Page 1: Operating Instructions
Operating Instructions Digital Camera DMC-FX150/DMC-FX180 Model No. Before use, please read these instructions completely. QuickTime and the QuickTime logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Apple Inc., used under license therefrom. VQT1T25...
Page 2: Information For Your Safety
Before Use Dear Customer, We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for purchasing this Panasonic Digital Camera. Please read these Operating Instructions carefully and keep them handy for future reference. Before Use Information for Your Safety WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR PRODUCT DAMAGE, •...
Page 3 Before Use ∫ About the battery charger CAUTION! • DO NOT INSTALL OR PLACE THIS UNIT IN A BOOKCASE, BUILT-IN CABINET OR IN ANOTHER CONFINED SPACE. ENSURE THE UNIT IS WELL VENTILATED. TO PREVENT RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK OR FIRE HAZARD DUE TO OVERHEATING, ENSURE THAT CURTAINS AND ANY OTHER MATERIALS DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE VENTILATION VENTS.
Page 4 Before Use ∫ Care of the camera • Do not strongly shake or bump the camera by dropping it etc. This unit may malfunction, recording pictures may no longer be possible or the lens or the LCD monitor may be damaged. •...
Page 5 Before Use ∫ About Condensation (When the lens is fogged up) • Condensation occurs when the ambient temperature or humidity changes. Be careful of condensation since it causes lens stains, fungus and camera malfunction. • If condensation occurs, turn the camera off and leave it for about 2 hours. The fog will disappear naturally when the temperature of the camera becomes close to the ambient temperature.
Page 6: Table Of Contents
Contents Playing back Pictures ([NORMAL PLAY]) ........45 • Displaying Multiple Screens (Multi Playback) ........46 Before Use • Using the Playback Zoom ....47 • Switching the [PLAYBACK] mode ..47 Deleting Pictures ........48 Information for Your Safety .......2 • To delete a single picture ....48 Quick Guide ..........8 •...
Page 7 • [RESIZE] Reducing the picture size (number of pixels)....119 Advanced (Recording pictures) • [TRIMMING] ........120 • [LEVELING]........121 • [ASPECT CONV.] ......122 Motion Picture Mode .......77 • [ROTATE]/[ROTATE DISP.]....123 Useful Functions at Travel • [FAVORITE] ........124 Destinations ..........80 • [DPOF PRINT] ........125 •...
Page 8: Before Use
Before Use Before Use Quick Guide This is an overview of how to record and play back pictures with the camera. For each step, be sure to refer to the pages indicated in brackets. plug-in type Charge the battery. (P13) •...
Page 9 Before Use Play back the pictures. 1 Slide the [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch to [(]. 2 Select the picture you want to view. (P45)   - 9 -...
Page 10: Standard Accessories
Before Use Standard Accessories Check that all the accessories are included before using the camera. Battery Pack (Indicated as battery in the text) Charge the battery before use. Battery Charger (Indicated as charger in the text) AC Cable USB Connection Cable AV Cable CD-ROM •...
Page 11: Names Of The Components
Before Use Names of the Components Flash (P52) Lens (P5, 146) Self-timer indicator (P58) AF assist lamp (P104) LCD monitor (P50, 142) Status indicator (P18, 29, [MENU/SET] button (P21) [DISPLAY] button (P50) [Q.MENU] (P26)/Delete (P48) button [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch (P23) 10 Cursor buttons A: 3/Exposure compensation (P59)/ Flash output adjustment (P55)/Auto...
Page 12 21 [AV OUT/DIGITAL] socket (P130, 133, 139) 22 [DC IN] socket (P130, 133) • Always use a genuine Panasonic AC adaptor (optional). • This camera cannot charge the battery even when the AC adaptor (optional) is connected to it. 23 Tripod receptacle •...
Page 13: Preparation
Preparation Preparation Charging the Battery • Use the dedicated charger and battery. • The battery is not charged when the camera is shipped. Charge the battery before use. • Charge the battery with the charger indoors. • Charge the battery in a temperature between 10 oC to 35 oC. (The battery temperature should also be the same.) Attach the battery with attention to the direction of the...
Page 14 Preparation ∫ When the [CHARGE] indicator flashes • The battery temperature is excessively high or low. The charging time will be longer than normal. Also, charging may not be completed. • The terminals of the charger or the battery are dirty. In this case, wipe them with a dry cloth. Note •...
Page 15: About The Battery (Charging/Number Of Recordable Pictures)
¢ • Temperature: 23 oC/Humidity: 50% 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 [AUTO].)
Page 16 Preparation Playback time Approx. 450 min The number of recordable pictures and playback time will vary depending on the operating conditions and storing condition of the battery. ∫ Charging Charging time Approx. 130 min maximum Charging time and number of recordable pictures with the optional battery pack are the same as above.
Page 17: Inserting And Removing The Card (Optional)/The Battery
Inserting and Removing the Card (optional)/the Battery • 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. • Always use genuine Panasonic batteries.
Page 18 Preparation Note • Remove the battery after use. Store the removed battery in the battery carrying case (supplied). • Do not remove the battery until the LCD monitor and the status indicator (green) turn off as the settings on the camera may not be stored properly. •...
Page 19: About The Built-In Memory/The Card
Preparation About the Built-in Memory/the Card The following operations can be performed using this unit. • When a card has not been inserted: Pictures can be recorded in the built-in memory and played back. • When a card has been inserted: Pictures can be recorded on the card and played back.
Page 20 You can only use cards with SDHC logo (indicating compliance with the SD standard) if using cards with 4 GB or more capacity. • Please confirm the latest information on the following website. http://panasonic.co.jp/pavc/global/cs (This Site is English only.) Note •...
Page 21: Setting Date/Time (Clock Set)
Preparation Setting Date/Time (Clock Set) • The clock is not set when the camera is shipped. Turn the camera on. A [MENU/SET] button B Cursor buttons Press [MENU/SET]. Press 3/4 to select the language, and press [MENU/SET]. • The [PLEASE SET THE CLOCK] message appears. (This message does not appear in [PLAYBACK] mode.) Press [MENU/SET].
Page 22: Changing The Clock Setting
Preparation Changing the clock setting Select [CLOCK SET] in the [REC] or [SETUP] menu, and press 1. (P24) • It can be changed in steps to set the clock. • The clock setting is maintained for 3 months using the built-in clock battery even without the battery.
Page 23: Setting The Menu
Preparation Setting the Menu The camera comes with menus that allow you to set 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 24: Setting Menu Items
Preparation Setting menu items This section describes how to select the programme AE mode settings, and the same setting can be used for the [PLAYBACK] menu and [SETUP] menu as well. Example: Setting [AF MODE] from [ ] to [ ] in the programme AE mode Ø...
Page 25 Preparation Switching to the [SETUP] menu Press 2. Press 4 to select the [SETUP] menu icon [ Press 1. • Select a menu item next and set it. Press 3/4 to select [AF MODE]. • Select the item at the very bottom, and press 4 to move to the second screen.
Page 26: Using The Quick Menu
Preparation Using the quick menu By using the quick menu, some of the menu settings can be easily found. • Some of the menu items cannot be set by the modes. • Advanced settings for the following items can be performed by pressing [DISPLAY]. [DISPLAY] is displayed on the screen.
Page 27: About The Setup Menu
Preparation Perform these settings if you need to. About the Setup Menu [CLOCK SET], [ECONOMY] and [AUTO REVIEW] are important items. Check their settings before using them. • In the Intelligent auto mode, only [CLOCK SET], [WORLD TIME], [TRAVEL DATE], [BEEP] and [LANGUAGE] can be set.
Page 28 Preparation Adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor in 7 steps. [MONITOR] These menu settings make it easier to see the LCD monitor when you are in bright places. [OFF] „ [AUTO POWER LCD]: [LCD MODE] The brightness is adjusted automatically depending on how bright it is around the camera.
Page 29 Preparation This allows you to set either to display or not display the histogram. (P51) [HISTOGRAM] [OFF]/[ON] When the auto review function is activated, white saturated areas appear blinking in black and white. [HIGHLIGHT] [OFF]/[ON] • If there are any white saturated areas, we recommend [ON] [OFF] compensating the exposure towards negative...
Page 30 Preparation Set the length of time that the picture is displayed after taking it. [OFF] [1SEC.] [2SEC.] o [AUTO REVIEW] [HOLD]: The pictures are displayed until one any of the buttons is pressed. [ZOOM]: The picture is displayed for 1 second and then enlarged 4k and displayed for 1 more second.
Page 31 Preparation Select the USB communication system after or before connecting the camera to your PC or your printer with the USB connection cable (supplied). y [SELECT ON CONNECTION]: Select either [PC] or [PictBridge(PTP)] if you connected the x [USB MODE] camera to a PC or a printer supporting PictBridge.
Page 32 Preparation The built-in memory or card is formatted. Formatting irretrievably [FORMAT] deletes all the data so check the data carefully before formatting. • Use a battery with sufficient battery power or the AC adaptor (optional) when formatting. Do not turn the camera off during formatting. •...
Page 33: Selecting The [Rec] Mode
Preparation Mode switching Selecting the [REC] Mode When the [REC] mode is selected, the camera can be set to the Intelligent auto mode in which the optimal settings are established in line with the subject to be recorded and the recording conditions, or to the scene mode which enables you to take pictures that match the scene being recorded.
Page 34 Preparation ∫ List of [REC] modes Intelligent auto mode (P35) ¦ The subjects are recorded using settings automatically selected by the camera. Program AE mode (P39) » The subjects are recorded using your own settings. Manual exposure mode (P62) º The subjects are recorded with set aperture and shutter speed.
Page 35: Basic
Basic ñ [REC] mode: Basic 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 36 Basic Hold this unit gently with both hands, keep your arms still at your side and stand with your feet slightly apart. A Flash B AF assist lamp Press the shutter button halfway to focus. • The focus indication 1 (green) lights when the subject is focused.
Page 37: Scene Detection
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. > [i-PORTRAIT] ¦ [i-SCENERY] [i-MACRO] • [i-NIGHT PORTRAIT] Only when [‡] is selected •...
Page 38: About The Flash
Basic About the flash • When [‡] is selected, [ ], [ ] or [ ] is set depending on the type of subject and brightness. • When [ ] or [ ] is set, digital red-eye correction (P54) is enabled, and the flash is activated twice.
Page 39: Taking Pictures With Your Favourite Settings (Program Ae Mode)
Basic ³ [REC] mode: Taking pictures with your favourite settings (Program AE mode) Many more menu items can be set and you can take pictures with greater freedom than when you take pictures in the Intelligent auto mode (P35). Slide the [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch to [!].
Page 40: Focusing
Basic Focusing Aim the AF area at the subject, and then press the shutter button halfway. When the subject is When the subject Focus focused is not focused Focus indication Blinks AF area White>Green White>Red Sound Beeps 2 times Beeps 4 times A Focus indication B AF area (normal) C AF area (when using the digital zoom or when it is dark)
Page 41: Preventing Jitter (Camera Shake)
Basic Preventing jitter (camera shake) When the jitter alert [ ] appears, use [STABILIZER] (P102), a tripod or the self-timer (P58). • Shutter speed will be slower particularly in the following cases. Keep the camera still from the moment the shutter button is pressed until the picture appears on the screen. We recommend using a tripod.
Page 42: Taking Pictures With The Zoom
Basic ñ³²¿n [REC] mode: Taking Pictures with the Zoom Using the Optical Zoom/Using the Extra Optical Zoom (EZ)/Using the Digital Zoom You can zoom-in to make people and objects appear closer or zoom-out to record landscapes in wide angle. To make subjects appear even closer [maximum of 7.7k], do not set the picture size to the highest setting for each aspect ratio (X/Y/W).
Page 43 Basic • 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 The magnification level differs depending on [PICTURE SIZE] and [ASPECT RATIO] setting. ¢2 The on-screen zoom indication may momentarily stop moving when you rotate the zoom lever to the extreme Tele position.
Page 44: Using The Easy Zoom
Basic Using the Easy zoom You can zoom at high speed to Tele (maximum zoom position). The zoom magnification differs depending on the picture size that is set. Press [E.ZOOM]. You can further extend the zoom to the digital zoom range by pressing [E.ZOOM] again when [DIGITAL ZOOM] (P100) is set to [ON].
Page 45: Playing Back Pictures ([Normal Play])
Basic ¸ [PLAYBACK] mode: Playing back Pictures ([NORMAL PLAY]) Slide the [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch A to [(]. • Normal playback is set automatically in the following cases. – When the mode was switched from the [REC] to [PLAYBACK]. – When the camera was turned on while the [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch was at [(].
Page 46: 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 (P114) 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 47: Using The Playback Zoom
Basic Using the Playback Zoom Rotate the zoom lever towards [Z] (T). 1k>2k>4k>8k>16k • When you rotate the zoom lever towards [L] (W) after enlarging the picture, the magnification becomes lower. • When you change the magnification, the zoom position indication A appears for about 1 second, and the position of the enlarged section can be moved by pressing 3/4/2/1.
Page 48: Deleting Pictures
B a s i c ¸ [PLAYBACK] mode: Deleting Pictures Once deleted, pictures cannot be recovered. • Pictures on the built-in memory or the card, which is being played back will be deleted. To delete a single picture Select the picture to be deleted, and then press [‚].
Page 49 Basic ∫ When [DELETE ALL] has been selected with the [FAVORITE] (P124) setting The selection screen is displayed again. Select [DELETE ALL] or [ALL DELETE EXCEPT Ü], press 3 to select [YES] and delete the pictures. ([ALL DELETE EXCEPTÜ] cannot be selected if no pictures have been set as [FAVORITE].) Note •...
Page 50: Advanced (Recording Pictures)
Advanced (Recording pictures) Advanced (Recording pictures) About the LCD Monitor Press [DISPLAY] to change. A LCD monitor B [DISPLAY] button • When the menu screen appears, the [DISPLAY] button is not activated. During playback zoom (P47), while playing back motion pictures (P110) and during a slide show (P105), you can only select...
Page 51 Advanced (Recording pictures) ∫ Recording guide line When you align the subject on the horizontal and vertical guide lines or the cross point of these lines, you can take pictures with well-designed composition by viewing the size, the slope and the balance of the subject. This is used when dividing the entire screen into 3k3 for taking pictures with a well-balanced composition.
Page 52: Taking Pictures Using The Built-In Flash
Advanced (Recording pictures) ñ³²¿ [REC] mode: 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 a mode.
Page 53 Advanced (Recording pictures) Item Description of settings The flash is automatically activated when the recording conditions make ‡: AUTO it necessary. 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 AUTO/Red-eye phenomenon (eyes of the subject appearing red in the picture) and then ¢...
Page 54 Advanced (Recording pictures) ∫ About the digital red-eye correction When the flash is used with the Red-eye reduction ([ ], [ ], [ ]) selected, it will automatically detect and correct the red-eye in the image data. ¢ It may not be able to correct the red-eye depending on the recording conditions. It may also correct objects other than red-eye.
Page 55: Adjust The Flash Output
Advanced (Recording pictures) ∫ The available flash range to take pictures • The available flash range is an approximation. Available flash range ISO sensitivity Wide Tele ¢ AUTO 60 cm to 5.9 m 30 cm to 2.9 m 60 cm to 1.8 m 30 cm to 90 cm 60 cm to 2.6 m 30 cm to 1.3 m...
Page 56 Advanced (Recording pictures) ∫ Shutter speed for each flash setting Flash setting Shutter speed (Sec.) Flash setting Shutter speed (Sec.) ¢1 ‡ to 1/2000th ¢2 1 or 1/4th to 1/2000th ¢1 1/30 to 1/2000th ¢1 to 1/2000th ‰ Œ ¢2, 3 1 or 1/4th to 1/2000th ¢1 It may vary depending on the [MIN.
Page 57: Taking Close-Up Pictures
Advanced (Recording pictures) ³²n [REC] mode: Taking Close-up Pictures This mode allows you to take close-up pictures of a subject, e.g. when taking pictures of flowers. You can take pictures of a subject as close as 5 cm from the lens by rotating the zoom lever upmost to Wide (1k).
Page 58: Taking Pictures With The Self-Timer
Advanced (Recording pictures) ñ³²¿ [REC] mode: Taking Pictures with the Self-timer Press 2 [ë]. Press 3/4 to select a mode. • You can also press 2 [ë] to select. Press [MENU/SET]. • You can also press the shutter button halfway to finish. •...
Page 59: Compensating The Exposure
Advanced (Recording pictures) ³¿n [REC] mode: 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. Properly Under exposed Overexposed exposed Compensate the exposure Compensate the exposure towards positive.
Page 60: Taking Pictures Using Auto Bracket/Colour Bracket
Advanced (Recording pictures) ³²¿ [REC] mode: Taking Pictures using Auto Bracket/ Colour Bracket Auto Bracket In this mode, 3 pictures are automatically recorded in the selected exposure compensation range each time the shutter button is pressed. You can select the picture with the desired exposure from the 3 pictures with different exposures.
Page 61: Colour Bracket
Advanced (Recording pictures) Colour Bracket In this mode, up to 3 pictures in black & white, standard, or sepia in the selected modes are automatically recorded each time the shutter button is pressed. Press 3 [È] until [AUTO BRACKET] appears, press [DISPLAY].
Page 62: Taking Pictures With Exposure Set Manually (Manual Exposure)
Advanced (Recording pictures) ² [REC] mode: Taking Pictures with Exposure Set Manually (Manual exposure) Determine the exposure by manually setting the aperture value and the shutter speed. Slide the [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch to [!], and then set the mode dial to [²]. Press 3/4 to select aperture or shutter speed, and press 2/1 to set .
Page 63 Advanced (Recording pictures) Press the shutter button halfway. • The manual exposure assistance A appears for about 10 seconds to indicate the exposure. • Set the aperture value and the shutter speed again when the exposure is not adequate. Manual setting screen is displayed when 3 is pressed.
Page 64: Taking Pictures That Match The Scene Being Recorded (Scene Mode)
Advanced (Recording pictures) ¿ [REC] 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]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch to [!].
Page 65: [Portrait]
Advanced (Recording pictures) [PORTRAIT] When taking pictures of people outdoors during the daytime, this mode allows you to improve the appearance of the persons concerned 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.
Page 66: [Transform]
Advanced (Recording pictures) [TRANSFORM] Subject can be recorded either slim or stretched, and at the same time, skin can be recorded smoothly. Press 3/4 to select the setting, and then press [MENU/ SET]. • It can be set from the quick menu (P26). Take pictures.
Page 67: [Self Portrait]
Advanced (Recording pictures) [SELF PORTRAIT] Select this to take pictures of yourself. ∫ Technique for Self portrait mode • Press the shutter button halfway to focus. The self-timer indicator lights up when you are brought into focus. Making sure you hold the camera still, press the shutter button fully to take the picture.
Page 68: [Night Portrait]
Advanced (Recording pictures) [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 [ • Since the shutter speed becomes slower, we recommend using a tripod and the self-timer for taking pictures.
Page 69: [Party]
Advanced (Recording pictures) [PARTY] Select this when you want to take pictures at a wedding reception, an indoor party etc. This allows you to take pictures of people and the background with near real-life brightness. ∫ Technique for Party mode •...
Page 70: [Baby1]/[Baby2]
Advanced (Recording pictures) [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] (P117).
Page 71: [Pet]
Advanced (Recording pictures) [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. You can select to have these appear at the time of playback, or have them stamped on the recorded image using [TEXT STAMP] (P117).
Page 72: [Hi-Speed Burst]
Advanced (Recording pictures) [HI-SPEED BURST] This is a convenient mode for shooting rapid movement or a decisive moment. Press 3/4 to select [SPEED PRIORITY] or [IMAGE PRIORITY] and then press [MENU/SET] to set. Press 3/4 to select the picture size and aspect ratio and then press [MENU/SET] to set.
Page 73: [Flash Burst]
Advanced (Recording pictures) [FLASH BURST] Still pictures are taken continuously with flash. It is convenient to take continuous still pictures in dark places. ∫ Picture size and aspect ratio Press 3/4 to select the picture size and aspect ratio and then press [MENU/SET] to set.
Page 74: [Starry Sky]
Advanced (Recording pictures) [STARRY SKY] This allows you to take vivid pictures of a starry sky or a dark subject. ∫ Setting the shutter speed Select a shutter speed of [15 SEC.], [30 SEC.] or [60 SEC.]. Press 3/4 to select the number of seconds and then press [MENU/SET].
Page 75: [Beach]
Advanced (Recording pictures) [BEACH] This allows you to take even more vivid pictures of the blue colour of the sea, sky etc. It also prevents under exposure of people under strong sunlight. Note • The initial setting for [AF MODE] is [š]. •...
Page 76: [Pin Hole]
Advanced (Recording pictures) [PIN HOLE] Picture is taken darker and with soft focus around the subjects. ∫ Picture size and aspect ratio Press 3/4 to select the picture size and aspect ratio and then press [MENU/SET] to set. • 3M (4:3), 2.5M (3:2) or 2M (16:9) is selected as the picture size. Note •...
Page 77: Motion Picture Mode
Advanced (Recording pictures) [REC] mode: Advanced (Recording pictures) Motion Picture Mode Slide the [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch to [!]. Set the mode dial to [n]. Press the shutter button halfway to focus and then press it fully to start recording. A Audio recording •...
Page 78 Advanced (Recording pictures) Changing the settings for the picture quality • When you set the picture quality to [ ], [ ] or [ ], we recommend using a high-speed card with “10MB/s” or greater displayed on the package. Press [MENU/SET]. Press 3/4 to select [PICTURE MODE] and then press Press 3/4 to select the item and then press [MENU/SET].
Page 79 Also the recording information may not be displayed correctly. • Due to implemented sound quality improvements, motion pictures shot using this unit cannot be played back on Panasonic digital cameras (LUMIX) sold before August 2008. • In motion picture mode, the following functions cannot be used.
Page 80: Useful Functions At Travel Destinations
Advanced (Recording pictures) ñ³²¿n [REC] mode: Useful Functions at Travel Destinations Recording which Day of the Vacation You Take the Picture For details on the [SETUP] menu settings, refer to P24. If you set the departure date or the travel destination of the vacation in advance, the number of days that have passed since the departure date (which day of the vacation it is) is recorded when you take the picture.
Page 81: Take A Picture
Advanced (Recording pictures) Press 3/4/2/1 to set the return date (year/month/ day), and then press [MENU/SET]. • If you do not want to set the return date, press [MENU/SET] while the date bar is displayed. Press 4 to select [LOCATION] and then press 1. Press 4 to select [SET] and then press [MENU/ SET].
Page 82 Advanced (Recording pictures) ∫ Cancelling the travel date The travel date is automatically cancelled if the current date is after the return date. If you want to cancel the travel date before the end of the vacation, select [OFF] on the screen shown in step and then press [MENU/SET] twice.
Page 83: Recording Dates/Times At Overseas Travel Destinations (World Time)
Advanced (Recording pictures) Recording Dates/Times at Overseas Travel Destinations (World Time) For details on the [SETUP] menu settings, refer to P24. You can display the local times at the travel destinations and record them on the pictures you take. • Select [CLOCK SET] to set the current date and time in advance.
Page 84 Advanced (Recording pictures) Press 3 to select [DESTINATION] and then press [MENU/SET] to set. C Depending on the setting, the time at the travel destination area or the home area is displayed. Press 2/1 to select the area the travel destination is in and then press [MENU/SET] to set.
Page 85: Using The [Rec] Mode Menu
Advanced (Recording pictures) Using the [REC] Mode Menu [PICTURE SIZE] For details on [REC] mode menu settings, refer to P24. 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. ñ³²¿...
Page 86: [Quality]
Advanced (Recording pictures) Note • “EZ” is an abbreviation of “Extra optical Zoom”. • A digital picture is made of numerous dots called pixels. The higher the numbers of pixels, the finer the picture will be when it is printed on a large piece of paper or displayed on a PC monitor.
Page 87: [Aspect Ratio]
Advanced (Recording pictures) [ASPECT RATIO] For details on [REC] mode menu settings, refer to P24. This allows you to select the aspect ratio of the pictures to suit printing or the playback method. ñ³²¿ Applicable modes: [X]: [ASPECT RATIO] of a 4:3 TV [Y]: [ASPECT RATIO] of a 35 mm film camera [W]: [ASPECT RATIO] of a high-definition TV, etc.
Page 88: [Sensitivity]
Advanced (Recording pictures) [SENSITIVITY] For details on [REC] mode menu settings, refer to P24. 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.
Page 89: [White Balance]
Advanced (Recording pictures) [WHITE BALANCE] For details on [REC] mode menu settings, refer to P24. 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.
Page 90 Advanced (Recording pictures) ∫ Finely adjusting the white balance [ You can finely adjust the white balance when you cannot acquire the desired hue by setting the white balance. • It can be set from the quick menu (P26). Select [WHITE BALANCE] and then press 1 •...
Page 91 Advanced (Recording pictures) ∫ 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 92: [Metering Mode]
Advanced (Recording pictures) [METERING MODE] For details on [REC] mode menu settings, refer to P24. Type of optical measurement to measure brightness can be changed. ³²n Applicable modes: [C]: Multiple This is the method in which the camera measures the most suitable exposure by judging the allocation of brightness on the whole screen automatically.
Page 93: [Af Mode]
Advanced (Recording pictures) [AF MODE] For details on [REC] mode menu settings, refer to P24. This allows the focusing method that suits the positions and number of the subjects to be selected. ³²¿n Applicable modes: The camera automatically detects the person’s face. The [š]: Face detection focus and exposure can then be adjusted to fit that face no matter what portion of the picture it is in.
Page 94 Advanced (Recording pictures) ∫ About [š] 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 faces within the yellow AF areas are also focused.
Page 95 Advanced (Recording pictures) ∫ Setting up [ ] (AF Tracking) Bring the subject to the AF tracking Before locking Locked frame, and press 4 to lock the subject • AF tracking frame will continuously focus on the subject's movement once the subject is recognised.
Page 96 Advanced (Recording pictures) ∫ About AF area selection You can select the AF area when [ ], [ƒ], [Ø] or [Ù] is selected. It will switch to the AF area select screen by selecting with 3/4, and then [AF MODE] pressing 1.
Page 97: [Quick Af]
Advanced (Recording pictures) [QUICK AF] For details on [REC] mode menu settings, refer to P24. 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 at times when, for instance, you do not want to miss a picture-taking opportunity.
Page 98: [I.exposure]
Advanced (Recording pictures) Note • When the burst mode setting is set to Unlimited – The burst speed becomes slower halfway. The exact timing of this depends on the type of card, the picture size and the quality. – You can take pictures until the capacity of the built-in memory or the card is full. •...
Page 99: [Multi Expo.]
Advanced (Recording pictures) [MULTI EXPO.] For details on [REC] mode menu settings, refer to P24. Using this function, you can achieve the kind of effect that is obtained when an image is exposed two or three times. ³² Applicable modes: Select [START] and then press [MENU/SET].
Page 100: [Digital Zoom]
Advanced (Recording pictures) ∫ About automatic gain control setting and set it. Select [AUTO GAIN] on the screen shown in step [ON]: The brightness level is adjusted according to the number of pictures taken and the pictures are superimposed over each other. [OFF ]: Compensate the exposure to match the subject so that all the superimposed exposure effects will be just right.
Page 101: [Color Effect]
Advanced (Recording pictures) [COLOR EFFECT] For details on [REC] mode menu settings, refer to P24. Setting colour effects for the recorded pictures. ñ³²n Applicable modes: [OFF]: This is the standard setting. [B/W]: The picture becomes black and white. [SEPIA]: The picture becomes sepia. [COOL]: The picture becomes bluish.
Page 102: [Stabilizer]
Advanced (Recording pictures) [STABILIZER] For details on [REC] mode menu settings, refer to P24. 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. ³²¿n Applicable modes: [OFF] [AUTO]: The optimum jitter compensation is selected depending on the condition.
Page 103: [Min. Shtr Speed]
Advanced (Recording pictures) [MIN. SHTR SPEED] For details on [REC] mode menu settings, refer to P24. You can take a picture brightly in dark places by setting [MIN. SHTR SPEED] slower. Also, you can set it faster to reduce the blur of the subject. ³...
Page 104: [Af Assist Lamp]
Advanced (Recording pictures) [AF ASSIST LAMP] For details on [REC] mode menu settings, refer to P24. Illuminating the subject makes it easier for the camera to focus when recording in low light conditions that make focusing difficult. ³²¿n Applicable modes: [OFF]: The AF assist lamp does not turn on.
Page 105: Advanced (Playback)
Advanced (Playback) ¸ [PLAYBACK] mode: Advanced (Playback) Playing Back Pictures in Sequence (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 106 Advanced (Playback) When [CATEGORY SELECTION] has been selected in step Press 3/4/2/1 to select the category to play back and then press [MENU/SET] to set. • For details on categories, refer to P108. Press 3 to select [START] and then press [MENU/ SET].
Page 107 Advanced (Playback) ∫ 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 108: Selecting Pictures And Playing Them Back ([Category Play]/ [Favorite Play])
Advanced (Playback) ¸ [PLAYBACK] mode: Selecting Pictures and Playing them Back ([CATEGORY PLAY]/[FAVORITE PLAY]) [CATEGORY PLAY] 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 109: [Favorite Play]
Advanced (Playback) [FAVORITE PLAY] You can play back the pictures you have set as [FAVORITE] (P124) (Only when [FAVORITE] is set to [ON] and there are pictures which have been set to [FAVORITE]). Perform steps 1 and 2 on page 105. Press 3/4 to select [FAVORITE PLAY], and then press [MENU/SET].
Page 110: Playing Back Motion Pictures/Pictures With Audio
Advanced (Playback) ¸ [PLAYBACK] mode: Playing Back Motion Pictures/Pictures with Audio Motion pictures Press 2/1 to select a picture with a motion picture icon (such as [ ]), and then press 3 to play back. A The motion picture recording time B Motion picture icon C Motion picture playback icon •...
Page 111: Pictures With Audio
Advanced (Playback) Pictures with audio Press 2/1 to select a picture with the audio icon [ and then press 3 to play back. A Audio icon • Refer to [AUDIO REC.] (P103) and [AUDIO DUB.] (P128) information about how to create still pictures with audio. Note •...
Page 112: Creating Still Pictures From A Motion Picture
Advanced (Playback) ¸ [PLAYBACK] mode: Creating still pictures from a motion picture You can create a single still picture (with 1 screen or 9 screens) from a recorded motion picture. This is effective in moving scenes when you want to look carefully at the movement of a sportsperson etc.
Page 113 Advanced (Playback) Picture size Item 1 picture 9 pictures 0.3 M 0.3 M • [QUALITY] is fixed to [›]. Note • You may not be able to save still pictures from a motion picture taken on other equipment. - 113 -...
Page 114: Using The [Playback] Mode Menu
Advanced (Playback) ¸ [PLAYBACK] mode: Using the [PLAYBACK] mode menu You can use various functions in playback mode to rotate pictures, set protection for them etc. • With [TEXT STAMP], [RESIZE], [TRIMMING], [LEVELING] or [ASPECT CONV.], 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 115: [Title Edit]
Advanced (Playback) [TITLE EDIT] You can add text (comments) to pictures. After text has been registered, it can be included in prints using [TEXT STAMP] (P117). (Only alphabetic characters and symbols can be entered.) Select [TITLE EDIT] on the [PLAYBACK] mode menu. (P24) Press 3/4 to select [SINGLE] or [MULTI] and then press [MENU/SET].
Page 116 Advanced (Playback) ∫ Delete the title [SINGLE] setting In step when [SINGLE] (P115) is selected, delete all the texts, select [EXIT], and press [MENU/SET]. Press [‚]. Press [MENU/SET] to close the menu. [MULTI] setting In step , delete all the texts, select [EXIT], and press [MENU/SET]. Press [MENU/SET] to close the menu.
Page 117: [Text Stamp]
Advanced (Playback) [TEXT STAMP] You can stamp the recording date/time, age, travel date or title onto the recorded pictures. It is suitable for regular size printing. (Pictures with a picture size larger than [ ] will be resized when stamping the date etc. on them.) Select [TEXT STAMP] on the [PLAYBACK] mode menu.
Page 118 Advanced (Playback) Press [MENU/SET]. • If you set [TEXT STAMP] for a picture with a picture size larger than [ ], the picture size will become smaller as shown below. Aspect ratio setting Picture size > > > • The picture becomes slightly rougher. Press 3 to select [YES] and then press [MENU/ SET].
Page 119: [Resize] Reducing The Picture Size (Number Of Pixels)
Advanced (Playback) [RESIZE] Reducing the picture size (number of pixels) We recommend resizing to [ ] if you want to attach a picture to an e-mail or use it on a website. (Pictures set to the minimum number of pixels for [ASPECT RATIO] cannot be further reduced in size.) Select [RESIZE] on the [PLAYBACK] mode menu.
Page 120: [Trimming]
Advanced (Playback) [TRIMMING] You can enlarge and then clip the important part of the recorded picture. Select [TRIMMING] on the [PLAYBACK] mode menu. (P24) Press 2/1 to select the picture, and then press [MENU/SET]. Reduction Enlargement Use the zoom lever and press 3/4/2/1 to select the parts to be trimmed.
Page 121: [Leveling]
Advanced (Playback) [LEVELING] Minute tilting of the image can be adjusted. Select [LEVELING] on the [PLAYBACK] mode menu. (P24) Press 2/1 to select the picture, and then press [MENU/SET]. Press 2/1 to adjust the tilting, and press [MENU/ SET]. 1: clockwise 2: counterclockwise •...
Page 122: [Aspect Conv.]
Advanced (Playback) [ASPECT CONV.] You can convert pictures taken with a [W] aspect ratio to a [Y] or a [X] aspect ratio. Select [ASPECT CONV.] on the [PLAYBACK] mode menu. (P24) Press 3/4 to select [Y] or [X] and then press [MENU/SET].
Page 123: [Rotate]/[Rotate Disp.]
Advanced (Playback) [ROTATE]/[ROTATE DISP.] This mode allows you to automatically display pictures vertically if they were recorded holding the camera vertically or rotate pictures manually in 90o steps. Rotate (The picture is rotated manually) Select [ROTATE] on the [PLAYBACK] mode menu. (P24) •...
Page 124: [Favorite]
Advanced (Playback) [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 PLAY]) • Play back the pictures set as favourites only as a slide show. •...
Page 125: [Dpof Print]
Advanced (Playback) [DPOF PRINT] 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 126 Advanced (Playback) ∫ Cancelling all the [DPOF PRINT] settings Select [CANCEL] on the screen shown in step and then press [MENU/SET]. Press 3 to select [YES] and then press [MENU/SET]. Press [MENU/SET] to close the menu. • You cannot select [CANCEL] if not even one picture has been set for DPOF printing. ∫...
Page 127: [Protect]
Advanced (Playback) [PROTECT] You can set protection for pictures you do not want to be deleted by mistake. Select [PROTECT] on the [PLAYBACK] mode menu. (P24) Press 3/4 to select [SINGLE] or [MULTI] and then press [MENU/SET]. [SINGLE] [MULTI] Select the picture, and then press [MENU/SET].
Page 128: [Audio Dub.]
Advanced (Playback) [AUDIO DUB.] You can add the audio after taking a picture. Select [AUDIO DUB.] on the [PLAYBACK] mode menu. (P24) Press 2/1 to select the picture and then press [MENU/SET] to start audio recording. • The message [OVERWRITE AUDIO DATA?] screen appears when audio has already been recorded.
Page 129: [Copy]
• Only pictures recorded with a Panasonic digital camera (LUMIX) will be copied. (Even if the pictures were recorded with a Panasonic digital camera, you may not be able to copy them if they were edited with a PC.) •...
Page 130: Connecting To Other Equipment
Connecting to other equipment Connecting to other equipment Connecting to a PC You can acquire recorded pictures to a PC by connecting the camera and the PC. • You can easily print out or mail the pictures you have imported. Use of the “...
Page 131 Connecting to other equipment Double-click on [Removable Disk] in [My Computer]. • When using a Macintosh, the drive is displayed on the desktop. (“LUMIX”, “NO_NAME” or “Untitled” is displayed.) Double-click [DCIM] folder. Using a drag-and-drop operation, move the pictures you want to acquire or the folder storing those pictures to any different folder on the PC.
Page 132 Connecting to other equipment ∫ Disconnecting the USB connection cable safely • Proceed with the hardware removal using “Safely Remove Hardware” on the task tray of the PC. If the icon is not displayed, check that [ACCESS] is not displayed on the LCD monitor of the digital camera before removing the hardware.
Page 133: 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. Preparations: Turn on the camera and the printer. Remove the card before printing the pictures in the built-in memory.
Page 134: Selecting A Single Picture And Printing It
Connecting to other equipment Note • Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one. Use of cables other than the supplied USB connection cable may cause malfunction. • Turn the camera off before connecting or disconnecting the AC adaptor (optional). •...
Page 135: Selecting Multiple Pictures And Printing Them
Connecting to other equipment Selecting multiple pictures and printing them Press 3. Press 3/4 to select an item and then press [MENU/ SET]. • If the print check screen has appeared, select [YES], and print the pictures. Item Description of settings Multiple pictures are printed at one time.
Page 136: 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 137 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 138: Page Layout/Printing
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 139: Playing Back Pictures On A Tv Screen
Connecting to other equipment ¸ [PLAYBACK] mode: Playing Back Pictures on a TV Screen Playing back pictures using the AV cable (supplied) Preparations: Set the [TV ASPECT]. (P31) Turn this unit and the TV off.   1 Yellow: to the video input socket 2 White: to the audio input socket A Align the marks, and insert.
Page 140: Playing Back Pictures On A Tv With An Sd Memory Card Slot
Connecting to other equipment Playing back pictures on a TV with an SD Memory Card slot Still pictures recorded on an SD Memory Card can be played back on a TV with an SD Memory Card slot. Note • Depending on the TV model, pictures may not be displayed on the full screen. •...
Page 141: Playing Back On The Tv With Component Socket
Depending on the [ASPECT RATIO], bands may be displayed on the top and bottom or the left and right of the pictures. • Do not use any other cables except a genuine Panasonic component cable (DMW-HDC2; optional). • Audio will be output as monaural.
Page 142: Screen Display
Others Others Screen Display ∫ In recording Recording in programme AE mode [»] (Initial setting) Recording mode Flash mode (P52) AF area (P40) Focus (P40) Picture size (P85) Quality (P86) Battery indication (P15) Number of recordable pictures (P164) Built-in memory (P19) : Card (P19)
Page 143 Others ∫ In recording (after settings) 16 AF Tracking (P95) : Flash output adjustment (P55) : Macro mode (P57) 17 White balance (P89) 18 ISO sensitivity (P88) maximum ISO sensitivity level (P87) 19 Colour effect (P101) 20 Picture mode (P78) 21 Available recording time (P77): R8m30s 22 Spot AF area...
Page 144 Others ∫ In playback Playback mode (P45) Protected picture (P127) Favourites (P124) Stamped with text indication (P117) Picture size (P85) Motion picture icon (P110) Quality (P86) Battery indication (P15) Folder/File number (P132) Built-in memory (P19) Elapsed playback time (P110): 8m30s Picture number/Total pictures 10 Motion picture recording time (P110): 8m30s...
Page 145: Cautions For Use
Others Cautions for Use Optimal use of the camera Take care not to drop or knock the unit or put a lot of pressure on it. • Take care not to knock or drop the bag/case that you inserted the camera in as the shock may cause damage to the camera, lens or LCD monitor.
Page 146 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 147 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 148 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 • When you use a tripod, make sure the tripod is stable when this unit is attached to it.
Page 149: 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 MEMORY CARD IS LOCKED] > The Write-Protect switch on the SD Memory Card and the SDHC Memory Card are moved to [LOCK].
Page 150 Others [NOT ENOUGH SPACE ON BUILT-IN MEMORY]/[NOT ENOUGH MEMORY ON THE CARD] • There is no space left on the built-in memory or the card. – When you copy pictures from the built-in memory to the card (batch copy), the pictures are copied until the capacity of the card becomes full.
Page 151 Others [READ ERROR/WRITE ERROR PLEASE CHECK THE CARD] • It has failed to read or write data. > Remove the card after turning the power [OFF]. Insert the card again, turn the power on, and try to read or write the data again. •...
Page 152: Functions That Cannot Be Set Or Will
Others Functions that cannot be set or will not work under some conditions Due to the camera’s specifications, it may not be possible to set some of the functions or some functions may not work in some of the conditions under which the camera is used. The table below lists these functions and the corresponding conditions.
Page 153 Others • [AUTO BRACKET] (P60) ô , , 5 , in [SCENE MODE] • $ mode • When [QUALITY] is set to [ ] or [ • [MULTI EXPO.] • [COLOR BRACKET] (P61) [SCENE MODE] • $ mode • When [QUALITY] is set to [ ] or [ •...
Page 154 Others • [AUDIO REC.] (P103) [AUTO BRACKET] • [COLOR BRACKET] • [BURST] • and 5 in [SCENE MODE] ô, • $ mode • When [QUALITY] is set to [ ] or [ • [MULTI EXPO.] • [AF ASSIST LAMP] (P104) 0, ,, /, ï, 4 and 7 in [SCENE MODE] •...
Page 155: Troubleshooting
Others Troubleshooting First, try out the following procedures (P155–163). If the problem is not resolved, it may be improved by selecting [RESET] (P30) on the [SETUP] menu when taking pictures. Battery and power source The camera cannot be operated even when it is turned on. •...
Page 156 Others Recording The picture cannot be recorded. • Is the [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch at the [!] setting? (P33) • Is the mode dial correctly set? • Is there any memory remaining on the built-in memory or the card? > Delete the pictures which are not necessary to increase the available memory. (P48) The recorded picture is whitish.
Page 157 Others The recorded picture looks rough. Noise appears on the picture. • Is the ISO sensitivity high or the shutter speed slow? (ISO sensitivity is set to [AUTO] when the camera is shipped. Therefore, when taking pictures indoors etc. noise will appear.) >...
Page 158 Others LCD monitor The LCD monitor turns off although the camera is turned on. • The LCD monitor turns off and the status indicator lights when [AUTO LCD OFF] (P29) selected for the [ECONOMY] mode. [This does not happen when using the AC adaptor (optional).] If the remaining battery power is low, it may take longer for the flash to be charged, and the time during which the LCD monitor is turned off may become longer.
Page 159 Others Playback The picture being played back is rotated and displayed in an unexpected direction. • [ROTATE DISP.] (P123) is set to [ON]. • You can rotate pictures with the [ROTATE] function. (P123) The picture is not played back. • Is the [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch set to [(]? (P45) •...
Page 160 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 of particles of dust in the air.
Page 161 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. • Output from the [COMPONENT OUT] socket is not possible when it is connected to the PC or the printer.
Page 162 Others Others An unreadable language was selected by mistake. > Press [MENU/SET], select the [SETUP] menu icon [ ] and then select the [~] icon to set the desired language. (P32) A red lamp sometimes turns on when the shutter button is pressed halfway. •...
Page 163 Others The file numbers are not recorded consecutively. • When you perform an operation after taking a certain action, the pictures may be recorded in folders with different numbers from the ones used prior to the operation. (P132) The file numbers are recorded in ascending order. •...
Page 164: Available Recording Time
Others Others Number of Recordable Pictures and Available Recording Time • The number of recordable pictures and the available recording time are an approximation. (These vary depending on the recording conditions and the type of card.) • The number of recordable pictures and the available recording time varies depending on the subjects.
Page 165 Others Aspect ratio (0.3M (13M): Picture size (2048k1536) (1600k1200) (640k480) (4416k2944) Quality › › › › Built-in Memory (Approx. 50 MB) 32 MB 64 MB 128 MB 256 MB 1170 1900 512 MB 2320 3770 Card 1 GB 1180 1830 4640 7550 2 GB...
Page 166 Others Aspect ratio (11M): (7.5M Picture size (4416k2480) (3648k2056) Quality › › Built-in Memory (Approx. 50 MB) 32 MB 64 MB 128 MB 256 MB 512 MB Card 1 GB 2 GB 1020 4 GB 1400 1030 2010 8 GB 1440 2850 2090...
Page 167 Others ∫ Available recording time (when recording motion pictures) Picture quality setting Built-in Memory 1 min 38 s 4 min 20 s (Approx. 50 MB) 32 MB 14 s 17 s 56 s 2 min 35 s 64 MB 16 s 33 s 39 s 1 min 58 s...
Page 168: Specifications
Others Specifications Digital Camera: Information for your safety Power Source: DC 5.1 V Power Consumption: 1.6 W (When recording) 0.6 W (When playing back) Camera effective pixels: 14,700,000 pixels Image sensor: 1/1.72q CCD, total pixel number 15,000,000 pixels, Primary colour filter Lens: Optical 3.6kzoom, fl6.0 mm to 21.4 mm (35 mm film camera equivalent: 28 mm to 100 mm)/F2.8 to F5.6...
Page 169 Others ISO sensitivity: AUTO/100/200/400/800/1600 [HIGH SENS.] mode: 1600 to 6400 Shutter speed: 60 seconds to 1/2000th of a second [STARRY SKY] mode: 15 seconds, 30 seconds, 60 seconds White balance: Auto white balance/Daylight/Cloudy/Shade/Incandescent lights/ White set 1/White set 2/Colour temperature setting Exposure (AE): Programme AE (P), Manual exposure (M) Exposure compensation (1/3 EV Step, j2 EV to i2 EV)
Page 170 Others Interface Digital: “USB 2.0” (High Speed) Analogue video/ audio: NTSC/PAL Composite (Switched by menu), Component Audio line output (monaural) Terminal [COMPONENT OUT]: Dedicated jack (10 pin) [AV OUT/DIGITAL]: Dedicated jack (8 pin) [DC IN]: Dedicated jack (2 pin) Dimensions: Approx.

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