Operating Instructions for advanced features Digital Camera Model No. DMC-FZ35 Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely.
Contents Before Use Quick Guide ..............................................5 Standard Accessories ...............................7 Names of the Components .......................8 Attaching the Lens Cap/ Shoulder Strap ........................................11 Attaching the Lens Hood.........................13 Preparation Charging the Battery ...............................15 • About the Battery (charging/ number of recordable pictures).........
• [NIGHT PORTRAIT].........................94 Taking pictures that match the scene being recorded (Scene Mode).................95 • [PANORAMA ASSIST].....................96 • [PARTY] ...........................................97 • [CANDLE LIGHT].............................97 • [BABY1]/ [BABY2]............................98 • [PET] ................................................99 • [SUNSET] ........................................99 • [HIGH SENS.] ..................................99 • [HI-SPEED BURST]...
• Playing back on the TV with HDMI socket ...................................173 Saving the recorded still pictures and motion pictures......................................179 • Copy the playback image using an AV cable ....................................179 • Copying to a PC..............................180 Connecting to a PC ...............................180 Printing the Pictures ..............................184 • Selecting a single picture and printing it .........................................
Before Use Before Use Quick Guide This is an overview of how to record and play back pictures with the camera. For each step, be sure to refer to the pages indicated in brackets. plug-in type Charge the battery. (P15) • The battery is not charged when the camera is shipped. Charge the battery before use. 90° inlet type Insert the battery and the card. (P20) • When you do not use the card, you can record or play back pictures on the built-in memory. (P22) Refer to P23 when you use a card.
Before Use Play back the pictures. 1 Slide the [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch to [(]. 2 Select the picture you want to view.
Before Use Standard Accessories Check that all the accessories are included 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 Operating Instructions. • Battery Pack is indicated as battery pack or battery in the text. • Battery Charger is indicated as battery charger or charger in the text. • SD Memory Card and SDHC Memory Card are indicated as card in the text.
Before Use Names of the Components 1 2 3 Lens (P197) Flash (P64) Self-timer indicator (P73) AF assist lamp (P146) 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Flash open button (P64) Diopter adjustment dial (P61) Viewfinder (P60, 193) Speaker (P156) Motion picture button (P42, 108) [AF/AE LOCK] button (P45, 138, 141) Joystick (P29, 51, 75, 80, 81, 83, 115) 1 4 5 2 3 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 The joystick is operated in two different ways: it can be moved in the up, down, left and right directions to perform an operation
Before Use 11 12 13 14 15 [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch (P26) LCD monitor (P60, 193) [EVF/LCD] button (P60) [DISPLAY] button (P60) Delete button (P58)/ Single or Burst Mode button (P78) 16 [MENU/SET] button (P24) 17 Cursor buttons 2/ Self-timer button (P73) 4/ Function button (P31) Assign [REC] Mode menu to 4 button. It is convenient to register [REC] Mode menu that is used often. [REVIEW]/[SENSITIVITY]/[WHITE BALANCE]/[METERING MODE]/[AF MODE]/ [I.
Before Use 26 Shoulder strap eyelet (P12) • Be sure to attach the shoulder strap when 26 using the camera to ensure that you will not drop it. 27 [HDMI] socket (P174, 176) 28 [DC IN] socket • This is used to connect an AC adaptor 27 28 29 (optional). • Always use a genuine Panasonic AC adaptor (optional). • This camera cannot charge the battery even when the AC adaptor (optional) is connected to it.
Before Use Attaching the Lens Cap/Shoulder Strap ∫ Lens Cap • When you turn the camera off, carry the camera or play back the pictures, attach the lens cap to protect the surface of the lens. Pass the string through the hole on the lens cap. Pass the same string through the hole on the camera. Attach the lens cap. • Detach the lens cap before turning on the camera in the Recording Mode. • Do not hang or swing around this unit with the lens cap string attached. • Be careful not to lose the lens cap.
Before Use ∫ Shoulder Strap • We recommend attaching the shoulder strap when using the camera to prevent it from dropping. Pass the shoulder strap through the hole at the shoulder strap eyelet. Pass the shoulder strap through the stopper and fasten the shoulder strap. A Pull the shoulder strap 2 cm (0.07 feet) or more. • Attach the shoulder strap to the other side of the camera being careful not to twist it. • Check that the shoulder strap is firmly attached to the camera.
Before Use Attaching the Lens Hood In bright sunlight or backlight, the lens hood will minimize lens flare and ghosting. The lens hood cuts off excess lighting and improves the picture quality. • Check that the camera is turned off. • Close the flash. Securely attach the hood adaptor so that it is all the way into the lens barrel. • Do not tighten the hood adaptor too much. • When attaching the hood adaptor, take extra care not to cross-thread.
Before Use ∫ Removing the hood adaptor • Grasp the base of the hood adaptor to remove it. Note • You cannot attach the lens hood the opposite way. • When taking pictures with flash with the lens hood attached, the lower portion of the photo may turn dark (vignetting effect) and the control of the flash may be disabled because the photo flash may be obscured by the lens hood. We recommend detaching the lens hood. • When using the AF assist lamp in the dark, detach the lens hood.
Preparation Preparation Charging the Battery ∫ About batteries that you can use with this unit It has been found that counterfeit battery packs which look very similar to the genuine product are made available to purchase in some markets. Some of these battery packs are not adequately protected with internal protection to meet the requirements of appropriate safety standards. There is a possibility that these battery packs may lead to fire or explosion.
Preparation plug-in type Connect the charger to the electrical outlet. • The AC cable does not fit entirely into the AC input terminal. A gap will remain as shown on the right. • Charging starts when the [CHARGE] indicator A lights green. • Charging is complete when the [CHARGE] indicator A turns off. 90° inlet type Detach the battery after charging is completed.
Preparation ∫ Charging Charging time Approx. 120 min • The indicated charging time is for when the battery has been discharged completely. The charging time may vary depending on how the battery has been used. The charging time for the battery in hot/cold environments or a battery that has not been used for long time may be longer than normal. When the charging has been completed successfully, the [CHARGE] indicator turns off.
Preparation About the Battery Life ∫ Recording still pictures (When using the LCD monitor/Viewfinder) Number of recordable pictures Approx. 470 pictures Recording time Approx. 235 min (By CIPA standard in Program AE Mode) Recording conditions by CIPA standard • CIPA is an abbreviation of [Camera & Imaging Products Association]. • Temperature: 23 oC (73.4 oF)/Humidity: 50% when LCD monitor is on.¢ • Using a Panasonic SD Memory Card (32 MB). • Using the supplied battery.
Preparation ∫ Recording motion pictures (When using the LCD monitor/Viewfinder) [AVCHD Lite] [MOTION JPEG] (Recording with picture quality (Recording with picture quality set to [SH]([ ])) set to [HD]([ ])) Continuous recordable time (motion pictures) Approx. 150 min Approx. 150 min¢ Actual recordable time (motion pictures) Approx. 80 min Approx. 80 min¢ • These are standard times taken at a temperature of 23 oC (73.4 oF) and a humidity of 50%.
Preparation Inserting and Removing the Card (optional)/the Battery • Check that this unit is turned off. • Close the flash. • We recommend using a Panasonic card. Slide the card/battery door to open it. • Always use genuine Panasonic batteries. • If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product. Battery: Insert until it is locked by the lever A being careful about the direction you insert it. Pull the lever A in the direction of the arrow to remove the battery.
Preparation 1:Close the card/battery door. 2:Slide the card/battery door to the end and then close it firmly. • If the card/battery door cannot be completely closed, remove the card, check its direction and then insert it again. Note • Remove the battery after use. • Do not remove the battery while the power is on as the settings on the camera may not be stored properly. • The supplied battery is designed only for the camera. Do not use it with any other equipment.
Preparation About the Built-in Memory/the Card The following operations can be performed using this unit. • When a card has not been inserted: Pictures can be recorded in the built-in memory and played back. • When a card has been inserted: Pictures can be recorded on the card and played back. • When using the built-in memory k>ð (access indication ¢) • When using the card † (access indication ¢) ¢ The access indication lights red when pictures are being recorded on the built-in memory (or the card).
Preparation Card The following types of cards can be used with this unit. (These cards are indicated as card in the text.
Preparation Setting Date/Time (Clock Set) • The clock is not set when the camera is shipped. Turn the camera on. A [MENU/SET] button B Cursor buttons • If the language select screen is not displayed, proceed to step 4. Press [MENU/SET]. Press 3/4 to select the language, and press [MENU/SET]. • The [PLEASE SET THE CLOCK] message appears. (This message does not appear in [PLAYBACK] Mode.) Press [MENU/SET].
Preparation Press 2/1 to select the items (year, month, day, hour, minute, display sequence or time display format), and press 3/4 to set. : : A: Time at the home area B: Time at the travel destination (P127) ‚: Cancel without setting the clock. • Select either [24HRS] or [AM/PM] for the time display format. • AM/PM is displayed when [AM/PM] is selected. • When [AM/PM] is selected as the time display format, midnight is displayed as AM 12:00 and noon is displayed as PM 12:00.
Preparation Setting the Menu This camera offers menu selections that allow you to customize its operation to maximize your picture taking experience. In particular, the [SETUP] menu contains some important settings relating to the camera’s clock and power. Check the settings of this menu before proceeding to use the camera.
Preparation Note Due to the camera’s specifications, it may not be possible to set some of the functions or some functions may not work in some of the conditions under which the camera is used. Setting menu items This section describes how to select the Program AE Mode settings, and the same setting can be used for the [PLAYBACK] menu and [SETUP] menu as well. Example: Setting [AF MODE] from [Ø] to [š] in the Program AE Mode • 3/4/2/1 in the steps can be operated with the joystick too.
Preparation Switching to the [SETUP] menu 1 Press 2. 2 Press 4 to select the [SETUP] menu icon [ ]. 3 Press 1. • Select a menu item next and set it. Press 3/4 to select [AF MODE]. • Select the item at the very bottom, and press 4 to move to the second screen. Press 1. • Depending on the item, its setting may not appear or it may be displayed in a different way. Press 3/4 to select [š]. Press [MENU/SET] to set. Press [MENU/SET] to close the menu.
Preparation Using the quick menu By using the quick menu, some of the menu settings can be easily found. • Some of the menu items cannot be set by the modes. Press and hold down the joystick in Recording Mode until the [Q.MENU] is displayed. Press 3/4/2/1 to select the menu item and the setting and then press [MENU/SET] to close the menu. A The items to be set and the settings are displayed. • You can set the following items in detail by pressing [DISPLAY].
Preparation Perform these settings if you need to. About the Setup Menu [CLOCK SET], [ECONOMY] and [AUTO REVIEW] are important items. Check their settings before using them. • In the Intelligent Auto Mode, only [CLOCK SET], [WORLD TIME], [BEEP], [LANGUAGE] and [STABILIZER DEMO.] (P38) can be set. For details on how to select the [SETUP] menu settings, refer to P27. U [CLOCK SET] Setting Date/Time. • Refer to P24 for details. Set the time in your home area and travel destination.
Preparation u [VOLUME] Adjust the volume of the speaker to any of 7 levels. • When you connect the camera to a TV, the volume of the TV speakers does not change. [CUST. SET MEM.] Up to 3 current camera settings can be registered as custom settings. (Recording Mode only) • Refer to P88 for details. \ Assign [REC] Mode menu to 4 button. It is convenient to register [REC] Mode menu that is used often. [Fn BUTTON SET] [REVIEW]/[SENSITIVITY]/[WHITE BALANCE]/ [METERING MODE]/[AF MODE]/[I.
Preparation [DISPLAY SIZE] [GUIDE LINE] Change the display size of some icons and menu screens. [STANDARD]/[LARGE] Set the pattern of the guide lines displayed when taking pictures. You can also set whether or not to have the recording information displayed when the guide lines are displayed. (P60) [REC. INFO.]: [OFF]/[ON] • The [PATTERN] setting is fixed to [ [HISTOGRAM] [PATTERN]: [ ]/[ ] ] in the Intelligent auto mode. This allows you to set either to display or not display the histogram.
Preparation In Manual Focus, the assistance screen appears on the center of the screen to facilitate focusing on the subject. [OFF] [MF ASSIST] [MF1]: The center of the screen is enlarged. [MF2]: The center of the screen is enlarged over the whole screen. • Refer to P83 for details. You can conserve the battery life by setting these menus. Also, it will turn off the LCD monitor automatically when not in use to prevent discharge of the battery.
Preparation [PLAY ON LCD] If you selected the Viewfinder in a Recording Mode, the display will automatically switch to the LCD monitor when reviewing or playing back the pictures. [OFF]/[ON] • Refer to P62 for details. Set the length of time that the picture is displayed after taking it. o [AUTO REVIEW] [OFF] [1SEC.] [2SEC.] [HOLD]: The pictures are displayed until one any of the buttons is pressed. [ZOOM]: The picture is displayed for 1 second and then enlarged 4k and displayed for 1 more second.
Preparation w [RESET] The [REC] or [SETUP] menu settings are reset to the initial settings. • When the [RESET] setting is selected during recording, the operation that resets the lens is also performed at the same time. You will hear the sound of the lens operating but this is normal and not indicative of malfunctioning. • When the [REC] Mode settings are reset, data registered with [FACE RECOG.] will be also reset, too. • When [SETUP] menu settings are reset, the following settings are also reset.
Preparation [TV ASPECT] Set to match the type of TV. (Playback Mode only) [W]: When connecting to a 16:9 screen TV. [X]: When connecting to a 4:3 screen TV. • This will work when the AV cable is connected. Set the format for the HDMI output when playing back on the HDMI compatible high definition TV connected with this unit using the HDMI mini cable (optional). [HDMI MODE] [AUTO]: The output resolution is automatically set based on the information from the connected TV.
Preparation Setup so this unit can be controlled by the remote control of the VIERA by automatically coupling this unit with the VIERA Link compatible equipment using HDMI mini cable (optional). [VIERA Link] [OFF]: Operation is performed with the buttons on this unit. [ON]: Remote control operation of the VIERA Link compatible equipment is enabled. (Not all operations are possible) Button operation of the main unit will be limited. • This will work when the HDMI mini cable (optional) is connected.
Preparation ~ [LANGUAGE] Set the language displayed on the screen. • If you set a different language by mistake, select [~] from the menu icons to set the desired language. Displays the amount of jitter the camera has detected ([STABILIZER DEMO.]) The camera’s features are displayed as slide shows. ([AUTO DEMO]) [STABILIZER DEMO.
Basic Mode switching Basic Selecting the [REC] mode, and recording still pictures or motion pictures Turn the camera on. A [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch • The power lamp 2 lights when you turn this unit on 1. Slide the [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch to [!]. ST - 39 - CU Align a desired mode with part B. • Rotate the mode dial slowly and surely to adjust to each mode. (The mode dial rotates 360 o) M Switching the mode by rotating the mode dial.
Basic ∫ Basic Intelligent auto mode (P43) The subjects are recorded using settings automatically selected by the camera. Program AE mode (P48) The subjects are recorded using your own settings. ∫ Advanced Aperture-priority AE mode (P80) The shutter speed is automatically determined by the aperture value you set. Shutter-priority AE mode (P80) The aperture value is automatically determined by the shutter speed you set.
Basic ∫ Advanced Scene Mode Portrait mode (P91) Use this mode to take pictures of people. Scenery mode (P92) Use this mode to take pictures of scenery. Sports mode (P92) Use this mode to take pictures of sporting events, etc. Close-up mode (P93) Use this mode to take pictures of a close-by subject. Night portrait mode (P94) Use this mode to take pictures of night scenes and people against night time scenery.
Basic A Shutter button B Motion picture button Taking the still picture Press the shutter button halfway to focus. Press the shutter button fully (push it in further), and take the picture. ∫ For more details, refer to the explanation of each recording mode. Recording the motion picture Press the motion picture button to start the recording. Press the motion picture button again to stop the recording.
Basic [REC] Mode: ñ Taking pictures using the automatic function (Intelligent Auto Mode) The camera will set the most appropriate settings to match the subject and the recording conditions so we recommend this mode for beginners or those who want to leave the settings to the camera and take pictures easily. • The following functions are activated automatically. – Scene detection/[STABILIZER]/[INTELLIGENT ISO]/Face detection/ [QUICK AF]/ [I.
Basic Scene detection When the camera identifies the optimum scene, the icon of the scene concerned is displayed in blue for 2 seconds, after which its color changes to the usual red. ¦ > [i-PORTRAIT] [i-SCENERY] [i-MACRO] [i-NIGHT PORTRAIT] • Only when [‡] is selected [i-NIGHT SCENERY] [i-BABY]¢ • [¦] is set if none of the scenes are applicable, and the standard settings are set.
Basic AF Tracking Function It is possible to set the focus to the specified subject. Focus will keep following the subject automatically even if it moves. 1 Press [FOCUS]. • [ ] is displayed in the upper left of the screen. • AF Tracking frame is displayed in the center of the screen. • Press [FOCUS] again to cancel. 2 Bring the subject to the AF tracking frame, and press [AF/AE LOCK] to lock the subject. • AF tracking frame will turn yellow.
Basic Settings in Intelligent Auto Mode • Only the following functions can be set in this mode. [REC] Mode menu – [PICTURE SIZE]¢1 (P129)/[COLOR EFFECT]¢1 (P144)/[FACE RECOG.] (P117) ¢1 The settings which can be selected are different from when other [REC] Modes are used. [MOTION PICTURE] Mode menu – [REC MODE] (P112)/[REC QUALITY]¢2 (P112) ¢2 The settings which can be selected are different from when other [REC] Modes are used. [SETUP] menu – [CLOCK SET]/[WORLD TIME]/[BEEP]/[LANGUAGE]/[STABILIZER DEMO.
Basic ¢3 Fix to [MODE 1] during motion picture recording • The following functions cannot be used. – [AUTO LCD OFF]/Auto Bracket/Color Bracket/Flash output adjustment/ White balance fine adjustment/[AF/AE LOCK]/[MIN. SHTR SPEED]/[DIGITAL ZOOM]/[PICT. ADJ.]/ [HISTOGRAM]/Out of frame display • [CONVERSION] on the [REC] Mode menu and the other items on the [SETUP] menu can be set in a mode such as the Program AE Mode. What is set will be reflected in the Intelligent Auto Mode.
Basic [REC] Mode: ³ Taking pictures with your favorite settings (Program AE Mode) The camera automatically sets the shutter speed and the aperture value according to the brightness of the subject. You can take pictures with greater freedom by changing various settings in [REC] menu. CU ST M Slide the [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch to [!]. A Mode dial B [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch Set the mode dial to [ ].
Basic Focusing Aim the AF area at the subject, and then press the shutter button halfway.
Basic Preventing jitter (camera shake) When the jitter alert [ ] appears, use [STABILIZER] (P145), a tripod or the self-timer (P73). • Shutter speed will be slower particularly in the following cases. Keep the camera still from the moment the shutter button is pressed until the picture appears on the screen. We recommend using a tripod. – Slow sync.
Basic Program shift In Program AE Mode, you can change the preset aperture value and shutter speed without changing the exposure. This is called program shift. You can make the background more blurred by decreasing the aperture value or record a moving subject more dynamically by slowing the shutter speed when taking a picture in Program AE Mode.
Basic [REC] Mode: Taking Pictures with the Zoom Using the Optical Zoom/Using the Extended Optical zoom (EZ)/Using the Digital Zoom You can zoom-in to make people and objects appear closer or zoom-out to record landscapes in wide angle. To make subjects appear even closer [maximum of 35.2k], do not set the picture size to the highest setting for each aspect ratio (X/Y/W). Even higher levels of magnification are possible when [DIGITAL ZOOM] is set to [ON] in [REC] menu.
Basic ∫ Types of zooms Feature Optical zoom Extended optical zoom (EZ) Maximum magnification 18k 35.2k¢ No deterioration No deterioration Picture quality Conditions 72k [including optical zoom 18k] 140k [including extended optical zoom 35.2k] The higher the magnification level, the greater the deterioration. [DIGITAL ZOOM] (P143) on the [REC] menu is set to [ON]. [PICTURE SIZE] with (P129) is selected. None Digital zoom B Screen display W T W T A A [ ] is displayed.
Basic ∫ Extended optical zoom mechanism When you set the picture size to [ ] (3 million pixels), the 12M (12.1 million pixels) CCD area is cropped to the center 3M (3 million pixels) area, allowing a picture with a higher zoom effect. Note • The digital zoom cannot be set when õ has been selected. • The indicated zoom magnification is an approximation. • “EZ” is an abbreviation of “Extended optical Zoom”. • The optical zoom is set to Wide (1k) when the camera is turned on.
Basic [PLAYBACK] Mode: ¸ Playing back Pictures ([NORMAL PLAY]) Slide the [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch A to [(]. • Normal playback is set automatically in the following cases. – When the mode was switched from the [REC] to [PLAYBACK]. – When the camera was turned on while the [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch was at [(]. Press 2/1 to select the picture.
Basic Confirm the picture in [REC] Mode (Review) You can confirm the picture in [REC] Mode. You can also move between pictures using 2/1, use zoom playback (P56), or delete pictures (P58). 1 Select the [Fn BUTTON SET] on the [SETUP] menu, and then press 1. 2 Press 3/4 to select [REVIEW] and then press [MENU/SET] to set. • You can review by pressing 4 in [REC] Mode if it is set. Displaying Multiple Screens (Multi Playback) Rotate the zoom lever towards [L] (W).
Basic Note • This camera complies with the DCF standard “Design rule for Camera File system” established by JEITA “Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association” and with Exif “Exchangeable Image File Format”. Files which do not comply with the DCF standard cannot be played back. • The lens barrel retracts about 15 seconds after switching from [REC] Mode to [PLAYBACK] Mode. • You can also delete the recording information etc.
Basic [PLAYBACK] Mode: ¸ Deleting Pictures Once deleted, pictures cannot be recovered. • Pictures on the built-in memory or the card, which is being played back will be deleted. To delete a single picture Select the picture to be deleted, and then press [‚]. A [DISPLAY] button B [‚] button Press 2 to select [YES] and then press [MENU/SET].
Basic To delete multiple pictures (up to 50) or all the pictures Press [‚]. Press 3/4 to select [DELETE MULTI] or [DELETE ALL] and then press [MENU/SET]. • [DELETE ALL] > step 5. Press 3/4/2/1 to select the picture, and then press [DISPLAY] to set. (Repeat this step.) •[ ] appears on the selected pictures. If [DISPLAY] is pressed again, the setting is canceled. Press [MENU/SET]. Press 3 to select [YES] and then press [MENU/SET] to set.
Advanced (Recording pictures) Advanced (Recording pictures) About the LCD Monitor/Viewfinder ∫ Switching the LCD monitor/Viewfinder Press [EVF/LCD] to switch the monitor screen. A Viewfinder B [EVF/LCD] button C LCD monitor • When the LCD monitor turns on, the Viewfinder turns off D (and vice versa). C ∫ Selecting the screen to be used Press [DISPLAY] to change. D [DISPLAY] button • When the menu screen appears, the [DISPLAY] button is not activated.
Advanced (Recording pictures) In Playback Mode J Normal display K Display with recording information¢1 L No display 1/5 1/5 ¢1 If the [HISTOGRAM] in [SETUP] menu is set to [ON], histogram will be displayed. ¢2 It will switch between available recording time and number of recordable pictures. ¢3 Set the pattern of the guidelines displayed by setting [GUIDE LINE] in [SETUP] menu. You can also set whether or not to have the recording information displayed when the guidelines are displayed.
Advanced (Recording pictures) ∫ Monitor priority When [PLAY ON LCD] is set to [ON] on the [SETUP] menu (P34), the LCD monitor is turned on in the following cases. You can save the time it would take to switch the display to the LCD monitor even when using the Viewfinder to record. • When switching from Recording Mode to Playback Mode. • When reviewing pictures. • When turning the camera on in Playback Mode.
Advanced (Recording pictures) ∫ About the Histogram A histogram is a graph that displays brightness along the horizontal axis (black to white) and the number of pixels at each brightness level on the vertical axis. It allows you to easily check a picture’s exposure. Examples of histogram 1 Properly Exposed 2 Under Exposed 3 Overexposed ¢ Histogram 1/5 10:00 DEC .1.2009 1/5 10:00 DEC .1.2009 1/5 10:00 DEC .1.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [REC] Mode: Taking Pictures using the Built-in Flash A To open the flash Press the flash open button. B To close the flash Press the flash until it clicks. • Be sure to close the flash when not in use. • The flash setting is fixed to [Œ] while the flash is closed. Switching to the appropriate flash setting Set the flash to match the recording. • Open the flash. Press 1 [‰]. Press 3/4 to select a mode. • You can also press 1 [‰] to select.
Advanced (Recording pictures) Item ‡: AUTO : AUTO/Red-eye reduction¢ ‰: Forced flash ON : Forced ON/Red-eye reduction¢ : Slow sync./Red-eye reduction¢ Œ: Forced flash OFF Description of settings The flash is automatically activated when the recording conditions make it necessary. The flash is automatically activated when the recording conditions make it necessary.
Advanced (Recording pictures) ∫ Available flash settings by Recording Mode The available flash settings depend on the Recording Mode.
Advanced (Recording pictures) ∫ The available flash range to take pictures • The available flash range is an approximation. Available flash range ISO sensitivity Wide Tele AUTO 30 cm (0.99 feet) to 8.5 m (27.9 feet)¢ 1.0 m (3.28 feet) to 5.4 m (17.7 feet)¢ ISO80 30 cm (0.99 feet) to 2.7 m (8.85 feet) 1.0 m (3.28 feet) to 1.7 m (5.58 feet) ISO100 30 cm (0.99 feet) to 3.0 m (9.84 feet) 1.0 m (3.28 feet) to 1.9 m (6.23 feet) ISO200 40 cm (1.32 feet) to 4.2 m (13.8 feet) 1.0 m (3.28 feet) to 2.
Advanced (Recording pictures) ∫ Shutter speed for each flash setting Flash setting Shutter speed (Sec.) Flash setting Shutter speed (Sec.) ‡ 1/30¢1 to 1/2000th 1¢1 to 1/2000th ‰ Œ ¢1 It may vary depending on the [MIN. SHTR SPEED] setting (P143). • Refer to P82 for details about the Aperture-priority AE, Shutter-priority AE, and Manual exposure. • In Intelligent Auto Mode, shutter speed changes depending on the identified scene.
Advanced (Recording pictures) Note • Do not bring the flash too close to objects or close the flash while it is activated. The objects may be discolored by its heat or lighting. • Do not close the flash soon after the flash is activated prior to taking pictures due to AUTO/ Red-eye reduction etc. It causes a malfunction. • When you take a picture beyond the available flash range, the exposure may not be adjusted properly and the picture may become bright or dark.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [REC] Mode: Taking Close-up Pictures Press and hold [AF/AF#/MF] until the focus switching screen appears. Press 3/4 to select [AF MACRO] or [MACRO ZOOM]. Press [MENU/SET]. • You can also press the shutter button halfway to finish. • The menu screen disappears after about 5 seconds. At this time, the selected item is automatically set. Press the shutter button halfway to focus and then press it fully to take the picture.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [AF MACRO] This mode allows you to take close-up pictures of a subject, e.g. when taking pictures of flowers. You can take pictures of a subject as close as 1 cm (0.04 feet) from the lens by rotating the zoom lever upmost to Wide (1k). As you rotate the zoom lever towards Tele, the distance at which you can take close-up pictures changes in steps. The maximum distance for close-up pictures is 2 m (6.57 feet) (4k-10k). ∫ Focus range ¢ The focus range changes in steps. 1 cm (0.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [MACRO ZOOM] You can take a picture with the digital zoom up to 3k while maintaining the distance to the subject for the extreme Wide position [1 cm (0.04 feet)]. A Recording distance range B Zoom range • Recording distance range will be 1 cm (0.04 feet) to ¶ during Macro Zoom Mode regardless of the zoom position. • Zoom range will be displayed in blue. (digital zoom range) • The image quality is poorer than during normal recording.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [REC] Mode: Taking Pictures with the Self-timer Press 2 [ë]. Press 3/4 to select a mode. • You can also press 2 [ë] to select. • If you set [10S/3PICTURES], after 10 seconds the camera takes 3 pictures at about 2 second intervals. Press [MENU/SET]. • You can also press the shutter button halfway to finish. • The menu screen disappears after about 5 seconds. At this time, the selected item is automatically set.
Advanced (Recording pictures) Note • When using a tripod etc., setting the self-timer to 2 seconds is a convenient way to avoid the jitter caused by pressing the shutter button. • When you press the shutter button once fully, the subject is automatically focused just before recording. In dark places, the self-timer indicator will blink and then may turn on brightly operating as an AF assist lamp (P146) to allow the camera to focus on the subject.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [REC] Mode: Compensating the Exposure Use this function when you cannot achieve appropriate exposure due to the difference in brightness between the subject and the background. Look at the following examples. Under exposed Properly exposed Compensate the exposure towards positive. Overexposed Compensate the exposure towards negative. Press 3 [È] until [EXPOSURE] appears, compensate the exposure with 2/1. • Select [0 EV] to return to the original exposure.
Advanced (Recording pictures) Taking Pictures using Auto Bracket/ Color Bracket Auto Bracket [REC] Mode: In this mode, 3 pictures are automatically recorded in the selected exposure compensation range each time the shutter button is pressed. You can select the picture with the desired exposure from the 3 pictures with different exposures.
Advanced (Recording pictures) Color Bracket [REC] Mode: In this mode, up to 3 pictures in black & white, standard, or sepia in the selected modes are automatically recorded each time the shutter button is pressed. Press 3 [È] several times to display [AUTO BRACKET]. Press [DISPLAY] to display [COLOR BRACKET]. • It is switched between Auto Bracket and Color Bracket every time [DISPLAY] is pressed. Press 2/1 to select the mode.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [REC] Mode: Taking Pictures using Burst Mode Pictures are taken continuously while the shutter button is pressed. Select the ones you really like from among the pictures you have taken. Press [˜/‚] to display the Burst Mode selection menu, and then press 3/4 to select the Burst Mode. A [˜/‚] button A Press [MENU/SET]. • You can also press the shutter button halfway to finish. • The menu screen disappears after about 5 seconds.
Advanced (Recording pictures) Note • Focus, exposure and white balance are fixed to the settings used for the first picture. • When the self-timer is used, the number of recordable pictures in Burst Mode is fixed to 3. • If you are following a moving subject while taking pictures in a place (landscape) indoors, outdoors etc. where there is a large difference between the light and shade, it may take time until the exposure is stable. If burst is used at this time, the exposure may not become optimal.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [REC] Mode: Taking pictures by specifying the aperture / shutter speed Aperture-priority AE Set the aperture value to a higher number when you want a sharp focus background. Set the aperture value to a lower number when you want a soft focus background. Set the [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch to [!], and then set the mode dial to [ ]. Tilt the joystick towards 3/4 to set the aperture value. Take a picture.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [REC] Mode: Taking a picture by setting the exposure manually Determine the exposure by manually setting the aperture value and the shutter speed. Set the [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch to [!], and then set the mode dial to [ ]. • The Manual Exposure Assistance A appears for about 10 seconds. Tilt the joystick towards 3/4/2/1 to set the aperture value and the shutter speed. B Aperture Value C Shutter Speed • Focus can be set manually when [MF] is displaying.
Advanced (Recording pictures) Aperture Value and Shutter Speed Aperture-priority AE Available Aperture Value (Per 1/3 EV) Shutter Speed (Sec) F8.0 8 to 1/2000 F7.1 F6.3 F5.6 8 to 1/1600 F5.0 F4.5 F4.0 8 to 1/1300 F3.6 F3.2 F2.8 8 to 1/1000 Shutter-priority AE Available Shutter Speed (Sec) (Per 1/3 EV) Aperture Value 8 6 5 4 2.5 2 1.6 1.3 3.2 1 1/1.3 1/1.6 1/2 1/2.5 1/3.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [REC] Mode: Taking Pictures with Manual Focus Use this function when you want to fix the focus or when the distance between the lens and the subject is determined and you do not want to activate Auto Focus. Press and hold [AF/AF#/MF] until the focus switching screen appears. ft. ∞ 6.6 Press 3/4 to select [MF] and then press [MENU/SET]. 3.3 • [MF] is displayed while in Manual Focus Mode. Tilt the joystick towards 3/4 to focus on the subject. ft. ∞ 6.
Advanced (Recording pictures) MF ASSIST If you tilt the joystick towards 3/4 when [MF ASSIST] is set to [MF1] or [MF2], MF assistance is activated and the screen is enlarged. This allows you to focus on the subject more easily. Select [MF ASSIST] on the [SETUP] menu. (P27) Press 3/4 to select [MF1] or [MF2] and then press [MENU/SET]. [MF1] The center of the screen is enlarged. You can adjust the focus while determining the composition of the whole of the screen.
Advanced (Recording pictures) ∫ Technique for Manual focus 1 Focus by tilting the joystick toward 3/4. 2 Tilt it a little more in the same direction. 3 Tilt the joystick in the opposite direction to finely focus on the subject. ∫ Prefocus This is a technique for focusing in advance on the point the pictures will be taken when it is difficult to focus on the subject with Auto Focus due to its quick motion. (e.g.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [REC] mode: Taking pictures while adjusting color (My color mode) Easily confirm the subject on the LCD monitor or viewfinder and adjust the color, brightness, or saturation before taking a picture. Set the mode dial to [ ]. Press 2/1 to select an item and press 3/4 to adjust the item. Item Adjustment contents [COLOR] This will adjust the color of the image from red light to blue light. (11 steps in n5) [BRIGHTNESS] This will adjust the brightness of the image.
Advanced (Recording pictures) Note • If you wish to adjust the My Color setting again, press [MENU/SET] and 1 , and then return to above step 2 (when [MENU RESUME] (P37) is [OFF]). • During motion picture recording, settings for My color mode are used. • Adjustments made with My color mode are not in effect in other recording modes. • My Color setting set is memorized even if the camera is turned off.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [REC] Mode: Registering Personal Menu Settings (Registering custom settings) It is possible to register up to 3 sets of current camera settings as custom sets. • Set to the mode dial to the desired mode and select the desired menu settings in advance. Select [CUST. SET MEM.] on the [SETUP] menu. (P27) Press 3/4 to select the custom set to register and then press [MENU/SET]. Press 3 to select [YES] and then press [MENU/ SET].
Advanced (Recording pictures) [REC] Mode: Taking pictures in Custom Mode You can select one of your own custom settings saved with [CUST. SET MEM.] to suit the picture-taking conditions. Initial setting of the Program AE Mode is registered as the custom settings initially. Slide the [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch to [!]. Set the mode dial to [ ]. A A Display custom settings Press 3/4 to select the custom settings you want to use, and then press [MENU/SET].
Advanced (Recording pictures) [REC] Mode: Taking expressive portraits and landscape pictures (Advanced Scene Mode) You can take high-quality pictures of such subjects as people, scenery, sporting events and activities, people in night scenes and flowers in accordance with the surrounding conditions. Slide the [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch to [!]. Set the mode dial. Press 3/4 to select the Advanced Scene Mode. Press [MENU/SET] to set.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [PORTRAIT] The person stands out from the background and has a healthier complexion. [NORMAL PORTRAIT] Shades the background and photographs skin color beautifully. [SOFT SKIN] Makes the skin surface appear especially smooth. • When [SOFT SKIN] is selected, if a part of the background is a color similar to the color of the person’s skin, it also may show some smoothing. • When [SOFT SKIN] is selected, this mode may not be effective when there is insufficient brightness.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [SCENERY] This allows you to take pictures of a wide landscape. [NORMAL SCENERY] The focus adjusts onto far away subjects as a priority. [NATURE] The best setting for taking pictures of natural scenery. [ARCHITECTURE] This setting takes sharp photographs of architecture. The guidelines are displayed. (P32) [CREATIVE SCENERY] The shutter speed (P80) can be changed in the [NORMAL SCENERY] setting. (Set value will not be applied for motion picture recording.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [CLOSE-UP] This mode allows you to take close-up pictures of a subject, e.g. when taking pictures of flowers. [FLOWER] Flowers outdoors are recorded with natural colors in macro settings. The guidelines are displayed. (P62) [FOOD] You can take pictures of food with a natural hue without being affected by the ambient light in restaurants etc. [OBJECTS] You can take clear and vivid pictures of accessories or small objects in a collection.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [NIGHT PORTRAIT] This allows you to take pictures of a person and the background with near real-life brightness. [NIGHT PORTRAIT] Uses when taking photographs of people with night scenery as a background. • Open the flash. (You can set to [ ].) • The initial setting for [AF MODE] is [š]. [NIGHT SCENERY] Night scenery is vividly photographed with the maximum 8 second slow shutter. • The flash setting is fixed to [Œ]. [ILLUMINATIONS] Illuminations are photographed beautifully.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [REC] Mode: Taking pictures that match the scene being recorded (Scene Mode) When you select a Scene Mode to match the subject and recording situation, the camera sets the optimal exposure and hue to obtain the desired picture. Slide the [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch to [!]. Set the mode dial to [ ]. Press 3/4/2/1 to select the Scene Mode. • You can switch menu screens from any menu item by rotating the zoom lever. Press [MENU/SET] to set.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [PANORAMA ASSIST] You can take pictures with connections suitable for creating panorama images. ∫ Setting the recording direction 1 Press 3/4 to select the recording direction and then press [MENU/SET]. • The horizontal/vertical guideline will be displayed. 2 Take the picture. • You can retake the picture by selecting [RETAKE]. 3 Press 3 to select [NEXT] and then press [MENU/SET]. • You can also press the shutter button halfway to set the menu.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [PARTY] Select this when you want to take pictures at a wedding reception, an indoor party etc. This allows you to take pictures of people and the background with near real-life brightness. ∫ Technique for Party Mode • Open the flash. (You can set to [ ] or [ ].) • We recommend using a tripod and the self-timer for taking pictures. • We recommend rotating the zoom lever to Wide (1k) and being about 1.5 m (4.92 feet) from the subject when taking pictures.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [BABY1]/ [BABY2] This takes pictures of a baby with a healthy complexion. When you use the flash, the light from it is weaker than usual. It is possible to set different birthdays and names for [BABY1] and [BABY2]. You can select to have these appear at the time of playback, or have them stamped on the recorded image using [TEXT STAMP] (P160). ∫ Birthday/Name setting 1 Press 3/4 to select [AGE] or [NAME] and then press 1. 2 Press 3/4 to select [SET] and then press [MENU/SET].
Advanced (Recording pictures) [PET] Select this when you want to take pictures of a pet such as a dog or a cat. You can set your pet’s birthday and name. You can select to have these appear at the time of playback, or have them stamped on the recorded image using [TEXT STAMP] (P160). For information about [AGE] or [NAME], refer to [BABY1]/[BABY2] on P98. Note • It will be a normal motion picture recording during the motion picture recording. • The initial setting for the AF assist lamp is [OFF].
Advanced (Recording pictures) [HI-SPEED BURST] This is a convenient mode for shooting rapid movement or a decisive moment. ∫ Picture size and aspect ratio 1 Press 3/4 to select [SPEED PRIORITY] or [IMAGE PRIORITY] and then press [MENU/SET] to set. 2 Press 3/4 to select the picture size and aspect ratio and then press [MENU/ SET] to set. • 3M (4:3), 2.5M (3:2) or 2M (16:9) is selected as the picture size. Take pictures. • Still pictures are taken continuously while the shutter button is pressed fully.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [FLASH BURST] Still pictures are taken continuously with flash. It is convenient to take continuous still pictures in dark places. ∫ Picture size and aspect ratio 1 Press 3/4 to select the picture size and aspect ratio and then press [MENU/ SET] to set. • 3M (4:3), 2.5M (3:2) or 2M (16:9) is selected as the picture size. 2 Take pictures. • Still pictures are taken continuously while the shutter button is pressed fully. Number of recordable pictures max.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [PANNING] When you move the camera to follow a subject moving in one direction such as a runner or car, the background becomes a blur and the subject stays focused. This effect is called “panning”. This mode allows you to obtain this effect easier. ∫ Technique for Panning Mode To obtain good pictures in Panning Mode, move the camera in a horizontal plane as you take the pictures.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [STARRY SKY] This allows you to take vivid pictures of a starry sky or a dark subject. ∫ Setting the shutter speed Select a shutter speed of [15 SEC.], [30 SEC.] or [60 SEC.]. 1 Press 3/4 to select the number of seconds and then press [MENU/SET]. • It is also possible to change the number of seconds using the quick menu. (P29) 2 Take pictures. • Press the shutter button fully to display the countdown screen. Do not move the camera after this screen is displayed.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [FIREWORKS] This mode allows you to take beautiful pictures of fireworks exploding in the night sky. ∫ Technique for Fireworks Mode We recommend performing the following steps to prefocus on the point the pictures will be taken so that you do not miss taking pictures of the fireworks when they are fired. 1 Aim the camera at an object, such as a distant light, that is about the same distance from the camera as the point where the fireworks will rise.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [BEACH] This allows you to take even more vivid pictures of the blue color of the sea, sky etc. It also prevents under exposure of people under strong sunlight. Note • The initial setting for [AF MODE] is [š]. • Do not touch the camera with wet hands. • Sand or seawater will cause the camera to malfunction. Make sure that sand or seawater does not get into the lens or the terminals. • Problems caused by sand or seawater are not covered by the product warranty.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [PIN HOLE] Picture is taken darker and with soft focus around the subjects. ∫ Picture size and aspect ratio 1 Press 3/4 to select the picture size and aspect ratio and then press [MENU/ SET] to set. • 3M (4:3), 2.5M (3:2) or 2M (16:9) is selected as the picture size. 2 Take pictures. Note • [QUALITY] is automatically fixed to [›]. • You can take pictures suitable for 4qk6q/10k15 cm printing. • The focus range is 1 cm (0.04 feet) (Wide)/2 m (6.57 feet) (Tele) to ¶.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [HIGH DYNAMIC] You can use this mode to easily record pictures in which bright and dark regions of the scene are expressed with suitable brightness when looking into the sun, at night, or in similar circumstances. ∫ Setting the effect 1 Press 3/4 to select the effect to use, and then press [MENU/SET]. • It is also possible to change the settings using the quick menu.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [REC] mode: Advanced (Recording pictures) Recording Motion Picture This can record high definition motion pictures compatible with the AVCHD format or motion pictures recorded in Motion JPEG. Audio will be recorded in stereo. • Close the flash. (It is recommended that you close the flash when recording motion pictures. However, leaving the flash open will not result in a significant difference in sound quality.) Slide the [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch to [!].
Advanced (Recording pictures) A Start recording by pressing the motion picture button. A Available recording time B Elapsed recording time • The audio is also recorded simultaneously from the built-in microphone on this unit. (Motion pictures cannot be recorded without audio.) C B • The recording state indicator (red) C will flash while recording motion pictures. • Focus can be achieved during recording by pressing [FOCUS]. • Focus can be set manually when [MF] is displaying.
Advanced (Recording pictures) • Refer to P149 for the [MOTION PICTURE] Mode menu. • The flash setting is fixed to [Œ]. • Refer to P215 for information about the available recording time. • The available recording time displayed on the screen may not decrease regularly. • Depending on the type of the card, the card access indication may appear for a while after recording motion pictures. This is not a malfunction.
Advanced (Recording pictures) When set to Intelligent Auto Mode • When Intelligent Auto Mode is selected in step 2, motion picture recording matching to the subject or recording situation can be performed. ∫ Scene detection When the camera identifies the optimum scene, the icon of the scene concerned is displayed in blue for 2 seconds, after which its color changes to the usual red.
Advanced (Recording pictures) Changing [REC MODE] and [REC QUALITY] Select [REC MODE] from the [MOTION PICTURE] Mode menu, and press 1. (P27) Press 3/4 to select the item and then press [MENU/SET]. Recording format Effect [AVCHD Lite] Select this format to record HD (high definition) video for playback on your HDTV using an HDMI connection. [MOTION JPEG] Select this format to record standard definition video for playback on your PC.
Advanced (Recording pictures) Press 3/4 to select the item and then press [MENU/SET]. When [AVCHD Lite] is selected in step 2 Item High quality Longer time Quality (bit rate)¢1 ([SH]) 1280k720 pixels 17 Mbps¢2 ([H]) 1280k720 pixels 13 Mbps¢2 ([L]) 1280k720 pixels 9 Mbps¢2 fps 60p (Sensor output is 30 fps) Aspect ratio 16:9 ¢1 What is bit rate? This is the volume of data for definite period of time, and the quality becomes higher when the number gets bigger.
Advanced (Recording pictures) Note • It is recommended to use a card with SD Speed Class¢ with “Class 6” or higher when recording motion pictures. ¢ The SD Speed Class Rating is the speed standard for successive writes. • When you set the picture quality to [ ], [ ] or [ ], we recommend using a high-speed card with “10MB/s” or greater displayed on the package. • The motion picture recording may stop in the middle when any of the following cards are used.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [REC] mode: Recording Motion Pictures with Manual Settings (Creative Motion Picture Mode) It is possible to manually change the aperture and shutter speed and record motion pictures. Switching the [EXPOSURE MODE] allows you to use settings such as those when mode dial is switched to [³], [±], [´] and [²]. Set the mode dial to [ ]. Press 3/4 to select the item and then press [MENU/SET].
Advanced (Recording pictures) Stop the recording by pressing the motion picture button again. • If the card becomes full in the middle of recording, the camera stops recording automatically. • You can also start/stop motion picture recording by pressing the shutter button. • Sound will go off when pressing the motion picture button or shutter button indicating motion picture recording start/stop. Sound volume can be set in [BEEP LEVEL] (P30).
Advanced (Recording pictures) [REC] Mode: Taking a picture with Face Recognition function Face Recognition is a function which finds a face resembling a registered face and prioritizes focus and exposure automatically. Even if the person is located towards the back or on the end of a line in a group photo, the camera can still take a clear picture. To use the Face Recognition function, set the [FACE RECOG.] in the [REC] Mode menu to [ON], and register the face images of the people to recognize.
Advanced (Recording pictures) Face Settings You can register information such as names and birthdays for face images of up to 6 people. Registration can be facilitated by taking multiple face images of each person. (up to 3 pictures/registration) ∫ Point of recording when registering the face images • Face front with eyes open and mouth closed, making sure the outline of the face, the eyes, or the eyebrows are not covered with the hair when registering.
Advanced (Recording pictures) Registering face image of new person Select [FACE RECOG.] on the [REC] Mode menu and then press 1. (P27) Press 3/4 to select [MEMORY] and then press [MENU/SET]. • If 6 people have already been registered, the list of registered people will appear. Press 3/4/2/1 to select the person to be replaced and press [MENU/SET]. Information of the person that was replaced will be deleted. Take the picture adjusting the face with the guide.
Advanced (Recording pictures) Item [NAME] Description of settings It is possible to register names. 1 Press 4 to select [SET] and then press [MENU/SET]. 2 Enter the name. • For details on how to enter characters, read the [TITLE EDIT] section on P158. [PRIORITY] The focus and exposure are preferentially adjusted for higher-priority faces. Press 3/4/2/1 to select the priority and then press [MENU/SET]. [AGE] It is possible to register the birthday. 1 Press 4 to select [SET] and then press [MENU/SET].
Advanced (Recording pictures) Change the information for a registered person You can add a picture to the information of the registered people, replace or delete the pictures which have already been registered, and information such as names and register priority. 1 2 3 4 5 Select [FACE RECOG.] from the [REC] Mode menu, and then press 1. (P27) Press 4 to select [SET] and press [MENU/SET]. Press 3 to select [EDIT] and then press [MENU/SET].
Advanced (Recording pictures) Auto Registration When [AUTO REGISTRATION] is set to [ON] in step 3 of “Change the information for a registered person” (P121) while [FACE RECOG.] in the [REC] Mode menu is set to [ON], the registration screen will display automatically after taking a picture of a face that has a high number of appearances. • Registration screen is displayed after approximately 3 pictures. (It is not counted when Burst and Auto Bracket/Color Bracket is set.
Advanced (Recording pictures) Sensitivity Changing the sensitivity of Face Recognition. 1 2 3 4 Select [FACE RECOG.] from the [REC] Mode menu, and then press 1. (P27) Press 4 to select [SET] and then press [MENU/SET]. Press 4 to select [SENSITIVITY] and then press [MENU/SET]. Press 3/4 to select [HIGH] or [LOW] and then press [MENU/SET]. Item 5 Description of settings [HIGH] Set when recognition is difficult. The likelihood of recognition increases, but so does the likelihood of mistaken recognition.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [REC] Mode: Useful Functions at Travel Destinations Recording which Day of the Vacation and the Location of the Vacation For details on the [SETUP] menu settings, refer to P27. If you set the departure date and the location of the vacation in advance, the number of days that have passed since the departure date (which day of the vacation it is) is recorded when you take the picture.
Advanced (Recording pictures) Press 3/4/2/1 to set the return date (year/month/ day), and then press [MENU/SET]. • If you do not want to set the return date, press [MENU/SET] while the date bar is displayed. Press 4 to select [LOCATION] and then press 1. Press 4 to select [SET] and then press [MENU/ SET]. Enter the location. • For details on how to enter characters, read the [TITLE EDIT] section on P158. Press [MENU/SET] twice to close the menu. Take a picture.
Advanced (Recording pictures) ∫ Canceling the travel date The travel date is automatically canceled if the current date is after the return date. If you want to cancel the travel date before the end of the vacation, select [OFF] on the screen shown in step 3 or 7, and then press [MENU/SET] twice. [LOCATION] also will be set to [OFF] automatically when the travel date is set to [OFF] in step 3. Note • The travel date is calculated using the date in the clock setting and the departure date you set.
Advanced (Recording pictures) Recording Dates/Times at Overseas Travel Destinations (World Time) For details on the [SETUP] menu settings, refer to P27. You can display the local times at the travel destinations and record them on the pictures you take. • Select [CLOCK SET] to set the current date and time in advance. (P24) Select [WORLD TIME] from the [SETUP] menu, and then press 1. • When first using the camera after purchasing it, the [PLEASE SET THE HOME AREA] message appears.
Advanced (Recording pictures) Press 3 to select [DESTINATION] and then press [MENU/SET] to set. C Depending on the setting, the time at the travel destination C area or the home area is displayed. Press 2/1 to select the area the travel destination is in and then press [MENU/SET] to set. D E D Current time of the destination area E Time difference • If daylight saving time [ ] is used at the travel destination, press 3. (The time advances by one hour.) Press 3 again to return to the original time.
Advanced (Recording pictures) Using the [REC] Mode menu [PICTURE SIZE] For details on [REC] Mode menu settings, refer to P27. Set the number of pixels. The higher the numbers of pixels, the finer the detail of the pictures will appear even when they are printed onto large sheets. Applicable modes: ∫ When the aspect ratio is [X]. ¢ This item cannot be set in the Intelligent Auto Mode.
Advanced (Recording pictures) Note • “EZ” is an abbreviation of “Extended Optical Zoom”. • A digital picture is made of numerous dots called pixels. The higher the numbers of pixels, the finer the picture will be when it is printed on a large piece of paper or displayed on a PC monitor. A Many pixels (Fine) B Few pixels (Rough) ¢ These pictures are examples to show the effect. • If you change the aspect ratio, set the picture size again.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [ASPECT RATIO] For details on [REC] Mode menu settings, refer to P27. This allows you to select the aspect ratio of the pictures to suit printing or the playback method. Applicable modes: [X]: [ASPECT RATIO] of a 4:3 TV [Y]: [ASPECT RATIO] of a 35 mm film camera [W]: [ASPECT RATIO] of a high-definition TV, etc. [X] [Y] [W] Note • The ends of the recorded pictures may be cut at printing so check before printing.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [SENSITIVITY] For details on [REC] Mode menu settings, refer to P27. This allows the sensitivity to light (ISO sensitivity) to be set. Setting to a higher figure enables pictures to be taken even in dark places without the resulting pictures coming out dark.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [WHITE BALANCE] For details on [REC] Mode menu settings, refer to P27. In sunlight, under incandescent lights or in other such conditions where the color of white takes on a reddish or bluish tinge, this item adjusts to the color of white which is closest to what is seen by the eye in accordance with the light source.
Advanced (Recording pictures) ∫ Setting the white balance manually Set the white balance value. Use to match the condition when taking photographs. 1 Select [ 1 ] or [ 2 ] and then press 1. 2 Aim the camera at a sheet of white paper etc. so that the frame in the center is filled by the white object only and then press [MENU/SET]. ∫ Finely adjusting the white balance [ ] You can finely adjust the white balance when you cannot acquire the desired hue by setting the white balance.
Advanced (Recording pictures) ∫ Auto White Balance Depending on the conditions prevailing when pictures are taken, the pictures may take on a reddish or bluish tinge. Furthermore, when a multiple number of light sources are being used or there is nothing with a color close to white, Auto White Balance may not function properly. In a case like this, set the white balance to a mode other than [AWB]. 1 Auto White Balance will work within this range.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [AF MODE] For details on [REC] Mode menu settings, refer to P27. This allows the focusing method that suits the positions and number of the subjects to be selected. Applicable modes: [š]: Face Detection [ [ ]: AF Tracking¢ ]: 11-area-focusing The camera automatically detects the person’s face. The focus and exposure can then be adjusted to fit that face no matter what portion of the picture it is in. (max.
Advanced (Recording pictures) ∫ About [š] (Face detection) The following AF area frames are displayed when the camera detects the faces. 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. Other faces that are the same distance away as faces within the yellow AF areas are also focused.
Advanced (Recording pictures) ∫ Setting up [ 1 ] (AF Tracking) Bring the subject to the AF tracking frame, and press [AF/AE LOCK] to lock the subject. A AF tracking frame (White) B AF tracking frame (Yellow) • AF area will be displayed in yellow when a subject is recognized, and exposure and focus will automatically adjust continuously following the subject’s movement (Dynamic tracking). • AF tracking is canceled when [AF/AE LOCK] is pressed again. 2 Before locking A Locked B Take the picture.
Advanced (Recording pictures) ∫ About AF area selection You can select the AF area by pressing [FOCUS] when [ ], [ƒ], [Ø] or [Ù] is selected. It is also possible to switch to AF area selection screen by pressing 1 when AF Mode is selected with 3/4. • You can set from the quick menu. (P29) When selecting [ƒ], [Ø] or [Ù] 1 Press 3/4/2/1 to move the AF area. • You can set to arbitrary position of the 2 screen.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [PRE AF] For details on [REC] Mode menu settings, refer to P27. The camera will adjust focus automatically depending on the settings. Applicable modes: [OFF]: [ ]: Quick AF [ ] is displayed on the screen. [ ]: Continuous AF [ ] is displayed on the screen. About [ ] and [ ] [ ] will adjust the focus automatically when the jitter of the camera gets small. [ ] will adjust the focus at all times (continuous AF operation).
Advanced (Recording pictures) [AF/AE LOCK] For details on [REC] Mode menu settings, refer to P27. Take a picture with the focus or exposure locked. This is a technique for setting the focus and the exposure in advance when the subject is outside the focus area or when the contrast is too sharp and the appropriate exposure cannot be achieved. Applicable modes: [AF]: Only the focus is locked. ] is displayed when the focus is adjusted. •[ [AE]: Only the exposure is locked.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [METERING MODE] For details on [REC] Mode menu settings, refer to P27. Type of optical measurement to measure brightness can be changed. Applicable modes: [C]: Multiple This is the method in which the camera measures the most suitable exposure by judging the allocation of brightness on the whole screen automatically. Usually, we recommend using this method.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [MIN. SHTR SPEED] For details on [REC] Mode menu settings, refer to P27. You can take a picture brightly in dark places by setting [MIN. SHTR SPEED] slower. Also, you can set it faster to reduce the blur of the subject. Applicable modes: [1/250], [1/125], [1/60], [1/30], [1/15], [1/8], [1/4], [1/2], [1] Minimum shutter speed setting 1/250 1 Brightness Darker Brighter Jitter Less More Note • This should usually be set to [1/4 ] to take pictures.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [COLOR EFFECT] For details on [REC] Mode menu settings, refer to P27. Setting color effects for the recorded pictures. Applicable modes: [OFF]: [B/W]: [SEPIA]: [COOL]: [WARM]: This is the standard setting. The picture becomes black and white. The picture becomes sepia. The picture becomes bluish. The picture becomes reddish. Note • When in Intelligent Auto Mode, only [OFF], [B/W] and [SEPIA] can be set.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [STABILIZER] For details on [REC] Mode menu settings, refer to P27. Using one of these modes, jitter during picture taking is detected, and the camera automatically compensates the jitter, enabling jitter-free images to be taken. Applicable modes: [OFF] [AUTO]¢: The optimum jitter compensation is selected depending on the condition. [MODE1]: Jitter is always compensated during [REC] Mode. [MODE2]¢: The jitter is compensated for when the shutter button is pressed.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [AF ASSIST LAMP] For details on [REC] Mode menu settings, refer to P27. Illuminating the subject makes it easier for the camera to focus when recording in low light conditions that make focusing difficult. Applicable modes: [OFF]: The AF assist lamp does not turn on. [ON]: When taking pictures in dark places, the AF assist lamp lights while the shutter button is pressed halfway. (Larger AF areas are now displayed.) Note • The effective range of the AF assist lamp is 1.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [FLASH SYNCHRO] For details on [REC] Mode menu settings, refer to P27. [2ND] (2nd synchro) activates the flash just before the shutter closes when taking pictures of moving objects such as cars using a slow shutter speed. Applicable modes: [1ST]: The normal method when taking pictures with the flash. [2ND]: The light source appears behind the subject and picture becomes dynamic. Note • Set it to [1ST] normally.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [CONVERSION] For details on [REC] Mode menu settings, refer to P27. With the optional conversion lenses, you can record even more faraway pictures and take close-up pictures of smaller subjects. Applicable modes: [OFF] [ [ C ] When you attach the tele conversion lens. ] When you attach the close-up lens. Note • Refer to P190 for details about attaching the lens. • Ensure that [CONVERSION] is set to [OFF] when not using a conversion lens.
Advanced (Recording pictures) Using the [MOTION PICTURE] Mode menu • The [REC] Mode menus below will also be displayed in Creative Motion Picture Mode. – [SENSITIVITY]/[ISO LIMIT SET]/[WHITE BALANCE]/[AF MODE]/ [AF/AE LOCK]/ [METERING MODE]/[I.EXPOSURE]/[DIGITAL ZOOM]/[COLOR EFFECT]/[PICT. ADJ.]/ [STABILIZER]/[AF ASSIST LAMP]/[CONVERSION] [REC MODE] For details on [MOTION PICTURE] Mode menu settings, refer to P27. This sets up the data format of motion pictures.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [CONTINUOUS AF] For details on [MOTION PICTURE] Mode menu settings, refer to P27. It will continually keep on focusing to the subject that the focus was once set. Applicable modes: [OFF]/[ON] Note • When set to [OFF], it may take time for motion picture recording to start. • Set this function to [OFF] if you wish to fix the focus on the position where you started the motion picture recording. [WIND CUT] For details on [MOTION PICTURE] Mode menu settings, refer to P27.
Advanced (Playback) [PLAYBACK] Mode: ¸ Advanced (Playback) Playing Back Pictures in Sequence (Slide Show) You can play back the pictures you have taken in synchronisation with music, and you can do this in sequence while leaving a fixed interval between each of the pictures. You can also put together a slide show composed of only still pictures, only motion pictures, only pictures of a particular category, or only favorites.
Advanced (Playback) When [CATEGORY SELECTION] has been selected in step 4 Press 3/4/2/1 to select the category to play back and then press [MENU/SET] to set. • For details on categories, refer to P154. Press 3 to select [START] and then press [MENU/ SET]. Press 4 to finish the slide show. • Normal playback resumes after the slide show finishes. ∫ Operations performed during slide show The cursor displayed during playback is the same as 3/4/2/1. • The menu screen is restored when [‚] is pressed.
Advanced (Playback) ∫ Changing the slide show settings You can change the settings for slide show playback by selecting [EFFECT] or [SETUP] on the slide show menu screen. [EFFECT] This allows you to select the screen effects when switching from one picture to the next. [NATURAL], [SLOW], [SWING], [URBAN], [OFF], [AUTO] • When [URBAN] has been selected, the picture may appear in black and white as a screen effect. • [AUTO] can be used only when [CATEGORY SELECTION] has been selected.
Advanced (Playback) [PLAYBACK] Mode: ¸ Selecting Pictures and Playing them Back ([MODE PLAY]/[CATEGORY PLAY]/[FAVORITE PLAY]) [MODE PLAY] Playback in [PICTURE], [AVCHD Lite], or [MOTION JPEG] can be selected. Perform steps 1 and 2 on page 151. Press 3/4 to select [MODE PLAY] and then press [MENU/SET]. . Press 3/4 to select the item and then press [MENU/SET].
Advanced (Playback) Press 3/4/2/1 to select the category and then press [MENU/SET] to set. • If a picture is found in a category, the category icon turns blue. • It may take time to search the picture files if there are a lot on the card or the built-in memory. • If you press [‚] while searching, the searching will stop halfway. • Pictures are sorted into the categories shown below. [CATEGORY] Recording information e.g. Scene Modes [CATEGORY] [FACE RECOG.]¢ * , .
Advanced (Playback) [PLAYBACK] Mode: ¸ Playing Back Motion Pictures • This unit was designed to play motion pictures using the QuickTime Motion JPEG and AVCHD Lite formats that were taken with this model (only). • Only [AVCHD Lite] motion pictures recorded with this unit and Panasonic digital cameras (LUMIX) can be played back with this unit as AVCHD Lite format. Motion pictures Press 2/1 to select a picture with a motion picture icon (such as [ ]), and then press 3 to play back.
Advanced (Playback) [PLAYBACK] Mode: ¸ Using the [PLAYBACK] Mode menu You can use various functions in Playback Mode to rotate pictures, set protection for them etc. • With [TEXT STAMP], [RESIZE], [TRIMMING] or [LEVELING], a new edited picture is created. A new picture cannot be created if there is no free space on the built-in memory or the card so we recommend checking that there is free space and then editing the picture. [CALENDAR] You can display pictures by recording date.
Advanced (Playback) [TITLE EDIT] You can add text (comments) to pictures. After text has been registered, it can be included in prints using [TEXT STAMP] (P160). (Only alphabetic characters and symbols can be entered.) Names set in [BABY1]/[BABY2] and [PET] in Scene Mode or [LOCATION] in travel date are also recorded as the titles. Select [TITLE EDIT] on the [PLAYBACK] Mode menu. (P27) Press 3/4 to select [SINGLE] or [MULTI] and then press [MENU/SET].
Advanced (Playback) ∫ Delete the title [SINGLE] setting 1 In step 4, delete all the texts, select [EXIT], and press [MENU/SET]. 2 Press [‚]. 3 Press [MENU/SET] to close the menu. [MULTI] setting 1 Select [EXIT] without entering text in step 4, and then press [MENU/SET]. 2 Press [MENU/SET] to close the menu. Note • Text can be scrolled if all of the registered text does not fit on the screen. • The name setting of [FACE RECOG.
Advanced (Playback) [TEXT STAMP] You can stamp the recording date/time, age, travel date or title onto the recorded pictures. It is suitable for regular size printing. (Pictures with a picture size larger than [ ] will be resized when stamping the date etc. on them.) Select [TEXT STAMP] on the [PLAYBACK] Mode menu. (P27) Press 3/4 to select [SINGLE] or [MULTI] and then press [MENU/SET]. [SINGLE] Select the picture, and then press [MENU/SET] to set.
Advanced (Playback) Press [MENU/SET]. • If you set [TEXT STAMP] for a picture with a picture size larger than [ ], the picture size will become smaller as shown below. Aspect ratio setting Picture size / X Y W • The picture becomes slightly rougher. / > / / > / / > Press 3 to select [YES] and then press [MENU/ SET]. • The message [SAVE NEW PICTURES?] appears if the picture was recorded with a picture size [ ] or less. Press [‚] to return to the menu screen.
Advanced (Playback) [RESIZE] Reducing the picture size (number of pixels) We recommend resizing to [ ] if you want to attach a picture to an e-mail or use it on a website. (Pictures set to the minimum number of pixels for [ASPECT RATIO] cannot be further reduced in size.) Select [RESIZE] on the [PLAYBACK] Mode menu. (P27) Press 3/4 to select [SINGLE] or [MULTI] and then press [MENU/SET]. Select the picture and size. 1 2 [SINGLE] setting Press 2/1 to select the picture, and then press [MENU/SET].
Advanced (Playback) [TRIMMING] You can enlarge and then clip the important part of the recorded picture. Select [TRIMMING] on the [PLAYBACK] Mode menu. (P27) Press 2/1 to select the picture, and then press [MENU/SET]. Use the zoom lever and press 3/4/2/1 to select the parts to be trimmed. W Reduction Enlargement () T Move the position Zoom lever (T): Enlargement Zoom lever (W): Reduction 3/4/2/1: Move () Press [MENU/SET]. Press 3 to select [YES] and then press [MENU/ SET].
Advanced (Playback) [LEVELING] Minute tilting of the image can be adjusted. Select [LEVELING] on the [PLAYBACK] Mode menu. (P27) Press 2/1 to select the picture, and then press [MENU/SET]. Press 2/1 to adjust the tilting, and press [MENU/ SET]. 1: clockwise 2: counter-clockwise • Up to 2 o can be adjusted. Press 3 to select [YES] and then press [MENU/ SET]. Press [‚] to return to the menu screen. • Press [MENU/SET] to close the menu. Note • Quality of image may become coarse when leveling is performed.
Advanced (Playback) [ROTATE DISP.] This mode allows you to automatically display pictures vertically if they were recorded holding the camera vertically. Select [ROTATE DISP.] on the [PLAYBACK] Mode menu. (P27) Press 4 to select [ON] and then press [MENU/SET]. • The pictures are displayed without being rotated when you select [OFF]. • Refer to P55 for information about how to play back pictures. Press [MENU/SET] to close the menu.
Advanced (Playback) [FAVORITE] You can do the following if a mark has been added to pictures and they have been set as favorites. • Play back only the pictures set as favorites. ([FAVORITE PLAY]) • Play back the pictures set as favorites only as a slide show. • Delete all the pictures not set as favorites. ([ALL DELETE EXCEPTÜ]) Select [FAVORITE] on the [PLAYBACK] Mode menu. (P27) Press 4 to select [ON] and then press [MENU/SET]. • You cannot set pictures as favorites if [FAVORITE] is set to [OFF].
Advanced (Playback) [PRINT SET] DPOF “Digital Print Order Format” is a system that allows the user to select which pictures to print, how many copies of each picture to print and whether or not to print the recording date on the pictures when using a DPOF compatible photo printer or photo printing store. For details, ask at your photo printing store. When you want to use a photo printing store to print pictures recorded on the built-in memory, copy them to a card (P171) and then set the print setting.
Advanced (Playback) ∫ Canceling all the [PRINT SET] settings 1 Select [CANCEL] on the screen shown in step 2 and then press [MENU/SET]. 2 Press 3 to select [YES] and then press [MENU/SET]. 3 Press [MENU/SET] to close the menu. • You cannot select [CANCEL] if not even one picture has been set for printing. ∫ To print the date After setting the number of prints, set/cancel printing with the recording date by pressing [DISPLAY].
Advanced (Playback) [PROTECT] You can set protection for pictures you do not want to be deleted by mistake. Select [PROTECT] on the [PLAYBACK] Mode menu. (P27) Press 3/4 to select [SINGLE] or [MULTI] and then press [MENU/SET]. [SINGLE] Select the picture, and then press [MENU/SET]. [MULTI] When [MULTI] has been selected • Repeat these steps for each picture. • The settings are canceled when [MENU/ SET] is pressed again. Press 2/1 to select the picture. Press 3/4/2/1 to select the pictures.
Advanced (Playback) [FACE REC EDIT] You can delete or change the information relating to Face Recognition for the selected picture. Select [FACE REC EDIT] on the [PLAYBACK] Mode menu. (P27) Press 3/4 to select [REPLACE] or [DELETE] and then press [MENU/SET]. Press 2/1 to select the picture and then press [MENU/SET]. • You cannot select pictures for which Face Recognition information has not been registered. Press 2/1 to select the person and then press [MENU/SET]. • [DELETE] > step 6.
Advanced (Playback) [COPY] You can copy the data of the pictures you have taken from the built-in memory to a card or from a card to the built-in memory. Select [COPY] on the [PLAYBACK] Mode menu. (P27) Press 3/4 to select the copy destination and then press [MENU/SET]. : All the picture data in the built-in memory are copied onto the card at one time. > step 4. : One picture at a time is copied from the card to the built-in memory. > step 3. Press 2/1 to select the picture and then press [MENU/SET].
Connecting to other equipment [PLAYBACK] Mode: ¸ Connecting to other equipment Playing Back Pictures on a TV Screen Playing back pictures using the AV cable (supplied) Preparations: Set the [TV ASPECT]. (P36) Turn this unit and the TV off. DIGITAL/ AV OUT 1 Yellow: to the video input socket 2 White: to the audio input socket 3 Red: to the audio input socket A Align the marks, and insert.
Connecting to other equipment Playing back pictures on a TV with an SD Memory Card slot Still pictures recorded on an SD Memory Card can be played back on a TV with an SD Memory Card slot. Note • Depending on the TV model, pictures may not be displayed on the full screen. • Motion pictures recorded with [AVCHD Lite] can be played back on Panasonic TVs (VIERA) with the AVCHD logo mark. In all other cases, connect the camera to the TV using the AV cable (supplied) and playback the motion picture.
Connecting to other equipment Preparations: Check the [HDMI MODE]. (P36) Turn this unit and the TV off. HDMI IN 1 HDMI socket 2 TV with HDMI socket 3 HDMI mini (C type) A Align the marks, and insert. B HDMI mini cable (optional) • Check the direction and shape of the terminal and plug in/out while holding the plug straight. (It may result in malfunction by the deforming of the terminal if it is plugged in obliquely or in the wrong direction.
Connecting to other equipment Note • Depending on the [ASPECT RATIO], bands may be displayed on the top and bottom or the left and right of the pictures. • Do not use any other cables except a genuine Panasonic HDMI mini cable (RP-CDHM15, RP-CDHM30; optional). Part numbers: RP-CDHM15 (1.5 m) (5 feet), RP-CDHM30 (3.0 m) (10 feet) • During HDMI output, no picture is displayed on the LCD monitor or Viewfinder.
Connecting to other equipment Playback using VIERA Link (HDMI) (HDAVI Control™) What is the VIERA Link? • VIERA Link™ is a new name for EZ Sync™. • This function allows you to use your remote control for the Panasonic TV for easy operations when this unit has been connected to a VIERA Link compatible device using a HDMI mini cable (optional) for automatic linked operations. (Not all operations are possible.
Connecting to other equipment ∫ Usable functions Operate with the TV remote control. 1) Multi playback Press red button on the TV remote control to switch the type of data for playback. • The type of data for playback changes in the order of [ALL] > [ ]>[ ] > [ ] > [ALL]. Select the picture with 3/4/2/1 and press 2 for one screen display. • You can set the slide show etc. when you press 1. 2) One screen display Select the image with 2/1. Recording information is displayed with 3.
Connecting to other equipment ∫ Other linked operations Turning the power off: If you use the remote control for the TV to turn off the power, the power on this unit also turns off. (When connecting the unit to a PC with a USB cable, the power will not turn off.) Automatic input switching: • If you connect with a HDMI mini cable and then turn on the power on this unit, the input channel on the TV automatically switches to this unit’s screen.
Connecting to other equipment Saving the recorded still pictures and motion pictures Methods to export still pictures and motion pictures to other devices will vary depending on the file format. (JPEG, RAW, AVCHD Lite, or Motion JPEG). Here are a few suggestions. Copy the playback image using an AV cable DIGITAL/ AV OUT File formats that can be used: [AVCHD Lite], [Motion JPEG] Copy images played back with this unit to DVD disc, hard disk, or video using a DVD recorder, or video.
Connecting to other equipment Copying to a PC File formats that can be used: [JPEG], [RAW]/[AVCHD Lite], [Motion JPEG] It is possible to acquire still pictures and motion pictures recorded in [AVCHD Lite] or [MOTION JPEG] formats, or create standard quality DVD video which is not high definition from the motion picture that was recorded as [AVCHD Lite], using the software “PHOTOfunSTUDIO 4.0 HD Edition” in the CD-ROM (supplied).
Connecting to other equipment Acquiring of still pictures and [MOTION JPEG] motion pictures (other than [AVCHD Lite] motion pictures) Preparations: Turn on the camera and the PC. Remove the card before using the pictures in the built-in memory. DIGITAL/ AV OUT A USB connection cable (supplied) • Check the direction and shape of the terminal and plug in/out while holding the plug straight. (Otherwise the connectors may be bent out of shape which will cause trouble.) B Align the marks, and insert.
Connecting to other equipment Double-click on [Removable Disk] in [My Computer]. • When using a Macintosh, the drive is displayed on the desktop. (“LUMIX”, “NO_NAME” or “Untitled” is displayed.) Double-click [DCIM] folder. Using a drag-and-drop operation, move the pictures you want to acquire or the folder storing those pictures to any different folder on the PC. ∫ Disconnecting the USB connection cable safely • Proceed with the hardware removal using “Safely Remove Hardware” on the task tray of the PC.
Connecting to other equipment ∫ Viewing the contents of the built-in memory or card using the PC (folder composition) Folders and images processed in the PC cannot be played back on the camera. It is recommended to use the “PHOTOfunSTUDIO 4.0 HD Edition” bundled software on the CD-ROM (supplied) when you write the image from PC to a card.
Connecting to other equipment Printing the Pictures If you connect the camera to a printer supporting PictBridge, you can select the pictures to be printed out and instruct that printing be started on the camera’s LCD monitor. Preparations: Turn on the camera and the printer. Remove the card before printing the pictures in the built-in memory. Perform the print quality and other settings at the printer before printing the pictures.
Connecting to other equipment Note • Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one. Use of cables other than the supplied USB connection cable may cause malfunction. • Turn the camera off before connecting or disconnecting the AC adaptor (optional). • Before inserting or removing a card, turn the camera off, and disconnect the USB connection cable. • You cannot switch between the built-in memory and the card while the camera is connected to the printer.
Connecting to other equipment Selecting multiple pictures and printing them Press 3. Press 3/4 to select an item and then press [MENU/ SET]. • If the print check screen has appeared, select [YES], and print PictBridge MULTI SELECT SELECT ALL PRINT SET(DPOF) FAVORITE the pictures. CANCEL SELECT Item SET Description of settings [MULTI SELECT] Multiple pictures are printed at one time.
Connecting to other equipment Print Settings Select and set the items both on the screen in step 2 of the “Selecting a single picture and printing it” and in step 3 of the “Selecting multiple pictures and printing them” procedures. • When you want to print pictures in a paper size or a layout which is not supported by the camera, set [PAPER SIZE] or [PAGE LAYOUT] to [{] and then set the paper size or the layout on the printer. (For details, refer to the operating instructions of the printer.
Connecting to other equipment [PAPER SIZE] Item Description of settings { Settings on the printer are prioritized. [L/3.5qk5q] 89 mmk127 mm [2L/5qk7q] 127 mmk178 mm [POSTCARD] 100 mmk148 mm [16:9] 101.6 mmk180.6 mm [A4] 210 mmk297 mm [A3] 297 mmk420 mm [10k15cm] 100 mmk150 mm [4qk6q] 101.6 mmk152.4 mm [8qk10q] 203.2 mmk254 mm [LETTER] 216 mmk279.4 mm [CARD SIZE] 54 mmk85.6 mm • Paper sizes not supported by the printer will not be displayed.
Connecting to other equipment [PAGE LAYOUT] (Layouts for printing that can be set with this unit) Item Description of settings { Settings on the printer are prioritized. á 1 picture with no frame on 1 page â 1 picture with a frame on 1 page ã 2 pictures on 1 page ä 4 pictures on 1 page • An item cannot be selected if the printer does not support the page layout.
Connecting to other equipment Using the Conversion Lens (optional) With the optional conversion lenses, you can record even more faraway pictures and take close-up pictures of smaller subjects. Refer to P148 for details. Preparations: Remove the lens cap, lens hood, and hood adaptor. Attach the lens adaptor. • Rotate the lens adaptor slowly and carefully. Attach the tele conversion lens.
Connecting to other equipment Select [CONVERSION] on the [REC] menu. (P27) • Refer to P148 for [CONVERSION]. Press 3/4 to select [ ], and then press [MENU/SET] to set. • Set in same way to select [ C ] too. • Always set to [OFF] when the conversion lens is taken off. Note • Lens adaptor (DMW-LA3; optional) is needed to use the conversion lens. • MC protector (DMW-LMC46; optional) or ND filters (DMW-LND46; optional) cannot be used together with the conversion lens.
Connecting to other equipment Using the Protector/Filter The MC protector (DMW-LMC46; optional) is a transparent filter which affects neither the colors nor the amount of light, so it can always be used to protect the camera’s lens. The ND filter (DMW-LND46; optional) reduces the amount of light to approximately 1/8th (equal to adjusting the aperture value 3 increments) without affecting the color balance.
Others Others Screen Display ∫ In recording Recording in Program AE Mode [ ] (Initial setting) 1 Recording Mode 2 Flash Mode (P64) 3 AF area (P49) 4 Focus (P49) 5 Picture size (P129) 6 Quality (P130) 7 Battery indication (P17) 8 Number of recordable pictures (P215) 9 Built-in memory (P22) : Card (P22) (displayed only during recording) 10 Recording state 11 Joystick (P29, 51, 75, 80, 81, 83, 115) ISO sensitivity (P132) 12 Shutter speed (P49) 13 Aperture value (P49) 14 Exposure compensation (P75) 15 Quick A
Others ∫ In recording (after settings) 19 AF macro recording (P71) : Tele Macro (P71) COOL : Macro Zoom recording (P72) : AF tracking (P138) : MF (P83) : Flash output adjustment (P67) 20 White balance (P133) White balance fine adjustment (P134) 21 ISO sensitivity (P132) maximum ISO sensitivity level (P132) 22 Color effect (P144) 23 Custom settings (P88) 24 Available recording time (P215): R8m30s 25 Focus range (P83) 26 Spot AF area (P136) : Spot metering target (P142) 27 Name¢1 (P98) 28 Histogram (P63) 29
Others ∫ In playback 1 Playback Mode (P55) 2 Protected picture (P169) 3 Favorites (P166) 4 Stamped with text indication (P160) 1 5 Picture size (P129) 6 Quality (P130) 7 Battery indication (P17) 8 Folder/File number (P183) Built-in memory (P22) Elapsed playback time (P156): 8m30s 9 Picture number/Total pictures 10 Motion picture recording time (P156): 8m30s 11 Histogram (P63) 12 Exposure compensation (P75) 13 Recording information (P60) 14 Favorites settings (P166) 15 Recorded date and time/Travel destinat
Others Cautions for Use Optimal use of the camera Take care not to drop or knock the unit or put a lot of pressure on it. • Take care not to knock or drop the bag/case that you inserted the camera in as the shock may cause damage to the camera, lens or LCD monitor. • Do not use a paper bag as it can easily rip causing the camera to fall and be damaged. • We strongly recommend you purchase a good camera bag/case from your local dealer to protect your camera.
Others Cleaning Before cleaning the camera, remove the battery or disconnect the power plug from the outlet. Then wipe the camera with a dry soft cloth. • When the camera is soiled badly, it can be cleaned by wiping the dirt off with a wrung wet cloth, and then with a dry cloth. • Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, alcohol, kitchen detergents, etc., to clean the camera, since it may deteriorate the external case or the coating may peel off.
Others Battery The battery is a rechargeable lithium ion battery. Its ability to generate power comes from the chemical reaction that takes place inside it. This reaction is susceptible to the surrounding temperature and humidity. If the temperature is too high or too low, the operating time of the battery will become shorter. Always remove the battery after use. If you drop the battery accidentally, check to see if the body of the battery and the terminals are damaged.
Others Card Do not leave the card where the temperature is high, where electromagnetic waves or static electricity are easily generated or exposed to direct sunlight. Do not bend or drop the card. • The card may be damaged or the recorded content may be damaged or deleted. • Put the card in the card case or the storage bag after use and when storing or carrying the card. • Do not allow dirt, dust or water to get into the terminals on the back of the card and do not touch the terminals with your fingers.
Others When not using the camera for a long period of time • Store the battery in a cool and dry place with a relatively stable temperature: [Recommended temperature:15 oC to 25 oC (59 oF to 77 oF), Recommended humidity: 40% to 60%] • Always remove the battery and the card from the camera. • If the battery is left inserted in the camera, it will discharge even if the camera is turned off.
Others Message Display Confirmation messages or error messages will be displayed on the screen in some cases. The major messages are described below as examples. [THIS MEMORY CARD IS LOCKED] > The Write-Protect switch on the SD Memory Card and the SDHC Memory Card are moved to [LOCK]. Move the switch back to unlock it. (P23) [NO VALID PICTURE TO PLAY] > Record a picture or insert a card with a recorded picture and then play it.
Others [NOT ENOUGH SPACE ON BUILT-IN MEMORY]/[NOT ENOUGH MEMORY ON THE CARD] • There is no space left on the built-in memory or the card. – When you copy pictures from the built-in memory to the card (batch copy), the pictures are copied until the capacity of the card becomes full. [SOME PICTURES CANNOT BE COPIED]/[COPY COULD NOT BE COMPLETED] • The following pictures cannot be copied. – When a picture with the same name as the picture to be copied exists in the copy destination.
Others [READ ERROR/WRITE ERROR PLEASE CHECK THE CARD] • It has failed to read or write data. > Remove the card after turning the power [OFF]. Insert the card again, turn the power on, and try to read or write the data again. • The card may be broken. > Insert a different card. [MOTION RECORDING WAS CANCELLED DUE TO THE LIMITATION OF THE WRITING SPEED OF THE CARD] • It is recommended to use a card with SD Speed Class¢ with “Class 6” or higher when recording motion pictures.
Others Troubleshooting First, try out the following procedures (P204–214). If the problem is not resolved, it may be improved by selecting [RESET] (P35) on the [SETUP] menu when taking pictures. Battery and power source The camera cannot be operated even when it is turned on. • The battery is not inserted correctly. (P20) • The battery is exhausted. • Charge the battery. The LCD monitor turns off while the camera is turned on.
Others Recording The picture cannot be recorded. • Is the [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch at the [!] setting? (P26) • Is the mode dial correctly set? • Is there any memory remaining on the built-in memory or the card? > Delete the pictures which are not necessary to increase the available memory. (P58) The recorded picture is whitish. • The picture can become whitish if there is dirt e.g. fingerprints on the lens.
Others The recorded picture is blurred. The optical image stabilizer is not effective. > The shutter speed becomes slower when pictures are taken in dark places so hold the camera firmly with both hands to take the pictures. (P42) > When taking pictures at a slow shutter speed, use the self-timer. (P73) Taking pictures using Auto Bracket/Color Bracket is not possible. • Is the number of recordable pictures 2 or less? The recorded picture looks rough. Noise appears on the picture.
Others A reddish vertical line (smear) appears on the LCD monitor during picture-taking. • This is a characteristic of CCDs, and 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. • It is recommended that you take pictures while taking care not to expose the screen to sunlight or any other source of strong light.
Others Lens Recorded image may be warped, or nonexistent color is surrounding the subject. • It is possible that the subject may be warped slightly, or the borders get colored, depending on the zoom magnification, due to the characteristics of the lens. Also, the peripherals of the image might look warped because the perspective is enhanced when the wide angle is used. This is not a malfunction. LCD monitor/Viewfinder The LCD monitor/Viewfinder turns off although the camera is turned on.
Others The picture is not displayed on the LCD monitor. • Does the picture appear on the Viewfinder? > Press [EVF/LCD] button to switch to LCD monitor display. Black, red, blue and green dots appear on the LCD monitor. • This is not a malfunction. These pixels do not affect the recorded pictures. Noise appears on the LCD monitor. • In dark places, noise may appear to maintain the brightness of the LCD monitor. This does not affect the pictures you are recording. Flash The flash is not activated.
Others Playback The picture being played back is rotated and displayed in an unexpected direction. • [ROTATE DISP.] (P165) is set to [ON]. The picture is not played back. • Is the [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch set to [(]? (P55) • Is there a picture on the built-in memory or the card? > The pictures on the built-in memory appear when a card is not inserted. The picture data on the card appears when a card is inserted.
Others White round spots like soap bubbles appear on the recorded picture. • If you take a picture with the flash in a dark place or indoors, white round spots may appear on the picture caused by the flash reflecting of particles of dust in the air. This is not a malfunction. A characteristic of this is that the number of round spots and their position differ in every picture. Red part of the recorded image has changed color to black.
Others The motion pictures cannot be played back on a TV. • Are you trying to play back the motion pictures by directly inserting the card in the card slot of the TV? > Connect the camera to the TV with the AV cable (supplied), or with the HDMI mini cable (optional), and then play back the motion pictures on the camera. (P172, 174) > Motion pictures recorded in [AVCHD Lite] can be played back on Panasonic televisions (VIERA) with the AVCHD logo. The picture is not displayed fully on the TV.
Others Others An unreadable language was selected by mistake. > Press [MENU/SET], select the [SETUP] menu icon [ the desired language. (P38) ] and then select the [~] icon to set A red lamp sometimes turns on when the shutter button is pressed halfway. • In dark places, the AF assist lamp (P146) lights red to make it easier to focus on a subject. Part of the picture is flashing in black and white. • This is a highlight function showing the white saturated area.
Others When pictures are taken using the zoom, they are slightly distorted and the areas around the subject contain colors which are not actually present. • At some magnification levels, the pictures taken are slightly distorted or the outlines and other areas in the pictures taken are colored, but this is not a malfunction. Zoom does not go up to maximum magnification. • Is the camera set to Macro Zoom Mode? (P72) Maximum zoom during Macro Zoom Mode is 3k digital zoom.
Others Number of Recordable Pictures and Available Recording Time • The number of recordable pictures and the available recording time are an approximation. (These vary depending on the recording conditions and the type of card.) • The number of recordable pictures and the available recording time varies depending on the subjects. ∫ Number of recordable pictures Aspect ratio X ( Picture size Quality Built-in Memory (Approx.
Others Aspect ratio ( Picture size X ( ) ) ( ) Quality A › A › A › Built-in Memory (Approx.
Others Aspect ratio Y ( Picture size Quality Built-in Memory (Approx. 40 MB) Card 32 MB 64 MB 128 MB 256 MB 512 MB 1 GB 2 GB 4 GB 6 GB 8 GB 12 GB 16 GB 32 GB A › A 2 2 6 13 9 1 4 9 18 37 75 150 300 450 610 920 1230 2480 1 3 7 14 29 60 120 240 360 490 740 990 1980 4 9 19 38 77 155 310 620 940 1260 1900 2540 5100 8 18 38 76 150 300 620 1210 1850 2480 3740 4990 10010 6 13 27 54 105 210 440 860 1310 1760 2660 3550 7130 Aspect ratio Quality Built-in Memory (Approx.
Others ∫ Available recording time (when recording motion pictures) File format [AVCHD Lite] [MOTION JPEG] Picture quality setting Built-in Memory (Approx. 40 MB) 32 MB 64 MB 128 MB Cannot be guaranteed in operation. 256 MB Card 1 min 19 s Cannot be used.
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