Operating Instructions for advanced features Digital Camera Model No. DMC-FX80 Before use, please read these instructions completely.
Contents Before Use Care of the camera ...................................5 Standard Accessories ...............................6 Names and Functions of Main Parts .........7 How to Use the Touch Screen ..................8 Preparation Charging the Battery .................................9 • Inserting the Battery ..........................10 • Charging ...........................................11 • Approximate operating time and number of recordable pictures ..........
• [Photo Frame] ...................................67 Taking 3D pictures (3D Photo Mode)......68 Taking pictures while changing the skin texture (Cosmetic Mode).........................69 Taking a Picture with Face Recognition Function ..................................................70 • Face Settings ....................................71 Entering Text...........................................74 Using the [Rec] Menu..............................75 • [Flash] ..............................................
• Uploading the images to sharing sites ................................................143 Printing the Pictures ..............................144 • Selecting a single picture and printing it .........................................145 • Selecting multiple pictures and printing them ...................................145 • Print Settings...................................146 Others Screen Display ......................................149 Cautions for Use ...................................
Before Use Before Use Care of the camera Do not subject to strong vibration, shock, or pressure. • The lens, LCD monitor, or external case may be damaged if used in the following conditions. It may also malfunction or image may not record if you: – Drop or hit the camera. – Sit down with the camera in your trousers pocket or forcefully insert it into a full or tight bag, etc. – Attach any items such as accessories to the strap attached to the camera. – Press hard on the lens or the LCD monitor.
Before Use Standard Accessories Check that all the accessories are supplied before using the camera. • The accessories and their shape will differ depending on the country or area where the camera was purchased. For details on the accessories, refer to Basic Operating Instructions. • Battery Pack is indicated as battery pack or battery in the text. • SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card and SDXC Memory Card are indicated as card in the text. • The card is optional.
Before Use Names and Functions of Main Parts 1 2 3 4 Self-timer indicator (P78)/ AF Assist Lamp (P94) Power button (P20) Flash (P75) Lens (P5, 152) 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Touch screen/LCD monitor (P8, 53, 149) Microphone Shutter button (P24, 27) Zoom lever (P56) Charging lamp (P11) Motion picture button (P30) Playback button (P33) 1 23 5 6 4 7 8 9 10 11 12 Strap eyelet • Be sure to attach the strap when using 12 the camera to ensure that you will not drop it.
Before Use How to Use the Touch Screen This touch screen is a type that detects pressure. Touch the screen To touch and release the touch screen. Drag A movement without releasing the touch screen. Use this to perform tasks such as selecting icons or images displayed on the touch screen. • It may not operate properly when multiple This is used when performing tasks such as moving to the next image by dragging horizontally, or changing the range of the displayed image.
Preparation Preparation Charging the Battery Use the dedicated AC adaptor (supplied), USB connection cable (supplied) and battery. • The battery is not charged when the camera is shipped. Charge the battery before use. • Charge the battery only when it is inserted in the camera. Camera conditions Charge Power off (or [Auto Power Off] (P47) is activated) ≤ Power on —¢ ¢ The camera can be supplied with power from a power outlet via the USB connection cable (supplied) only during playback mode.
Preparation Inserting the Battery Insert the battery into the camera to charge it. • Check that this unit is turned off. Slide the release lever in the direction of the arrow and open the card/battery door. • Always use genuine Panasonic batteries. • If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product. Being careful about the battery orientation, insert all the way until you hear a locking sound and then check that it is locked by lever A.
Preparation Charging • Charge the battery in areas with an ambient temperature, between 10 oC and 30 oC (50 oF and 86 oF) (same as the battery temperature), is recommended. Check that this unit is turned off. To power outlet AC adaptor (supplied) Computer (Turn the power on) USB connection cable (supplied) • Check the directions of the connectors, and plug them straight in or unplug them straight out. (Otherwise the connectors may bend out of shape, which may cause malfunction.
Preparation ∫ About the charging lamp On: Charging. Off: Charging has completed. (When charging is complete, disconnect the camera from the power outlet or computer.) ∫ Charging time When using the AC adaptor (supplied) Charging time Approx. 180 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.
Preparation Approximate operating time and number of recordable pictures ∫ Recording still pictures Number of recordable pictures Approx. 210 pictures Recording time Approx. 105 min By CIPA standard in Normal Picture Mode Recording conditions by CIPA standard • CIPA is an abbreviation of [Camera & Imaging Products Association]. • Temperature: 23 oC (73.4 oF)/Humidity: 50%RH when LCD monitor is on. • Using a Panasonic SD Memory Card (32 MB). • Using the supplied battery.
Preparation ∫ Playback Playback time Approx. 150 min Note • The operating times and number of recordable pictures will differ according to the environment and the operating conditions. For example, in the following cases, the operating times will shorten and the number of recordable pictures is reduced: – In low-temperature environments, such as on ski slopes. – When using [LCD Mode]. – When operations such as flash and zoom are used repeatedly.
Preparation Inserting and Removing the Card (optional) • Check that this unit is turned off. • We recommend using a Panasonic card. Slide the release lever in the direction of the arrow and open the card/battery door. Push it securely all the way until you hear a “click” while being careful about the direction in which you insert it. To remove the card, push the card until it clicks, then pull the card out upright. A: Do not touch the connection terminals of the card. 1:Close the card/battery door.
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 on the built-in memory and played back. When a card has been inserted Pictures can be recorded on the card and played back.
Preparation Note • During access (image writing, reading and deleting, formatting etc.), do not turn off the power, remove the battery, card or disconnect the AC adaptor (supplied). Furthermore, do not subject the camera to vibration, impact or static electricity. The card or the data on the card may be damaged, and this unit may no longer operate normally. If operation fails due to vibration, impact or static electricity, perform the operation again.
Preparation Approximate number of recordable pictures and available recording time ∫ About the display of the number of recordable pictures and available recording time • You can confirm the number of recordable pictures and available recording time by touching [ ] several times. (P52) A Number of recordable pictures B 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.
Preparation ∫ Available recording time (when recording motion pictures) • “h” is an abbreviation for hour, “m” for minute and “s” for second. [AVCHD] Recording quality setting Built-in Memory (Approx. 60 MB) 2 GB FSH j SH j Recording quality setting Built-in Memory (Approx.
Preparation Setting Date/Time (Clock Set) • The clock is not set when the camera is shipped. Press power button. • If the language select screen is not displayed, proceed to step 4. Touch [Language Set]. Select the language, and then touch [OK]. Touch [Clock Set]. Touch the items you wish to set (Year/ Month/Day/Hours/Minutes), and set using [3]/[4]. A: Time at the home area B: Time at the travel destination • You can continue to switch the settings by continuously touching [3]/[4].
Preparation Changing the Clock Setting Select [Clock Set] in the [Rec] or [Setup] menu. (P39) • The clock can be reset as shown in steps 5 and 6. • The clock setting is maintained for 3 months using the built-in clock battery even without the battery. (Leave the charged battery in the unit for 24 hours to charge the built-in battery.
Preparation Tips for taking good pictures Fit the strap and hold the camera carefully Hold the camera gently with both hands, keep your arms still at your side and stand with your feet slightly apart. • To prevent dropping, be sure to attach the supplied strap and fit it to your wrist. (P7) • Be careful not to move the camera when you press the shutter button. • Be careful not to put your fingers on the flash, AF assist lamp, microphone, speaker or lens etc.
Basic Basic Selecting the Recording Mode Touch the Recording Mode icon in Recording Mode. On the Recording Mode list screen, touch Recording Mode. ∫ List of Recording Modes ! Normal Picture Mode (P24) The subjects are recorded using your own settings. ¦ Intelligent Auto Mode (P27) The subjects are recorded using settings automatically selected by the camera. Creative Control Mode (P59) Record while checking the image effect.
Basic Recording Mode: Taking Pictures with Your Favourite Settings (Normal Picture 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 the [Rec] menu. Touch the Recording Mode icon in Recording Mode. On the Recording Mode list screen, touch [Normal Picture]. Aim the AF area at the point you want to focus on. Press the shutter button halfway to focus.
Basic Focusing A B Aim the AF area at the subject, and then press the shutter button halfway. When the subject is focused When the subject is not focused Focus Focus indication A On Blinks AF area B White>Green White>Red Sound Beeps 2 times Beeps 4 times • The AF area may be displayed larger for certain zoom magnifications and in dark places. ∫ About focus range The focus range is displayed when operating the zoom.
Basic ∫ When the subject is not in focus (such as when it is not in the centre of the composition of the picture you want to take) 1 2 Aim the AF area at the subject, and then press the shutter button halfway to fix the focus and exposure. Press and hold the shutter button halfway while moving the camera as you compose the picture. • You can repeatedly retry the actions in step 1 before pressing the shutter button fully.
Basic Recording Mode: 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/Backlight Compensation/Intelligent ISO sensitivity control/Auto White Balance/Face Detection/[Quick AF]/[i.Exposure]/[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 colour changes to the usual red. When taking pictures ¦ > [i-Portrait] [i-Scenery] [i-Macro] [i-Night Portrait]¢1 [i-Night Scenery] [i-Sunset] [i-Baby] ¢2 ¢1 Only when [ ] is selected. ¢2 When [Face Recog.
Basic Changing the settings Following menus can be set. Menu Item [Rec] [Flash]¢/[Selftimer]/[Picture Size]¢/[Burst]¢/[Color Mode]¢/ [Motion Deblur]/[Face Recog.] [Motion Picture] [Rec Mode]/[Rec Quality] [Setup] [Clock Set]/[World Time]/[Beep]¢/[Shortcut setting]/[Language]/ [Stabilizer Demo.] • For the setting method of the menu, refer to P39. ¢ Settings may be different from other Recording Modes.
Basic Applicable modes: Recording Motion Pictures Start recording by pressing the motion picture button. A Available recording time B Elapsed recording time • • • • You can record motion pictures fitting each Recording Mode. Release the motion picture button right after you press it. The recording state indicator (red) C will flash while recording motion pictures. For the setting of the [Rec Mode] and [Rec Quality], refer to P97. A Stop the recording by pressing the motion picture button again.
Basic Note • When recording to the built-in memory, the [MP4] setting is fixed to [VGA]. • 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. • The screen may be blacked out momentarily, or the unit may record noise due to static electricity or electromagnetic waves, etc.
Basic Recording still pictures while recording motion pictures Still pictures can be recorded even while recording a motion picture. (Simultaneous recording) During motion picture recording, press the shutter button fully to record a still picture. Note • You can record up to 2 pictures per motion picture recording. • The picture size is fixed to 3.5M (16:9).
Basic Playing Back Pictures ([Normal Play]) Press [(]. • Normal Playback is displayed automatically when the power is turned on by pressing and holding the [(] button. 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.
Basic Displaying Multiple Screens (Multi Playback) Touch [ ]. A Slide bar • It is possible to switch the playback screen by touching the following icons. –[ ]: 1 screen –[ ]: 12 screens –[ ]: 30 screens –[ ]: Calendar screen display • Switch the screen by touching [ ]/[ ] if these are displayed on the slide bar. • The screen can be switched by dragging the slide bar up or down (P8). • The screen can be switched gradually by dragging the screen up or down (P8).
Basic Playing Back Motion Pictures This unit was designed to play motion pictures using the AVCHD, MP4 and QuickTime Motion JPEG formats. In Playback Mode, select a picture with the motion picture icon (such as [ ]/[ ]) and touch [ ] in the middle of the screen. A Motion picture icon B The motion picture recording time • After playback starts, the elapsed playback time is displayed on the screen. For example, 8 minutes and 30 seconds is displayed as [8m30s].
Basic ∫ Operations performed during Motion Picture Playback 1 Display control panel by touching screen. • If no operation is performed for about 2 seconds, it will return to original status. 2 Operate control panel by touching. Play/Pause Stop Fast rewind¢ Fast forward¢ Frame-by-frame rewind (while pausing) Frame-by-frame forward (while pausing) Increase volume level Reduce volume level ¢The fast forward/rewind speed increases if you touch [ ]/[ ] again.
Basic Deleting Pictures Once deleted, pictures cannot be recovered. • Pictures on the built-in memory or the card, that are being played back will be deleted. • Pictures that are not in the DCF standard or those that are protected cannot be deleted. To delete a single picture In Playback Mode, select the picture to delete and touch [ ]. Touch [Delete Single]. • Confirmation screen is displayed. Picture is deleted by selecting [Yes].
Basic To delete multiple pictures (up to 50) or all the pictures In Playback Mode, touch [ ]. Touch [Delete Multi] or [Delete All]. • [Delete All] > Confirmation screen is displayed. Pictures are deleted by selecting [Yes]. • It is possible to delete all pictures except the ones set as favourite when [All Delete Except Favorite] is selected with the [Delete All] set. (When [Delete Multi] is selected) Touch the picture to be deleted. (repeat this step) •[ ] appears on the selected pictures.
Basic Setting the Menu The camera comes with menus that allow you to choose the settings for taking pictures and playing them back as you like and menus that enable you to have more fun with the camera and use it more easily. 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.
Basic Touch the menu item. • The page can be changed by touching [ ]/[ ]. Touch the Settings. • Depending on the menu item, its setting may not appear or it may be displayed in a different way. Touch [OK]. ∫ Close the menu Touch [ ] several times or press the shutter button halfway. Note • There are functions that cannot be set or used depending on the modes or menu settings being used on the camera due to the specifications.
Basic Call up commonly used menus with ease ([Shortcut setting]) You can use shortcuts to easily change the menu settings from the recording screen. You can register up to 6 of your favourite menus to the shortcuts. Calling a shortcut 1 In Recording Mode, touch [ ]. 2 Touch the icon of the menu item. • At time of purchase, [Exposure] (P88), [Flash] (P75), [Macro Mode] (P86) and [Selftimer] (P78) are registered. 3 Touch the icon for the setting. • Touch [ ] to close.
Basic About the Setup Menu [Clock Set], [Economy] and [Auto Review] are important items. Check their settings before using them. For details on how to select the [Setup] menu settings, refer to P39. [Clock Set] — • Refer to P20 for details. Set the time in your home area and travel destination. You can display the local times at the travel destinations and record them on the pictures you take. After selecting [Destination] or [Home], select your area with [ ]/[ ] and touch [Set].
Basic Departure date and return date of the travel as well as the name of the travel destination can be set. You can display the number of days that have passed when playing back the pictures and stamp it on the recorded pictures with [Text Stamp] (P108). [Travel Setup]: [Set]: Departure date and return date are set. Elapsed days (how many days after) of the travel are recorded. [Travel Date] [Off]: Elapsed days are not recorded.
Basic This allows you to set the beep and shutter sound. [Beep Level]: [Beep] t u s [Shutter Vol.]: [Low] [High] [OFF] [Low] [High] [OFF] [Beep Tone]: [Pattern 1] [Pattern 2] [Pattern 3] [Volume] [Shutter Tone]: [Pattern 1] [Pattern 2] [Pattern 3] Adjust the volume of the speaker to any of the 7 levels. • When you connect the camera to a TV, the volume of the TV speakers does not change. Also, when connected, no sound is output from the camera speakers.
Basic These menu settings make it easier to see the LCD monitor when you are in bright places. [LCD Mode] „ [Auto Power LCD]¢: The brightness is adjusted automatically depending on how bright it is around the camera. … [Power LCD]: The LCD monitor becomes brighter and easier to see even when taking pictures outdoors. [Off] ¢ Can be set only when Recording Mode is set.
Basic This allows you to set either to display or not display the histogram. [On]/[Off] [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. A dark B optimal C bright • When you take pictures with the flash or in dark places, the Histogram is displayed in orange because the recorded picture and the Histogram do not match each other.
Basic You can conserve the battery life by setting these menus. Also, the battery life is conserved by dimming the LCD monitor. [Auto Power Off]: The camera is automatically turned off if the camera has not been used for the time selected on the setting. [2 minutes] [5 minutes] [Economy] [10 minutes] [Off] [LCD Power Save]: Brightness of the LCD monitor is lowered. The battery life will be conserved by lowering the image quality of the LCD monitor further during the recording¢.
Basic [No.Reset] Reset the file number of the next recording to 0001. • The folder number is updated and the file number starts from 0001. • A folder number between 100 and 999 can be assigned. When the folder number reaches 999, the number cannot be reset. We recommend formatting the card (P51) after saving the data on a PC or elsewhere. • To reset the folder number to 100, format the built-in memory or the card first and then use this function to reset the file number.
Basic Set to match the colour television system in each country or the type of TV. [Video Out]: [NTSC]: Video output is set to NTSC system. [PAL]: Video output is set to PAL system. [Output] • This will operate when the AV cable (optional) or HDMI mini cable (optional) is connected. [TV Aspect]: W [16:9]: When connecting to a 16:9 screen TV. X [4:3]: When connecting to a 4:3 screen TV. • This will work when the AV cable (optional) is connected.
Basic Setup the output method for 3D pictures. [3D]: Set when connecting to a 3D compatible television. [3D Playback] [2D]: Set when connecting to a television not compatible with 3D. Set this when you would like to view pictures in 2D (conventional image) on a 3D compatible television. • This will work when the HDMI mini cable (optional) is connected. • Refer to P134 for the method to playback 3D pictures in 3D.
Basic [Format] The built-in memory or card is formatted (Pictures in My Photo Album are also formatted). Formatting irretrievably deletes all the data so check the data carefully before formatting. • Use a battery with sufficient battery power when formatting. Do not turn the camera off during formatting. • If a card has been inserted, only the card is formatted. To format the built-in memory, remove the card. • If the card has been formatted on a PC or other equipment, format it on the camera again.
Recording Recording About the LCD Monitor Touch [ ] to change. • During Playback Zoom, while playing back motion pictures and during a slide show, you can only select “Normal display G” or “No display I”.
Recording Applicable modes: Taking pictures using the touch operation (Touch Shutter function) Just by touching the subject to focus, it will focus on the subject and take the picture automatically. Touch [ × ]. • Icon will change to [ ], and taking a picture with the Touch Shutter function becomes possible. : Touch Shutter enabled × : Touch Shutter disabled Touch the subject you wish to focus on, and then take a picture. • AF area is displayed at the position you touch, and a picture is taken.
Recording Applicable modes: Match the focusing and exposure to a desired subject using touch operations (Touch AF/AE) It is possible to set the focus and exposure to the subject specified on the touch screen. • Perform the operation after cancelling the touch shutter function. Touch the subject you wish to focus on. • The AF area can be set freely at a position on the screen. (Cannot be set at the edge of the screen) • Action will vary depending on the setting of [AF Mode] (P84).
Recording ∫ Setting up [ ] (AF Tracking) • The AF tracking frame will turn red and then turn off if the lock fails. Try to lock the frame again. • The camera records pictures with [AF Mode] as [ ] when locked or Dynamic Tracking is not working. • AF Tracking is cancelled when the Touch Shutter is set to [ ].
Recording Applicable modes: Using zoom Using the Optical Zoom/Using the Extra Optical Zoom (EZ)/Using the Intelligent Zoom/Using the Digital Zoom You can zoom in to make people and objects appear closer or zoom out to record landscapes in wide angle. Setting the number of pixels to 8M or less will operate the Extra Optical Zoom to take zoomed pictures without affecting quality. To make subjects appear closer use (Tele) Move the zoom lever to the Tele side.
Recording ∫ Screen display A B C D E Extra Optical Zoom indication Optical Zoom range Intelligent Zoom range Digital Zoom range Zoom magnification • When using the Zoom function, an estimate of the focus range will appear in conjunction with the zoom display bar. (Example: 0.5 m (1.64 ft.) –¶) Note • The indicated zoom magnification is an approximation. • “EZ” is an abbreviation of “Extra Optical Zoom”. It is possible to take more magnified pictures with the optical zoom.
Recording Zooming with touch operation Touch [ ]. • The slide bar is displayed. Drag the slidebar to zoom. • You can also zoom by touching the zoom icon. [ ] The zoom position automatically moves to Tele.¢ [ ] The zoom position automatically moves to Wide.¢ / Slow zooming / Fast zooming ¢Touching the icon again during the move stops the move. • Zoom speed may be slower than normal in recording motion pictures.
Recording Recording Mode: Taking Pictures with different image effects (Creative Control Mode) You can add effects to the image as you record. You can set the effects you are adding as checking the recording screen. Touch the Recording Mode icon in Recording Mode. On the Recording Mode list screen, touch [Creative Control]. Touch the Creative Control Mode to set. • The page can be changed by touching [ ]/[ ].
Recording Note • Creative Control Modes can be changed by touching [Creative Control] from the menu screen. • Creative Control settings are memorised even if the camera is turned off. • Because the camera is adjusted automatically during Creative Control Mode, the settings cannot be made for [Sensitivity], [White Balance], [i.Exposure], [Min. Shtr Speed], or [Color Mode].
Recording Set the type of blurring for [Miniature Effect] With [Miniature Effect] you can make the subject stand out by intentionally creating defocused and in-focus portions. You can set the recording orientation (defocus orientation) and the position and size of the in-focus portion. 1 2 Select [Miniature Effect] using Step 3 on P59 and then touch [OK]. 3 Touch [ ] to set the recording orientation (defocus orientation). Touch [ ] or the screen to display the setting screen.
Recording Recording 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. Touch the Recording Mode icon in Recording Mode. On the Recording Mode list screen, touch [Scene Mode]. Touch the scene mode to set. Touch [OK]. Note • Scene Modes can be changed by touching [Scene Mode] from the menu screen.
Recording [Panorama Shot] Pictures are recorded continuously while moving the camera horizontally or vertically, and are combined to make a single panorama picture. 1 Select the recording direction, and touch [OK]. 2 Check the recording direction, and touch [OK]. • A horizontal/vertical guide is displayed. 3 Press the shutter button halfway to focus. 4 Press the shutter button fully and record a picture while moving the camera in a small circle in the direction selected in Step 1.
Recording Note • The zoom position is fixed to Wide. • The focus, white balance, and exposure are fixed at the optimum values for the first picture. As a result, if the focus or brightness changes substantially during recording, the entire panorama picture may not be recorded at the suitable focus or brightness. • When multiple pictures are combined to create a single panorama picture, the subject may appear distorted or the connection points may be noticeable in some cases.
Recording [Sports] Setting for when you want to take pictures of sports scenes or other fast-moving events. Note • Shutter speed may slow down for up to 1 second. • This mode is suitable for taking pictures of subjects at distances of 5 m (16 feet) or more. [Night Portrait] This allows you to take pictures of a person and the background with near real-life brightness. ∫ Technique for Night Portrait Mode • Use the flash. (You can set to [ ].) • Ask the subject not to move while taking a picture.
Recording [Food] This mode allows you to take pictures of food with a natural hue without being affected by the ambient light in restaurants, etc. [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] (P108).
Recording [Pet] Select this mode 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. For information about [Age] or [Name], refer to [Baby1]/[Baby2] on P66. [Sunset] Select this mode when you want to take pictures of a sunset view. This allows you to take vivid pictures of the red colour of the sun. [High Sens.] This mode minimises the jitter of the subjects, and enables you to take pictures of these subjects in dimly lit rooms.
Recording Recording Mode: Taking 3D pictures (3D Photo Mode) Pictures are recorded continuously while moving the camera horizontally, and two picutres selected automatically are combined to make a single 3D picture. To view 3D pictures, a television that supports 3D is required (This unit will playback in 2D). Refer to P134 for details about the playback method. Touch the Recording Mode icon in Recording Mode. On the Recording Mode list screen, touch [3D Photo].
Recording Recording Mode: Taking pictures while changing the skin texture (Cosmetic Mode) Pictures can be taken while setting the texture or clearness of the skin. Touch the Recording Mode icon in Recording Mode. On the Recording Mode list screen, touch [Cosmetic Mode]. Touch the item. Item Adjustment contents [Soft Skin] To take a picture with soft skin. [Natural Skin] To bring out the original beauty of the skin. [Summer Look] To create healthy tanned skin such as at the beach.
Recording Applicable modes: Recording Taking a Picture with Face Recognition Function Face Recognition is a function which finds a face resembling a registered face and prioritises 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. [Face Recog.] is initially set to [Off] on the camera. [Face Recog.] will turn [On] automatically when the face image is registered.
Recording 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. • Make sure there is no extreme shading on the face when registering.
Recording Set the item. • You can register up to 3 face images. Item [Name] Description of settings It is possible to register names. 1 Select [Set] and touch [OK]. 2 Enter the name. • For details on how to enter characters, refer to “Entering Text” section on P74. [Age] It is possible to register the birthday. 1 Select [Set] and touch [OK]. 2 Set the Year/Month/Day by touching [3]/[4] for each item, and touch [Set]. [Focus Icon] Change the displayed focus icon when the subject is focused.
Recording Change or delete the information for a registered person You can modify the pictures or information of an already registered person. You can also delete the information of the registered person. 1 2 3 4 Select [Face Recog.] from the [Rec] menu. (P39) Select [Memory], and touch [OK]. Touch the face image to edit or delete. Set the item. Item Description of settings [Info Edit] Changing the information of an already registered person. Perform step 5 in “Face Settings”.
Recording Entering Text It is possible to enter babies’ and pets’ names and the names of travel destinations when recording. (Only alphabetical characters and symbols can be entered.) Display the entry screen. • You can display the entry screen via the following operations. – [Name] of [Baby1]/[Baby2] or [Pet] in Scene Mode – [Name] in [Face Recog.] – [Location] in [Travel Date] – [Title Edit] Enter characters.
Recording Using the [Rec] Menu For details on [Rec] Mode menu settings, refer to P39. [Flash] Applicable modes: Set the flash to match the recording. ‡ ‰ Œ Settings [Auto] [iAuto]¢1 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.
Recording ∫ Available Flash Settings in Recording Mode The available flash settings depend on the Recording Mode. (±: Available, —: Not available, ¥: Scene Mode initial setting) ‡ ± ‰ ¢ ± *:; , / . 1í9 ï Œ — — — ± ± ± ± ± ± ± ¥ ± — — — — — ¥ ¥ — ± — ± — — — ¥ ± ± — ± — ¥ ¥ ± ± — ± ± ± ± — ± ¢ [ ] is displayed. • The flash setting may change if the Recording Mode is changed. Set the flash setting again if necessary.
Recording ∫ Shutter speed for each flash setting Flash setting Shutter speed (Sec.) Flash setting ‡ Shutter speed (Sec.) ¢1 1/60¢1 to 1/1600 ‰ Œ 1 to 1/1600 1 or 1/8 to 1/1600¢2 1 or 1/4 to 1/1600¢2, 3 ¢1 It may vary depending on the [Min. Shtr Speed] setting. ¢2 When [Min. Shtr Speed] is set to [Auto]. ¢3 When [Sensitivity] is set to [ ]. • ¢2, 3: The shutter speed becomes a maximum of 1 second in the following cases. – When the Optical Image Stabiliser is set to [Off].
Recording [Selftimer] Applicable modes: This is for recording still pictures using the timer. Settings [10sec.] Description of settings Pictures are taken 10 seconds after shutter is pressed. [2sec.] • When using a tripod, etc., this setting is a convenient way to Pictures are taken 2 seconds after shutter is pressed. avoid the jitter caused by pressing the shutter button. j [Off] • Press the shutter button halfway to focus and then press it fully to take the picture.
Recording [Picture Size] Applicable modes: 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. Settings [4000k3000] [3264k2448]¢ [2560k1920] [2048k1536]¢ [640k480] [4000k2672] [4000k2248] [2992k2992] ¢ This item cannot be set in the Intelligent Auto Mode. 4:3 : Aspect ratio of a 4:3 TV 3:2 : Aspect ratio of a 35 mm film camera 16:9 : Aspect ratio of a high-definition TV, etc.
Recording [Quality] Applicable modes: Set the compression rate at which the pictures are to be stored. Settings Description of settings A [Fine] when giving priority to the picture quality › [Standard] when using the standard picture quality and increasing the number of pictures to be recorded without changing the number of pixels Note • The quality is fixed to [›] under the following conditions. – In [Handheld Night Shot] or [High Sens.
Recording [Sensitivity] Applicable modes: This allows the sensitivity to light (ISO sensitivity) to be set. Setting to a higher number enables pictures to be taken even in dark places without the resulting pictures coming out dark. Settings Description of settings [Auto] The ISO sensitivity is automatically adjusted according to the brightness. • Maximum [400] (With the flash on [1600]) [i.ISO] The ISO sensitivity is adjusted according to the movement of the subject and the brightness.
Recording [White Balance] Applicable modes: In sunlight, under incandescent lights or in other such conditions where the colour of white takes on a reddish or bluish tinge, this item adjusts to the colour of white which is closest to what is seen by the eye in accordance with the light source.
Recording Setting the White Balance manually Set the White Balance value. Use to match the condition when taking photographs. 1 Touch [Ò]. 2 Touch [ ]. 3 Aim the camera at a sheet of white paper etc., so that the frame in the centre is filled by the white object only and then touch [Set]. • If the subject is overly bright or overly dark, you may not be able to set the White Balance. If this is the case, adjust to an appropriate brightness and then set the White Balance again.
Recording [AF Mode] Applicable modes: This allows the focusing method that suits the positions and number of the subjects to be selected. Settings š Description of settings [Face Detection] The camera automatically detects the person’s face. The focus and exposure can then be adjusted to fit the face no matter what portion of the picture it is in. (max. 15 areas) [AF Tracking] Focus can be adjusted to a specified subject. Focus will keep on following the subject even if it moves.
Recording ∫ 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 the faces within the yellow AF areas are also brought into focus.
Recording [Macro Mode] Applicable modes: This mode allows you to take close-up pictures of a subject, e.g. when taking pictures of flowers. Settings [AF Macro] Description of settings You can take pictures of a subject as close as 5 cm (0.16 feet) from the lens by pressing the zoom lever completely to Wide (1k). Use this setting to get close to the subject and then further enlarge when taking the picture.
Recording [Quick AF] Applicable modes: As long as the camera is held steady, the camera will automatically adjust the focus and focus adjustment will then be quicker when the shutter is pressed. This is useful when you do not want to miss a picture-taking opportunity. Settings: [On]/[Off] Note • The battery will be consumed faster than usual. • Press the shutter button halfway again when it is difficult to focus on the subject. • It does not operate during AF tracking.
Recording [Exposure] Applicable modes: 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. Underexposed Properly exposed Compensate the exposure towards positive. Overexposed Compensate the exposure towards negative. 1 Adjust the exposure by dragging the slide bar. • Select [0 EV] to return to the original exposure. 2 Touch [OK]. • Exit the menu after it is set.
Recording [Auto Bracket] Applicable modes: In this mode, 3 pictures are automatically recorded in the selected exposure compensation range each time the shutter button is pressed. With Auto Bracket d1 EV 1st picture 2nd picture 3rd picture d0 EV j1 EV i1 EV 1 Touch [ 2 Adjust the compensation range of the exposure by touching [ ]/[ ]. • When you do not use Auto Bracket, select [OFF] (0). 3 Touch [OK]. • Exit the menu after it is set. ] during exposure compensation.
Recording [i.Exposure] Applicable modes: Contrast and exposure will be adjusted automatically when there is a big difference in brightness between the background and subject, to bring the image close to real life. Settings: [On]/[Off] Note •[ ] in the screen turns yellow when [i.Exposure] is in effect. • Even when the [Sensitivity] is set to [100], [Sensitivity] may be set higher than [100] if the picture is taken with [i.Exposure]. • Compensation effect may not be achieved depending on the conditions.
Recording [i.Resolution] Applicable modes: Pictures with sharp profile and resolution can be taken by using the Intelligent Resolution Technology. Settings Description of settings [On] [i.Resolution] is activated. [i.Zoom] [i.Resolution] is activated, and zoom magnification increased to 2 times while limiting deterioration of the picture. [Off] — Note • Refer to P56 for information about the Intelligent Zoom.
Recording [Burst] Applicable modes: Pictures are taken continuously while the shutter button is pressed. Settings [On] Description of settings Burst speed approx. 3.7 pictures/second Number of recordable pictures max. 6 pictures • Focus, exposure, and White Balance will be fixed to the settings for the first picture. Depending on changes in the brightness of the subject, the recording may be brighter or darker from the second picture.
Recording Settings Description of settings Number of recordable pictures [Flash Burst] max. 5 pictures • Still pictures are taken continuously with flash. • This can be set only during Normal Picture Mode. • The picture size is fixed to 3M (4:3), 2.5M (3:2), 2M (16:9) or 2.5M (1:1). • Settings for focus, zoom, exposure, shutter speed, ISO sensitivity, flash output are fixed to the first picture. • Number of recordable pictures will be fixed to 5 pictures when the self-timer is used.
Recording [Color Mode] Applicable modes: Sets various colour effects, including making the picture sharper, brighter, or applying a sepia tone. Settings Description of settings [ ] ([Standard]) This is the standard setting. [ ] ([Happy])¢1 Image with enhanced brightness and vividness. [ ] ([Vivid])¢2 The picture becomes sharper. [ ] ([B&W]) The picture becomes black and white. [ ] ([Sepia]) The picture becomes sepia. ¢1 This can be set only when Intelligent Auto Mode is set.
Recording [Red-Eye Removal] Applicable modes: When Red-Eye Reduction ([ ], [ ]) is selected, Digital Red-Eye Correction is performed whenever the flash is used. The camera automatically detects red-eye and corrects the picture. Settings: [On]/[Off] Note • Only available when [AF Mode] is set to [š] and Face Detection is active. • Under certain circumstances, red-eye cannot be corrected.
Recording [Date Stamp] Applicable modes: You can take a picture with date and time of recording. Settings Description of settings [W/O Time] Stamp the year, month, and day. [With Time] Stamp the year, month, day, hour, and minutes. [Off] — Note • Date information for pictures recorded with the [Date Stamp] set cannot be deleted. • When printing pictures with [Date Stamp] at a shop or with a printer, the date will be printed on top of the other if you choose to print with the date.
Recording Using the [Motion Picture] Menu For details on [Motion Picture] Mode menu settings, refer to P39. In [Panorama Shot] in Scene Mode, the [Motion Picture] menu will not be displayed. [Rec Mode] Applicable modes: This sets up the data format of motion pictures. Settings Description of settings [AVCHD] Select this format to record HD (high definition) video for playback on your HDTV using an HDMI connection. [MP4] Select this format to record standard definition video for playback on your PC.
Recording [Rec Quality] Applicable modes: This sets up the picture quality of motion pictures. When [AVCHD] is selected Settings Picture size/Bit rate fps [FSH AVCHD] 1920k1080 pixels/ Approx. 17 Mbps 50i (CCD output is 25 fps) [SH AVCHD Lite] 1280k720 pixels/ Approx. 17 Mbps 50p (CCD output is 25 fps) Settings Picture size/Bit rate fps [FHD MP4] 1920k1080 pixels/ Approx. 20 Mbps [HD MP4] 1280k720 pixels/ Approx. 10 Mbps [VGA MP4] 640k480 pixels/ Approx.
Recording [Continuous AF] Applicable modes: It will continually keep on focusing on a subject for which the focus was once set. Settings: [On]/[Off] Note • Set this function to [Off] if you wish to fix the focus on the position where you started the motion picture recording. [Wind Cut] Applicable modes: This prevents the recording of wind-noise automatically. Settings: [Auto]/[Off] Note • Sound quality may be different than usual when [Wind Cut] is set.
Playback/Editing Playback/Editing Various methods of playback You can play back the recorded pictures in various methods. With the camera in Playback Mode, touch the Playback Mode icon. On the screen listing the Playback Modes, touch Playback Mode. • Following items can be selected. [Normal Play] (P33) [Filtering Play] (P103) [2D/3D Settings]¢ [Playback Album] (P104) [Slide Show] (P101) [Calendar] (P104) ¢ The playback method for the 3D pictures can be switched.
Playback/Editing [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 3D pictures etc. We recommend this feature when you view your pictures by connecting the camera to a TV. Touch the group to play back. • Refer to P134 for the method to playback [3D Play] pictures in 3D.
Playback/Editing ∫ 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 or music 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.
Playback/Editing [Filtering Play] Pictures are classified into only still pictures, only motion pictures, or only 3D pictures etc., and played back. Item Settings [Picture Only] Only still pictures are played back. [Video Only] Only motion pictures are played back. [3D Play] • Refer to P134 for the method to playback [3D Play] pictures in 3D. Only 3D pictures are played back.
Playback/Editing [Playback Album] Pictures registered to an album can be played back by the albums with [My Photo Album]. • For details on [My Photo Album], refer to P106. [Calendar] You can display pictures by recording date. Touch [ ]/[ played back. ] to select the month to be • If there were no pictures recorded during a month, that month is not displayed. ] to display the multi playback screen. • Touch [ Select the date you wish to play back, and then touch [Set].
Playback/Editing Using the [Playback] Menu You can setup pictures to be uploaded to image sharing sites and perform editing like cropping recorded pictures, as well as set up the protection of recorded images, etc. • With [Text Stamp], [Resize] or [Cropping], 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.
Playback/Editing ∫ Cancelling all the [Upload Set] settings 1 Select [Upload Set] on the [Playback] menu. 2 Touch [Cancel]. • Confirmation screen is displayed. It is executed when [Yes] is selected. Exit the menu after it is executed. Note • Setting may not be possible for pictures recorded with other cameras. • It cannot be set with the card less than 512 MB. [My Photo Album] Pictures can be copied into specific albums and you can selectively retrieve your favourite ones.
Playback/Editing [Title Edit] You can add text (comments) to pictures. After text has been registered, it can be stamped in prints using [Text Stamp] (P108). Select [Title Edit] on the [Playback] menu. (P39) Touch [Single] or [Multi]. Select an image to add text to. • [’] is displayed for pictures with titles already registered. [Single] setting Select an image and touch [Set]. [Multi] setting 1 Touch a picture (repeat). • Selection will be cancelled by touching the same picture again. 2 Touch [OK].
Playback/Editing [Text Stamp] You can stamp the recording date/time, name, location, travel date or title onto the recorded pictures. Select [Text Stamp] on the [Playback] menu. (P39) Touch [Single] or [Multi]. Select an image you wish to stamp with text. • [‘] is displayed on pictures already with date or text stamped. [Single] setting Select an image and touch [Set]. [Multi] setting 1 Touch a picture (repeat). • Selection will be cancelled by touching the same picture 2 Touch [OK]. again.
Playback/Editing Select the information item that you want to stamp, and touch [OK]. Item Setting item [Shooting Date] [W/O Time]: Stamp the year, month and date. [With Time]: Stamp the year, month, day, hour and minutes. [Off] [Face Recognition]: [Name] [Baby/Pet]: Stamps names registered in name settings for [Face Recog.]. Stamps names registered in name settings for [Baby1]/[Baby2] or [Pet] in Scene Mode. [Off] [On]: [Location] Stamps the travel destination name set under [Location].
Playback/Editing [Video Divide] Recorded motion picture can be divided in two. It is recommended for when you want to divide a part you need with a part you do not need. It cannot be restored once divided. Select [Video Divide] on the [Playback] menu. (P39) Select the motion picture you wish to divide, and touch [Set]. Touch [ ] at the location to divide. • Motion picture is played back from the same location when [ • Make fine adjustments to the division position by touching [ picture is paused.
Playback/Editing [Resize] To allow easy posting to web pages, attachment to e-mail etc., picture size (number of pixels) is reduced. Select [Resize] on the [Playback] menu. (P39) Touch [Single] or [Multi]. Select the picture and size. [Single] setting 1 Select the picture and touch [Set]. 2 Touch the size you wish to change, and then touch [Set]. • Confirmation screen is displayed. It is executed when [Yes] is selected. Exit the menu after it is executed.
Playback/Editing [Cropping] You can enlarge and then crop the important part of the recorded picture. Select [Cropping] on the [Playback] menu. (P39) Select an image, and then touch [Set]. Select the parts to be cropped. Touch [ ]: Enlarge Touch [ ]: Reduce Drag: Move Touch [Set]. • Confirmation screen is displayed. It is executed when [Yes] is selected. Exit the menu after it is executed. Note • The picture quality of the cropped picture will deteriorate.
Playback/Editing [Favorite] You can do the following if a mark has been added to pictures and they have been set as favourites. • Play back only the pictures set as favourites. ([Favorite] in [Filtering Play]) • Play back the pictures set as favourites only as a slide show. • Delete all the pictures not set as favourites. ([All Delete Except Favorite]) Select [Favorite] on the [Playback] menu. (P39) Touch [Single] or [Multi]. Select the picture. [Single] setting Select the picture and touch [Set].
Playback/Editing [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 (P118) and then set the print setting.
Playback/Editing ∫ Cancelling all the [Print Set] settings 1 Select [Print Set] on the [Playback] menu. 2 Touch [Cancel]. • Confirmation screen is displayed. It is executed when [Yes] is selected. Exit the menu after it is executed. ∫ To print the date After setting the number of prints, set/cancel printing with the recording date by touching [Date]. • Depending on the photo printing store or the printer, the date may not be printed even if you set to print the date.
Playback/Editing [Protect] You can set protection for pictures you do not want to delete by mistake. Select [Protect] on the [Playback] menu. (P39) Touch [Single] or [Multi]. Select the picture. [Single] setting Select the picture and touch [Set]. • Setting is cancelled by touching [Cancel]. • Exit the menu after it is set. [Multi] setting Touch the picture you wish to protect. • Setting is cancelled by touching the same picture again. • Exit the menu after it is set.
Playback/Editing [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] menu. (P39) Touch [Replace] or [Cancel]. Select an image, and then touch [Set]. Touch the name of the person you wish to edit. (When [Replace] is selected) Touch the person to replace. • Confirmation screen is displayed. It is executed when [Yes] is selected. Exit the menu after it is executed.
Playback/Editing [Copy] You can copy data of pictures you have taken from the built-in memory onto a card or from a card into the built-in memory. Select [Copy] on the [Playback] menu. (P39) Touch the copy direction. [IN -> SD]: All the picture data in the built-in memory are copied onto the card at one time. [SD -> IN]: One picture at a time is copied from the card to the built-in memory. Select an image, and then touch [Set]. • Confirmation screen is displayed. It is executed when [Yes] is selected.
Retouching Retouching Applying beauty and make-up effects ([Beauty Retouch]) You can change the impression made by your recorded subjects by defining facial outlines and smoothing the skin with the beauty treatment effect and adding eye makeup and cheek colour with the makeup effect. • The processed pictures are newly generated, so be sure that you have enough space in the built-in memory or on the card.
Retouching [Aesthetic Retouch] Description of settings Item [ ] ([Clear Skin]) Reduces blemishes and dullness in the skin while bringing out clearness. [ ] ([Shine Removal]) Shiny areas of the skin are matted down. [ ] ([Whitening]) Eyes and teeth are whitened and beautified. [ ] ([Lift Up]) Face lines are sharpened. [ ] ([Eye Emphasis]) Eyes look bigger and defined. [Foundation] Item Description of settings Adjusts foundation colour.
Retouching Set your desired effect. • With [Smile] selected, touch [ON] to set. • To continue to add different effects, repeat steps 4 and 5. • After finishing the still picture editing, touch [OK]. Selecting [Yes] on the confirmation screen displays the still picture before application and after application. Touch [OK]. • When there are several people with arrows added, you can now edit the next person. Repeat Steps 3, 4 and 5.
Retouching You can register your favourite retouch settings (My Beauty setting) You can register up to three sets of beauty retouch settings. • Set the retouch settings to the state you wish to register. 1 2 In Step 6 on P121, touch [Memory]. Touch registration destinations ([My Beauty 1], [My Beauty 2] or [My Beauty 3]). • The beauty retouching settings are registered, and the procedure returns to step 6 on P121. Note • The [Smile] setting cannot be registered.
Retouching Adding image effects ([Artistic Retouch]) You can add effects to the images you have recorded and change vibrancy and brightness to suit your preferences. • The processed pictures are newly generated, so be sure that you have enough space in the built-in memory or on the card. Note also that processing will not be possible if the Write-Protect switch of the card is in the [LOCK] position. Select a still picture and touch [ ]. Touch [Artistic Retouch].
Retouching [Defocus Effect] Blurs the background, making the subject stand out. Touch [Defocus Effect]. Touch the part that you want to stand out from the background. Drag the slide bar to change the size of the part that will stand out. Touch [OK]. • Confirmation screen is displayed. It is executed when [Yes] is selected.
Retouching [Creative Retouch] Add an effect to produce a striking picture. Touch [Creative Retouch]. Touch the item. • The page can be changed by touching [ ]/[ ]. • When [Toy Effect] is selected, you can change between cool, standard and warm colours by touching colour icons. Item Effect [Expressive] This is a pop art style image effect that emphasises the colour. [Retro] This is a soft image effect that gives the appearance of a tarnished photograph.
Retouching [Color/Brightness] You can modify the saturation or brightness of the picture. Touch [Color/Brightness]. Touch the item. Item Description of settings [ ] ([Color]) Saturation can be changed. [ ] ([Brightness]) Brightness can be changed. Drag the slide bar to set the effects. • Saturation and brightness effects can be set simultaneously. Touch [OK]. • Confirmation screen is displayed. It is executed when [Yes] is selected.
Retouching Improving the Visual Quality at the Touch of a Button ([Auto Retouch]) This automatically adjusts the balance between the vividness and brightness of the picture that you took. • The processed pictures are newly generated, so be sure that you have enough space in the built-in memory or on the card. Note also that processing will not be possible if the Write-Protect switch of the card is in the [LOCK] position. ¢ These pictures are examples to show the effect.
Retouching Stamping images ([Image Stamp]) Apply your favourite stamps to recorded pictures, including hearts and stars. • The processed pictures are newly generated, so be sure that you have enough space in the built-in memory or on the card. Note also that processing will not be possible if the Write-Protect switch of the card is in the [LOCK] position. Select a still picture and touch [ ]. Touch [Image Stamp]. Touch the position you wish to stamp. • Up to 10 stamps can be applied at once.
Retouching ∫ Changing or removing stamps Touch the icon below to change or remove a stamp. Item [ Description of settings ] ([Image Stamp]) Touch the icon of the stamp you wish to use. • You can select from 32 different stamps. • The display of [ ] will change to the selected stamp. • The icon can be rotated by touching [ [ ]. • The page can be changed by touching [ [ ]. ]/ ]/ [ ] ([Delete Stamps]) Touch the stamp you wish to delete on the screen.
Connecting to other equipment Connecting to other equipment Playing Back Pictures on a TV Screen Pictures recorded with this unit can be played back on a TV screen. Preparations: Turn this unit and the TV off. • Confirm the terminals on your TV and use a cable compatible with the terminals. Image quality may vary with the connected terminals. 1 High quality 2 HDMI socket 3 Video socket Connect the camera and a TV. • Check the direction of the terminals and plug in/out straight holding onto the plug.
Connecting to other equipment To connect with an AV cable (optional) • Always use a genuine Panasonic AV cable (DMW-AVC1: optional). • Check the [TV Aspect]. (P49) • Audio will be played back in monaural. A B C D E F HDMI mini cable (optional) HDMI socket AV cable (optional) Yellow: to the video input socket White: to the audio input socket Align the marks, and insert. Turn on the TV and select the input to match the terminal in use. Turn the camera on, and set to the Playback Mode.
Connecting to other equipment Using VIERA Link (HDMI) What is the VIERA Link (HDMI) (HDAVI Control™)? • 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 an HDMI mini cable (optional) for automatic linked operations. (Not all operations are possible.
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. Automatic input switching: • If you connect with an HDMI mini cable and then turn on the power on this unit, and then press [(], the input channel on the TV automatically switches to this unit’s screen.
Connecting to other equipment Playing back 3D pictures Connecting the camera to a 3D compatible television and playing back pictures taken in 3D allows you to enjoy 3D pictures for extra impact. It is also possible to playback the recorded 3D pictures by inserting an SD card into the 3D compatible television with an SD card slot. For current information regarding devices that can play back 3D pictures recorded with this unit, please refer to the below support site. http://panasonic.
Connecting to other equipment Note • When the picture is not appropriate to view in 3D (disparity is too large, etc.) – [Slide Show]: The picture will be played back in 2D. – [Filtering Play]: Confirmation screen is displayed. Select whether or not to play back the picture in 3D. • 2 pictures may be displayed side by side when a 3D picture is played back on a TV that is not 3D compatible.
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, MPO, AVCHD, or MP4). Here are a few suggestions. Copy by inserting the SD card into the recorder Panasonic devices compatible with the respective file format (such as a Blu-ray Disc recorder) can be used to copy the images. For details on compatible devices, refer to the support sites below.
Connecting to other equipment Copy the playback image using an AV cable Copy images played back with this unit to Blu-ray disc, DVD disc, hard disk, or video using a Blu-ray Disc Recorder, DVD recorder, or video. This can be played back with equipment that is not compatible with high definition, so it is convenient for distributing copies. Image will be standard quality instead of high definition at this time.
Connecting to other equipment Copying to a PC using “PHOTOfunSTUDIO” The software “PHOTOfunSTUDIO” on the CD-ROM (supplied) can be used to save all the still pictures and motion pictures recorded by the camera in their various formats to your computer. 1 Install “PHOTOfunSTUDIO” to the PC. • Read the separate “Basic Operating Instructions” for more information about the software 2 Connect camera to PC.
Connecting to other equipment Connecting to a PC You can transfer the pictures in the camera to a PC by connecting the camera and the PC. • Some PCs can read directly from the card removed from the camera. For details, refer to the operating instructions of your PC. • If the computer being used does not support SDXC Memory Cards, a message prompting you to format may appear. (Doing so will cause recorded images to be erased so do not choose to format.
Connecting to other equipment Acquiring of still pictures and [MP4] motion pictures (other than [AVCHD] motion pictures) Preparations: Turn on the camera and the PC. Remove the card before using the pictures in the built-in memory. Connect the computer and camera with the USB connection cable (supplied). • Check the directions of the connectors, and plug them straight in or unplug them straight out. (Otherwise, the connectors may bend out of shape, which will cause a malfunction.
Connecting to other equipment Note • Use a battery with sufficient battery power. If the remaining battery power becomes low while the camera and the PC are communicating, the status indicator blinks and the alarm beeps. Refer to “Disconnecting the USB connection cable safely” (P142) before disconnecting the USB connection cable. Otherwise, data may be destroyed. • Before inserting or removing a card, turn the camera off and disconnect the USB connection cable. Otherwise, data may be destroyed.
Connecting to other equipment ∫ Disconnecting the USB connection cable safely Select the [ ] icon in the task tray displayed on the PC, and then click [Eject DMC-XXX] (XXX varies by model). • Depending on your PC’s settings, this icon may not be displayed. • If the icon is not displayed, check that [Access] is not displayed on the LCD monitor of the digital camera before removing the hardware.
Connecting to other equipment Uploading the images to sharing sites Still pictures and motion pictures can be uploaded to image sharing sites (Facebook/ YouTube) using the upload tool “LUMIX Image Uploader”. You do not need to transfer the images to the PC or install dedicated software onto the PC, so you can easily upload the images even away from your home or work if there is a PC that is connected to the network. • It is only compatible with a PC with Windows XP/Windows Vista/Windows 7.
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 from the camera’s LCD monitor. • Some printers can print directly from the card removed from the camera. For details, refer to the operating instructions of your printer. Preparations: Turn on the camera and the printer. Remove the card before printing the pictures from the built-in memory.
Connecting to other equipment Selecting a single picture and printing it Select an image, and then touch [Print]. PictBridge 100_0001 1/12 Multi Print Print Single Select Touch [Print start]. Print start • Refer to P146 for the items which can be set before starting to print the pictures. • Disconnect the USB connection cable after printing. Print with Date Num.of prints OFF 1 1/2 Paper Size Selecting multiple pictures and printing them Touch [Multi Print]. Touch the item.
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 on 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 prioritised. { [L/3.5qk5q] 89 mmk127 mm [2L/5qk7q] 127 mmk178 mm [POSTCARD] 100 mmk148 mm [A4] 210 mmk297 mm [A3] 297 mmk420 mm [CARD SIZE] 54 mmk85.6 mm [10k15cm] 100 mmk150 mm [4qk6q] 101.6 mmk152.4 mm [8qk10q] 203.2 mmk254 mm [LETTER] 216 mmk279.4 mm [16:9] 101.6 mmk180.6 mm • Paper sizes not supported by the printer will not be displayed.
Connecting to other equipment ∫ Layout printing When printing a picture several times on 1 sheet of paper For example, if you want to print the same picture 4 times on 1 sheet of paper, set [Page Layout] to [ä] and then set [Num.of prints] to 4 for the picture that you want to print. When printing different pictures on 1 sheet of paper For example, if you want to print 4 different pictures on 1 sheet of paper, set [Page Layout] to [ä] and then set [Num.of prints] to 1 for each of the 4 pictures.
Others Others Screen Display ∫ In recording 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 B&W 15 16 12 35 34 0 17 33 18 32 19 31 3U ISO 30 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 F2.
Others ∫ In playback 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 B&W 100_0001 27 1/12 3s 26 13 14 25 15 24 16 23 16 3U 17 18 22 21 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 20 Playback Mode (P100) Protected picture (P116) Favourite (P113) Date/Text stamped display (P96, 108) Colour Mode (P94) My Photo Album registration (P106) After Artistic retouch/ After Auto Retouch (P123, 127) After Beauty Retouch (P119) Motion picture playback (P35) Play panorama (P64) Picture size (P79) Qua
Others Cautions for Use Optimal use of the camera Keep this unit as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment (such as microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.). • If you use this unit on top of or near a TV, the pictures and/or sound on this unit may be disrupted by electromagnetic wave radiation. • Do not use this unit near cell phones because doing so may result in noise adversely affecting the pictures and/or sound.
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. • Place the removed battery in a plastic bag, and store or keep away from metallic objects (clips, etc.).
Others About 3D ∫ About 3D viewing Anyone who is hyper sensitive to light, suffers from heart disease or is otherwise unwell should avoid viewing 3D contents. • Viewing 3D contents may have an adverse effect to the individual. If you feel tired, uncomfortable or otherwise strange when viewing 3D contents, stop viewing at once. • Continuing to view may cause illness. • After stopping viewing, please rest appropriately. When viewing 3D contents, we recommend taking a break every 30 to 60 minutes.
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%RH to 60%RH) • 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 picture is protected] > Delete the picture after cancelling the protect setting. (P116) [Some pictures cannot be deleted]/[This picture cannot be deleted] • Pictures not based on the DCF standard cannot be deleted. > If you want to delete some pictures, format the card after saving necessary data on a PC etc.
Others [Memory card error. This card cannot be used in this camera. Format this card?] • It is a format that cannot be used with this unit. > Insert a different card and try again. > Reformat on this unit (P51) after saving necessary data using a PC, etc. Data will be deleted. [Please turn camera off and then on again]/[System Error] • This message appears when the camera is not operating properly. > Turn the camera off and on. If the message persists, contact the dealer or your nearest Service Centre.
Others [Cannot record due to incompatible format(NTSC/PAL) data on this card.] > Format the card after saving necessary data on a PC etc. (P51) > Insert a different card. [A folder cannot be created] • A folder cannot be created because there are no remaining folder numbers that can be used. > Format the card after saving necessary data on a PC etc. (P51) If you execute [No.Reset] in the [Setup] menu after formatting, the folder number is reset to 100.
Others Troubleshooting First, try out the following procedures (P160–170). If the problem is not resolved, it may be improved by selecting [Reset] (P48) on the [Setup] menu. Battery and power source The charging lamp has gone off but the unit has not been charged. • This phenomenon occurs when charging in a location where the temperature is very high or very low.
Others Recording The picture cannot be recorded. • Is there any memory remaining on the built-in memory or the card? > Delete the pictures which are not necessary to increase available space in the memory. (P37) • You may not be able to record for a short while after turning the power [ON] when using a large capacity card. The recorded picture is whitish. • The picture can become whitish if there is dirt, e.g. fingerprints on the lens.
Others The subject is not focused properly. • The focus range varies depending on the Recording Mode. > Set to the proper mode for the distance to the subject. • The subject is beyond the focus range of the camera. (P25) • There is camera shake (jitter) or the subject is moving slightly. (P22) The recorded picture is blurred. The Optical Image Stabiliser is not effective.
Others When recording pictures or half-pressing the shutter button, reddish stripes may appear on the LCD monitor. Alternatively, part or all of the LCD monitor may turn a reddish colour. • 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.
Others LCD monitor The LCD monitor becomes darker or brighter for a moment. • This phenomenon appears when you press the shutter button halfway to set the aperture value and does not affect the recorded pictures. • This phenomenon also appears when the brightness changes when the camera is zoomed or when the camera is moved. This is because of operation of the automatic aperture of the camera, and it is not a malfunction. The LCD monitor flickers indoors.
Others Flash The flash is not activated. • Is the flash setting set to [Œ]? > Change the flash setting. (P75) • The flash cannot be used in the following cases: – in Creative Control Mode (P59) – [Scenery]/[Panorama Shot]/[Night Scenery]/[Handheld Night Shot]/[Sunset]/[Glass Through] in Scene Mode (P62) – 3D Photo Mode (P68) – Recording menu [Auto Bracket] (P89)/[Burst] (P92) (except for [ ]) Flash is activated several times. • The flash is activated twice when Red-Eye Reduction (P75) has been set.
Others The folder number and the file number are displayed as [—] and the screen turns black. • Is this a non-standard picture, a picture which has been edited using a PC or a picture which was taken by another make of digital camera? • Did you remove the battery immediately after picture-taking or did you take the picture using a battery with a low remaining charge? > Format the data to delete the pictures mentioned above.
Others [Thumbnail is displayed] appears on the screen. • Is it a picture that has been recorded with other equipment? In such cases, these pictures may be displayed with a deteriorated picture quality. The sound of the recorded motion pictures sometimes breaks up. • This unit automatically adjusts the aperture during motion picture recording. At such times, the sound may break up. This is not a malfunction. Motion pictures recorded with this model cannot be played back on other equipment.
Others VIERA Link does not work. • Is it connected properly with the HDMI mini cable (optional)? (P130) > Confirm that the HDMI mini cable (optional) is firmly fitted. > Press [(] on this unit. • Is the [VIERA Link] on this unit set to [On]? (P49) > Depending on HDMI terminal of the TV, the input channel may not switch automatically. In this case, use the remote control for the TV to switch input. (For details on how to switch input, please read the operating instructions for the TV.
Others There is a problem trying to upload to YouTube or Facebook. > Confirm that the login information (login ID/user name/email address/password) is correct. > Confirm that the PC is connected to the Internet. > Confirm that resident software such as virus protection software or firewall is not blocking access to YouTube or Facebook. > Confirm with YouTube or Facebook as well. The picture cannot be printed when the camera is connected to a printer.
Others The lens clicks. • When the brightness changes due to zoom or camera movement, etc., the lens may click and the picture on the screen may drastically change. However, the picture is not affected. The sound is caused by the automatic adjustment of the aperture. This is not a malfunction. The clock is reset. • If you do not use the camera for a long time, the clock may be reset. > [Please set the clock] message will be displayed; please reset the clock. (P20) Zooming stops instantaneously.
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