Owner’s Manual for advanced features Digital Camera Model No. DMC-ZS30 DMC-ZS27 Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and save this manual for future use. Register online at www.panasonic.com/register (U.S.
Contents Before use Basics Before use............................................... 8 About GPS DMC-ZS30 ..............................10 About the compass DMC-ZS30 . ................ 11 Standard Accessories.......................... 12 Names and Functions of Main Parts.... 13 Cursor button...............................................14 Touch operations.................................. 15 Preparations Charging battery................................... 16 Inserting the battery....................
Contents Using the [Setup] menu....................... 57 [Clock Set]....................................................57 [Auto Clock Set] DMC-ZS30 . .....................57 [World Time].................................................57 [Travel Date].................................................57 [Airplane Mode]............................................57 [Beep]...........................................................58 [Speaker Volume].........................................58 [Cust.Set Mem.
Contents Taking pictures according to the scene [Scene Mode]........................................ 95 Using the [Rec] menu......................... 115 [Aspect Ratio]............................................. 115 [Picture Size].............................................. 115 [Quality]...................................................... 116 [Sensitivity]................................................. 116 [Extended ISO]........................................... 117 [White Balance]..............
Contents Using the [Playback] menu............... 144 Application (View) [Location Logging]......................................144 [Title Edit]...................................................146 [Edit GPS Data] DMC-ZS30 .....................146 [Text Stamp]...............................................147 [Retouch]....................................................149 [Video Divide].............................................149 [Resize]......................................................
Contents Using the map function...................... 175 Remote Shooting................................ 197 Using the map data on the disc (supplied)............................................ 179 Easily connect to a smartphone (NFC).................................................... 202 Confirming the place where you took a picture using a map....................................175 Displaying your current location on a map....................................................
Contents Send Images Stored in the Camera................................................ 224 Connecting with other devices When sending images to smartphone/tablet......................................224 When sending images to PC......................227 When sending images to [Cloud Sync. Service].................................229 When sending images to WEB Service.....231 When sending images to AV device...........233 When sending images to Printer................
Before use Before use ■■Camera handling Keep the camera away from excessive vibration, force, or pressure. ●●Avoid using the camera under the following conditions, which may damage the lens, LCD monitor, or camera body. This may also cause the camera to malfunction or prevent recording.
Before use Before use ■■Always take a test shot first Before important events when you will use the camera (at weddings, for example), always take a test shot to make sure that pictures and sound record correctly. ■■No compensation for missed shots We cannot compensate for missed shots if technical problems with the camera or card prevent recording.
Before use Before use About GPS DMC-ZS30 Your Panasonic Lumix digital still camera is GPS-equipped which can automatically record the precise location coordinates of where the photo was taken. The specific physical address of this location can easily be derived from this information. If you upload such “geotagged” photos to the Internet, a social networking site or any other electronic media, the precise location of where the photo was taken will remain embedded in the photo and can be viewed by others.
Before use Before use About the compass DMC-ZS30 ■■Information measured with this unit is simply a rough estimate. ••Please do not use for professional applications. ••When using this unit for mountain climbing, trekking, or underwater, in addition to using the measured direction as a rough estimate, please make sure to bring along a map and a dedicated measuring instrument.
Before use Standard Accessories Check that all the accessories are supplied before using the camera. ●●The accessories and their shape will differ depending on the country or area where the camera was purchased. For details on the accessories, refer to Basic Owner’s Manual. ●●Battery Pack is indicated as battery pack or battery in the text. ●●SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card and SDXC Memory Card are indicated as card in the text. ●●Please dispose of all packaging appropriately.
Before use Names and Functions of Main Parts Mode dial (→28) Use this to select the recording mode. Flash (→74) DMC-ZS30 Built-in GPS antenna (→158) Self-timer indicator (→79) / AF Assist Lamp (→123) NFC antenna (→203) Lens barrel Lens (→8, 294) Do not touch the lens barrier. Speaker (→58) Microphones (→29, 40) Zoom lever (→70) Use the lever to zoom in and enlarge a distant subject. Motion picture button (→40) Record motion pictures.
Before use Names and Functions of Main Parts [EXPOSURE] button (→82) In the recording mode: Use this button when setting the shutter speed or aperture value. DMC-ZS30 [MAP] button (→175) In the playback mode: Map is displayed. [Wi-Fi] button Playback button Use this to select the recording mode or playback mode. Charging lamp (→18) / Wi-Fi connection lamp (→192) [Q.MENU] button / [ LCD monitor (→59, 272) ] button You can display the Quick Menu (→56) and erase pictures (→52). [DISP.
Before use Touch operations This camera’s touch screen senses pressure that is applied to the screen. Touch To “touch” is to press the touch screen and then pull the finger back again. Touching is used to select icons or pictures, among other actions. Drag To “drag” is to touch and slide your finger across the touch screen surface. Dragging (sliding your finger across the screen) is used to scroll the pictures or change the range of the pictures displayed.
Preparations Charging battery Always use the dedicated AC adaptor (supplied), USB connection cable (supplied), and battery for this camera. ••Always charge before first use! (battery shipped uncharged) ••Charge the battery while it is in the camera. Camera status Turn off Turn on Charge Yes No∗ ∗ During playback only, the camera operates using power supplied from the electrical outlet via the USB connection cable (supplied). (The battery is not charged.
Preparations Charging battery Inserting the battery To charge the battery, insert it into the camera. Slide the release lever to the [OPEN] position and open the card/battery door Release lever [OPEN] [LOCK] Insert the battery all the way ••Make sure to insert the battery in the correct orientation. ••Insert the battery all the way firmly until a locking sound is heard, and check that the lever is hooked over the battery.
Preparations Charging battery Charging the battery We recommend charging in a location where the ambient temperature is between 10 °C and 30 °C (50 °F to 86 °F) (same for the battery temperature). Make sure that the camera is turned off. AC adaptor (supplied) Align the marks ( to ) and insert the plug. Charging lamp USB connection cable (supplied) •• Always check the direction of the pins and hold the plug straight to insert or remove it.
Preparations Charging battery ■■Charging lamp indications On: Charging in progress Off: Charging stops (After charging stops, disconnect the camera from the electrical outlet or your computer.) ■■Notes on charging time When using the AC adaptor (supplied) Charging time Approx. 210 min ••The charging time indicated above is the time required for charging in case when the battery is completely used up. The time required for charging differs depending on conditions of battery usage.
Preparations Charging battery Remaining battery When using the camera, the remaining battery capacity is displayed. Remaining battery (only when using battery) (flashes red) If the battery mark flashes red, recharge or replace battery. Guidelines for number of recordable pictures and operating time The number of recordable pictures or available operating time may vary according to surrounding environment and usage conditions.
Preparations Charging battery ■■Recording motion pictures [Rec Format] [Rec Quality] Available recording time Actual available recording time* [AVCHD] [FHD/60p] [MP4] [FHD/60i] [FHD/30p] Approx. 75 min Approx. 80 min Approx. 90 min Approx. 30 min Approx. 35 min Approx. 40 min * The time you can actually record when repeatedly turning the camera on and off, starting and stopping recording and using zoom. ●●Recording conditions ••Temperature 23 °C (73.
Preparations Inserting and removing the card (optional) ••Make sure that the camera is turned off. Slide to the release lever to the [OPEN] position and open the card/ battery door Release lever [OPEN] [LOCK] Insert the card all the way ••Push in until it clicks. Close the card/battery door ••Slide the release lever to the [LOCK] position. Card (Check orientation) ■■To remove card Do not touch the terminals on the back of the card.
Preparations Saving your pictures (cards and built-in memory) Pictures will be saved to a card if one is inserted, or to the built-in memory ■■Built-in memory (approx. 12 MB) (approx. 70 MB) if not. DMC-ZS30 DMC-ZS27 ●●You can store only still pictures. DMC-ZS30 ●●Pictures may be copied between cards and the built-in memory. (→157) ●●The access time for the built-in memory may be longer than the access time for a card.
Preparations Saving your pictures (cards and built-in memory) Recording capacity guidelines (pictures/recording time) The number of pictures you can take and the recording time vary in proportion to card capacity (and depending on recording conditions and type of card). Estimated remaining pictures or recording time capacity (switch with [Remaining Disp.
Preparations Saving your pictures (cards and built-in memory) ■■Recording time capacity (motion pictures) ([h], [m] and [s] indicate “hour”, “minute” and “second”.
Preparations Setting the clock The clock is not set when the camera is shipped. ••Disconnect the unit from the AC adaptor (supplied). Press the Camera [ON/OFF] button The camera is turned on. If the language select screen is not displayed, proceed to step . Press [MENU/SET] while the message is displayed Press to select the language, and press [MENU/SET] ••The [Please set the clock] message appears.
Preparations Setting the clock Press to select [Yes] and press [MENU/SET] if automatically correcting time of day using the GPS function ••To manually set date and time → select [No]. ••When you select automatic time adjustment using the GPS function, [GPS Setting] is set to [ON].
Basics Sequence of operations Press the Camera [ON/OFF] button to turn on the camera 1 Set to the desired recording mode Align the mode dial correctly to → the mode that you want to use. [Intelligent Auto] Mode [Program AE] Mode 2 [Aperture-Priority] Mode [Shutter-Priority] Mode [Manual Exposure] Mode Take pictures with automatic settings. (→34) Take pictures with automatic shutter speed and aperture value settings. (→30) Determine aperture, then record pictures.
Basics Sequence of operations Aim the camera and shoot ■■Taking still pictures Motion picture button Press the shutter button halfway to focus Press and hold the shutter button to take the picture ■■Recording motion pictures Press the motion picture button to start recording Press the motion picture button again to finish recording 3 ■■Holding the camera AF Assist Lamp Flash Hand strap Microphones Shutter button ••To avoid camera shake, hold it with both hands keeping your arms close to your
Basics Taking pictures with your own settings [Program AE] Mode Take pictures with automatic shutter speed and aperture value settings. Using the [Rec] menu to change settings and set up your own recording environment. Set to ([Program AE] Mode) Take a picture Press halfway (press lightly to focus) Press fully (press the button all the way to record) ●●If a warning is displayed about jitter, use [Stabilizer], a tripod, or [Self Timer].
Basics How to adjust focus When [AF Mode] is set to (1-area-focusing), focus on the AF area in the center of the picture. If a subject you want to record is not in the center, follow the steps below.
Basics Touching the screen and recording (Touch Shutter function) This function enables you to focus and record still pictures simply by touching the subjects that appear on the screen. Touch on the screen ••The icon changes to , and you can now proceed with touch shutter recording. Touch the subject you want to record ••The subject is recorded by setting the focus on the place that you touched. ••To release the touch shutter function → Touch . ●●Motion pictures cannot be recorded.
Basics Touching the screen and adjusting the focus and exposure (Touch AF/AE function) This function enables the focus and exposure to be set when you touch the subject displayed on the screen. ••Perform these operations with the touch shutter function (→32) released. Touch the place where you want to set the focus and exposure ••When [AF Mode] is set to (Face Detection), the Face Detection function continues to operate, but the focus is adjusted to the place where you touched.
Basics Taking pictures with automatic settings [Intelligent Auto] Mode This mode is recommended for those who want to point and shoot or beginners as the camera optimizes settings to match the subject and recording environment. Set to ([Intelligent Auto] Mode) Take a picture Focus display ( When focus is aligned: illuminated When focus is not aligned: flashing) Press halfway (press lightly to focus) Press fully (press the button all the way to record) About flash Press to select or .
Basics Taking pictures with automatic settings [Intelligent Auto] Mode Automatic Scene Detection Camera reads scene when pointed at subject, and makes optimum settings automatically. The icon of scene detected Recognizes people Recognizes babies*1 Recognizes landscapes Recognizes night scenes and people in them*2 is selected) (Only when Recognizes night scenes*2 Recognizes night scenes without a tripod.
Basics Taking pictures with automatic settings [Intelligent Auto] Mode [Motion Deblur] [Motion Deblur] automatically sets the optimum shutter speed in accordance with the movements of the subject to minimize the blur of the subject. It is preset to [ON] with this unit.
Basics Taking pictures with automatic settings [Intelligent Auto] Mode [iHDR] When there is, for example, strong contrast between the background and the subject, [iHDR] records multiple still pictures with differing exposures and combines them to create a single still picture rich in gradation. It is preset to [ON] with this unit.
Basics Taking pictures with automatic settings [Intelligent Auto] Mode AF Tracking This function enables the camera to continue to focus on the subject and adjust the exposure of the subject even when the subject is moving. ■■With touch screen operations Perform these operations with the touch shutter function (→32) released. Touch the subject ••When switching to lock on to another subject → Touch the other subject. ••To release AF Tracking → Touch .
Basics Taking pictures with automatic settings [Intelligent Auto] Mode [Intelligent Auto] Mode restrictions Only the menu items which are displayed in the [Intelligent Auto] Mode can be set. The settings selected in the [Program AE] or other modes will reflect on the menu items in the [Setup] menu that are not displayed.
Basics Recording motion pictures You can record motion pictures with audio (stereo). ••Motion pictures cannot be recorded in the built-in memory. DMC-ZS30 Press the motion picture button to start recording Microphones [Rec Format] (→126)/ [Rec Quality] (→126) ●●Do not block the microphones when recording motion pictures. ●●Immediately release the motion picture button after pressing it. ●●You can also use zoom while recording motion pictures. ••The zoom speed will be slower than normal.
Basics Recording motion pictures About recording modes ■■Recording motion pictures in Records a motion picture at your preferred settings. ••Aperture and shutter speed are automatically set. ■■Recording motion pictures in The camera automatically detects the scene to record motion pictures with optimal settings. hen scene does not W correspond to any on the right. ••In mode, focus and exposure will be set according to the face detected. •• will be selected for nightscapes and other dark scenes.
Basics Recording motion pictures ■■About the recording format for recording motion pictures This unit can record motion pictures in either AVCHD or MP4 formats. AVCHD: You can record high definition quality images with this format. It is suitable for viewing motion pictures on a high-resolution TV or for saving them to a disc. AVCHD Progressive: The [60p] in [FHD] is a mode that allows motion pictures to be recorded at 1920 x 1080/60p, the highest quality* that complies with the AVCHD standard.
Basics Recording motion pictures ●●If the surrounding temperature is high, or a motion picture is recorded continuously, is displayed and recording may be stopped halfway through to protect the camera. ●●The available recording time displayed on the screen may not decrease regularly. ●●If data is repeatedly recorded and deleted, the total available recording time on the SD card may be reduced. To restore the original capacity, use the camera to format the SD card.
Basics Recording motion pictures Recording still pictures while a motion picture is being recorded Still pictures can be recorded even while a motion picture is being recorded. Press the shutter button fully during the motion picture recording Still pictures can be taken while a motion picture is being recorded. [Still Picture Size] (→127) 13.5M 6M 2M Maximum number of pictures 10 pictures ••The clicking sound made when the shutter button is operated may be recorded.
Basics Viewing your pictures When a card is in the camera, pictures are played back from the card, and without a card, pictures are played back from the built-in memory. Press the Playback button ••By holding down the Playback button while the camera is off, you can turn the camera on in Playback Mode. Drag your finger across the screen, and select the picture to be played back Scrolling to the next picture: Drag your finger across the screen from right to left.
Basics Viewing your pictures Zooming in and viewing “Playback Zoom” Spread (pinch out) your 2 fingers where you want to zoom in On the touch screen, spread (pinch out) your 2 fingers to zoom in, and pinch (pinch in) your 2 fingers to zoom out. ••You can also zoom in by quickly touching the touch screen twice. (If the display was enlarged, it returns to the same magnification ratio.
Basics Viewing your pictures Viewing a list of pictures “Multi Playback” Move the zoom lever toward W side Picture no./Total no. Slide bar (drag this to change display) Motion pictures Panorama pictures ••Move the zoom lever toward the W side and you can switch the display methods in the following order: 1-picture screen (full-screen) → 12-picture screen → 30-picture screen → Calendar screen. (Move the lever to the T side to return.
Basics Viewing your pictures Viewing pictures by their recording date [Calendar] Move the zoom lever toward W side several times Touch the recording date to be displayed, and touch [Set] to enter the date Select the month ••Pictures recorded on the selected date will appear on the 30-picture screen. ••The recording date can also be selected by using the cursor button, and press [MENU/SET]. ●●Only months when pictures were taken are shown on the calendar screen.
Basics Viewing motion pictures This unit was designed to play motion pictures using the AVCHD, MP4 and QuickTime Motion JPEG formats. Select a picture with the motion picture icon, and touch Playback now starts. ••You can also press to play back motion pictures. Motion picture recording time Motion picture icon (differs depending on the recording mode and picture quality setting) ■■Operations during motion picture playback Touch the screen to display the control panel.
Basics Viewing motion pictures ●●You can also use the cursor button to perform playback operations. : Pause/play : Stop : Fast rewind (2 steps)/Single-frame rewind (while paused) : Fast forward (2 steps)/Single-frame forward (while paused) [MENU/SET]: Capturing still pictures from motion pictures (→51) ••Volume can be adjusted with the zoom lever. ●●It may not be possible to properly play back the motion pictures recorded using other cameras.
Basics Viewing motion pictures Capturing still pictures from motion pictures Save a scene from a motion picture as a still picture. Display the picture that you want to capture as a still picture by pausing a motion picture during playback Touch ••A confirmation screen is displayed. Select [Yes] with cursor button and then press [MENU/SET]. ••You can also capture still pictures from motion pictures by pressing [MENU/SET].
Basics Deleting pictures Pictures will be deleted from the card if the card is inserted, or from the built-in memory if the card is not inserted. (Deleted pictures cannot be recovered.) Press [ ] button to delete displayed picture ••A confirmation screen is displayed. Select [Yes] with cursor button and then press [MENU/SET]. ●●Do not turn off the camera during deletion. ●●Pictures cannot be deleted in the following cases: ••Protected pictures ••Card switch is in “LOCK” position.
Basics Deleting pictures To delete multiple (up to 100)/To delete all pictures A picture group (→130) is handled as 1 picture. (All the pictures in the selected picture group are deleted) Press [ ] button while viewing a picture Use to select [Delete Multi]/[Delete All] and press [MENU/SET] ●●[Delete Multi] Use cursor button to select picture and press [DISP.] button Picture selected ••To cancel → Press [DISP.] button again. ••To execute → Press [MENU/SET].
Basics Setting the menu Refer to the procedure below for an example on how to operate the menus. Example: Changing [AF Mode] in the [Rec] menu in [Program AE] Mode Press [MENU/SET] Use cursor button to select [Rec] menu and press [MENU/SET] ••The menu type can also be selected by touch operations. Press to select [AF Mode] and then press [MENU/SET] Pages (The pages can also be selected with the zoom lever.
Basics Setting the menu Menu type ●●In recording mode ●●In playback mode [Rec] You can perform settings such as tones, Sensitivity, Aspect Ratio, and Picture Size. [Motion Picture] You can select the recording format and picture quality and other settings. [GPS] DMC-ZS30 You can select the GPS setting, location name display and other settings. [Setup] You can perform settings for convenience of use such as the clock setting and changing of the beep sounds.
Basics Setting the menu Using Quick menu During recording, you can easily call some of the menu items and set them. Press [Q.MENU] button Press to select a menu item ••The menu items and setting items that are displayed differ depending on the recording mode.
Basics Using the [Setup] menu [Clock Set], [Economy] and [Auto Review] are important for clock setting and battery life. Please check these before use. ••For the setting procedures of the menu. (→54) ●●In [Intelligent Auto] Mode, only [Clock Set], [World Time], [Airplane Mode], [Beep] and [Stabilizer Demo.] are set. [Clock Set] Set time, date, and display format. (→26) [Auto Clock Set] DMC-ZS30 Setting the clock automatically using GPS. (→168) [World Time] Set the local time at travel destination.
Basics Using the [Setup] menu ••For the setting procedures of the menu. (→54) [Beep] Change or mute the beep/shutter sounds. ■■Settings [Beep Level] / / : Low / High / Mute [Beep Tone] / / : Change beep tone. [Shutter Vol.] / / : Low / High / Mute [Shutter Tone] / / : Change shutter tone. [Speaker Volume] Adjust volume of sound from speakers (7 levels). ■■Settings: [0] / [1] / [2] / [3] / [4] / [5] / [6] ●●Cannot be used to adjust TV speaker volume when connected to TV. [Cust.Set Mem.
Basics Using the [Setup] menu ••For the setting procedures of the menu. (→54) [Monitor Display] Adjust brightness and color of the LCD monitor. It is suggested to use the default settings. These are intended to provide a preview of the actual picture, as accurately as possible. Press to select the setting item and press Press [MENU/SET] to make adjustments ●●Some subjects may look different from their actual appearance, but the recorded picture will not be affected.
Basics Using the [Setup] menu ••For the setting procedures of the menu. (→54) [Guide Line] Select types of guidelines. ■■Settings: / / [OFF] ●●In [Panorama Shot] Mode, a dedicated guideline will display to match the recording direction. This setting can be set to [ON] or [OFF]. [Histogram] Displays distribution of brightness in picture – e.g. if the graph peaks at the right, this means there are several bright areas in the picture. A peak in the center represents correct brightness (correct exposure).
Basics Using the [Setup] menu ••For the setting procedures of the menu. (→54) [Video Rec Area] Enables verification of the recordable area for a motion picture before recording. ■■Settings: [ON] / [OFF] ●●Recordable area displayed for motion pictures should be interpreted as a guideline. ●●When using Extended optical zoom, the recordable area may not always be displayed for certain zoom ratios. ●●For [Intelligent Auto] Mode, the setting is fixed to [OFF]. [Remaining Disp.
Basics Using the [Setup] menu ••For the setting procedures of the menu. (→54) [Economy] Turn off the camera or make the LCD monitor go dark while not using the camera to minimize battery consumption. [Auto Power Off] Automatically shut off the camera while not in use. ■■Settings: [2MIN.] / [5MIN.] / [10MIN.] / [OFF] ●●To restore → Turn on the camera again.
Basics Using the [Setup] menu ••For the setting procedures of the menu. (→54) [No.Reset] Reset picture file numbers. ●●The folder number is updated and the file number starts from 0001. ●●A folder number between 100 and 999 can be assigned. Numbers cannot be reset once folder number reaches 999. In this case, save all necessary pictures to your computer, and format the built-in memory/card (→66).
Basics Using the [Setup] menu ••For the setting procedures of the menu. (→54) [USB Mode] Select communication method for when connecting camera to a computer or printer with USB connection cable (supplied). Update the GPS assist data. DMC-ZS30 ■■Settings [Select on connection]: Select communication method each time you connect to a computer or PictBridgecompatible printer. [PictBridge(PTP)]: Select when connecting to a PictBridge-compatible printer. [PC]: Select when connecting to a computer.
Basics Using the [Setup] menu ••For the setting procedures of the menu. (→54) [3D Playback] Set how 3D still picture is output. ■■Settings: [3D] / [2D] ●●If you want to play back a picture in 2D (conventional picture) on a 3D television, set to [2D]. ●●This item of the menu functions when an HDMI micro cable (optional) is connected. ●●For the procedure for playing back a 3D still picture. (→257) [Rotate Disp.] Automatically rotate portrait still pictures.
Basics Using the [Setup] menu ••For the setting procedures of the menu. (→54) [Format] Use when [Built-In Memory Error] or [Memory Card Error] appears, or when formatting the built-in memory or card. When a card/built-in memory is formatted, the data cannot be restored. Check the content of the card/built-in memory carefully before formatting. ●●When formatting the built-in memory, remove the cards.
Basics Using the [Setup] menu ••For the setting procedures of the menu. (→54) [Demo Mode] View demonstration of functions. [Stabilizer Demo.]: Extent of jitter is shown on graph (estimate) Extent of jitter Extent of jitter after correction ●●During demo screen display, the Optical Image Stabilizer switches ON and OFF every time [MENU/SET] is pressed. DMC-ZS30 [Map Demo]: Display the map for the city of Paris, France. Please use it as a reference for map functions.
Application (Record) Switching the display of recording information, etc. You can also turn off the recording information (such as icons for various settings). Press [DISP.] button to change display With information*1 Without information With information and with level gauge*1*2 Without information and with level gauge*2 *1 Set [Histogram] to display a histogram. (→60) *2 DMC-ZS30 ●●Change guideline settings in [Guide Line] from the [Setup] menu.
Application (Record) Using the level gauge DMC-ZS30 If you want to make sure that the camera is not slanted or tilted, for example, when you take a picture of a landscape, use the level gauge indication as a reference. Press [DISP.] button to switch the display Press the button to switch the display. Press the button until the level gauge is displayed. Correct camera angle ■■Using the level gauge The yellow line indicates the current angle (horizontal line).
Application (Record) Using Zoom You can adjust the area of a picture to be taken using zoom. Zoom In/Out Capture a wider area (wide-angle) Enlarge the subject (telephoto) ••The zoom speed can be set to one of 2 levels using the angle at which the zoom lever is moved. Focus range When Extended optical zoom is set Zoom ratio Digital Zoom range Optical Zoom range Zoom bar i.Zoom range ●●Adjust the focus after adjusting the zoom. ●●Do not touch the lens barrel during zooming.
Application (Record) Using Zoom Using the zoom by performing touch operations Touch The zoom bar appears on the screen. Touch the T or W edge of the zoom bar on the screen Fast zooming all the way to the T end* Fast zooming Fast zooming all the way to the W end* Slow zooming * When or is touched again while zooming, zooming will stop.
Application (Record) Using Zoom Zoom types and use The zoom ratio changes when the number of recording pixels is changed. ■■Optical Zoom Zooming in up to 20x is possible if pictures without Size] on the [Rec] menu. (→115) have been selected by [Picture ●●Optical Zoom cannot be used in the following cases: ••[Macro Zoom] ••Scene Mode ([3D Photo Mode]) ■■Extended optical zoom Zooming in up to 47.8x is possible when pictures with have been selected by [Picture Size] on the [Rec] menu (→115).
Application (Record) Using Zoom To increase the zoom ratio further, the following zoom can be used in combination. ■■[i.ZOOM] You can use the camera’s Intelligent Resolution technology to increase the zoom ratio up to 2x higher than the original zoom ratio with limited deterioration of picture quality. Set [i.Resolution] to [i.ZOOM] on the [Rec] menu. (→122) ●●When [i.Resolution] is set to [i.ZOOM], Intelligent Resolution technology is applied to the picture. ●●[i.
Application (Record) Taking pictures with flash Press to display [Flash] Use cursor button to select the desired type and press [MENU/SET] Type, operations ∗1 Uses [Auto] •• Automatically judges whether or not to flash Normal use [Auto/Red-Eye]∗ Taking pictures of subjects in dark •• Automatically judges whether or not to flash places (reduce red-eye) [Forced Flash On] Taking pictures with backlight or •• Always flash under bright lighting (e.g. fluorescent) 2 [Slow Sync.
Application (Record) Taking pictures with flash ■■Available types in each mode (○: Available, –: Not available, : Default setting) [Scene Mode] ○∗1 ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ – – – ○ ○ ○ ○ – ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ – – – – ○ ○ ○ ○ – – – ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ – ○ – – – ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ – – – – – ○ ○ ○ ∗1 Set to , , or depending on the subject and brightness. ••The flash cannot be used when recording motion pictures or in the , , , , and Scene Modes.
Application (Record) Taking close-up pictures When you want to enlarge the subject, setting to [AF Macro] ( ) enables you to take pictures at an even closer distance than the normal focus range (up to 3 cm (0.098 feet) for max. Wide).
Application (Record) Taking close-up pictures [Macro Zoom] To take even larger images of the subject, setting to [Macro Zoom] ( ) enables the subject to appear even larger than when using [AF Macro] ( Press ). to display [Macro Mode] Use cursor button to select [Macro Zoom] ( [MENU/SET] ) and press Adjust the magnification with the zoom lever Return The zoom position is fixed at the Wide end. Focus range is 3 cm (0.098 feet) - .
Application (Record) Taking close-up pictures Focus range When a subject is too close to the camera, the picture may not be properly focused. The shortest recording distance differs depending on the zoom ratio and the setting in macro recording mode. ■■Shortest recording distance The shortest recording distance is the distance from the lens front to the subject. This distance changes gradually depending on the zoom position.
Application (Record) Taking pictures with self-timer We recommend using a tripod. This is also effective for correcting jitter when pressing the shutter button, by setting the self-timer to 2 seconds. Press to display [Self Timer] Use cursor button to select time duration and press [MENU/SET] Take a picture Press the shutter button fully to start recording after the preset time.
Application (Record) Taking pictures with Exposure Compensation Corrects the exposure when there is a backlight or when the subject is too dark or too bright. Press to display [Exposure] Use cursor button to select a value and press [MENU/SET] ••If the picture is too dark, adjust the exposure to the “+” direction. ••If the picture is too bright, adjust the exposure to the “-” direction. ••After exposure adjustment, the adjustment value ( for example) is displayed in the bottom-left corner of the screen.
Application (Record) Taking pictures with Exposure Compensation Recording while exposure is changed automatically ([Auto Bracket]) Records 3 pictures in continuous succession while exposure is changed automatically. After exposure adjustment, the adjustment value is set as the standard.
Application (Record) Determine aperture and shutter speed and record [Aperture-Priority] Mode When recording, you can control the aperture value to meet your recording purposes. Shutter speed is automatically adjusted to be appropriate for the set aperture value.
Application (Record) Determine aperture and shutter speed and record [Shutter-Priority] Mode When recording, you can control the shutter speed to meet your recording purposes. Aperture is automatically adjusted to be appropriate for the set shutter speed. Set mode dial to ([Shutter-Priority] Mode) Press [EXPOSURE] button and use cursor button to determine shutter speed ••At faster shutter speeds, movements by the subject show as if they are still.
Application (Record) Determine aperture and shutter speed and record [Manual Exposure] Mode This mode of recording lets you set any aperture value and shutter speed when exposure adjustment prevents you from recording at the desired exposure (brightness/darkness). Set mode dial to ([Manual Exposure] Mode) ••Manual exposure assist is displayed.
Application (Record) Taking Pictures with different picture effects [Creative Control] mode You can select your own settings from various effects and take pictures while confirming these effects on the LCD monitor. Set mode dial to Press to select an effect, and then press [MENU/SET] ••If you press the [DISP.] button, an explanation of the effect appears.
Application (Record) Taking Pictures with different picture effects [Creative Control] mode For the [Creative Control] menu setting procedures. (→85) [Expressive] This picture effect creates a pop art style picture that enhances the color. [Retro] This picture effect creates the soft appearance of a tarnished picture. [High Key] This picture effect creates a brighter and lighter toned appearance for the entire picture.
Application (Record) Taking Pictures with different picture effects [Creative Control] mode For the [Creative Control] menu setting procedures. (→85) [Low Key] This picture effect creates a darker somber appearance for the entire picture to emphasize the bright portions. [Sepia] This picture effect creates a picture with sepia tone. [Dynamic Monochrome] This picture effect creates a monochromatic picture with a higher contrast and more dramatic atmosphere.
Application (Record) Taking Pictures with different picture effects [Creative Control] mode For the [Creative Control] menu setting procedures. (→85) [Impressive Art] A picture effect with strong contrast that illustrates a surreal and dramatic atmosphere. [High Dynamic] This picture effect creates a picture with a well-balanced brightness for the entire picture (from dark areas to bright areas). [Cross Process] This picture effect creates a unique atmosphere with surprising colors.
Application (Record) Taking Pictures with different picture effects [Creative Control] mode For the [Creative Control] menu setting procedures. (→85) [Toy Effect] This picture effect creates a picture that resembles pictures taken by a toy camera with a reduced amount of peripheral light. ■■Adjusting color Use cursor button to adjust coloring, then press [MENU/SET] ••Settings: Orangish coloring Bluish coloring [Miniature Effect] This effect blurs peripheral areas to give the impression of a diorama.
Application (Record) Taking Pictures with different picture effects [Creative Control] mode For the [Creative Control] menu setting procedures. (→85) [Soft Focus] This picture effect creates a soft appearance by intentionally blurring the entire picture. ●●The recording screen is displayed like a frame dropping with a slight delay compared to normal recording.
Application (Record) Taking Pictures with different picture effects [Creative Control] mode For the [Creative Control] menu setting procedures. (→85) [One Point Color] This picture effect creates a monochromatic picture by retaining the color you selected only, and adds memorable emphasis to it.
Application (Record) Recording panorama pictures [Panorama Shot] Mode You can easily record a panorama picture by panning the camera towards the direction you want to record, and automatically combining the burst of pictures taken during that time. Set mode dial to [ ] Use cursor button to select the recording direction, and press [MENU/SET] to set Use cursor button to select the picture effect and press [MENU/SET] ••Use the same operations as in [Creative Control] Mode to add picture effects.
Application (Record) Recording panorama pictures [Panorama Shot] Mode Press the shutter button fully and pan the camera in a small circular motion in the selected direction to start recording ••Taking pictures from left to right 2 sec. 1 sec. Recording direction and progress status (approximate) 3 sec. 4 sec. ••Pan the camera so that you make a complete circuit in approx. 8 seconds - Pan the camera at a constant speed.
Application (Record) Recording panorama pictures [Panorama Shot] Mode ●●The zoom position is fixed to the W end. ●●The focus, exposure and White Balance are all fixed to optimal values for the first picture. If the focusing or brightness of pictures recorded as part of a Panorama picture after the first picture are significantly different from those of the first picture, the Panorama picture as a whole (when all pictures are stitched together) may not have consistent focus and brightness.
Application (Record) Taking pictures according to the scene [Scene Mode] Using [Scene Mode] enables you to take pictures with optimum settings (exposure, coloring, etc.) for given scenes.
Application (Record) Taking pictures according to the scene [Scene Mode] ••How to select a scene (→95) [Portrait] Improves the skin tone of subjects for a healthier appearance in bright daylight conditions. ■■Tips ••The more the zoom is drawn towards T side and the closer the camera is brought to the subject, the greater the effect will be. [Soft Skin] Smooths skin colors in bright, outdoor daylight conditions (portraits from chest upwards).
Application (Record) Taking pictures according to the scene [Scene Mode] ••How to select a scene (→95) [Sports] Takes pictures of scenes with fast movement, e.g. sports. ■■Tips ••Stand at least 5 m (16 feet) away. ●●Shutter speed may slow down up to 1 second. [Night Portrait] Takes pictures of people and nightscapes with close to actual brightness. ■■Tips ••Use flash. ••Subject should not move. ••Tripod, self-timer recommended. ●●Shutter speed may slow down up to 4 seconds.
Application (Record) Taking pictures according to the scene [Scene Mode] ••How to select a scene (→95) [Handheld Night Shot] Takes clear still pictures of night scenes with less jitter and less noise by combining a burst of still pictures. ■■Tips ••Stand at least 5 m (16 feet) away. ••After the shutter button has been pressed, do not move the camera during the burst operation.
Application (Record) Taking pictures according to the scene [Scene Mode] ••How to select a scene (→95) [Baby] This takes pictures of a baby with a healthy complexion. When you use the flash, the light from it is weaker than usual. ■■To record age and name [Baby1] and [Baby2] can be set separately. Use cursor button to select [Age] or [Name] and press [MENU/SET] Select [SET] with cursor button and then press [MENU/SET] Set the birthday and name Age: Set birthday with cursor button, and press [MENU/SET].
Application (Record) Taking pictures according to the scene [Scene Mode] ••How to select a scene (→95) [High Sens.] Prevents blurring of subject in dark, indoor conditions. Select the aspect ratio and the picture size with cursor button and press [MENU/SET] ■■Settings: [3M] / [2.5M] / [2M] / [2.5M] [Starry Sky] Gives starry skies and dark subjects a clear appearance. Use cursor button to select shutter speed, and then press [MENU/SET] ■■Settings: [15 sec.] / [30 sec.
Application (Record) Taking pictures according to the scene [Scene Mode] ••How to select a scene (→95) [Underwater] Adjusts the color characteristics of the camera to improve the pictures in an underwater environment. ■■About [White Balance] You can adjust colors according to your preference by using the “White Balance fine adjustment” (→117). ■■Tips ••For fast moving subjects, align with the AF area and press (Press again to release.) (AF Lock).
Application (Record) Taking pictures according to the scene [Scene Mode] ••How to select a scene (→95) [High Speed Video] Motion pictures are recorded by greatly increasing frames per second, so movement can be displayed in slow motion during playback.
Application (Record) Taking pictures according to the scene [Scene Mode] ••How to select a scene (→95) [3D Photo Mode] Pictures are recorded continuously while moving the camera horizontally, and two pictures selected automatically are combined to make a single 3D picture. To view 3D pictures, a television that supports 3D is required (This unit will play back in 2D). (→257) Start the recording and then pan the camera horizontally straight from left to right ••A guide is displayed while recording.
Application (Record) Register your own settings and record [Custom] Mode Registering your preferred recording mode, [Rec] menu settings, etc. to [Cust.Set Mem.] and setting the mode dial to / allows you to switch quickly to those settings. [Cust.Set Mem.] Up to 4 current camera settings can be registered. Select the recording mode you wish to register and set the [Rec] menu, [Motion Picture] menu, [Setup] menu, etc. Select [Cust.Set Mem.] from the [Setup] menu ••For the setting procedures of the menu.
Application (Record) Register your own settings and record [Custom] Mode [Custom] Settings registered in [Cust.Set Mem.] can be quickly called up by setting the mode dial to / . Set mode dial to / ([Custom] mode) ••When set to → The camera switches to the recording mode and settings registered in ••When set to → Perform steps - . Use cursor button to select custom set ••Use and to confirm the registered settings. ••Only the main menu items are displayed.
Application (Record) Burst function A burst of still pictures can be recorded while the shutter button is pressed fully. Select [Burst] from the [Rec] menu (→54) Use cursor button to select the burst setting, and press [MENU/SET] Setting *1 Speed Description No. of pictures Approx. 2 - 10 pictures/sec. •• The burst speed is adjusted automatically in accordance with the movements of people, pets or other subjects.
Application (Record) Burst function ■■Note on the picture size setting [Aspect Ratio] 5M, 3M, 0.3M 2.5M, 0.3M 3M 4.5M, 2.5M, 0.3M 3M, 0.3M 2.5M 3.5M, 2M, 0.2M 3.5M, 0.2M 2M 3.5M, 2.5M, 0.2M 2M, 0.2M 2.5M ●●Pictures taken with the or setting are recorded together as a group (picture group). (→130) ●●Depending on changes in the brightness of the subject, the second and subsequent pictures may be recorded brighter or darker when using the burst function at the , , or setting.
Application (Record) Recording with the Face Recognition function [Face Recog.] ••Default [Face Recog.] setting is [OFF]. ••When the face pictures are registered, the setting will be [ON] automatically. ■■How the Face Recognition function works During recording (When [AF Mode] is (Face Detection)) ••The camera recognizes a registered face and adjusts focus and exposure. ••When registered faces that have set names are recognized, the names are displayed (up to 3 people).
Application (Record) Recording with the Face Recognition function [Face Recog.] ●●When Burst is performed, recording information relating to Face Recognition is only added to the first picture. ●●If you press the shutter button halfway, then point the camera at a different subject and record, recording information for a different person may be added to the picture.
Application (Record) Recording with the Face Recognition function [Face Recog.] Registering face pictures Up to 6 people’s face pictures can be registered along with such information as name and birthdate. You can facilitate Face Recognition by the way you register faces: for example, register multiple face pictures of the same person (up to 3 pictures in one registration). Select [Face Recog.
Application (Record) Recording with the Face Recognition function [Face Recog.] Editing or deleting information about registered persons Information about registered people can be edited or deleted. Select [Face Recog.
Application (Record) Useful features for travel [Travel Date] ••For [Setup] menu setting procedures (→54) If you set your travel schedule and record pictures, the day of your trip on which the picture was taken will be recorded.
Application (Record) Useful features for travel [World Time] ••For [Setup] menu setting procedures (→54) Set the recording date and time with the local time at your destination. Preparation: Set [Auto Clock Set] to [OFF]. (→168) Select [World Time] from the [Setup] menu (→54) ••Message will be displayed when setting for the first time. In this case, press [MENU/SET] and skip to step .
Application (Record) Entering Text Use the cursor button to enter names with the Face Recognition function and in Scene Modes [Baby] and [Pet], or to register locations in [Travel Date] etc. Use cursor button to select characters Press [MENU/SET] several times until the desired character is displayed Text is inserted at the cursor position. ••To change the character type → Select , and press [MENU/SET]. Cursor position ■■Editing text Use cursor button to select and press [MENU/SET].
Application (Record) Using the [Rec] menu You can perform settings such as tones, Sensitivity, Aspect Ratio, and Picture Size. ••For the setting procedures of the menu. (→54) [Aspect Ratio] Set the aspect ratio of still pictures. ■■Settings: / / / ●●Edges may be cut off when printing – be sure to check in advance. ●●This setting is not available in [3D Photo Mode] Scene Mode. [Picture Size] Set the size (number of pixels) of still pictures.
Application (Record) Using the [Rec] menu ••For the setting procedures of the menu. (→54) [Quality] Set quality of picture. ■■Settings: ([Fine]) High quality, priority to picture quality ([Standard]) Standard quality, priority to the number of pictures ●●The setting is fixed to , in [High Sens.] Scene Mode. ●●When [3D Photo Mode] Scene Mode is selected, the displayed icons are different: ([3D+Fine]): An MPO picture and a high quality JPEG picture are recorded simultaneously.
Application (Record) Using the [Rec] menu ••For the setting procedures of the menu. (→54) [Extended ISO] The [Sensitivity] setting will become configurable up to [H.6400]. ■■Settings: [ON] / [OFF] [White Balance] Adjust the color depending on the light source to ensure natural color.
Application (Record) Using the [Rec] menu ■■Setting White Balance manually ( ) Take a picture of a white object under the target light source to adjust colors. Select and press [MENU/SET] Point the camera towards a white object (e.g. paper) and press [MENU/SET] White Balance is set to . ••Even if the camera is turned off, the set White Balance is remembered. ••It may not be possible to set the correct White Balance if subjects are too bright or too dark.
Application (Record) Using the [Rec] menu ••For the setting procedures of the menu. (→54) [AF Mode] Method of aligning focus can be changed according to position and number of subjects. ■■Settings: / / Taking front-on pictures of people / / Recognizes faces (up to 15 people) and adjusts exposure and focus accordingly. AF area Yellow: When the shutter button is pressed halfway, the frame turns green when the camera is focused. White: Displayed when more than one face is detected.
Application (Record) Using the [Rec] menu ●●Focus is fixed to (1-area-focusing) in the following cases: ••Scene Modes ([Starry Sky], [High Speed Video]) ••[Creative Control] Mode ([Miniature Effect]) ●●Use (1-area-focusing) if focus is difficult to align with (Spot-focusing).
Application (Record) Using the [Rec] menu ••For the setting procedures of the menu. (→54) [Face Recog.] For details (→108). [Metering Mode] You can change the position for measuring brightness when correcting exposure.
Application (Record) Using the [Rec] menu ••For the setting procedures of the menu. (→54) [Min. Shtr Speed] Sets the minimum value for the shutter speed. We recommend using slower shutter speeds to take brighter pictures in dark locations. ■■Settings: [AUTO] [1/250] [1/125] [1/60] [1/30] [1/15] [1/8] [1/4] [1/2]*1 [1]*1 *1 If the ISO Sensitivity setting is [3200] or [H.6400]*2, the shutter speed becomes [1/4]. *2 Only when [Extended ISO] is [ON].
Application (Record) Using the [Rec] menu ••For the setting procedures of the menu. (→54) [Burst] For details (→106). [Color Mode] Set color effects. ■■Settings: [STANDARD] / [VIVID]*1 (sharper) / [Happy]*2 / [B&W] / [SEPIA] *1 Except [Intelligent Auto] Mode *2 [Intelligent Auto] Mode only [AF Assist Lamp] Illuminates lamp when dark to facilitate focus alignment.
Application (Record) Using the [Rec] menu ••For the setting procedures of the menu. (→54) [Red-Eye Removal] Automatically detects red-eye and corrects still picture data when recording with flash red-eye reduction ( ). ■■Settings: [ON] / [OFF] ●●This setting will work only when [AF Mode] is (Face Detection). ●●Depending on the circumstance, it may not be possible to correct red-eye. ●●When this function is set to [ON], the flash icon changes to [ ]/[ ].
Application (Record) Using the [Rec] menu ••For the setting procedures of the menu. (→54) [Stabilizer] Automatically detects and prevents jitter. ■■Settings: [ON] / [OFF] ●●The setting is fixed to [ON] in [Handheld Night Shot] Scene Mode.
Application (Record) Using the [Motion Picture] menu You can select the recording mode and picture quality and other settings. ••For the setting procedures of the menu. (→54) [Rec Format] Sets the data format of the motion picture that is recorded. ■■Settings [AVCHD] This is a data format suitable for playback on high-definition TVs. [MP4] This data format is suited for playing back motion pictures on a computer and other such devices.
Application (Record) Using the [Motion Picture] menu ●●What is bit rate This is the volume of data for a definite period of time, and the quality becomes higher when the number gets bigger. This unit is using the “VBR” recording method. “VBR” is an abbreviation of “Variable Bit Rate”, and the bit rate (volume of data for definite period of time) is changed automatically depending on the subject to record. Therefore, the recording time is shortened when a subject with fast movement is recorded.
Application (Record) Using the [Motion Picture] menu ••For the setting procedures of the menu. (→54) Level Shot function DMC-ZS30 Level Shot function automatically detects the camera’s tilt while recording motion pictures, and horizontally corrects the recording motion picture so it will not be tilted. ■■Settings: [ON] / [OFF] ●●If you record while walking, or if the camera’s tilt is large, it may not be possible to horizontally correct the motion pictures.
Application (View) Changing the picture information display, etc. You can disable the display of picture information (file number, etc.) and recording information (settings used for recording, etc.) when a picture is played back. Press [DISP.] button to change display Has picture information (recording date and time, etc.) Has recording information ([Flash], [Sensitivity] etc.
Application (View) Playing back still pictures recorded using the burst function Pictures taken with the or setting are recorded together as a group (picture group). ■■Representative picture display A representative picture (first burst picture) is displayed when it is displayed together with other still pictures or with motion pictures. ••All the still pictures in a picture group can be deleted or edited together. ••Continuous playback can be performed using the same operations as for motion pictures.
Application (View) Playing back still pictures recorded using the burst function ●●Burst pictures cannot be displayed as a picture group during [GPS Area Play] DMC-ZS30 or [Favorite] playback with [Slide Show] or [Filtering Play]. ●●The following operation cannot be performed while a representative first burst picture is being displayed.
Application (View) Different playback methods [Playback Mode] Recorded pictures can be played back in a variety of ways. To change the Playback Mode, refer to and perform the following steps. Press [MENU/SET] in playback mode The menu selection screen is displayed. Use cursor button to select [Playback Mode] menu and press [MENU/SET] ••The menu type can also be selected by touch operations.
Application (View) Selecting pictures to play back [Filtering Play] You can narrow down the pictures to be displayed with set filters, such as recording dates, categories, or favorite pictures. Select [Filtering Play] from the [Playback Mode] menu (→132) Select the filtering method using cursor button, and press [MENU/SET] [Picture Only] Play back still pictures (→134) [Video Only] Play back motion pictures (→134) [3D Play] Play back only 3D still pictures.
Application (View) Selecting pictures to play back [Filtering Play] Narrowing down by selecting picture type Select picture type, such as still pictures only or motion pictures only, then play them back.
Application (View) Selecting pictures to play back [Filtering Play] Narrowing down by selecting the location where the pictures were taken DMC-ZS30 Specify place on the map, then select from pictures with nearby location information recorded and play back. Preparation: To use a detailed map to specify a place, copy the map data recorded on the disc (supplied) to your card in advance.
Application (View) Selecting pictures to play back [Filtering Play] Narrowing down by selecting pictures recorded at a destination Play back pictures with [Travel Date] (→112) that have been set at the time of their recording.
Application (View) Selecting pictures to play back [Filtering Play] Narrowing down by selecting recording date Select the recorded date, and play the pictures back. Select [Select Date] in [Filtering Play] and press [MENU/SET] (→133) Use cursor button to select recording date and press [MENU/SET] ■■To change the date to display Press in the 1-picture Playback screen Use cursor button to select [Change Date] and press [MENU/SET] ●●Only months when pictures were taken are shown on the calendar screen.
Application (View) Playing back pictures in order automatically [Slide Show] Automatically play pictures in order and to music. Recommended when viewing on TV screen. Select [Slide Show] from the [Playback Mode] menu (→132) Use cursor button to select [Start] and press [MENU/SET] ■■To select pictures for automatic play back If you have previously selected the pictures to display for [Filtering Play] from the [Playback Mode] menu, the Slide Show will play back with the same criteria.
Application (View) Playing back pictures in order automatically [Slide Show] ■■Operations during Slide Show The operation guide appears on the bottom right of the LCD monitor. Pause/play Volume down Next Previous Volume up Stop ••If you do not perform any operation for approx. 2 seconds, the operation guide is turned off. To display the guide again, press the [DISP.] button. ●●When [URBAN] has been selected, the picture may appear in black and white as a screen effect.
Application (View) Searching by recording date [Calendar] You can search for pictures by the date they were recorded. Select [Calendar] from the [Playback Mode] menu (→132) Touch the recording date to be displayed Select the month ••Only months when pictures were taken are shown on the calendar screen.
Application (View) Retouching pictures [Auto Retouch] You can adjust the color and brightness of a still picture to bring them into balance. ••New pictures are created after editing pictures with [Auto Retouch]. Before starting to edit, make sure that there is enough free space in the built-in memory or memory card.
Application (View) Retouching pictures [Creative Retouch] You can retouch recorded still pictures by selecting the effect that you want to apply. ••New pictures are created after editing pictures with [Creative Retouch]. Before starting to edit, make sure that there is enough free space in the built-in memory or memory card.
Application (View) Retouching pictures Setting Effect [Miniature Effect] This effect blurs peripheral areas to give the impression of a diorama. [Soft Focus] This picture effect creates a soft appearance by intentionally blurring the entire picture. [Star Filter] This picture effect creates a picture with the light from the light source that shines in the shape of a cross, creating a gorgeous atmosphere.
Application (View) Using the [Playback] menu You can specify picture protection, resizing, print settings, and other settings for pictures you have taken. ••For the setting procedures of the menu. (→54) ••The setting methods vary depending on the menu item. ●●In the following cases, new pictures are created after they have been edited. Before starting to edit, make sure that there is enough free space in the built-in memory or memory card.
Application (View) Using the [Playback] menu ■■Abort writing location information Press [MENU/SET] while location information is being written ••[ ] is displayed for the period of the abort operation. If selected again while [ ] is displayed, writing location information will resume where it left off.
Application (View) Using the [Playback] menu ••For the setting procedures of the menu. (→54) [Title Edit] You can give titles, etc. to your favorite still pictures. Use cursor button to select [SINGLE] or [MULTI], and then press [MENU/SET] Select a still picture ●●[SINGLE] ●●[MULTI] Use cursor button to select a still picture and press [MENU/SET] (up to 100 pictures with the same text) Use cursor button to select a still picture and press [DISP.
Application (View) Using the [Playback] menu ••For the setting procedures of the menu. (→54) [Text Stamp] Stamps the recorded pictures with recording date and time, place name information, names, travel destination, [Travel Date], recording direction etc. DMC-ZS30 The recording date and time, the text registered by [Baby] or [Pet] Scene Mode, [Travel Date] and [Title Edit] are stamped on the still picture.
Application (View) Using the [Playback] menu ■■Items that can be stamped [Shooting Date] [Name] [W/O TIME]: Stamp recording date [WITH TIME]: Stamp recording date and time : Stamp name registered in Face Recognition : Stamp name registered in [Baby] or [Pet] [Location] Stamp location registered in [Setup] menu’s [Travel Date] [Travel Date] Stamp Travel Date set in [Setup] menu’s [Travel Date] [Title] Stamp text registered in [Title Edit] [Country/Region]* [State/Prov.
Application (View) Using the [Playback] menu ••For the setting procedures of the menu. (→54) [Retouch] [Auto Retouch]: For details (→141) [Creative Retouch]: For details (→142) [Video Divide] A single motion picture can be split into 2 parts. This is convenient when you want to keep just the necessary scenes, or if you wish to delete unnecessary scenes to increase free space on your card, such as when traveling.
Application (View) Using the [Playback] menu ••For the setting procedures of the menu. (→54) [Resize] Picture size can be reduced to facilitate e-mail attachment and use in web pages, etc. (Still pictures recorded at the smallest recording pixel level cannot be further reduced.
Application (View) Using the [Playback] menu ■■[MULTI] Use cursor button to select [MULTI] and press [MENU/SET] Use cursor button to select size and press [MENU/SET] Use cursor button to select a still picture and press [DISP.] button (up to 100 pictures) Number of pixels before/after resizing •• To cancel → Press [DISP.] button again. •• To execute → Press [MENU/SET]. Resize setting ••Confirmation screen is displayed. If you select [Yes], the operation is executed.
Application (View) Using the [Playback] menu ••For the setting procedures of the menu. (→54) [Cropping] Enlarge your still pictures and crop unwanted areas. Use cursor button to select a still picture, and then press [MENU/SET] Select area to crop and press [MENU/SET] Expand Change position ••Confirmation screen is displayed. If you select [Yes], the operation is executed. ●●Picture quality is reduced after cropping. ●●Cannot crop the following pictures.
Application (View) Using the [Playback] menu ••For the setting procedures of the menu. (→54) [Favorite] By labeling your favorite pictures with a star ( ), you can play back your favorite pictures only, or you can delete all pictures except your favorites. Use cursor button to select [SINGLE] or [MULTI] and press [MENU/SET] Use cursor button to select picture and press [MENU/SET] ●●[SINGLE] ●●[MULTI] Favorite picture setting Favorite picture setting ••To cancel → Press [MENU/SET] again.
Application (View) Using the [Playback] menu ••For the setting procedures of the menu. (→54) [Print Set] Picture/picture no./date printing settings can be made for when printing with DPOF printcompatible shops or printers. (Ask at the shop to check for compatibility.) For more information visit: http://panasonic.jp/dc/dpof_110/white_e.
Application (View) Using the [Playback] menu ••For the setting procedures of the menu. (→54) [Protect] Set protection to disable picture deletion. Prevents deletion of important pictures. Use cursor button to select [SINGLE] or [MULTI] and press [MENU/SET] Use cursor button to select picture and press [MENU/SET] ●●[SINGLE] ●●[MULTI] Picture protected Picture protected ••To cancel → Press [MENU/SET] again. ■■To clear all Select [CANCEL] in step and select [Yes].
Application (View) Using the [Playback] menu ••For the setting procedures of the menu. (→54) [Face Rec Edit] Edit or delete the recognition information for pictures with mistaken Face Recognition. Use cursor button to select [REPLACE] or [DELETE] and press [MENU/SET] Use cursor button to select the picture and press [MENU/SET] Use cursor button to select a person and press [MENU/SET] ••If [DELETE], go to step . ••People whose Face Recognition information has not been registered cannot be selected.
Application (View) Using the [Playback] menu ••For the setting procedures of the menu. (→54) [Copy] You can copy pictures between built-in memory and memory card. Use cursor button to select the copy method (direction) and press [MENU/SET] : Copy all pictures from built-in memory to card (go to step : Copy 1 picture at a time from card to built-in memory. ). Use cursor button to select picture and press [MENU/SET] Use cursor button to select [Yes] and press [MENU/SET] ••To cancel → Press [MENU/SET].
GPS and map functions DMC-ZS30 Using the GPS function to record the location of a picture Before using the GPS function, read “About GPS” (→10) and “License Agreement for Place Name and Map Data” (→296). GPS stands for Global Positioning System. You can check your current location using GPS satellites. The camera receives radio signals that contain orbital information and time information from multiple GPS satellites, and uses them to calculate its current position.
GPS and map functions DMC-ZS30 Using the GPS function to record the location of a picture [GPS Setting] When [GPS Setting] is [ON], the camera periodically receives radio signals from the GPS satellites and executes positioning. When positioning is executed successfully, the place name and position (latitude and longitude) information are recorded in still pictures and motion pictures (excluding certain picture quality settings (→161)).
GPS and map functions DMC-ZS30 Using the GPS function to record the location of a picture ■■Displaying the status and result of positioning The icons that indicate the status and result of positioning will appear on the LCD monitor. When positioning is successful, camera will search the place name information (name of place and landmark) inside its internal database and display it.
GPS and map functions DMC-ZS30 Using the GPS function to record the location of a picture ■■Information to be recorded on the pictures When the camera successfully executes positioning, it records the following information in still pictures and motion pictures*. ••Location information (latitude and longitude) ••Place name information (Country/region, province/state, city/borough/county, town/ village, landmark) * Only the information determined at the time when the recording was started is recorded.
GPS and map functions DMC-ZS30 Using the GPS function to record the location of a picture Executing the positioning function right away to update the current location If the displayed place name is different from the current location or a previous location is displayed, update the positioning information. If some time has elapsed since the last time positioning was executed successfully ( , , , or is displayed), we recommend updating the positioning information.
GPS and map functions DMC-ZS30 Using the GPS function to record the location of a picture ■■Interval between positioning operations Even if the positioning information is not updated, the camera automatically tries to execute positioning immediately after it is turned on and subsequently at regular intervals when [GPS Setting] is [ON]. Also, when [Airplane Mode] is set to [OFF], the camera automatically tries to execute positioning, even if the camera is turned off.
GPS and map functions DMC-ZS30 Using the GPS function to record the location of a picture [Area Info. Set] You can change the recorded place name information items to be displayed on the screen. Select [Area Info.
GPS and map functions DMC-ZS30 Changing the place name information to be recorded When there are other candidate locations as a result of positioning, you can change the location information to another place name or landmark in the neighborhood. ••When there is a choice for differing place name information, appears in front of the place name information. ••You can also perform this operation by touching [GPS Area Select] after touching the GPS icon.
GPS and map functions DMC-ZS30 Changing the recorded GPS information [Edit Location] You can edit the location information (latitude and longitude) recorded on still pictures and motion pictures. ••When you edit the location information, the place name information is deleted. Preparation: Before editing the location information using map data, be sure to copy the map data on the supplied disc to a memory card.
GPS and map functions DMC-ZS30 Changing the recorded GPS information [Edit Place Name] You can edit a place name or landmark name recorded in a picture.
GPS and map functions DMC-ZS30 Adjusting the time using GPS You can automatically update the [Clock Set] of the camera using the date and time information contained in GPS radio signals. When you move to a different time zone from your home area and positioning is executed successfully, the camera automatically adjusts the time to the local time.
GPS and map functions DMC-ZS30 Reducing the time required for positioning You can reduce the time required for positioning by copying in advance the predicted satellite information (GPS assist data) of GPS satellites required for positioning to the camera. ••For downloading/updating GPS assist data, there is a method to use the “GPS Assist Tool” on a PC, and a method to use the Wi-Fi function. ••If the camera’s clock is not set, the GPS assist data cannot be used.
GPS and map functions DMC-ZS30 Reducing the time required for positioning ■■Using “GPS Assist Tool” by connecting the camera and computer Preparation: Turn on the computer and close all other open application programs. Select [Assist Data] from GPS menu and press [MENU/SET] Use cursor button to select [Update] and press [MENU/SET] Use cursor button to select [Connect USB] and press [MENU/SET] Connect the camera to a computer Check the socket direction and insert straight in.
GPS and map functions DMC-ZS30 Reducing the time required for positioning ■■Using a card reader/writer (commercially available) Preparation: ••Turn on the computer that is connected to a card reader/writer (commercially available) and close all other open application programs. ••Insert a memory card in the camera before starting the updating procedure.
GPS and map functions DMC-ZS30 Reducing the time required for positioning ■■Operating the “GPS Assist Tool” Start up the “GPS Assist Tool” on the computer ••Windows: Double-click [GPSASIST.EXE] stored in the connected camera or memory card ••Mac: Double-click [GPSASIST.DMG] stored in the connected camera or memory card Double-click [GPSASIST] ••When the “GPS Assist Tool” is copied to the memory card, the execution file is stored in the [AD_LUMIX] folder.
GPS and map functions DMC-ZS30 Reducing the time required for positioning Using the Wi-Fi function to update You can connect to a wireless access point that is hooked up to the Internet and update GPS assist data.
GPS and map functions DMC-ZS30 Reducing the time required for positioning Checking the expiration date of the GPS assist data The GPS assist data expires in 30 days. We recommend using new GPS assist data. Select [Assist Data] from GPS menu and press [MENU/SET] Use cursor button to select [Expiry Date] and press [MENU/SET] ●●You can also check the expiration date on the screen when the “GPS Assist Tool” is started up on the computer.
GPS and map functions DMC-ZS30 Using the map function You can display a map showing the location where a picture was taken or your current location. ●●If you copy the map data stored on the supplied disc to a memory card, you can display more detailed maps. (→179) ●●The place name information recorded on a picture and the place name displayed on a map may not be exactly the same.
GPS and map functions DMC-ZS30 Using the map function Displaying your current location on a map When positioning is executed successfully using GPS, you can display your current location on a map. ••Make sure to set [GPS Setting] to [ON]. (→159) Press [MAP] button in playback mode Touch [My Location] Time elapsed after positioning was executed successfully ••You can drag the screen or press the cursor button to operate the display location of a map.
GPS and map functions DMC-ZS30 Using the map function Displaying only pictures taken in the same area You can select the area of a picture on a map to narrow down the pictures to be displayed. Press [MAP] button in playback mode Display the map so that the place where you took the pictures is moved within the display range of the frame Display range On the touch screen, spread (pinch out) your 2 fingers to zoom in, and pinch (pinch in) your 2 fingers to zoom out.
GPS and map functions DMC-ZS30 Using the map function Displaying a map by selecting a country or region You can select a place name and display a map of the area it is located in.
GPS and map functions DMC-ZS30 Using the map data on the disc (supplied) You can use “LUMIX Map Tool” to copy the map data on the disc (supplied) to a memory card. When the map data is copied to the memory card, detailed maps can be displayed on the camera. The disc supplied with your camera contains more detailed map data and the software to install it. This data that is copied to the card will reduce the storage capacity of your card. To use this feature, it must be copied to each card you use.
GPS and map functions DMC-ZS30 Using the map data on the disc (supplied) Copying the map data to a memory card Preparation: ••Install “LUMIX Map Tool” on your computer before starting the copying procedure. (→179) ••Turn on the computer and close all other open application programs. ••Insert the supplied disc in your computer drive before starting the copying procedure. (Windows: Close the installation menu that starts automatically.
GPS and map functions DMC-ZS30 Using the map data on the disc (supplied) ■■Copying map data directly to a memory card in the camera from the computer instead of a card reader/writer (commercially available) You can copy the map data to a memory card inserted in the camera by connecting the camera to a computer using the USB connection cable (supplied). ••Select the connected camera in step (→180). ••For details on making the connection with a computer (→264).
GPS and map functions DMC-ZS30 Registering my landmark You can register a user-defined location that is not registered in this camera as my landmark in order to display it when positioning is executed or to record it on a picture. (Up to 50 landmarks) ●●You can only register the landmark name as My landmark. (You cannot register place names such as city, town, or village names.) ●●Unless the map data is copied to a memory card, My landmark cannot be registered.
GPS and map functions DMC-ZS30 Registering my landmark Registering the recording location as my landmark You can use the location information of a picture to register it as My landmark.
GPS and map functions DMC-ZS30 Registering my landmark Selecting My landmark and displaying it on a map You can display a map by moving the registered My landmark to the center.
GPS and map functions DMC-ZS30 Using the compass Measures the 16 cardinal directions based on the orientation of this unit’s lens. ••The colored part of the compass needle points north. ••If [GPS Setting] is set to [OFF], declination correction is not performed. North About declination correction Earth is a large magnet that has the north pole as the S pole, and the south pole as the N pole, and the magnetism that the Earth has is called “geomagnetism”.
GPS and map functions DMC-ZS30 Using the compass Adjusting the compass When the [×] appears on the compass, please perform [Calibrate compass]. Select [Calibrate compass] from [Setup] menu and press [MENU/SET] Hold this unit vertically, and circle it in a figure 8 a few times by twisting your wrist ••When adjustment is successful, a message appears indicating the completion of the adjustment. ●●To avoid dropping the camera, always wear the hand strap on your wrist and perform adjustment.
GPS and map functions DMC-ZS30 Using the GPS log Location information positioned using GPS can be recorded as a “GPS log”. When the GPS log is used, 1 day of traveling can be displayed with this unit’s map. An output of the GPS log file can also be utilized on compatible websites, etc. Recording the GPS log You can set the GPS log’s recording interval or recording duration. ••GPS logs cannot be recorded to the built-in memory. Use a card.
GPS and map functions DMC-ZS30 Using the GPS log Displaying the GPS log on the map Touch [ ] while map is displayed ••You can also perform this operation from [Display GPS Log] in the [Map] menu. Touch the date of the GPS log you want to display, then touch [Set] ••You can also use cursor button to select recording date and press [MENU/SET] to confirm.
GPS and map functions DMC-ZS30 Using the GPS log Outputting the GPS log file Convert GPS log files (NMEA format) to KML format and output to use it on a website, etc., that supports the KML format. Select [GPS Log] from [GPS] menu and press [MENU/SET] Use cursor button to select [KML File Output] and press [MENU/SET] Use cursor button to select the GPS log recording date and press [MENU/SET] ••Displays up to 1,000 items. ••The confirmation screen appears. Select [Yes] to perform output.
GPS and map functions DMC-ZS30 Using the GPS log Deleting the GPS log Select [GPS Log] from [GPS] menu and press [MENU/SET] Use cursor button to select [Delete Log] and press [MENU/SET] Use cursor button to select [1 DAY] / [ALL] and press [MENU/SET] ●●For [1 DAY] Use cursor button to select the date, and press [MENU/SET] ••Displays up to 1,000 items. ••The confirmation screen appears. Select [Yes] to delete. ●●If there is an output KML file, it is simultaneously deleted.
Wi-Fi Wi-Fi® function ■■Use the camera as a wireless LAN device When using equipment or computer systems that require more reliable security than wireless LAN devices, ensure that the appropriate measures are taken for safety designs and defects for the systems used. Panasonic will not take any responsibility for any damage that arises when using the camera for any purpose other than as a wireless LAN device.
Wi-Fi Wi-Fi® function ■■Images that can be sent JPEG MP4*1 AVCHD*1 *2 [Smartphone] ○ ○ – – [PC] ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ Images to send 3D Destination [Cloud Sync. Service] ○ ○ – [Web service] ○ ○ – ○ [Home] ○ – – ○ [External] ○ – – ○ ○ – – – [AV device] [Printer] * by [Send Images While Recording] is not available. *2 The file size of AVCHD motion pictures that can be sent to a computer has to be 4 GB or under. 1 Sending Files exceeding 4 GB cannot be sent.
Wi-Fi Wi-Fi® function ●●The camera cannot be used to connect to a public wireless LAN connection. ●●Use a IEEE802.11b, IEEE802.11g or IEEE802.11n compatible device when using a wireless access point. ●●We strongly recommend that you set an encryption to maintain information security. ●●When the battery indicator is flashing red, the connection with other equipment may not start or the connection may be disrupted. (A message such as [Communication error] is displayed.
Wi-Fi What you can do with the Wi-Fi function Linking with the Wi-Fi compatible equipment allows you to remotely operate the camera, or share pictures with people in distant places even during recording or playing back.
Wi-Fi Sequence of connecting operation The operation to connect this unit to other devices by Wi-Fi differs by function, connection method, etc. Perform operation by following the screen display and refer to the manual, etc. for the connecting device or WEB service. Preparation: You may be required to configure settings on applicable devices depending on the connecting device or WEB service.
Wi-Fi Sequence of connecting operation What you can do with the [Wi-Fi] button when connected to Wi-Fi Press [Wi-Fi] button when connected to Wi-Fi Use cursor button to select the item, and press [MENU/SET] Item Description [Terminate the Connection] Terminates the Wi-Fi connection. [Change the Destination] Terminates the Wi-Fi connection, and allows you to select a different Wi-Fi connection. [Change Settings for Sending Images] For details (→214).
Wi-Fi Remote Shooting You can remotely operate the camera using a smartphone/tablet. You need to install “Image App” on your smartphone/tablet. Installing the smartphone/tablet app “Panasonic Image App” The “Panasonic Image App” is an application provided by Panasonic that allows your smartphone/tablet to perform the following operations of a Wi-Fi-compatible LUMIX. (“Panasonic Image App” is indicated as “Image App” in the text.) For Android™ apps Version For iOS apps 1.
Wi-Fi Remote Shooting Connecting to a smartphone/tablet You can easily connect using the NFC function. For details (→202). Preparations: Install the “Image App” in advance. (→197) Press [Wi-Fi] button Use cursor button to select [New Connection] and press [MENU/SET] ••You can also select it by touch operations. ••When connecting with the setting you used before, you can select the connection destination from [History Connection] (→236) or [Favorite Connection] (→237).
Wi-Fi Remote Shooting ■■When connecting with [Via Network] (On the camera) After performing step , press the [DISP.] button (→198) Use cursor button to select [Via Network], and then press [MENU/SET] Select the method for connecting to a wireless access point, and set ••For details (→205).
Wi-Fi Remote Shooting Taking pictures via a smartphone/tablet (remote recording) Select [ ] on a smartphone/tablet ••The recorded images are saved in the camera. ••Some settings are not available. ••The screen differs depending on the operating system. ●●Cannot be set for recording AVCHD motion pictures at [60p] in [FHD].
Wi-Fi Remote Shooting Sending location information to the camera from a smartphone/tablet You can acquire location information from a smartphone/tablet, and write it on images afterwards. Refer to (→144) for how to write the location information on the images recorded by this unit. Select [ ] on a smartphone/tablet ••The screen differs depending on the operating system.
Wi-Fi Easily connect to a smartphone (NFC) Use the NFC (Near Field Communication) function to easily connect this unit to a smartphone with Wi-Fi, to record remotely, and send pictures to a smartphone. ••This function can be used with NFC compatible devices with Android (2.3.3 or above).
Wi-Fi Easily connect to a smartphone (NFC) Connecting easily to a smartphone for remote control If you use the NFC function, the operation for “Connecting to smartphone/tablet” becomes quicker (→198) Start “Image App” on the smartphone Place your smartphone to the side of this unit Place the NFC area of your smartphone over the part of this unit as shown in the figure below. ••This function can be used even when the camera is turned off. ••Do not bump your smartphone strongly against this unit.
Wi-Fi Easily connect to a smartphone (NFC) Transferring a still picture easily to your smartphone You can use the NFC function to easily transfer a still picture displayed on this unit to a smartphone with “Image App” installed. Start “Image App” on the smartphone Display the still picture to be transferred to your smartphone on the 1-picture screen (full screen) Place your smartphone to the side of this unit (→203) The still picture displayed on this unit is transferred to your smartphone.
Wi-Fi Connecting via a wireless access point This section describes how to use the Wi-Fi connection to connect to compatible devices and other equipment via a wireless access point. Camera Wireless access point Compatible devices, etc.
Wi-Fi Connecting via a wireless access point When connecting with [WPS (PIN code)] Use cursor button to select the wireless access point you are connecting to, and press [MENU/SET] Enter the PIN code displayed on the camera screen into the wireless access point Press [MENU/SET] ••Refer to the wireless access point instruction manual for details. If you are not sure about the WPS compatibility (connecting by [Manual Connection]) Search for available wireless access points.
Wi-Fi Connecting via a wireless access point ■■When connecting with [Manual Input] If the wireless access point does not appear, you can directly enter the SSID. In step (→206), use cursor button to select [Manual Input], and then press [MENU/SET] Enter the SSID of the wireless access point you are connecting to, then select [Set] ••For details on how to enter characters, refer to “Entering Text” (→114).
Wi-Fi Connecting directly Directly connect this unit to the device you are using as a wireless access point. You can connect this unit and your device in a method supported by your device.
Wi-Fi Playback on TV You can use the Wi-Fi function [Playback on TV] to display pictures on a television that is compatible with a DLNA certified digital media renderer (DMR). Displaying the picture on TV right after taking it/ Displaying the picture on TV by playing it back on the camera ••For details about compatible devices, refer to the website below. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/ (This site is available in English only.) Preparations: Set the TV to DLNA waiting Mode.
Wi-Fi Playback on TV Take or play back pictures on this unit ••To change the setting or disconnect, press [Wi-Fi] button. (→196) ●●Motion pictures cannot be displayed on a TV. ●●During the multi/calendar playback, pictures displayed on the screen of this unit are not displayed on TV. ●●When a TV is connected to this unit, the TV screen may temporarily return to the status before the connection. Pictures are displayed again when you take or play back pictures.
Wi-Fi Send Images While Recording A picture can be automatically sent to a specified device every time you take it. Since the camera gives priority to recording, sending may take longer. ••Motion pictures cannot be sent. ••If you turn off this unit or the Wi-Fi connection before sending is complete, unsent pictures will not be resent. ••You may not be able to delete files or use the playback menu while sending.
Wi-Fi Send Images While Recording Select a connection method ■■When you want to connect to the smartphone/tablet via a wireless access point (On your smartphone/tablet) On the setting menu of your smartphone/tablet, turn on the Wi-Fi function Select the wireless access point you want to connect to, and set Start “Image App” on your smartphone/tablet* (→197) (On the camera) Use cursor button to select [Via Network], and then press [MENU/SET] Select the method for connecting to a wireless access
Wi-Fi Send Images While Recording Use cursor button to select the device you want to connect to, and then press [MENU/SET] ••When the connection is established, the screen is displayed. To change the send setting, press the [DISP.] button. (→214) Take pictures ••The pictures are sent automatically after taking them. ••To change the setting or disconnect, press [Wi-Fi] button. You cannot change the settings while sending pictures. Wait until sending is complete.
Wi-Fi Send Images While Recording Changing the settings for sending images Press the [DISP.] button on the confirmation screen of destination Use cursor button to select the item, and press [MENU/SET] Item Description [Size] Resize the image to send. [Original]/[Auto]*1/[Change] •• If you select [Auto], the image size is determined by the circumstances at the destination. •• You can select the image size for [Change] from [M], [S] or [VGA].The aspect ratio does not change.
Wi-Fi Send Images While Recording When sending images to PC Preparations: ••Turn the computer on. ••Prepare folders for receiving images on the PC before sending a picture to the PC. (→217) ••If the standard settings are changed for the workgroup on the connected PC, you must change settings in [PC Connection] on this unit. (→251) Press [Wi-Fi] button Use cursor button to select [New Connection] and press [MENU/SET] ••You can also select it by touch operations.
Wi-Fi Send Images While Recording Use cursor button to select the folder you want to send to, and then press [MENU/SET] ••When the connection is complete, the screen is displayed. To change the send setting, press [DISP.] button. (→214) Take pictures ••To change the setting or disconnect, press [Wi-Fi] button. (→196) You cannot change the settings while sending pictures. Wait until sending is complete.
Wi-Fi Send Images While Recording To create a folder that receives images ••Create a PC user account (account name (up to 254 characters) and password (up to 32 characters)) consisting of alphanumeric characters. An attempt to create a receive folder may fail if the account includes non-alphanumeric characters. ■■When using “PHOTOfunSTUDIO” Install “PHOTOfunSTUDIO” to the PC ••For details on hardware requirements and installation, read “Installing supplied software” (→263).
Wi-Fi Send Images While Recording When sending images to [Cloud Sync. Service] Preparations: You need to register to “LUMIX CLUB” (→243) and configure the Cloud Sync. setting (→219) to send a picture to a Cloud Folder. Press [Wi-Fi] button Use cursor button to select [New Connection], and then press [MENU/SET] ••You can also select it by touch operations. Use cursor button to select [Send Images While Recording], and then press [MENU/SET] Use cursor button to select [Cloud Sync.
Wi-Fi Send Images While Recording ■■About the images sent to a Cloud Folder by the use of [Cloud Sync. Service] (As of January 2013) To send images to a PC, Cloud Sync. setting is required. Configure the settings on a PC with “PHOTOfunSTUDIO” or on a smartphone/tablet with “Image App”. ••If you set the picture destination to [Cloud Sync. Service], sent pictures are temporarily saved in the cloud folder, and they can be synchronized with the device in use, such as the PC or smartphone/tablet.
Wi-Fi Send Images While Recording When sending images to WEB Service Preparations: You need to register to “LUMIX CLUB” (→243) to send a picture to a WEB service. When sending images to WEB services, such as Facebook or YouTube, the WEB service being used must be registered with the “LUMIX CLUB”. Registering multiple WEB services will send images to all services simultaneously.
Wi-Fi Send Images While Recording ●●Images uploaded to the WEB Service cannot be displayed or deleted with this camera. Check images by accessing the WEB Service with your smartphone/tablet or computer. ●●If sending images fails, a report email outlining the failure will be sent to the email address registered with “LUMIX CLUB”.
Wi-Fi Send Images While Recording When sending images to AV device Preparations: When sending a picture to [Home], set your device to DLNA waiting mode. ••Read the operating instructions of your device for details. When sending images to [External], the following are required: ••Registration to “LUMIX CLUB”. (→243) ••Address number and access number acquired by the destination External AV device.
Wi-Fi Send Images While Recording Use cursor button to select a device you want to connect, and then press [MENU/SET] ••When the connection is complete, the screen is displayed. To change the send setting, press [DISP.] button. (→214) Take pictures ••To change the setting or disconnect, press [Wi-Fi] button. (→196) You cannot change the settings while sending pictures. Wait until sending is complete.
Wi-Fi Send Images Stored in the Camera ••When sending images on a mobile network, high packet communication fees may be incurred depending on the details of your contract. ••Details of the playback menu [Favorite] or [Print Set] settings will not be sent. ••Some images taken with a different camera may not be able to be sent. ••Images that have been modified or edited with a computer may not be able to be sent. When sending images to smartphone/tablet Preparations: Install the “Image App” in advance.
Wi-Fi Send Images Stored in the Camera Select a connection method ■■When you want to connect to the smartphone/tablet via a wireless access point (On your smartphone/tablet) On the setting menu of your smartphone/tablet, turn on the Wi-Fi function Select the wireless access point you want to connect to, and set Start “Image App” on your smartphone/tablet* (→197) (On the camera) Use cursor button to select [Via Network], and then press [MENU/SET] Select the method for connecting to a wireless ac
Wi-Fi Send Images Stored in the Camera Use cursor button to select [SINGLE] or [MULTI] and then press [MENU/SET] Select and send the images ■■[SINGLE] setting Use cursor button to select the picture Press [MENU/SET] ••Confirmation screen is displayed. If you select [Yes], the operation is executed. ■■[MULTI] setting Use cursor button to select the picture, and then press [DISP.] button to set (repeat) ••The setting is canceled when [DISP.] button is pressed again.
Wi-Fi Send Images Stored in the Camera When sending images to PC Preparations: ••Turn the computer on. ••Prepare folders for receiving images on the PC before sending a picture to the PC. (→217) ••If the standard settings are changed for the workgroup on the connected PC, you must change settings in [PC Connection] on this unit. (→251) Press [Wi-Fi] button Use cursor button to select [New Connection], and then press [MENU/SET] ••You can also select it by touch operations.
Wi-Fi Send Images Stored in the Camera Use cursor button to select [SINGLE] or [MULTI] and then press [MENU/SET] ••To change the setting or disconnect, press [Wi-Fi] button. (→196) Select and send the images ■■[SINGLE] setting Use cursor button to select the picture Press [MENU/SET] ••Confirmation screen is displayed. If you select [Yes], the operation is executed. ■■[MULTI] setting Use cursor button to select the picture, and then press [DISP.
Wi-Fi Send Images Stored in the Camera When sending images to [Cloud Sync. Service] Preparations: You need to register to “LUMIX CLUB” (→243) and configure the Cloud Sync. setting (→219) to send a picture to a Cloud Folder. Press [Wi-Fi] button Use cursor button to select [New Connection], and then press [MENU/SET] ••You can also select it by touch operations. Use cursor button to select [Send Images Stored in the Camera], and then press [MENU/SET] Use cursor button to select [Cloud Sync.
Wi-Fi Send Images Stored in the Camera Select and send the images ■■[SINGLE] setting Use cursor button to select the picture Press [MENU/SET] ••Confirmation screen is displayed. If you select [Yes], the operation is executed. ■■[MULTI] setting Use cursor button to select the picture, and then press [DISP.] button to set (repeat) ••The setting is canceled when [DISP.] button is pressed again. Press [MENU/SET] ••Confirmation screen is displayed. If you select [Yes], the operation is executed.
Wi-Fi Send Images Stored in the Camera When sending images to WEB Service Preparations: You need to register to “LUMIX CLUB” (→243) to send a picture to a WEB service. When sending images to WEB services, such as Facebook or YouTube, the WEB service being used must be registered with the “LUMIX CLUB”. Registering multiple WEB services will send images to all services simultaneously.
Wi-Fi Send Images Stored in the Camera Select and send the images ■■[SINGLE] setting Use cursor button to select the picture Press [MENU/SET] ••Confirmation screen is displayed. If you select [Yes], the operation is executed. ■■[MULTI] setting Use cursor button to select the picture, and then press [DISP.] button to set (repeat) ••The setting is canceled when [DISP.] button is pressed again. Press [MENU/SET] ••Confirmation screen is displayed. If you select [Yes], the operation is executed.
Wi-Fi Send Images Stored in the Camera When sending images to AV device Preparations: When sending a picture to [Home], set your device to DLNA waiting mode. ••Read the operating instructions of your device for details. When sending images to [External], the following are required: ••Registration to “LUMIX CLUB”. (→243) ••Address number and access number acquired by the destination External AV device.
Wi-Fi Send Images Stored in the Camera Use cursor button to select a device you want to connect, and then press [MENU/SET] ••When the connection is complete, the screen is displayed. To change the send setting, press [DISP.] button. (→214) Use cursor button to select [SINGLE] or [MULTI] and then press [MENU/SET] ••To change the setting or disconnect, press [Wi-Fi] button.
Wi-Fi Send Images Stored in the Camera When sending images to Printer You can print out recorded pictures wirelessly from a PictBridge (wireless LANcompatible)* printer. * Compliant with the DPS over IP standards. See the following website for information on the PictBridge (wireless LAN-compatible) printer. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/ (This site is available in English only.
Wi-Fi Connecting with a setting you used before (Connect from History) If you want to make a Wi-Fi connection with the setting you used before, you can select it from the history, and connect. ••The number of settings that can be saved in the history is limited. It is recommended that you save frequently used Wi-Fi connection settings in [Favorite Connection]. Press [Wi-Fi] button Use cursor button to select [History Connection] and press [MENU/SET] ••You can also select it by touch operations.
Wi-Fi Connect from Favorites You can register a frequently used connection method from your History. ••For details on how to register, (→236). Press [Wi-Fi] button Use cursor button to select [Favorite Connection] and press [MENU/SET] ••You can also select it by touch operations. Use cursor button to select the desired connection setting and press [MENU/SET] ••To display the connection detail, press [DISP.] button.
Wi-Fi Transferring pictures automatically [Smart Transfer] Transfer recorded images to a PC, an AV device or a Cloud Folder automatically. ••When [Auto Transfer] is set to [ON], the camera automatically uploads recorded pictures. For this reason pictures may be uploaded unintentionally if, for example, you share this unit with other people. Panasonic assumes no responsibility for any damages caused by uploaded images.
Wi-Fi Transferring pictures automatically [Smart Transfer] Setting [Smart Transfer] Select [Wi-Fi Setup] from the [Wi-Fi] menu and press [MENU/SET] Use cursor button to select [Smart Transfer] and press [MENU/SET] Use cursor button to select transfer destination and press [MENU/SET] Select the method for connecting to a wireless access point, and set ••For details (→205).
Wi-Fi Transferring pictures automatically [Smart Transfer] [Smart Transfer] Preparation: Set [Smart Transfer]. (→239) Turn off the camera (When using a power outlet) Connect the AC adaptor (supplied) and the camera using the USB connection cable (supplied), and plug the AC adaptor (supplied) into the electrical outlet (When using a PC) Connect the camera to a computer using the USB connection cable (supplied) ••[Smart Transfer] starts automatically according to the [Charge Priority] (→242) setting.
Wi-Fi Transferring pictures automatically [Smart Transfer] Changing transfer destination and settings of pictures Select [Wi-Fi Setup] from the [Wi-Fi] menu and press [MENU/SET] Use cursor button to select [Smart Transfer] and press [MENU/SET] Use cursor button to select [Set Destination] and press [MENU/SET] Use cursor button to select an item and press [MENU/SET] Item [Destination] Description Change the transfer destination [PC], [Cloud Sync.
Wi-Fi Transferring pictures automatically [Smart Transfer] ■■To change priority settings for charging and picture transfer [Charge Priority] Select [Wi-Fi Setup] from the [Wi-Fi] menu and press [MENU/SET] Use cursor button to select [Smart Transfer] and press [MENU/SET] Use cursor button to select [Charge Priority] and press [MENU/SET] Use cursor button to select an item and press [MENU/SET] Item Description [ON] Give priority to charging. Pictures are transferred after charging.
Wi-Fi Using “LUMIX CLUB” About the [LUMIX CLUB] Acquire a “LUMIX CLUB” login ID (free). If you register this unit to the “LUMIX CLUB”, you can synchronize images between the devices you are using, or transfer these images to WEB services. Use the “LUMIX CLUB” when uploading pictures to WEB services or external AV device. ••You can set the same “LUMIX CLUB” login ID for this unit and a smartphone/tablet. (→246) Refer to the “LUMIX CLUB” site for details. http://lumixclub.panasonic.
Wi-Fi Using “LUMIX CLUB” Use cursor button to select [New account], and press [MENU/SET] ••Connect to the network. Proceed to the next page by pressing [MENU/SET]. ••A confirmation screen will be displayed if a login ID has already been acquired for the camera. Select [Yes] to acquire a new login ID, or [No] if you do not need to acquire a new login ID. Select the method for connecting to a wireless access point, and set ••For details (→205).
Wi-Fi Using “LUMIX CLUB” Check or change the acquired login ID/password Preparation: To change the “LUMIX CLUB” password on the camera, access the “LUMIX CLUB” website from your smartphone/tablet or PC and change the “LUMIX CLUB” password in advance.
Wi-Fi Using “LUMIX CLUB” To set the same login ID for the camera and the smartphone/tablet Setting the same login ID on this unit and your smartphone/tablet is convenient for sending images on this unit to other devices or WEB services. ■■When either this unit or the smartphone/tablet has acquired the login ID Connect this unit to the smartphone/tablet (→198) From the “Image App” menu, set the common login ID ••The login IDs for this unit and the smartphone/tablet become the same.
Wi-Fi Using “LUMIX CLUB” Delete your login ID and account from the “LUMIX CLUB” Delete the login ID from the camera when transferring it to another party or disposing of it. You can also delete your “LUMIX CLUB” account. Select [Wi-Fi Setup] in the [Wi-Fi] menu Use cursor button to select [LUMIX CLUB], and press [MENU/SET] Use cursor button to select [Delete account], and press [MENU/SET] ••The message is displayed. Press [MENU/SET].
Wi-Fi Using “LUMIX CLUB” Using WEB services When sending images to WEB services, such as Facebook or YouTube, the WEB service being used must be registered with the “LUMIX CLUB”. Registering multiple WEB services will send images to all services simultaneously. ••Check the “FAQ/Contact us” on the following site for compatible WEB services. http://lumixclub.panasonic.
Wi-Fi Using “LUMIX CLUB” Configuring the external AV device settings Images can be sent to the AV device of relatives and acquaintances via “LUMIX CLUB”. ••See the following site for AV device that is compatible with “LUMIX CLUB”. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/ (This site is available in English only.) Preparation: Check the address number (16-digit number) and access number (4-digit number) of the destination AV device issued by “LUMIX CLUB”.
Wi-Fi Using “LUMIX CLUB” ■■Change or delete information on registered AV device Information on AV device that has already been saved can be changed or deleted. Select [Wi-Fi Setup] in the [Wi-Fi] menu Use cursor button to select [External AV device], and press [MENU/SET] Use cursor button to select the AV device you want to change or delete, and press [MENU/SET] Select [Edit] or [Delete], and press [MENU/SET] Item Description [Edit] Change information on AV device that has already been registered.
Wi-Fi How to Use the [Wi-Fi Setup] Menu Configure the settings required for the Wi-Fi function. [Wi-Fi Setup] cannot be changed when connected to Wi-Fi. (excluding [Network Address]) ••For details on how to select the [Setup] menu settings, refer to (→54). Select [Wi-Fi Setup] in the [Wi-Fi] menu Use cursor button to select item, and press [MENU/SET] Item Description [Smart Transfer] •• For details (→238). [LUMIX CLUB] Acquires or changes the “LUMIX CLUB” login ID. •• For details (→243).
Wi-Fi How to Use the [Wi-Fi Setup] Menu ••For details on how to select the [Setup] menu settings, refer to (→54). Item [Wi-Fi Password] To prevent incorrect operation or use of the Wi-Fi function by a third party and to protect saved personal information, it is recommended that you protect the Wi-Fi function with a password. Description Setting a password will automatically display the password input screen when the Wi-Fi function is used. [Setup]: Enter any 4-digit numbers as the password.
Connecting with other devices Viewing on TV screen You can view pictures on a TV screen by connecting your camera to your TV with the HDMI micro cable (optional) or AV cable (optional). ●●Also consult TV operating manual. Preparation: ••Set [TV Aspect] to connect your camera to a TV using the AV cable (optional) (→64). ••Turn off both camera and TV.
Connecting with other devices Viewing on TV screen ■■To connect with an HDMI micro cable (optional) ●●Always use a genuine Panasonic HDMI micro cable (optional). ●●Some of the playback functions cannot be performed. ●●The following menus cannot be used: [Setup], [Playback], [GPS] DMC-ZS30 , [Map] DMC-ZS30 , and [Wi-Fi]. ●●Bars may appear at the sides or at the top and bottom of the screen, depending on the aspect ratio setting. ●●Cables that do not comply with HDMI standards will not work.
Connecting with other devices Viewing on TV screen VIERA Link (HDMI) (HDAVI Control™) What is VIERA Link (HDMI)? ●●VIERA Link is a function that automatically links this camera to VIERA Linkcompatible devices by connecting HDMI micro cables (optional) for enabling easy operation with the VIERA remote control. (Some operations are not available.) ●●VIERA Link (HDMI) is an exclusive Panasonic function added to the industrystandard HDMI control functions known as HDMI CEC (Consumer Electronics Control).
Connecting with other devices Viewing on TV screen Preparation: Set [VIERA Link] to [ON] (→64). Connect the camera to a VIERA Link (HDMI)-compatible Panasonic television (VIERA) with an HDMI micro cable (optional) (→253) Turn on the camera and press the playback button ••By holding down the Playback button while the camera is turned off, you can turn the camera on in Playback Mode.
Connecting with other devices Viewing on TV screen Viewing 3D still pictures If you connect this camera to a 3D-capable TV, and play back still pictures that you recorded in 3D, you can enjoy impressive 3D still pictures on the TV. If a 3D-capable TV has an SD card slot, you can play back 3D still pictures that you recorded by inserting the card into the slot.
Connecting with other devices Viewing on TV screen ■■To switch the playback method for the still pictures recorded in 3D Select the picture recorded in 3D Select [2D/3D Settings] on the [Playback Mode] menu and then press [MENU/SET] (→132) ••Playback method will switch to 3D if it is playing back in 2D (conventional image), or it will switch to 2D if it is playing back in 3D. ••If you feel tired, uncomfortable or otherwise strange when playing back pictures recorded in 3D, set to 2D.
Connecting with other devices Keeping the still pictures and motion pictures in the recorder The methods for copying still and motion pictures recorded with this camera to other devices vary according to the file format (JPEG, MPO, AVCHD, MP4). Follow the correct method for your device. Copy by inserting the SD card into the recorder You can copy pictures using Panasonic equipment (such as Blu-ray disc recorders) with support for each file format.
Connecting with other devices Keeping the still pictures and motion pictures on your PC Still/motion pictures can be copied from the camera to your computer by connecting the two together. ••Some computers can read directly from the camera’s memory card. For details, see the manual for your computer. ••If your computer does not support SDXC Memory Cards a message will be displayed requesting you to format the card. (Do not format the card. This will erase recorded pictures.
Connecting with other devices Keeping the still pictures and motion pictures on your PC About supplied softwares The following softwares are provided on the disc (supplied). Install the software on your computer before using. ••To read the supplied DVD, use a DVD drive with single-sided dual layer support. DMC-ZS30 ■■PHOTOfunSTUDIO 9.
Connecting with other devices Keeping the still pictures and motion pictures on your PC ■■LUMIX Map Tool 1.1 DMC-ZS30 You can copy the map data recorded on the disc (supplied) to your card. If map data is copied to the card, you can display a detailed map with this unit. ••For information about using it (→179) ••Operating environment Supported OS Windows® XP (32-bit) SP3 Windows Vista® (32-bit) SP2 Windows® 7 (32-bit, 64-bit) and SP1 Windows® 8 (32-bit/64-bit) Mac® OS X v10.4, v10.5, v10.6, v10.
Connecting with other devices Keeping the still pictures and motion pictures on your PC Installing supplied software The software compatible with your PC will be installed. Preparation: ••Check your PC’s specifications and operating environment for each software. ••Before inserting disc (supplied), please terminate all other application programs that are running. ■■Windows: Insert the disc ••The installation menu runs.
Connecting with other devices Keeping the still pictures and motion pictures on your PC Copying still pictures and motion pictures Preparation: ••When importing pictures from the built-in memory, remove any memory cards. ••Install “PHOTOfunSTUDIO” on your computer before starting the copying procedure. (→263) ••Turn on the camera and computer. Check socket direction and insert straight in.
Connecting with other devices Keeping the still pictures and motion pictures on your PC ■■Copying to your computer without using “PHOTOfunSTUDIO” (except AVCHD motion pictures) You can save pictures to use on your computer by dragging and dropping folders and files into separate folders on your computer. DCIM (Still/motion pictures) 100_PANA (Up to 999 pictures/folder) ●●Windows Drives are displayed in “My Computer” or “Computer” folder. ●●Mac Drives are displayed on the desktop.
Connecting with other devices Keeping the still pictures and motion pictures on your PC ■■For PTP mode The camera can be connected to your computer even if [USB Mode] (→64) is set to [PictBridge(PTP)]. ••Only picture output can be performed. ••If you cannot connect to your PC in PTP mode, set [USB Mode] to [PC] and reconnect. ••It may not be possible to import if there are 1000 or more pictures on the card. ••Motion pictures or 3D still pictures cannot be read.
Connecting with other devices Printing You can connect directly to a PictBridge-compatible printer for printing. ••Some printers can print directly from the camera’s memory card. For details, see the manual for your printer. Preparation: ••When printing pictures from the built-in memory, remove any memory cards. ••Adjust the print quality or other settings on your printer, as needed. ••Turn on the camera and printer. Check the plug direction and insert it straight in.
Connecting with other devices Printing ●●Disconnect USB connection cable (supplied) after printing. ●●Turn off the camera before inserting or removing memory cards. ●●When the battery begins to run out during communication, a warning beep sounds. Cancel printing and disconnect USB connection cable (supplied). ●●Motion pictures cannot be printed.
Connecting with other devices Printing Printing multiple pictures Use cursor button to select [Multi Print] in step (→267) Use cursor button to select item and press [MENU/SET] ••[Multi Select]: croll between pictures with cursor button, select pictures S to print with the [DISP.] button. (Press [DISP.] button again to release selection.) Press [MENU/SET] when selection is complete. ••[Select All]: Print all pictures.
Connecting with other devices Printing Making print settings on the camera Setting options include the number of printed pictures and their size. Make settings before selecting [Print start]. Use cursor button to select the item and press [MENU/SET] Item Settings [Print with Date] [ON] / [OFF] [Num.of prints] Set number of pictures (up to 999 pictures) [Paper Size] When [Page Layout] is selected, the printer settings take priority.
Others Using the AC adaptor (optional) and DC coupler (optional) instead of the battery By using the AC adaptor (optional) and DC coupler (optional), you can record and play back without worrying about the remaining battery charge. The optional DC coupler can only be used with the designated Panasonic AC adaptor. Insert DC coupler instead of battery Open DC coupler cover ••If difficult to open, with the card/ battery door open, press the DC coupler cover from the inside to open it.
Others List of LCD monitor displays Screens shown here are only examples. The actual display may vary.
Others List of LCD monitor displays Custom Set (→105) Level Shot function (→128) DMC-ZS30 GPS reception icon (→160) DMC-ZS30 Updating GPS positioning (→160) DMC-ZS30 Release the touch AF/AE function (→33) Release AF Tracking (→38) Switch touch shutter ON/OFF (→32) Exposure Compensation (→80) Touch zoom (→71) AF Tracking (→38, 119) AF Assist Lamp (→123) Metering Mode (→121) ISO Sensitivity (→116) F4.
Others List of LCD monitor displays Current date/time World time (→113) Name* (→99) Age in years/months* (→99, 108) Place name information* (→165) DMC-ZS30 Changing the GPS place name (→165) DMC-ZS30 Destination settings* (→112) Travel elapsed days* (→112) Focus range (→78) Zoom (→70) * • The displaying is performed in the following priority order: location name information, travel destination, name ([Baby]/[Pet]), and name ([Face Recog.]).
Others List of LCD monitor displays Screens shown here are only examples. The actual display may vary.
Others List of LCD monitor displays Folder/File number (→45, 265) Picture number/Total pictures (→45) Recording date/time World time (→113) Name* (→99) Age in years/months* (→99) Place name information* (→165) DMC-ZS30 Print settings (→154) Title* (→146) With location information (→161) Destination settings* (→112) Travel elapsed days* (→112) With place name information (→161) DMC-ZS30 Acquiring information icon (→130) Monitor Luminance (→59) Recording Mode (→28) Flash Mode (→74) White Balance (→117
Others Message displays Meanings of and required responses to major messages displayed on LCD monitor. [This memory card cannot be used] ●●Not compatible with the camera. Use a compatible card. [Some pictures cannot be deleted] [This picture cannot be deleted] ●●Non-DCF pictures (→45) cannot be deleted. → Save needed data on a computer or other device, and then use [Format] on the camera.
Others Message displays [Memory card parameter error] ●●Card is not of SD standard. ●●When cards in capacities of 4 GB or more are used, only SDHC or SDXC Memory Cards are supported. [Read Error] / [Write Error] [Please check the card] ●●Data read has failed. → Check whether card has been inserted correctly (→22). ●●Data write has failed. → Turn off the camera and remove the card. Reinsert the card and turn the camera on again. ●●Card may possibly be damaged. ●●Try with a different card.
Others Message displays [Failed to connect wireless access point] / [Connection failed] / [No destination found] ●●Check following regarding the wireless access point. → The wireless access point information set on this unit is wrong. Check the authentication type, encryption type, and encryption key. (→206) → Power of the wireless access point is not turned on. → Setting of the wireless access point is not supported by this unit. ●●Check the network setting of the destination.
Others Message displays [Unavailable. Please set Login settings on LUMIX CLUB web site.] ●●Login to the “LUMIX CLUB” from your smartphone/tablet or PC, and set the login details of the destination WEB service. [Both picture and video sharing service cannot be selected together] ●●WEB services designed only for pictures, and WEB services designed only for motion pictures cannot be selected at the same time. Deselect one of the services. [Cannot get IP address.
Others Q&A Troubleshooting Try checking these items (→281 - 291) first. If the problem persists, performing [Reset] in the [Setup] menu may resolve the issue (→63). (Note that except for some items such as [Clock Set], all settings are returned to their values at the time of purchase.) Battery, power The charging lamp turns off before the battery is fully charged. ●●Charging is being performed in a place with extremely high or low temperature.
Others Q&A Troubleshooting GPS (continued) DMC-ZS30 Positioning takes time. ●●When using the camera for the first time or after not using it for a while, positioning may take several minutes. ●●Positioning usually takes less than two minutes, but because the positions of the GPS satellites change, it may take longer depending on the recording location and environment. → Positioning can be executed faster when you download GPS assist data to the camera using the “GPS Assist Tool”.
Others Q&A Troubleshooting Recording Cannot record pictures. ●●Built-in memory/card is full. → Free space by deleting unwanted pictures (→52). Recorded pictures look white. ●●Lens is dirty (fingerprints, etc.). → Turn the camera on to extract lens barrel, and clean lens surface with a soft, dry cloth. ●●Lens is foggy (→8). Recorded pictures are too bright/too dark. ●●Adjust the exposure (→80). ●●[Min. Shtr Speed] is set to fast speed. Check the setting (→122).
Others Q&A Troubleshooting Recording (continued) Reddish horizontal streaks appear on the LCD monitor during recording. ●●This is characteristic of MOS sensors which serve as the camera’s pickup sensors. It appears when the subject has a bright part. Some unevenness may occur in the surrounding areas, but this is not a malfunction. It is recorded in motion pictures but is not recorded on still pictures.
Others Q&A Troubleshooting Flash No flash emitted. ●●Flash set to [Forced Flash Off] (→74). ●●The flash becomes unavailable in the following cases : •• [Auto Bracket] [Flash Burst]) •• [Burst] (Excluding •• Scene Modes ([Scenery], [Night Scenery], [Handheld Night Shot], [HDR], [Sunset], [Starry Sky], [Glass Through], [High Speed Video], [3D Photo Mode]) •• [Creative Control] Mode •• [Panorama Shot] Mode Multiple flashes are emitted. ●●Red-eye reduction is active (→74).
Others Q&A Troubleshooting Playback (continued) Blacken red areas of recorded pictures. ●●When digital red-eye correction ( , ) is operating, if a subject is recorded that has skincolored areas with red areas inside, the digital red-eye correction function may blacken the red areas. → We recommend setting the flash to , or , or [Red-Eye Removal] to [OFF] before recording. Sounds of camera operations such as zoom will be recorded in motion pictures.
Others Q&A Troubleshooting About the Wi-Fi function (continued) It takes long time every time to connect to a smartphone/tablet. ●●It may take longer time to connect depending on the Wi-Fi connection setting of the smartphone/ tablet, but it is not a malfunction. This unit is not displayed in the Wi-Fi setting screen of the smartphone/tablet. It takes time to setup the connection. ●●Try switching the ON/OFF of the Wi-Fi function in the Wi-Fi settings of the smartphone/tablet.
Others Q&A Troubleshooting About the Wi-Fi function (continued) Your “LUMIX CLUB” login ID and password were deleted after sending the camera in to be repaired. ●●The settings stored in the camera may be deleted depending on the type of repair. → Always make a copy of important settings. There is an image that could not be transmitted. ●●Is the size of the image too large? → Divide the motion picture using [Video Divide] (→149). → Reduce the image size at [Size] (→214), and then send.
Others Q&A Troubleshooting TV, computer, printer No image appears on TV. Image blurred or not colored. ●●Not connected correctly (→253). ●●The television has not been switched to auxiliary input. TV screen display different to LCD monitor. ●●Aspect ratio may be incorrect or edges may be cut off with certain televisions. Cannot play motion pictures on TV. ●●Card is inserted into TV. → Connect with AV cable (optional) or HDMI micro cable (optional) and play on camera (→253).
Others Q&A Troubleshooting TV, computer, printer (continued) Computer does not recognize card (only reads built-in memory). ●●Disconnect USB connection cable (supplied) and reconnect with card in place. Computer does not recognize card. (When using an SDXC Memory Cards) → Check whether your computer is compatible with SDXC Memory Cards. http://panasonic.net/avc/sdcard/information/SDXC.html → A message prompting you to format the card may appear when you connect it. Do not format the card.
Others Q&A Troubleshooting Others Menu not displayed in desired language. ●●Change [Language] setting (→66). Camera rattles if shaken. ●●This sound is made by the lens movement and is not a fault. Red lamp illuminated when pressing shutter button halfway in dark locations. ●●[AF Assist Lamp] is set to [ON] (→123). AF Assist Lamp is not illuminated. ●●[AF Assist Lamp] is set to [OFF] (→123). ●●Not illuminated in bright locations. Camera is hot.
Others Usage cautions and notes When in use ●●Camera may become warm if used for long periods of time, but this is not a fault. ●●Keep this unit as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment (such as microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.). •• If you use this unit on top of or near a TV, the pictures and/or sound on this unit may be disrupted by electromagnetic wave radiation.
Others Usage cautions and notes When not using for a while ●●Turn off the camera before removing battery and card (ensure that battery is removed to prevent damage through over-discharge). ●●Do not leave in contact with rubber or plastic bags. ●●Store together with a drying agent (silica gel) if leaving in drawer, etc. Store batteries in cool (15 °C to 25 °C (59 °F to 77 °F)) places with low humidity (40%RH to 60%RH) and no major temperature changes.
Others Usage cautions and notes About charging the battery ●●The time required for charging varies depending on conditions of battery usage. Charging takes longer at high or low temperatures and when the battery has not been used in some time. ●●Battery will be warm during charging and for some time thereafter. ●●Battery will run out if not used for long periods of time, even after being charged. ●●Do not leave any metal items (such as clips) near the contact areas of the power plug.
Others Usage cautions and notes About 3D viewing ●●Anyone who is hypersensitive to light, suffers from heart disease or is otherwise unwell should avoid viewing 3D pictures. •• Viewing 3D pictures may have an adverse effect to the individual. ●●If you feel tired, uncomfortable or otherwise strange when viewing 3D pictures, stop viewing at once. •• Continuing to view may cause illness. •• After stopping viewing, please rest appropriately.
Others DMC-ZS30 Usage cautions and notes Important! Be sure to read the following before using the location names that are stored in this product. License Agreement for Place Name and Map Data Personal Use Only. You agree to use this Data together with this digital camera for the solely personal, non-commercial purposes for which you were licensed, and not for service bureau, time-sharing or other similar purposes.
Others DMC-ZS30 Usage cautions and notes No Warranty. This Data is provided to you “as is,” and you agree to use it at your own risk.
Others DMC-ZS30 Usage cautions and notes Export Control. Panasonic Corporation shall not export from anywhere any part of the Data or any direct product thereof except in compliance with, and with all licenses and approvals required under, applicable export laws, rules and regulations, including but not limited to the laws, rules and regulations administered by the Office of Foreign Assets Control of the U.S. Department of Commerce and the Bureau of Industry and Security of the U.S.
Others DMC-ZS30 Usage cautions and notes About Location Information, Place Name Information, and Maps About the geographical coordinate system The latitude and longitude standard (geographical coordinate system) recorded with this camera is WGS84.
Others DMC-ZS30 Usage cautions and notes Territory Notice Austria © Bundesamt für Eich- und Vermessungswesen Croatia © EuroGeographics Belgium (If using Traffic Codes for Belgium) Traffic Codes for Belgium are provided by the Ministerie van de Vlaamse Gemeenschap and the Ministèrie de l’Equipement et des Transports.
Others DMC-ZS30 Usage cautions and notes Territory Notice Australia (If using RDS-TMC Traffic Codes for Australia) Product incorporates traffic location codes which is © 2012 Telstra Corporation Limited and its licensors. Australia (If using Actual Address Range Content for Australia) Copyright. Based on data provided under license from PSMA Australia Limited (www.psma.com.au). Nepal Copyright © Survey Department, Government of Nepal.
Others DMC-ZS30 Usage cautions and notes ■■Landmark types Although approx. 1,000,000 landmarks are registered in the built-in memory, there are also some unregistered landmarks. (The registered information is current as of October 2012 and will not be updated.) ••It differs from that registered on our GPS-equipped models before 2011.
Others Usage cautions and notes ••HDMI, the HDMI Logo, and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries. ••HDAVI Control™ is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation. ••“AVCHD”, “AVCHD Progressive” and the “AVCHD Progressive” logo are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation. ••Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
Others Usage cautions and notes ••The Wi-Fi CERTIFIED Logo is a certification mark of the Wi-Fi Alliance. ••The Wi-Fi Protected Setup Mark is a mark of the Wi-Fi Alliance. ••“Wi-Fi”, “Wi-Fi Protected Setup”, “Wi-Fi Direct”, “WPA” and “WPA2” are marks or registered marks of the Wi-Fi Alliance. ••DLNA, the DLNA Logo and DLNA CERTIFIED are trademarks, service marks, or certification marks of the Digital Living Network Alliance. ••This product uses “DynaFont” from DynaComware Corporation.
Others Usage cautions and notes This product incorporates the following software: (1) the software developed independently by or for Panasonic Corporation, (2) the software owned by third party and licensed to Panasonic Corporation and/or, (3) open sourced software including the software developed by the OpenSSL Project for use in the OpenSSL Toolkit (http://www.openssl.org/), and the software written by Eric Young (eay@cryptsoft.com).
Others Usage cautions and notes This product includes software written by Tim Hudson (tjh@cryptsoft.com). Original SSLeay License Copyright (C) 1995-1998 Eric Young (eay@cryptsoft.com) All rights reserved. This package is an SSL implementation written by Eric Young (eay@cryptsoft.com). The implementation was written so as to conform with Netscapes SSL. This library is free for commercial and non-commercial use as long as the following conditions are adhered to.
Others Usage cautions and notes This product contains encryption software developed by Eric Young, and can be used under the following licencing conditions. Copyright (C) 1995-1998 Eric Young (eay@cryptsoft.com) All rights reserved. This package is an SSL implementation written by Eric Young (eay@cryptsoft.com). The implementation was written so as to conform with Netscapes SSL. This library is free for commercial and non-commercial use as long as the following conditions are adhered to.
Others Usage cautions and notes This product contains NetBSD software, and can be used under the following licencing conditions. Copyright (c) 1990 The Regents of the University of California. All rights reserved. This code is derived from software contributed to Berkeley by Chris Torek. Redistribution and use in source and binary forms, with or without modification, are permitted provided that the following conditions are met: 1.
Others Usage cautions and notes This product contains OpenSSL software developed by the OpenSSL Project, and can be used under the following licencing conditions. Copyright (c) 1999-2002 The OpenSSL Project. All rights reserved. Redistribution and use in source and binary forms, with or without modification, are permitted provided that the following conditions are met: 1. Redistributions of source code must retain the above copyright notice, this list of conditions and the following disclaimer. 2.
Others Usage cautions and notes This product contains encryption software developed by Eric Young, and can be used under the following licencing conditions. Copyright (C) 1995-1998 Eric Young (eay@cryptsoft.com) All rights reserved. This package is an SSL implementation written by Eric Young (eay@cryptsoft.com). The implementation was written so as to conform with Netscapes SSL. This library is free for commercial and non-commercial use as long as the following conditions are adhered to.
Others Usage cautions and notes This product contains NetBSD software, and can be used under the following licencing conditions. Copyright (c) 1990 The Regents of the University of California. All rights reserved. This code is derived from software contributed to Berkeley by Chris Torek. Redistribution and use in source and binary forms, with or without modification, are permitted provided that the following conditions are met: 1.
Others Usage cautions and notes This product contains NetBSD software, and can be used under the following licencing conditions. Copyright (c) 1989 The Regents of the University of California. All rights reserved. This code is derived from software contributed to Berkeley by Tom Truscott. Redistribution and use in source and binary forms, with or without modification, are permitted provided that the following conditions are met: 1.
Others Usage cautions and notes This product contains NetBSD software, and can be used under the following licencing conditions. Copyright (c) 1990, 1993 The Regents of the University of California. All rights reserved. This code is derived from software contributed to Berkeley by Chris Torek. Redistribution and use in source and binary forms, with or without modification, are permitted provided that the following conditions are met: 1.
Others Usage cautions and notes This product contains XML parser library, and can be used under the following licencing conditions.
