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Digital Camera
DMC-FT20/DMC-TS20
Model No.
Before use, please read these instructions completely.
VQT4B20
F0112HY0

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    Operating Instructions for advanced features Digital Camera DMC-FT20/DMC-TS20 Model No. Before use, please read these instructions completely. VQT4B20 F0112HY0...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Playing Back Motion Pictures....39 Deleting Pictures ........40 • To delete a single picture ....40 • To delete multiple pictures Before Use (up to 50) or all the pictures ....41 Setting the Menu ........42 Care of the camera ........4 • Setting menu items ......42 (Important) About the Waterproof/ •...
  • Page 3 Taking a Picture with Face Recognition Function ..........75 Connecting to other equipment • Face Settings ........76 Entering Text...........80 Playing Back Pictures on a Using the [Rec] Menu......81 TV Screen ..........114 • [Picture Size] ........81 Saving the Recorded Still Pictures • [Sensitivity] ........82 and Motion Pictures.......116 •...

  • Page 4: Before Use

    Before Use “ Please be sure to read (Important) About the Waterproof/Dustproof and Anti-shock ” Performance of the Camera (P6) before using this unit underwater to prevent the unit from being mishandled, which may cause water to seep in. Before Use Care of the camera ∫...
  • Page 5 • Contact Panasonic’s Service Centre if the fogging does not disappear. Conditions in which inner side of the lens may be fogged Condensation may occur and the inner side of the lens may be fogged when the camera is...

  • Page 6: (Important) About The Waterproof/Dustproof And Anti-Shock Performance Of The Camera

    5 devices) Panasonic’s test method is based on the above “MIL-STD 810F Method 516.5-Shock”. However, the drop height was changed from 122 cm (4 feet) to 150 cm (5 feet) dropping onto 3 cm (0.1 feet) thick plyboard.
  • Page 7 Waterproofing is not guaranteed if the unit is subject to an impact as a result of being hit or dropped etc. If an impact to the camera occurs, it should be inspected (subject to a fee) by a Panasonic’s Service Centre to verify that the waterproofing is still effective. •...
  • Page 8 The integrity of the rubber seals may decrease after about 1 year, with use and age. To avoid permanently damaging the camera the seals should be replaced once each year. Please contact Panasonic’s Service Centre for related costs and other information. Close the side door securely.
  • Page 9 Before Use Using the camera underwater • Use the camera underwater to 5 m (16 feet) with the water temperature between 0 oC and 40 oC (32 oF and 104 °F). • Do not use for scuba diving (Aqualung). • Do not use the camera at a depth of over 5 m (16 feet).
  • Page 10 Before Use Drain water by holding the camera upside-down A and the right way up B and shaking it lightly a few times. • After using the camera at the beach or in water, or after washing it, water may remain around the speaker and microphone for a while and may cause a drop in volume or sound distortion.

  • Page 11: Standard Accessories

    Before Use Standard Accessories Check that all the accessories are supplied before using the camera. • Supplied accessories are not waterproof (excluding Hand Strap). • Keep the Brush out of reach of children to prevent swallowing. • The accessories and their shape will differ depending on the country or area where the camera was purchased.

  • Page 12: Names And Functions Of Main Parts

    Before Use Names and Functions of Main Parts Flash (P57) 3 4 5 6 Motion picture button (P35) Shutter button (P29, Camera [ON/OFF] button (P24) Microphone Self-timer indicator (P62)/ AF Assist Lamp (P91) Lens (P5, 134, 143) LCD monitor (P53, 128, 133) 9 10 11 [MODE] button (P27,...
  • Page 13 Before Use 19 Cursor buttons A: 3/Exposure compensation (P63) Auto Bracket (P64) B: 4/Macro Mode (P61) AF Tracking (P87) (P62) C: 2/Self-timer D: 1/Flash setting (P57) In these operating instructions, the cursor buttons are described as shown in the figure below or described with 3/4/2/1. e.g.: When you press the 4 (down) button Press 4 20 Speaker...

  • Page 14: Preparation

    Preparation Preparation Attaching the Strap Run the strap through the strap eyelet on the camera. • If the strap cord is loose, it may snag when the side door is opened or closed. Since damage or leaks may result, be sure to attach the cord firmly, checking that it is not snagged in the side door.

  • Page 15: Charging The Battery

    To ensure that safe products are used. We recommend that a genuine Panasonic battery pack is used. • Use the dedicated charger and battery.
  • Page 16 Preparation ∫ About the [CHARGE] indicator Charging. Off: Charging has completed. (Disconnect the charger from the electrical socket and detach the battery after charging is completed.) • When the [CHARGE] indicator flashes – The battery temperature is too high or too low. It is recommended to charge the battery again in an ambient temperature of between 10 oC and 30 oC (50 °F and 86 °F).

  • Page 17: Approximate Operating Time And Number Of Recordable Pictures

    CIPA is an abbreviation of [Camera & Imaging Products Association]. • Temperature: 23 oC (73.4 °F)/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 Stabiliser function is set to [ON].)
  • Page 18 Preparation ∫ Playback Playback time Approx. 240 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 19: Inserting And Removing The Card (Optional)/The Battery

    Check that this unit is turned off. • Confirm that there is no foreign object. (P8) • We recommend using a Panasonic card. 1:Slide the [LOCK] switch A, and release the lock. 2:Slide the release lever B and open the side door.
  • Page 20 Preparation Note • Remove the battery after use. (The battery will be exhausted if left for a long period of time after being charged.) • Turn the camera off and wait for the “LUMIX” display on the LCD monitor to clear before removing the card or battery.

  • Page 21: About The Built-In Memory/The Card

    Preparation About the Built-in Memory/the Card The following operations can be performed using this unit: Pictures can be recorded on the built-in When a card has not been inserted memory and played back. Pictures can be recorded on the card and When a card has been inserted played back.
  • Page 22 • Check that the PC and other equipment are compatible when using the SDXC Memory Cards. SDXC Memory Card http://panasonic.net/avc/sdcard/information/SDXC.html (48 GB, 64 GB) • 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 23: 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 • You can confirm the number of recordable pictures and available recording time by pressing [DISPLAY] several times. (P53) A Number of recordable pictures B Available recording time...

  • Page 24: Setting Date/Time (Clock Set)

    Preparation Setting Date/Time (Clock Set) • The clock is not set when the camera is shipped. Press camera [ON/OFF] button. • If the language select screen is not displayed, proceed to [Requirements for Underwater use] below. Press [MENU/SET]. Press 3/4 to select the language, and press [MENU/SET]. [Requirements for Underwater use] Be sure to check this so that you can maintain the waterproof performance.

  • Page 25: Changing The Clock Setting

    Preparation Press 2/1 to select the items (year, month, day, hour, minute, display sequence or time display format), and press 3/4 to set. A: Time at the home area B: Time at the travel destination • You can cancel without setting the clock by pressing Press [MENU/SET] to set.

  • Page 26: 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. (P14) •...

  • Page 27: Basic

    Basic Basic Selecting the Recording Mode Press [MODE]. Press 3/4/2/1 to select the Recording Mode. Press [MENU/SET]. - 27 -...
  • Page 28 Basic ∫ List of Recording Modes Intelligent Auto Mode (P29) The subjects are recorded using settings automatically selected by the camera. Normal Picture Mode (P32) The subjects are recorded using your own settings. Sports Mode (P65) Use this mode to take pictures of sporting events, etc. Snow Mode (P65) This allows you to take pictures that show the snow as white as possible at a ski...

  • Page 29: 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 30 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] [i-Night Scenery]...

  • Page 31: Changing The Settings

    Basic Changing the settings Following menus can be set. Menu Item ¢ ¢ ¢ [Rec] [Picture Size] /[Burst] /[Color Mode] /[Face Recog.] [Motion Picture] [Rec Quality] ¢ [Setup] [Clock Set]/[World Time]/[Beep] /[Language]/[Stabilizer Demo.] • For the setting method of the menu, refer to P42. ¢...

  • Page 32: Taking Pictures With Your Favourite Settings (Normal Picture Mode)

    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.

  • Page 33: 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 34 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) Aim the AF area at the subject, and press the shutter button half way to fix the focus and exposure.

  • Page 35: Recording Motion Pictures

    If you experience such issues, please play back the video on this camera. • For details on MP4 compatible devices, refer to the support sites below. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/ (This Site is English only.) - 35 -...
  • Page 36 Basic Note • When recording to the built-in memory, [Rec Quality] 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 37: Playing Back Pictures ([Normal Play])

    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”...

  • Page 38: Displaying Multiple Screens (Multi Playback)

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

  • Page 39: Playing Back Motion Pictures

    Basic Playing Back Motion Pictures This unit was designed to play motion pictures using the 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 40: 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. Press [(].

  • Page 41: 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 42: 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 43 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 pressing the zoom button) Press 3/4 to select the setting and then press [MENU/SET].

  • Page 44: Using The Quick Menu

    Basic Using the Quick Menu By using the Quick Menu, some of the menu settings can be easily found. • The features that can be adjusted using Quick Menu are determined by the mode or a display style the camera is in. Press [Q.MENU] when recording.

  • Page 45: About The Setup Menu

    Basic About the Setup Menu [Clock Set], [Auto Power Off] and [Auto Review] are important items. Check their settings before using them. For details on how to select the [Setup] menu settings, refer to P42. To maintain waterproof performance, display the things you need [Precautions] to check before use.
  • Page 46 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] (P103).
  • Page 47 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]: Adjust the volume of the speaker to any of the 7 levels. u [Volume] •...
  • Page 48 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 49 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 50 Basic The camera is automatically turned off if the camera has not been used for the time selected on the setting. p [Auto Power Off] [2MIN.]/[5MIN.]/[10MIN.]/[OFF] • [Auto Power Off] is set to [5MIN.] in the Intelligent Auto Mode. • [Auto Power Off] does not work in the following cases.

  • Page 51: Video Out

    Basic The [Rec] or [Setup] menu settings are reset to the initial settings. w [Reset] • When the [Rec] menu settings are reset during recording, the operation that resets the lens is also performed at the same time. You will hear the sound of the lens operating but this is normal and not indicative of malfunctioning.

  • Page 52: Stabilizer Demo

    Basic It is possible to check which version of firmware is on the camera. [Version Disp.] The built-in memory or card is formatted. Formatting irretrievably deletes all the data so check the data carefully [Format] before formatting. • Use a battery with sufficient battery power when formatting. Do not turn the camera off during formatting.

  • Page 53: Recording

    Recording Recording About the LCD Monitor Press [DISPLAY] to change. 1 LCD monitor • When the menu screen appears, the [DISPLAY] button is not activated. During Playback Zoom, while playing back motion pictures and during a slide show, you can only select E or G. In Recording Mode ¢1 A Normal display...

  • Page 54: Using The Zoom

    Recording Applicable modes: Using the 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 10M or less will operate the Extra Optical Zoom to take zoomed pictures without affecting quality.
  • Page 55 Recording ∫ Types of zooms Feature Optical Zoom Extra Optical Zoom (EZ) Maximum ¢1 magnification Picture No deterioration No deterioration quality [Picture Size] with (P81) Conditions None selected. ¢1 This includes the optical zoom magnification. The magnification level differs depending on [Picture Size] setting.
  • Page 56 Recording 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. • When using the Digital Zoom, we recommend using a tripod and the Self-timer (P62) for taking pictures.

  • Page 57: 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 58 Recording Item Description of settings [‡] ([Auto]) The flash is automatically activated when the recording conditions make it necessary. ¢1 ([iAuto]) The flash is automatically activated when the recording conditions make it necessary. It is activated once before the actual recording to reduce the red-eye phenomenon (eyes of the subject appearing red in ¢2 ([Auto/Red-Eye])
  • Page 59 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 60 Recording ∫ The available flash range Wide Tele In [ ] in 30 cm (0.98 feet) to 4.4 m (14 feet) 1 m (3.3 feet) to 3 m (9.8 feet) [Sensitivity] ∫ Shutter speed for each flash setting Flash setting Shutter speed (Sec.) Flash setting Shutter speed (Sec.)

  • Page 61: 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 pressing the zoom button...

  • Page 62: 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. ] ([10 sec.]) Picture is taken 2 seconds after shutter is pressed. ] ([2 sec.]) •...

  • Page 63: 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. Underexposed Properly exposed Overexposed Compensate the exposure Compensate the exposure towards positive. towards negative. Press 3 [È] until [Exposure] appears.

  • Page 64: 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 65: Take The Outdoors Scene Expressively

    Recording Recording Mode: Take the Outdoors Scene Expressively By setting the Recording Mode to [ ], [ ], [ ] or [ ] pictures can be taken more effectively matching the conditions such as sports, snow, beach & surf. Note •...

  • Page 66: [Beach & Surf]

    Recording [Beach & Surf] This mode is optimal for taking pictures to 3 m (10 feet) underwater and at the beach. Note • To prevent water leakage, make sure that there are no foreign objects, such as sand, hair, dust, “...

  • Page 67: 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 68: 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. Press [MODE]. Press 3/4/2/1 to select [Scene Mode], and then press [MENU/SET].

  • Page 69: [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 Press and hold down the zoom button as far as possible to Tele. 2 Move close to the subject to make this mode more effective.

  • Page 70: [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 71 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 72: [Night Portrait]

    Recording [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. Note •...

  • Page 73: [Baby1]/[Baby2]

    Recording [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] (P103).

  • Page 74: [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 P73. [Sunset] Select this when you want to take pictures of a sunset view.

  • Page 75: 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 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.

  • Page 76: 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 77 Recording Select [Face Recog.] on the [Rec] menu and then press [MENU/SET]. (P42) Press 3/4 to select [MEMORY] and then press [MENU/SET]. Press 3/4/2/1 to select the Face Recognition frame that is not registered, and then press [MENU/SET]. Take the picture adjusting the face with the guide.
  • Page 78 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]. [Name] Enter the name.
  • Page 79 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]. (P42) Press 4 to select [MEMORY] and press [MENU/SET].

  • Page 80: Entering Text

    Recording Entering Text It is possible to enter babies’ and pets’ names and the locations 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 81: Using The [Rec] Menu

    Recording Using the [Rec] Menu For details on [Rec] menu settings, refer to P42. [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 4608k3456...

  • Page 82: [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 adjusted according to the movement of the ([i.ISO]) subject and the brightness.

  • Page 83: [White Balance]

    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. Settings Description of settings [AWB]...
  • Page 84 Recording ∫ Auto White Balance Depending on the conditions prevailing when pictures are taken, the pictures may take on a reddish or bluish tinge. Furthermore, when a multiple number of light sources are being used or there is nothing with a colour close to white, Auto White Balance may not function properly.

  • Page 85: [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. [š] 15 areas) The focus and exposure can then be adjusted to fit that face ([Face Detection]) no matter what portion of the picture it is in.
  • Page 86 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 87: [Face Recog.]

    Recording ∫ Setting up [ ] ([AF Tracking]) Align the subject with the AF tracking frame, and then press 4 to lock onto the subject. A AF tracking frame • AF area will be displayed in yellow when a subject is recognised, and focus will automatically adjust continuously following the subject’s movement (Dynamic tracking).

  • Page 88: [I.exposure]

    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. •...

  • Page 89: [Digital Zoom]

    Recording [Digital Zoom] Applicable modes: This can enlarge subjects even more than the Optical Zoom, Extra Optical Zoom, or [i.ZOOM]. Settings: [ON]/[OFF] Note • Refer to for details. • The setting is fixed to [ON] in Macro Zoom Mode. [Burst] Applicable modes: Pictures are taken continuously while the shutter button is pressed.
  • Page 90 Recording Settings Description of settings Burst speed approx. 8 pictures/second Number of recordable max. 80 pictures pictures • 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). •...

  • Page 91: [Color Mode]

    Recording [Color Mode] Applicable modes: Sets various colour 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 The picture becomes sharper. [VIVID] The picture becomes black and white.

  • Page 92: [Red-Eye Removal]

    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. •...

  • Page 93: [Date Stamp]

    Recording [Date Stamp] Applicable modes: You can take a picture with date and time of recording. Settings Description of settings Stamp the year, month, and day. [W/O TIME] [WITH TIME] Stamp the year, month, day, hour, and minutes. [OFF] Note •...

  • Page 94: Using The [Motion Picture] Menu

    Recording Using the [Motion Picture] Menu For details on [Motion Picture] menu settings, refer to P42. In [Panorama Shot] in Scene Mode, the [Motion Picture] menu will not be displayed. [Rec Quality] Applicable modes: This sets up the picture quality of motion pictures. Settings Picture size/Bit rate Aspect ratio...

  • Page 95: Playback/Editing

    Playback/Editing Playback/Editing Various methods of playback You can play back the recorded pictures in various methods. Press [(]. Press [MODE]. Press 3/4/2/1 to select item, and then press [MENU/SET]. • Following items can be selected. ] ([Normal Play]) (P37) ] ([Slide Show]) (P96) ] ([Filtering Play]) (P98)

  • Page 96: [Slide Show]

    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. Furthermore, you can play back the pictures grouped together by category, or play back only those pictures you have set as favourites as a slide show.
  • Page 97 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 98: [Filtering Play]

    Playback/Editing [Filtering Play] The images sorted into the category or images set as favourite are played back. Settings Description of settings This mode allows you to search images by Scene Mode or other categories (such as [Portrait], [Scenery] or [Night Scenery]) and sort the pictures into each of the categories.

  • Page 99: [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 100: Having Fun With Recorded Pictures

    Playback/Editing Having Fun with Recorded Pictures [Auto Retouch] The brightness and colour 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 101: 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 102 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 (P120). For details, refer to P122.

  • Page 103: [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. (P42) 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 104 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]) Name registered in Face Recognition will be stamped.

  • Page 105: [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. (P42) Press 2/1 to select the motion picture to divide, and then press [MENU/SET].

  • Page 106: [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. (P42) 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 107: [Cropping]

    Playback/Editing [Cropping] You can enlarge and then clip the important part of the recorded picture. Select [Cropping] on the [Playback] menu. (P42) Press 2/1 to select the picture, and then press [MENU/SET]. Use the zoom button and press 3/4/2/1 to select the parts to be cropped.

  • Page 108: [Favorite]

    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. •...

  • Page 109: [Print 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.
  • Page 110 Playback/Editing ∫ Cancelling all the [Print Set] settings Select [Print Set] on the [Playback] menu. Press 3/4 to select [CANCEL] and then press [MENU/SET]. • Confirmation screen is displayed. It is executed when [Yes] is selected. Exit the menu after it is executed. ∫...

  • Page 111: [Protect]

    Playback/Editing [Protect] You can set protection for pictures you do not want to be deleted by mistake. Select [Protect] on the [Playback] menu. (P42) Press 3/4 to select [SINGLE] or [MULTI] and then press [MENU/ SET]. [SINGLE] [MULTI] Select the picture, and then press [MENU/SET].

  • Page 112: [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. (P42) 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 113: [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. (P42) Press 3/4 to select the copy destination and then press [MENU/SET].

  • Page 114: Connecting To Other Equipment

    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: Set the [TV Aspect]. (P51) Turn this unit and the TV off. Connect the camera and a TV.
  • Page 115 Connecting to other equipment Note • Depending on the [Picture Size], black bands may be displayed on the top and bottom or the left and right of the pictures. • Change the screen mode on your TV if the picture is displayed with the top or bottom cut off. •...

  • Page 116: Saving The Recorded Still Pictures And Motion Pictures

    (JPEG 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 117: 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. 1 Yellow: to the video input socket 2 White: to the audio input socket A AV cable (supplied) Connect this unit with the recording equipment with an AV cable (supplied).

  • Page 118: 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 119: Connecting To A Pc

    (Doing so will cause recorded images to be erased so do not choose to format.) If the card is not recognised, 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 120: Loading Still Pictures Or Motion Pictures

    Connecting to other equipment Loading still pictures or 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 121 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 122: 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 123: 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 124: 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 1/11 1/11 1/11 100 0001 100 0001 0001 [MENU/SET]. Multi Print Multi Print Multi Print Select Select Select Print Print...

  • Page 125: 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 126 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 [16:9] 101.6 mmk180.6 mm [A4] 210 mmk297 mm [A3] 297 mmk420 mm [10k15cm] 100 mmk150 mm [4qk6q]...
  • Page 127 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 prioritised. 1 picture with no frame on 1 page á 1 picture with a frame on 1 page â...

  • Page 128: Others

    Others Others Screen Display ∫ In recording 11 11 11 3s 3s 3s 3s 18 17 16 15 18 Number of days that have passed since Recording Mode Recording Quality (P94) the departure date (P46) Picture Size (P81) Location (P46) : Backlight Compensation (P30) Name...
  • Page 129 Others ∫ In playback 1 2 3 4 100 0001 100 0001 0001 1/11 1/11 1/11 3s 3s 3s 3s Playback Mode (P95) 13 Auto Retouch (P100) Protected picture (P111) Motion picture playback (P39) Favourites (P108) Play panorama (P71) Date/Text stamped display (P93, 103) 14 Number of days that have passed since Colour Mode...

  • Page 130: Cautions For Use

    Waterproofing is not guaranteed if the unit is subject to an impact as a result of being hit or dropped etc. If an impact to the camera occurs, it should be inspected (subject to a fee) by a Panasonic’s Service Centre to verify that the waterproofing is still effective. •...
  • Page 131 Others When using in a cold climate or at low temperatures • It may cause injury to the skin if you directly touch the metal parts of the unit in places where temperature is very low [environments under 0 oC (32 oF), such as ski resorts or places at high altitude] for a long period of time.
  • Page 132 Others 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 133 Others Cleaning Before cleaning the camera, remove the battery. 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 134 Others About the lens, the microphone, and the speaker • Do not press the lens with excessive force. • Do not leave the camera with the lens facing the sun, as rays of light from the sun may cause it to malfunction.
  • Page 135 Others Charger • If you use the battery charger near a radio, the radio reception may be disturbed. • Keep the charger 1 m (3.3 feet) or further away from radios. • The charger may generate whirring sounds when it is being used. This is not a malfunction. •...
  • Page 136 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 137 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 138: 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 cancelling the protect setting. (P111) [Some pictures cannot be deleted]/[This picture cannot be deleted] •...
  • Page 139 123) [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 Centre. • If the battery terminal is dirty, clean it and remove any objects.

  • Page 140: Troubleshooting

    Others Troubleshooting First, try out the following procedures (P140–151). If the problem is not resolved, it may be improved by selecting [Reset] (P51) on the [Setup] menu. Battery and power source The camera cannot be operated even when it is turned on. The camera turns off immediately after it is turned on.
  • Page 141 Others The recorded picture is too bright or dark. > Check that the exposure is correctly compensated. (P63) Multiple pictures are taken at one time. > Set Auto Bracket (P64) or [Burst] (P89) of the [Rec] menu to [OFF]. The subject is not focused properly. •...
  • Page 142 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 colour. These are a result of the characteristics of the light source and do not indicate a malfunction.
  • Page 143 Others Recording by [Panorama Shot] is ended before finishing. • If the camera is moved too slowly, the camera has assumed that camera motion was stopped and ended the still picture recording. • If there is large shaking towards the recording direction while moving the camera, recording is ended.
  • Page 144 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 145 Others Flash The flash is not activated. • Is the flash setting set to [Œ]? > Change the flash setting. (P57) • The flash cannot be used in the following cases: – When using Auto Bracket (P64) – In Miniature Effect Mode (P67) –...
  • Page 146 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 maker of digital cameras? •...
  • Page 147 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. •...
  • Page 148 The card is not recognised 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 149 Others Others [Requirements for Underwater use] is displayed repeatedly whenever the power is turned on. • Press [MENU/SET] after viewing the last screen (12/12). For details, refer to P7. An unreadable language was selected by mistake. > Press [MENU/SET], select the [Setup] menu icon [ ].
  • Page 150 Others A part of the camera such as the zoom button and side door does not move. • If the camera is used in cold places such as ski resorts or places at high altitude with the snow or water droplets adhered to the camera, some parts of the camera may become hard to move with snow or water droplets freezing in the gap of the zoom button or the camera [ON/OFF] button.
  • Page 151 Others Zooming stops instantaneously. • When using the Extra Optical Zoom, the zooming action will stop temporarily. This is not a malfunction. Zoom does not go up to maximum magnification. • Is the camera set to Macro Zoom Mode? (P61) Maximum zoom during Macro Zoom Mode is 3k digital zoom.
  • Page 152 • SDXC Logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC. • QuickTime and the QuickTime logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Apple Inc., used under license therefrom. • Mac and Mac OS are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.

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