Sundown Night Scene Night Scene Portrait Fireworks Food Text Collection Monochrome Retro Twilight (Register User Scene)