Panasonic DMC-FZ72 Basic Operating Instructions Manual

Panasonic DMC-FZ72 Basic Operating Instructions Manual

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Basic Operating Instructions

Please read these instructions carefully before using this
product, and save this manual for future use.
More detailed instructions on the operation
of this camera are contained in "Operating
Instructions for advanced features (PDF format)"
in the supplied CD-ROM. Install it on your PC to
read it.
Model number suffix "EB" denotes UK model.
EB
Model No.
Web Site: http://www.panasonic-europe.com

Digital Camera

DMC-FZ72
VQT5B69
M0713KZ0

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  • Page 1: Basic Operating Instructions

    More detailed instructions on the operation of this camera are contained in “Operating Instructions for advanced features (PDF format)” in the supplied CD-ROM. Install it on your PC to read it. Web Site: http://www.panasonic-europe.com Model number suffix “EB” denotes UK model. VQT5B69 M0713KZ0...
  • Page 2: Information For Your Safety

    Dear Customer, We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for purchasing this Panasonic Digital Camera. Please read these Operating Instructions carefully and keep them handy for future reference. Please note that the actual controls and components, menu items, etc. of your Digital Camera may look somewhat different from those shown in the illustrations in these Operating Instructions.
  • Page 3: Cautions For Use

    Cables that do not comply with the HDMI standards will not work. “High Speed HDMI mini cable” (Type C-Type A plug, up to 3 m (9.8 feet) long) • Always use a genuine Panasonic AV cable (DMW-AVC1: optional). Keep this unit as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment (such as microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.).
  • Page 4: Caution For Ac Mains Lead

    Caution for AC Mains Lead For your safety, please read the following text carefully. This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin mains plug for your safety and convenience. A 5-ampere fuse is fitted in this plug. Should the fuse need to be replaced please ensure that the replacement fuse has a rating of 5-ampere and that it is approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362.
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Contents Information for Your Safety ..2 Taking Pictures with Care of the camera ....6 different picture effects Standard accessories ..... 7 [Creative Control] Mode ..18 Names and Functions of Using the rear dial ....19 Main Parts ........ 9 Setting the menu ....
  • Page 6: Care Of The Camera

    Care of the camera ■ Camera handling Keep the camera away from excessive vibration, force, or pressure. ● Avoid using the camera under the following conditions, which may damage the lens, LCD monitor, viewfinder, or camera body. This may also cause the camera to malfunction or prevent recording.
  • Page 7: Standard Accessories

    Standard accessories Check that all the accessories are supplied before using the camera. Part numbers are as of July 2013. These may be subject to change. Battery pack USB connection DMW-BMB9E cable • Charge the battery K1HY08YY0031 before use. Battery pack is indicated as Lens Cap/ battery pack or battery in the text.
  • Page 8 DMW-LC55 Close-up Lens The AC adaptor (optional) can only be used with the designated Panasonic DC coupler (optional). The AC adaptor (optional) cannot be used by itself. The lens adaptor (optional) is necessary to attach a tele conversion lens or close-up lens.
  • Page 9: Names And Functions Of Main Parts

    Names and Functions of Main Parts 1 2 3 13 14 15 16 9 10 11 12 19 20 24 25 26 27 28 29 (ENG) VQT5B69...
  • Page 10 (Delete/Cancel/Quick menu) 16 DC coupler cover button • When using an AC adaptor, 34 Cursor button / [MENU/SET] ensure that the Panasonic DC button coupler (DMW-DCC6: optional) • In this manual, the button that is and AC adaptor (DMW-AC8E: to be used is indicated by optional) are used.
  • Page 11: Attaching The Lens Cap/Shoulder Strap

    Attaching the lens cap/shoulder strap ■ Attaching the Lens Cap • When you turn the camera off or carry the camera, attach the lens cap to protect the surface of the lens. Pass the string through the hole on the camera Pass the same string through the hole on the lens cap •...
  • Page 12: Charging The Battery

    Charging the battery • Use the dedicated charger and battery. • The battery is not charged when the camera is shipped. Charge the battery before use. • We recommend charging in a location where the ambient temperature is between 10 °C and 30 °C (50 °F to 86 °F). Insert the battery terminals and attach the battery to the charger Ensure [LUMIX] faces outwards.
  • Page 13: Inserting And Removing The Card (Optional)/The Battery

    Close the card/battery door and slide the release lever to the [LOCK] position ● Always use genuine Panasonic batteries (DMW-BMB9E). ● If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product. ● Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.
  • Page 14: Sequence Of Operations

    Sequence of operations Before using the camera, remove the lens cap. Turn the camera on ( ) Motion picture button • The clock is not set when the camera is shipped. Set the date and time before using the camera. Set to the desired recording mode Rotate the mode dial slowly to select the desired mode.
  • Page 15: Take Pictures

    Take pictures ■ ■ Taking still pictures Recording motion pictures (Shutter button) (Motion picture button) Press Press Press halfway Press fully (Start recording) (End recording) (press lightly and (press the button all focus) the way to record) ■ Use the zoom lever to adjust the range of the picture to be captured Capture a wider area Enlarge the subject (wide-angle)
  • Page 16: Taking Pictures With Automatic Settings [Intelligent Auto] Mode

    Taking pictures with automatic settings [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. Set to [ ([Intelligent Auto] Mode) Take a picture...
  • Page 17 Recording using [Intelligent Auto Plus] Mode When [Intelligent Auto Plus] (iA+) mode is selected, you can easily adjust the brightness and colouring, in addition to the background defocusing, without compromising the user-friendly operation of the [Intelligent Auto] Mode. Press [MENU/SET] when in [Intelligent Auto] Mode Press to select [ ] and then press...
  • Page 18: Taking Pictures With Different Picture Effects [Creative Control] Mode

    Taking Pictures with different picture effects [Creative Control] Mode You can select your own settings from various effects and take pictures while confirming these effects on the LCD monitor. Set mode dial to [ Press to select an effect, and then Preview screen press [MENU/SET] •...
  • Page 19: Using The Rear Dial

    Using the rear dial You can use the rear dial to compensate the exposure or adjust the aperture value and shutter speed. The items that can be adjusted differ according to the recording mode. Compensating the exposure Press the rear dial to set Exposure Compensation to a selected state Exposure Compensation value...
  • Page 20: Setting The Menu

    Setting the menu Refer to the following procedures to operate the menus. Example: Setting [AF Mode] from in the [Program AE] Mode Press [MENU/SET] to display the menu Press to select [AF Mode] and then press • Depending on the item, its setting may not appear or it may be displayed in a different way.
  • Page 21: Reading The Operating Instructions (Pdf Format)

    Reading the Operating Instructions (PDF format) More detailed instructions on the operation of this camera are contained in “Operating Instructions for advanced features (PDF format)” in the supplied CD-ROM. Install it on your PC to read it. ■ For Windows Turn the PC on and insert the CD-ROM containing the Operating Instructions (supplied) Click the [Operating Instructions]...
  • Page 22: Keeping The Pictures On Your Pc

    Keeping the pictures on your PC Installing supplied software The supplied CD-ROM contains the following software. Install the software on your computer to use. For details about operating environment and usage, please read “Operating Instructions for advanced features” (PDF format) or the manuals for each software.
  • Page 23: Copying Still Pictures And Motion Pictures

    (supplied) • Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one or a genuine Panasonic USB connection cable (DMW-USBC1: optional). Doing so may cause damage to this unit. • Check the plug direction and insert straight in. (If the cable is inserted in...
  • Page 24: Specifications

    Specifications Digital Camera: Information for your safety Power Source DC 8.4 V Power When recording with LCD Monitor: 1.6 W Consumption When recording with Viewfinder: 1.5 W When playing back with LCD Monitor: 1.0 W When playing back with Viewfinder: 0.7 W Camera effective 16,100,000 pixels pixels...
  • Page 25 Exposure (AE) Programme AE (P) / Aperture-Priority AE (A) / Shutter-Priority AE (S) / Manual Exposure (M) Metering Mode [Multi Metering] / [Center Weighted] / [Spot] LCD monitor 3.0″ TFT LCD (3:2) (Approx. 460,800 dots) (field of view ratio about 100%) Viewfinder Colour LCD Viewfinder (Approx.
  • Page 26 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F) temperature Operating humidity 10%RH to 80%RH Battery Charger (Panasonic DE-A84A): Information for your safety Input AC~ 110 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz, 0.15 A Output 8.4 V, 0.43 A...
  • Page 27 HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries. • “AVCHD” and the “AVCHD” logo are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation. • Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
  • Page 28 Manufactured by: Panasonic Corporation Kadoma, Osaka, Japan Importer: Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH Panasonic Testing Centre Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg, Germany Web Site: http://panasonic.net © Panasonic Corporation 2013...

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