What is HQ mode versus LP mode?
HQ , or High Quality Mode, produces the best possible video resolution, giving you 30 minutes of recording time. This higher resolution is recommended for videos that may be archived to DVD or viewed on a TV connected to the camcorder’s output. LP, or Long Play Mode, produces a alternative video resolution, offering 60 minutes of recording time. This resolution is recommended for longer recording sessions or videos that will be shared over the internet.