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Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7 Owner's Manual

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DMC-SZ7
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Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product,
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VQT3Z01
F1211MR0

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  • Page 1 Owner’s Manual for advanced features Digital Camera DMC-SZ7 Model No. Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely. VQT3Z01 F1211MR0...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Playing Back Motion Pictures....34 • Creating Still Pictures From a Motion Picture ........35 Deleting Pictures ........36 Before Use • To delete a single picture ....36 • To delete multiple pictures (up to 50) or all the pictures.......37 Care of the camera ........4 Setting the Menu ........38 Standard Accessories .......5 •...
  • Page 3 Taking a Picture with Face Recognition Function ..........69 Connecting to other equipment • Face Settings ........70 Entering Text...........73 Playing Back Pictures on a TV Using the [Rec] Menu......74 Screen ...........109 • [Picture Size] ........74 • Using VIERA Link (HDMI) ....111 •...

  • Page 4: Before 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: –...

  • Page 5: Standard Accessories

    You can record or play back pictures on the built-in memory when you are not using a card. • If any accessories are lost, customers in the USA and Puerto Rico should contact Panasonic’s parts department at 1-800-833-9626 and customers in Canada should contact 1-800-99-LUMIX (1-800-995-8649) for further information about obtaining replacement parts.

  • Page 6: Names And Functions Of Main Parts

    Before Use Names and Functions of Main Parts Flash (P53) Lens (P4, 130) Self-timer indicator (P57) AF Assist Lamp (P84) LCD monitor (P50, 127, 130) [MENU/SET] button (P38) [DISP.] button (P50) [Q.MENU] (P39)/ (Delete/ Cancel) button (P36) [MODE] button (P21, REC/PLAY switch (P21, 10 Charging lamp (P10)
  • Page 7 Before Use 12 Strap eyelet • Be sure to attach the strap when using the camera to ensure that you will not drop it. 13 Lens barrel 14 [HDMI] socket (P109, 111) 15 [AV OUT/DIGITAL] socket (P10, 109, 119, 122) 16 Speaker (P42) •...

  • Page 8: Preparation

    Please be advised that we are not liable for any accident or failure occurring as a result of use of a counterfeit battery pack. To ensure that safe products are used. We recommend that a genuine Panasonic battery pack is used. - 8 -...

  • Page 9: Inserting The Battery

    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...

  • Page 10: Charging

    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. A To power outlet B AC adaptor (supplied) C PC (Turn the power on) D USB connection cable (supplied)

  • Page 11: Charging Time

    Preparation ∫ About the charging lamp 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.

  • Page 12: Approximate Operating Time And Number Of Recordable Pictures

    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. • Starting recording 30 seconds after the camera is turned on. (When the Optical Image Stabilizer function is set to [ON].)
  • Page 13 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: –...

  • Page 14: Inserting And Removing The Card (Optional)

    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”...

  • Page 15: About The Built-In Memory/The Card

    SDXC Memory Card using the SDXC Memory Cards. (48 GB, 64 GB) http://panasonic.net/avc/sdcard/information/SDXC.html • Only the cards with capacity listed left can be used. ¢ SD Speed Class is the speed standard regarding continuous writing. Check via the label on the card, etc.
  • Page 16 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.

  • Page 17: Approximate Number Of Recordable Pictures And Available Recording Time

    Preparation Approximate number of recordable pictures and available recording time ∫ About the display of the number of recordable pictures and available recording time • To switch between the display of number of recordable pictures and available recording time, press [DISP.] several times. (P50) A Number of recordable pictures B Available recording time...

  • Page 18: Setting Date/Time (Clock Set)

    Preparation Setting Date/Time (Clock Set) • The clock is not set when the camera is shipped. Slide the REC/PLAY switch to [!] and then turn the camera on. • If the language select screen is not displayed, proceed to step Press [MENU/SET].

  • Page 19: Changing The Clock Setting

    Preparation Changing the Clock Setting Select [Clock Set] in the [Rec] or [Setup] menu, and press [MENU/SET]. (P38) • The clock can be reset as shown in steps • The clock setting is maintained for 3 months using the built-in clock battery even without the battery.

  • Page 20: Tips For Taking Good Pictures

    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) •...

  • Page 21: Basic

    Basic Basic Selecting the Recording Mode Slide the REC/PLAY switch to [!]. Press [MODE]. Press 3/4/2/1 to select the Recording Mode. Press [MENU/SET]. ∫ List of Recording Modes ¦ Intelligent Auto Mode (P22) The subjects are recorded using settings automatically selected by the camera. Normal Picture Mode (P26) The subjects are recorded using your own settings.

  • Page 22: Taking Pictures Using The Automatic Function (Intelligent Auto Mode)

    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.
  • Page 23 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. When taking pictures > ¦ [i-Portrait] [i-Scenery] ¢ [i-Macro] [i-Night Portrait] ¢...

  • Page 24: Changing The Settings

    Basic Changing the settings Following menus can be set. Menu Item ¢ ¢ ¢ [Rec] [Picture Size] /[Burst] /[Color Mode] /[Motion Deblur]/ [iHandheld Nite Shot]/[iHDR]/[Face Recog.] [Motion Picture] [Rec Mode]/[Rec Quality] ¢ [Setup] [Clock Set]/[World Time]/[Beep] /[Language]/[Stabilizer Demo.] • For the setting method of the menu, refer to P38. ¢...
  • Page 25 Basic ∫ [iHandheld Nite Shot] When [iHandheld Nite Shot] is set to [ON] and [ ] is detected while taking handheld night shots, pictures of the night scenery will be taken at a high burst speed and composed into a single picture. This mode is useful if you want to take stunning night shots with minimal jitter and noise, without using a tripod.

  • Page 26: Taking Pictures With Your Favorite Settings (Normal Picture Mode)

    Basic Recording Mode: Taking pictures with your favorite 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.

  • Page 27: Focusing

    Basic Focusing Aim the AF area at the subject, and then press the shutter button halfway. When the subject is focused When the subject is not Focus focused Focus indication A Blinks AF area B White>Green White>Red Sound Beeps 2 times Beeps 4 times •...
  • Page 28 Basic ∫ When the subject is not in focus (such as when it is not in the center of the composition of the picture you want to take) Aim the AF area at the subject, and press the shutter button halfway to fix the focus and exposure.

  • Page 29: Recording Motion Pictures

    Also, the recording information may not be displayed properly. In this case, use this unit. • For details on MP4 compatible devices, refer to the support sites below. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/ (This Site is English only.) - 29 -...
  • Page 30 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.

  • Page 31: Recording Still Pictures While Recording Motion Pictures

    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 • The picture is saved with the following conditions. [AVCHD] Picture size [MP4]...

  • Page 32: Playing Back Pictures ([Normal Play])

    Basic Playing Back Pictures ([Normal Play]) Slide the REC/PLAY switch to [(]. 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”.

  • Page 33: Displaying Multiple Screens (Multi Playback)

    Basic Displaying Multiple Screens (Multi Playback) Rotate the zoom lever towards [L] (W). 1 screen>12 screens>30 screens>Calendar screen display A Number of the selected picture and the total number of recorded pictures • Rotate the zoom lever towards [Z] (T) to return to the previous screen.

  • Page 34: Playing Back Motion Pictures

    Basic Playing Back Motion Pictures This unit was designed to play motion pictures using the AVCHD, MP4 and QuickTime Motion JPEG formats. Press 2 1 to select a picture with a Motion Picture icon (such as [ ]), and then press 3 to play back.

  • Page 35: Creating Still Pictures From A Motion Picture

    Basic Creating Still Pictures From a Motion Picture You can create a single still picture from a recorded motion picture. Press 3 to pause motion picture playback. Press [MENU/SET]. • Confirmation screen is displayed. It is executed when [Yes] is selected. Exit the menu after it is executed.

  • Page 36: Deleting Pictures

    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 Select the picture to be deleted, and then press [...

  • Page 37: To Delete Multiple Pictures (Up To 50) Or All The Pictures

    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] > Confirmation screen is displayed. • Pictures are deleted by selecting [Yes]. •...

  • Page 38: Setting The Menu

    Basic Setting the Menu The camera comes with menus that allow you to choose the settings for taking pictures and playing them back just 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.

  • Page 39: Using The Quick Menu

    Basic Press 3/4 to select the menu item and then press [MENU/SET]. A Menu screen page • It will switch to the next page when you reach the bottom. (It will also switch by rotating the zoom lever) Press 3/4 to select the setting and then press [MENU/SET].

  • Page 40: About The Setup Menu

    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 P38. U [Clock Set] Setting Date/Time. • Refer to for details.
  • Page 41 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] (P98).
  • Page 42 Basic This allows you to set the beep and shutter sound. r [Beep Level]: [Shutter Vol.]: ([Low]) ([Low]) r [Beep] ([High]) ([High]) ([OFF]) ([OFF]) [Beep Tone]: [Shutter Tone]: u [Volume] Adjust the volume of the speaker to any of the 7 levels. •...
  • Page 43 Basic These menu settings make it easier to see the LCD monitor when you are in bright places or when you are holding the camera high above your head. ¢ [„] ([Auto Power LCD]) The brightness is adjusted automatically depending on how bright it is around the camera.
  • Page 44 Basic This allows you to set either to display or not display the histogram. [ON]/[OFF] A Histogram is a graph that displays brightness along the horizontal axis (black to white) and the [Histogram] number of pixels at each brightness level on the vertical axis.
  • Page 45 Basic You can conserve the battery life by setting these menus. Also, the battery life is conserved by dimming the LCD monitor. p [Sleep Mode]: The camera is automatically turned off if the camera has not been used for the time selected on the setting. [2MIN.]/[5MIN.]/[10MIN.]/[OFF] q [Economy] [LCD Power Save]:...
  • Page 46 Basic v [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 (P48) after saving the data on a PC or elsewhere.
  • Page 47 Basic Set to match the type of TV. ] ( [TV Aspect]): [W]: When connecting to a 16:9 screen TV. | [Output] [X]: When connecting to a 4:3 screen TV. • This will work when the AV cable (optional) is connected. 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).
  • Page 48 If the built-in memory or the card cannot be formatted, consult your nearest Service Center. For Canadian assistance, please call: For USA and Puerto Rico assistance, please call: 1-800-99-LUMIX (1-800-995-8649) or 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: send e-mail to: lumixconcierge@ca.panasonic.com http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo ~ [Language] Set the language displayed on the screen. •...
  • Page 49 Basic Displays the amount of jitter the camera has detected. ([Stabilizer Demo.]) The camera’s features are displayed as slide shows. ([Auto Demo]) [Stabilizer Demo.]: A Amount of jitter B Amount of jitter after correction [Demo Mode] DEMO [Auto Demo]: [ON] [OFF] •...

  • Page 50: Recording

    Recording Recording About the LCD Monitor Press [DISP.] to change. A LCD monitor • When the menu screen appears, the [DISP.] button is not activated. During Playback Zoom, while playing back motion pictures and during a slide show, you can only “...

  • Page 51: Using The Zoom

    Recording Applicable modes: Using the Zoom Using the Optical Zoom/Using the Extended 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 10M or less will operate the Extended Optical Zoom to take zoomed pictures without affecting quality.
  • Page 52 Recording ∫ Screen display A Extended Optical Zoom indication B Optical Zoom range C Intelligent Zoom range D Digital Zoom range E 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 (1.6 ft.) –¶) Note •...

  • Page 53: Taking Pictures Using The Built-In Flash

    Recording Applicable modes: Taking Pictures Using the Built-in Flash A Photo flash Do not cover it with your fingers or other objects. Switching to the appropriate flash setting Set the flash to match the recording. Press 1 [‰]. Press 3/4 to select the item and then press [MENU/SET].
  • Page 54 Recording ∫ Available Flash Settings in Recording Mode The available flash settings depend on the Recording Mode. (±: Available, —: Not available, ¥: Scene Mode initial setting) ‡ ‰ Œ ¢ ± ± — — — ± ± ± ± ±...
  • Page 55 Recording ∫ Shutter speed for each flash setting Flash setting Shutter speed (Sec.) Flash setting Shutter speed (Sec.) ‡ ¢1 to 1/1600 ¢1 ¢2 1/60 to 1/1600 1 or 1/8 to 1/1600 ¢2, 3 1 or 1/4 to 1/1600 ‰ Œ...

  • Page 56: Taking Close-Up Pictures ([Af Macro]/[Macro Zoom])

    Recording Applicable modes: Taking Close-up Pictures ([AF Macro]/[Macro Zoom]) This mode allows you to take close-up pictures of a subject, e.g. when taking pictures of flowers. Press 4 [#]. Press 3/4 to select the item and then press [MENU/SET]. Item Description of settings You can take pictures of a subject as close as 5 cm (0.16 feet) from the lens by rotating the zoom lever...

  • Page 57: Taking Pictures With The Self-Timer

    Recording Applicable modes: Taking Pictures with the Self-timer Press 2 [ë]. Press 3/4 to select the item and then press [MENU/SET]. Item Description of settings Picture is taken 10 seconds after shutter is pressed. ([10sec.]) Picture is taken 2 seconds after shutter is pressed. ([2sec.]) •...

  • Page 58: Compensating The Exposure

    Recording Applicable modes: 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. Underexposed Properly exposed Overexposed Compensate the exposure Compensate the exposure towards positive.

  • Page 59: Taking Pictures Using Auto Bracket

    Recording Applicable modes: Taking Pictures Using Auto Bracket 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...

  • Page 60: Record Pictures That Look Like Dioramas (Miniature Effect Mode)

    Recording Recording Mode: Record pictures that look like dioramas (Miniature Effect Mode) By creating areas that are blurred and areas that are not, the picture will look like that of a miniature model. Motion pictures can also be recorded with diorama effects that appear to be played back in fast forward.

  • Page 61: Taking Pictures That Match The Scene Being Recorded (Scene Mode)

    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. Slide the REC/PLAY switch to [!], and then press [MODE]. Press 3/4/2/1 to select [Scene Mode], and then press [MENU/SET].

  • Page 62: [Portrait]

    Recording [Portrait] When taking pictures of people outdoors during the daytime, this mode allows you to improve the appearance and make their skin tones look healthier. ∫ Technique for Portrait Mode To make this mode more effective: 1 Rotate the zoom lever as far as possible to Tele. 2 Move close to the subject to make this mode more effective.

  • Page 63: [Panorama Shot]

    Recording [Panorama Shot] Pictures are recorded continuously while moving the camera horizontally or vertically, and are combined to make a single panorama picture. Press 3/4 to select the recording direction and then press [MENU/SET]. After confirming the recording direction, press [MENU/SET]. •...
  • Page 64 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.

  • Page 65: [Sports]

    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.

  • Page 66: [Food]

    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.

  • Page 67: [Pet]

    Recording [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. For information about [Age] or [Name], refer to [Baby1]/[Baby2] on P66. [Sunset] Select this when you want to take pictures of a sunset view.

  • Page 68: Taking 3D Pictures (3D Photo Mode)

    Recording Recording Mode: Taking 3D pictures (3D Photo Mode) Pictures are recorded continuously while moving the camera horizontally, and two pictures selected automatically are combined to make a single 3D picture. To view 3D pictures, a television that supports 3D is required. (This unit will playback in Refer to P113 for details about the playback method.

  • Page 69: Taking A Picture With Face Recognition Function

    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 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. [Face Recog.] is initially set to [OFF] on the camera.

  • Page 70: Face Settings

    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 (Good example for •...
  • Page 71 Recording Select item to edit with 3/4, and then press [MENU/SET]. • You can register up to 3 face images. Item Description of settings It is possible to register names. Press 4 to select [SET] and then press [MENU/SET]. Enter the name. [Name] •...
  • Page 72 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. Select [Face Recog.] from the [Rec] menu, and then press [MENU/SET]. (P38) Press 4 to select [MEMORY] and press [MENU/SET].

  • Page 73: Entering Text

    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. –...

  • Page 74: Using The [Rec] Menu

    Recording Using the [Rec] Menu For details on [Rec] menu settings, refer to P38. [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 Picture Size 4320k3240...

  • Page 75: [Quality]

    Recording [Quality] Applicable modes: Set the compression rate at which the pictures are to be stored. Settings Description of settings ([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 •...

  • Page 76: [Sensitivity]

    Recording [Sensitivity] Applicable modes: 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. Settings Description of settings The ISO sensitivity is automatically adjusted according to the [AUTO] brightness.

  • Page 77: [White Balance]

    Recording [White Balance] Applicable modes: 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. Settings Description of settings ([Auto White...
  • Page 78 Recording Setting the White Balance manually Set the White Balance value. Use to match the condition when taking photographs. Select [Ó] and then press [MENU/SET]. 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].

  • Page 79: [Af Mode]

    Recording [AF Mode] Applicable modes: This allows the focusing method that suits the positions and number of the subjects to be selected. Settings Description of settings The camera automatically detects the person’s face. (max. 15 areas) The focus and exposure can then be adjusted to fit [š] ([Face Detection]) that face no matter what portion of the picture it is in.
  • Page 80 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.

  • Page 81: [Quick Af]

    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 •...

  • Page 82: [Min. Shtr Speed]

    Recording [Min. Shtr Speed] Applicable modes: You can take bright pictures in dark places by setting [Min. Shtr Speed] slower. Also, you can set it faster to reduce the blur of the subject. Settings: [AUTO], [1/125], [1/60], [1/30], [1/15], [1/8], [1/4], [1/2], [1] Minimum shutter speed setting 1/125 Brightness...

  • Page 83: [Burst]

    Recording [Burst] Applicable modes: Pictures are taken continuously while the shutter button is pressed. Number of Settings Description of settings recordable pictures • The burst speed changes in accordance with the motion of the subject. ([Intelligent Burst approx. 100 pictures ¢...

  • Page 84: [Color Mode]

    Recording [Color Mode] Applicable modes: Sets various color effects, including making the picture sharper, brighter, or applying a sepia tone. Settings Description of settings This is the standard setting. [STANDARD] ¢1 Image with enhanced brightness and vividness. [Happy] ¢2 [VIVID] The picture becomes sharper.

  • Page 85: [Stabilizer]

    Recording [Stabilizer] Applicable modes: 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. Settings: [ON]/[OFF] Note • Stabilizer is fixed to [OFF] in [Panorama Shot] in Scene Mode. •...

  • Page 86: Using The [Motion Picture] Menu

    Recording Using the [Motion Picture] Menu For details on [Motion Picture] menu settings, refer to P38. 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. Select this format to record HD (high definition) video for playback on [AVCHD] your HDTV using an HDMI connection.

  • Page 87: [Continuous Af]

    Recording Note • What is bit rate This is the volume of data for a definite period of time, and the quality becomes higher when the number gets bigger. This unit is using the “VBR” recording method. “VBR” is an abbreviation for “Variable Bit Rate”, and the bit rate (volume of data for definite period of time) is changed automatically depending on the subject to record.

  • Page 88: Playback/Editing

    Playback/Editing Playback/Editing Various methods of playback You can play back the recorded pictures in various methods. Slide the REC/PLAY switch to [(], and then press [MODE]. Press 3/4/2/1 to select item, and then press [MENU/SET]. • Following items can be selected. ] ([Normal Play]) (P32) ¢...

  • Page 89: [Slide Show]

    Playback/Editing [Slide Show] You can play back the pictures you have taken in synchronization 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.
  • Page 90 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.

  • Page 91: [Filtering Play]

    Playback/Editing [Filtering Play] Pictures are classified into only still pictures, only motion pictures, or only 3D pictures etc., and played back. Settings Description of settings [Picture Only] Only still pictures are played back. [Video Only] Only motion pictures are played back. Only 3D pictures are played back.

  • Page 92: [Calendar]

    Playback/Editing [Calendar] You can display pictures by recording date. Press 3/4/2/1 to select the date to be played back. • If there were no pictures recorded during a month, that month is not displayed. Press [MENU/SET] to display the pictures that were recorded on the selected date.

  • Page 93: Having Fun With Recorded Pictures

    Playback/Editing Having Fun with Recorded Pictures [Auto Retouch] The brightness and color of the pictures taken can be balanced. • With [Auto Retouch], a new edited picture is created. Check that there is free space on the built-in memory or the card. [Auto Retouch] cannot be used if the card’s Write-Protect switch is set to [LOCK].

  • Page 94: [Creative Retouch]

    Playback/Editing [Creative Retouch] You can add your desired effects to the pictures that you have taken. • With [Creative Retouch], a new edited picture is created. Check that there is free space on the built-in memory or the card. [Creative Retouch] cannot be used if the card’s Write-Protect switch is set to [LOCK]. Press 2/1 to select an picture, and then press 3.

  • Page 95: Using The [Playback] Menu

    Playback/Editing Using the [Playback] Menu You can set up pictures to be uploaded to image sharing sites and perform actions 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.
  • Page 96 Playback/Editing ∫ Upload to the image sharing sites An upload tool built into the camera, “LUMIX Image Uploader,” is automatically copied to the card when you set up [Upload Set]. Perform the upload operation after connecting the camera to a PC (P119). For details, refer to P121.

  • Page 97: [Title Edit]

    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] (P98). Select [Title Edit] on the [Playback] menu. (P38) Press 3/4 to select [SINGLE] or [MULTI] and then press [MENU/ SET].

  • Page 98: [Text Stamp]

    Playback/Editing [Text Stamp] You can stamp the recording date/time, name, location or travel date onto the recorded pictures. Select [Text Stamp] on the [Playback] menu. (P38) Press 3/4 to select [SINGLE] or [MULTI] and then press [MENU/SET]. [SINGLE] [MULTI] Select the picture, and then press [MENU/SET] to set.
  • Page 99 Playback/Editing Press 3/4 to select the settings, and then press [MENU/SET]. Item Setting item [W/O TIME]: Stamp the year, month and day. [WITH TIME]: [Shooting Date] Stamp the year, month, day, hour and minutes. [OFF] ([Face Recognition]): Stamps names registered in name settings for [Face Recog.].

  • Page 100: [Video Divide]

    Playback/Editing [Video Divide] Recorded motion picture can be d in two. It is recommended for when you want to divide a part you need with a part you do not need. divide It cannot be restored once divided. Select [Video Divide] on the [Playback] menu. (P38) Press 2/1 to select the motion picture to divide, and then press [MENU/SET].

  • Page 101: [Resize]

    Playback/Editing [Resize] To allow easy posting to web pages, attachment to email etc., picture size (number of pixels) is reduced. Select [Resize] on the [Playback] menu. (P38) Press 3/4 to select [SINGLE] or [MULTI] and then press [MENU/SET]. Select the picture and size. [SINGLE] setting Press 2/1 to select the picture, and then press [MENU/SET].

  • Page 102: [Cropping]

    Playback/Editing [Cropping] You can enlarge and then clip the important part of the recorded picture. Select [Cropping] on the [Playback] menu. (P38) 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 cropped.

  • Page 103: [Favorite]

    Playback/Editing [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] in [Filtering Play]) • Play back the pictures set as favorites only as a Slide Show. •...

  • Page 104: [Print Set]

    When you want to use a photo printing store to print pictures recorded on the built-in memory, copy them to a card (P108) and then set the print setting. For more information visit: http://panasonic.jp/dc/dpof_110/white_e.htm Select [Print Set] on the [Playback] menu. (P38) Press 3/4 to select [SINGLE] or [MULTI] and then press [MENU/ SET].
  • Page 105 Playback/Editing ∫ To print the date After setting the number of prints, set/cancel printing with the recording date by pressing [DISP.]. • Depending on the photo printing store or the printer, the date may not be printed even if you set to print the date.

  • Page 106: [Protect]

    Playback/Editing [Protect] You can set protection for pictures you do not want to delete by mistake. Select [Protect] on the [Playback] menu. (P38) Press 3/4 to select [SINGLE] or [MULTI] and then press [MENU/ SET]. [SINGLE] [MULTI] Select the picture, and then press [MENU/SET].

  • Page 107: [Face Rec Edit]

    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. (P38) 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].

  • Page 108: [Copy]

    Playback/Editing [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] menu. (P38) Press 3/4 to select the copy destination and then press [MENU/SET].

  • Page 109: Connecting To Other Equipment

    To connect with an HDMI mini cable (optional) • Always use 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) • Audio will be played back as stereo.
  • Page 110 • Depending on the TV model, pictures may not be displayed on the full screen. • Motion pictures recorded with [AVCHD] can be played back on Panasonic TVs (VIERA) with the AVCHD logo mark. • In some cases, panorama pictures cannot be played back. Also, auto-scroll playback of panorama pictures may not work.

  • Page 111: Using Viera Link (Hdmi)

    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 an HDMI mini cable (optional) for automatic linked operations.
  • Page 112 Available linked operations between this unit and a Panasonic TV is different depending on the types of Panasonic TVs even if they are compatible with VIERA Link. Refer to the operating instructions of the TV for the operations that support the TV.

  • Page 113: Playing Back 3D Pictures

    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.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/ (This Site is English only.) Preparations: Set the [3D Playback] to [ (P47) Connect the unit to a 3D compatible television using the HDMI mini cable and display the playback screen.
  • Page 114 • Pictures cannot be deleted when 3D pictures are being played back. The [Setup] menu, [Playback] menu and Playback zoom functions cannot be used. • (P115) 3D pictures can be saved to your computer or Panasonic devices. - 114 -...

  • Page 115: Saving The Recorded Still Pictures And Motion Pictures

    (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.

  • Page 116: Copy The Playback Image Using An Av Cable

    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 (AVCHD), so it is convenient for distributing copies.

  • Page 117: Copying To A Pc Using "Photofunstudio

    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. Install “PHOTOfunSTUDIO”...

  • Page 118: Connecting To A Pc

    (Doing so will cause recorded images to be erased so do not choose to format.) If the card is not recognized, please refer to the below support site. http://panasonic.net/avc/sdcard/information/SDXC.html • You can easily print out or mail the pictures you have imported. Use of the “PHOTOfunSTUDIO”...

  • Page 119: Acquiring Of Still Pictures And [Mp4] Motion Pictures (Other Than [Avchd] Motion Pictures)

    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).
  • Page 120 Connecting to other equipment ∫ Viewing the contents of the built-in memory or card using the PC (folder composition). For Windows: A drive ([Removable Disk]) is displayed in [Computer] For Mac: A drive ([LUMIX], [NO_NAME] or [Untitled]) is displayed on the desktop •...

  • Page 121: Uploading The Images To Sharing Sites

    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.

  • Page 122: Printing The Pictures

    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. • Some printers can print directly from the card removed from the camera. For details, refer to the operating instructions of your printer.

  • Page 123: Selecting A Single Picture And Printing It

    Connecting to other equipment Selecting a single picture and printing it PictBridge PictBridge PictBridge Press 2/1 to select the picture and then press 1/12 1/12 1/12 100 0001 100 0001 0001 [MENU/SET]. Multi Print Multi Print Multi Print Select Select Select Print Print...

  • Page 124: Print Settings

    Connecting to other equipment Print Settings Select and set the items both on the screen in step of the “Selecting a single picture and printing it” and in step 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.
  • Page 125 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]...
  • Page 126 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...

  • Page 127: Screen Display

    Others Others Screen Display ∫ In recording 3s 3s 3s F3.1 F3.1 F3.1 1/60 1/60 1/60 22 21 Recording Mode 23 Exposure compensation (P58) Recording Mode (when recording 24 Number of days that have passed since motion pictures) (P86) the departure date (P41) Recording Quality (P86)
  • Page 128 Others ∫ In playback 2 3 4 100 0001 100 0001 0001 1/12 1/12 1/12 3s 3s 3s 3s 1 1 1 Playback Mode (P88) 14 Auto Retouch (P93) Protected picture (P106) Creative Retouch (P94) Favorite (P103) Motion picture playback (P34) Date/Text stamped display (P85, Play panorama...

  • Page 129: Cautions For Use

    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.
  • Page 130 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.
  • Page 131 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.
  • Page 132 Information including personal information may be altered or vanish due to erroneous operation, effect of static electricity, accident, malfunction, repair, or other handlings. Please note in advance that Panasonic is not liable in any way for any direct or indirect damage from the alteration or vanishing of information or personal information.
  • Page 133 About the picture data Recorded data may be damaged or lost if the camera breaks down due to inappropriate handling. Panasonic will not be liable for any damage suffered due to loss of recorded data. About tripods or unipods •...

  • Page 134: Message Display

    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 canceling the protect setting. (P106) [Some pictures cannot be deleted]/[This picture cannot be deleted] •...
  • Page 135 3D. [This battery cannot be used] • Use a genuine Panasonic battery. If this message is displayed even when a genuine Panasonic battery is used, contact the dealer or your nearest Service Center. •...

  • Page 136: Troubleshooting

    Others Troubleshooting First, try out the following procedures (P136–144). If the problem is not resolved, it may be improved by selecting [Reset] (P46) on the [Setup] menu. Battery and power source The charging lamp has gone off but the unit has not been charged. •...
  • Page 137 Others The recorded picture is too bright or dark. > Check that the exposure is correctly compensated. (P58) • Setting the [Min. Shtr Speed] to faster speed might make the picture darker. > Set the [Min. Shtr Speed] (P82) to slower speed. Multiple pictures are taken at one time.
  • Page 138 Others The brightness or the hue of the recorded picture is different from the actual scene. • When recording under fluorescent or LED lighting fixture, etc., increasing the shutter speed may introduce slight changes to brightness and color. These are a result of the characteristics of the light source and do not indicate a malfunction.
  • Page 139 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.
  • Page 140 Others Playback The picture being played back is rotated and displayed in an unexpected direction. • [Rotate Disp.] (P48) is set to [ ] or [ The picture is not played back. The recorded pictures are not displayed. • Is the REC/PLAY switch set to [(]? (P32) •...
  • Page 141 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 off of particles of dust in the air.
  • Page 142 Others TV, PC and printer The picture does not appear on the television. • Is the camera connected to the TV correctly? > Set the TV input to External Input Mode. The display areas on the TV screen and the camera’s LCD monitor are different. •...
  • Page 143 The card is not recognized by the PC. (SDXC memory card is used) > Check if your PC is compatible with SDXC memory cards. http://panasonic.net/avc/sdcard/information/SDXC.html > A message prompting to format the card may be displayed when connecting, but do not format.
  • Page 144 Others The camera becomes warm. • The surface of the camera may become warm during use. This does not affect the performance or quality of the camera. 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.
  • Page 145 Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries. • HDAVI Control™ is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation. • QuickTime and the QuickTime logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Apple Inc., used under license therefrom.

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