Using The Optical Image Stabilizer - Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX5 Operating Instructions Manual

Using the Optical Image Stabilizer

Preparation
• Set the mode dial except for [
1
Select [STABILIZER] and set it.
3
/ /
REC
3 3
COL.EFFECT
PICT.ADJ.
STABILIZER
OFF
FLIP ANIM.
SELECT SET
WB
MENU
SET
• [OFF]:
OFF
When image stabilization is not
desired or when using a tripod.
• [MODE1]:
The stabilizer operates
continuously and can assist during
photocomposition.
• [MODE2]:
The stabilizer function is in standby
and activates at the moment the
shutter captures the image. This
mode offers a greater degree of
stabilization.
• Close the menu by pressing the
[MENU] button after finishing the
setting.
Recording pictures (advanced)
]/[
SETUP
OFF
STANDARD
MODE1 MODE2
EXIT MENU
WB
SET
1
2
]/[ ]. (P29)
¬ Suggestions/Tips ¬
• In [MODE2], the optical image
stabilizer icon turns yellow soon after
you turn the camera on to keep the
stabilizer function activated.
• While the optical image stabilizer icon
is displayed in yellow and if the
camera receives a strong shock, the
icon may be displayed in yellow for
longer time than usual.
• While the optical image stabilizer icon
is displayed in yellow, the stabilizer
function may not work sufficiently.
• While the optical image stabilizer icon
is displayed in yellow, the pictures on
screen also be stabilized. (same as in
[MODE1])
• The stabilizer function may not work
sufficiently in the following cases.
– When too much jitter occurs.
– In digital zoom range.
– When taking pictures while following
subjects in motion.
– When the shutter speed is extremely
slow due to darkness or other
reasons.
• Refer to P32 for information on jitter.
• The stabilizer function is fixed to
[MODE2] in Simple mode [
Self-portrait mode [
71
] and
].