Owner’s Manual for advanced features Digital Camera DMC-LS5 Model No. Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Panasonic Manuals VQT3W70...
● If condensation does occur, turn off the camera and wait about two hours before using it. Once the camera adjusts to the surrounding temperature, fogginess will clear naturally. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Panasonic Manuals - 4 - VQT3W70...
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Recording of certain material may be restricted even for the purpose of personal use. ■ Also refer to “Usage cautions and notes” (→72) Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Panasonic Manuals - 5 - VQT3W70...
• If any accessories are lost, customers in the USA and Puerto Rico should contact Panasonic’s parts department at 1-800-833-9626 and customers in Canada should contact 1-800-99-LUMIX (1-800-995-8649) for further information about obtaining replacement parts.
The illustrations and screens in this manual may differ from the actual product. ● Some methods of holding the camera may block the speaker, making it difficult to hear the beep, etc. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Panasonic Manuals - 7 - VQT3W70...
LR6/AA alkaline batteries or optional HR6/AA rechargeable Ni-MH (nickel metal hydride) batteries can be used with this unit. ● EVOLTA (EVOIA) batteries (Panasonic battery) can also be used. ● The following batteries cannot be used. Manganese batteries, lithium batteries, nickel batteries, Ni-Cd batteries, Oxyride...
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Please purchase new batteries. ● Do not use a damaged or dented battery (especially connectors), e.g. by dropping (can cause faults). Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Panasonic Manuals - 9 - VQT3W70...
• Card: Insert all the way firmly until it clicks. Do not touch the terminal Battery (check orientation) Card ( check orientation: terminals face LCD) Close the card/battery door and slide the door inward until it locks firmly Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Panasonic Manuals - 10 - VQT3W70...
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Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children to prevent swallowing. ● The unusable battery should be discarded in accordance with battery recycling laws. Call the RBRC hotline at 1-800-822-8837 for information. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Panasonic Manuals - 11 - VQT3W70...
● [QVGA] in [Rec Quality] can only be available to record motion pictures in the built-in memory. ■ Compatible memory cards (optional) The following SD standard-based cards (Panasonic brand recommended) Type of Card Capacity Notes SD Memory Cards 8 MB – 2 GB •...
● Latest information: http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/ (This Site is English only.) Recording capacity guidelines (pictures/recording time) The number of pictures you can take and the recording time varies in proportion to card capacity (and depending on recording conditions and type of card).
Confirm the setting and press [MENU/SET] • To return to the previous screen, press [ • Turn on power again and check time display. (Time and date can be displayed by pressing several times.) Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Panasonic Manuals - 14 - VQT3W70...
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● After the time has been set, the date can be printed correctly even if the date is not displayed on the camera screen. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Panasonic Manuals - 15 - VQT3W70...
(→32) • indicate that the Red-Eye Reduction function is activated. • The shutter speed is slower in Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Panasonic Manuals - 16 - VQT3W70...
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• [White Balance]: [AWB] • [AF Mode]: • [Red-Eye Removal]: [ON] • [Stabilizer]: [ON] ∗ (9-area-focusing) when face cannot be recognized ● The following functions cannot be used: [Exposure], [Digital Zoom] Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Panasonic Manuals - 17 - VQT3W70...
The zoom ratio and the zoom bar displayed on the screen are estimates. ● Extended Optical Zoom cannot be used in the following cases: Motion Picture, [High Sens.] in Scene Mode Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Panasonic Manuals - 18 - VQT3W70...
[Stabilizer] does not function while recording motion pictures. ● When there is no space left to store the motion picture, recording automatically ends. Additionally, recording in progress may be stopped, depending on the card used. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Panasonic Manuals - 19 - VQT3W70...
This camera is compliant with the unified DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) standard formulated by the Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association (JEITA), and with Exif (Exchangeable image file format). Only files that are DCF-compliant can be played back. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Panasonic Manuals - 20 - VQT3W70...
• The volume can be adjusted with the zoom button. ● Motion pictures recorded on other devices may not be played correctly. ● Motion pictures can be viewed on your computer using “PHOTOfunSTUDIO” on the supplied CD-ROM or “QuickTime.” Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Panasonic Manuals - 21 - VQT3W70...
(30 screens) Select picture with and press [MENU/SET] ● Pictures taken without clock settings are displayed with the date January 1st, 2011. ● Pictures displayed with [!] cannot be played back. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Panasonic Manuals - 22 - VQT3W70...
Use batteries with sufficient power. ● Pictures cannot be deleted in the following cases: • Protected pictures • Card switch is in “LOCK” position. • Pictures not of DCF standard (→20) Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Panasonic Manuals - 23 - VQT3W70...
• Enables you to specify color, sensitivity, pixel level, and other settings. [Playback] menu (Playback Mode only) Using your pictures • Enables you to specify picture protection, resizing, and other settings for pictures you have taken. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Panasonic Manuals - 24 - VQT3W70...
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The menu types and items that are displayed vary according to the mode. ● The setting methods vary depending on the menu item. ● In Recording Mode, the menu screen can also be exited by pressing the shutter button halfway. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Panasonic Manuals - 25 - VQT3W70...
If the LCD monitor flickers when you record pictures under LCD monitor. lighting such as fluorescent or LED lighting fixture, set the utility frequency of the area where you are using. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Panasonic Manuals - 26 - VQT3W70...
• Folder numbers and clock settings will remain unchanged. Current version is displayed. [Version Disp.] Check the version of the camera firmware. ● For details about the setting procedure in the [Setup] menu. (→24) Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Panasonic Manuals - 27 - VQT3W70...
1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http:www.panasonic.com/contactinfo Set the language displayed on the screen. [Language] Change display language. ● For details about the setting procedure in the [Setup] menu. (→24) Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Panasonic Manuals - 28 - VQT3W70...
Take pictures with automatic settings. (→16) − [Normal Picture] Mode Take pictures with your own settings. [Scene Mode] Take pictures according to scene. (→36) [Motion Picture] Mode Take motion pictures. (→19) Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Panasonic Manuals - 29 - VQT3W70...
Even if the focus display is lit, the camera may be unable to bring the subject into focus if it is out of range. ● AF area is displayed larger in dark conditions or when using Digital Focus range Zoom. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Panasonic Manuals - 30 - VQT3W70...
Picture information + Picture information Recording information No display ● For motion picture or Slide Show playback, the operational guidance information is either displayed or not displayed on the LCD monitor. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Panasonic Manuals - 31 - VQT3W70...
∗ When [Red-Eye Removal] is activated in the Recording menu, the icon is displayed, red-eye is automatically detected, and the still picture data is corrected. (Only when [AF Mode] is set to (Face Detection).) Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Panasonic Manuals - 32 - VQT3W70...
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Insufficient light may prevent appropriate exposure or white balance. ● Flash effect may not be fully achieved with high shutter speeds. ● Flash charging may take time if battery is low, or if using flash repeatedly. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Panasonic Manuals - 33 - VQT3W70...
• To cancel while in operation → Press [MENU/SET] Self-timer indicator ● Focus will be automatically adjusted immediately before recording if shutter button is pressed fully. ● In [Self Portrait] Scene Mode, [10sec.] is unavailable. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Panasonic Manuals - 34 - VQT3W70...
Select a value No compensation ● After exposure adjustment, the adjustment value ( for example) is displayed. ● The Exposure Compensation value you set is retained even after the camera is turned off. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Panasonic Manuals - 35 - VQT3W70...
Selecting a Scene Mode inappropriate for the actual scene may affect the coloring of your picture. ● You cannot set the [Sensitivity] setting because it is automatically adjusted by the camera. (Available settings vary according to scene setting.) Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Panasonic Manuals - 36 - VQT3W70...
• Use of the 2-second self-timer is recommended when the shutter speed is slow or jitter occurs easily. Takes clear pictures of wide, distant subjects. [Scenery] ● How to select a scene. (→36) ● Using flash in Scene Modes. (→33) Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Panasonic Manuals - 37 - VQT3W70...
Takes pictures of scenes with fast movement, e.g. sports. Tips [Sports] • Stand at least 5 m (16.4 feet) away. ● How to select a scene. (→36) ● Using flash in Scene Modes. (→33) Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Panasonic Manuals - 38 - VQT3W70...
• Stand approx. 1.5 m (4.92 feet) away. [Party] • Zoom: Wide (W side) • Use flash. • Tripod, self-timer recommended. ● How to select a scene. (→36) ● Using flash in Scene Modes. (→33) Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Panasonic Manuals - 39 - VQT3W70...
Prevents blurring of subject in dark, indoor conditions. Select the aspect ratio and the picture size with and press [MENU/SET]. [High Sens.] ● How to select a scene. (→36) ● Using flash in Scene Modes. (→33) Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Panasonic Manuals - 40 - VQT3W70...
• Problems caused by sand, seawater and fresh water are not covered by the product warranty. Brings out the natural color of snow in ski slope and mountain scenes. [Snow] ● How to select a scene. (→36) ● Using flash in Scene Modes. (→33) Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Panasonic Manuals - 41 - VQT3W70...
Shutter speed Slow Fast Interference High Jitter of the subject Increased Less ● [AUTO] is automatically set in a range up to 800 based on brightness. ● Scope of flash recording (→33) Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Panasonic Manuals - 43 - VQT3W70...
• White Balance setting may not be possible if the subject is too bright or too dark. In such cases, adjust the subject to an appropriate brightness, and then set the White Balance again. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Panasonic Manuals - 44 - VQT3W70...
● If faces cannot be detected such as when subjects are looking at places other than the camera or when the subject is moving rapidly, the AF mode setting switches to Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Panasonic Manuals - 45 - VQT3W70...
● The setting is fixed to [OFF] in [Panorama Assist] and [Fireworks] Scene Modes. ● When [Selftimer] is set, 3 pictures are taken. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Panasonic Manuals - 46 - VQT3W70...
Heavy jitter, high zoom ratio (also in the Digital Zoom range), fast-moving objects, indoors or in dark locations (due to low shutter speed) [Clock Set] Set the clock (→14). Same function as that in [Setup] menu. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Panasonic Manuals - 47 - VQT3W70...
● When no card is inserted, pictures are played back from the built-in memory. ● After you switch from Recording Mode to Playback Mode, the Playback Mode automatically becomes [Normal Play]. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Panasonic Manuals - 48 - VQT3W70...
Motion pictures cannot be played back in a Slide Show. When the [Motion Picture] category is selected, the initial screens of motion pictures are played back as still pictures in the Slide Show. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Panasonic Manuals - 49 - VQT3W70...
You can narrow down the pictures displayed to view only a selected category. Select a category and press [MENU/SET] [Category] Recording information such as Scene Modes [Portrait]/ /[Self Portrait]/[Night Portrait]/ /[Baby] [Scenery]/ /[Sunset] [Night Portrait]/ /[Night Scenery]/ [Sports]/[Party]/[Fireworks]/[Beach]/[Snow] [Baby] [Food] [Motion Picture] Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Panasonic Manuals - 50 - VQT3W70...
Set-up: Press [MENU/SET] → [Playback] menu → Select [Resize] ■ [SINGLE] Select [SINGLE] Select still picture Select size Current size Size after change Select [Yes] • After confirmation, press [ ] to return to the menu screen. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Panasonic Manuals - 51 - VQT3W70...
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Resize setting • To cancel → Press [MENU/SET] again. Select [OK] Select [Yes] ● Picture quality is reduced after resizing. ● May not be compatible with still pictures taken on other devices. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Panasonic Manuals - 52 - VQT3W70...
Formatting will cause even protected files to be deleted. ● If the write-protect switch is set to “LOCK,” pictures on the card cannot be deleted even if they are not protected with the camera setting. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Panasonic Manuals - 53 - VQT3W70...
Identically-named files will not be copied from card to built-in memory ( ● The [Protect] setting will not be copied. Set it again after copying. ● Only pictures from Panasonic digital cameras (LUMIX) may be copied. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Panasonic Manuals - 54 - VQT3W70...
Operate with your computer USB connection cable (always use cable supplied) ■ To cancel connection Click “Safely Remove Hardware” in the Windows System Tray → disconnect USB connection cable → turn off camera power Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Panasonic Manuals - 55 - VQT3W70...
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Use batteries with sufficient power. ● Some computers can read directly from the camera’s memory card. For details, see the manual for your computer. ● For more details, consult your computer operating manual. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Panasonic Manuals - 56 - VQT3W70...
• Stitching still pictures recorded in Scene Mode [Panorama Assist] into a panorama • Attaching recorded pictures to e-mail • Uploading recorded pictures to YouTube or Facebook ● After importing pictures to your computer, you can print or e-mail them. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Panasonic Manuals - 57 - VQT3W70...
Press to select a picture to print, and then press [MENU/SET] Select [Print start] USB connection cable (always use cable supplied) (Print settings (→61)) ■ To cancel print Press [MENU/SET]. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Panasonic Manuals - 58 - VQT3W70...
Turn off power before inserting or removing memory cards. ● When the batteries run out during communication, a warning beep sounds. Cancel printing and disconnect the USB connection cable. Use batteries with sufficient power. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Panasonic Manuals - 59 - VQT3W70...
Using computer: Print settings for recording date and text information can be made using the supplied CD-ROM “PHOTOfunSTUDIO.” ● Using printer: Recording date can be printed by setting [Print with Date] (→61) to [ON] when connecting to a printer compatible with date printing. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Panasonic Manuals - 60 - VQT3W70...
(Consult your printer’s operating manual.) ● When setting [Print with Date] to [ON], check the date printing settings on the printer (printer settings may be prioritized). Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Panasonic Manuals - 61 - VQT3W70...
AF area (→30) Self-timer Mode (→34) Focus range Zoom (→18, 46) ∗ [h], [m] and [s] indicate “hour”, “minute” and “second.” • Screens shown here are only examples. The actual display may vary. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Panasonic Manuals - 62 - VQT3W70...
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Cable disconnection warning icon Aperture value/Shutter speed (→29) (→58) ∗ [h], [m] and [s] indicate “hour”, “minute” and “second.” • Screens shown here are only examples. The actual display may vary. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Panasonic Manuals - 63 - VQT3W70...
→ Save needed data on a computer or other device, and then use [Format] on the camera. (→28) [Insert SD card again] [Try another card] ● Access to card has failed. → Insert card again. ● Try with a different card. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Panasonic Manuals - 64 - VQT3W70...
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[A folder cannot be created] ● Folder numbers in use have reached 999. → Save needed data on a computer or other device, and then use [Format] on the camera. (→28) Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Panasonic Manuals - 65 - VQT3W70...
Shutter speed is slower in dark locations and Optical Image Stabilizer is less effective. → Hold camera firmly with both hands, keeping arms close to body. → Set [Digital Zoom] to [OFF] and [Sensitivity] to [AUTO]. (→43, 46) Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Panasonic Manuals - 66 - VQT3W70...
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If recording stops even when using a card with speed of “Class 6” or faster, the data writing speed is low. We recommend backing up the data on the memory card and reformatting it. (→28) The beep volume is low. ● The speaker is blocked. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Panasonic Manuals - 67 - VQT3W70...
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Folder/file number displayed as [-]. Picture is black. ● Picture edited on computer or taken with a different device. ● Batteries removed immediately after picture taken, or picture taken with low battery. → Use [Format] to delete (→28). Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Panasonic Manuals - 68 - VQT3W70...
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Motion pictures (Motion JPEG) recorded with this camera may not be played on digital cameras of other manufacturers. Additionally, motion pictures recorded with this camera cannot be played on Panasonic LUMIX digital cameras sold before July 2008. (However, motion pictures recorded with LUMIX digital cameras sold before this date can be played on this camera.)
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Release any trimming or edgeless printing settings on printer before printing. (Consult printer operating manual.) ● The pictures were recorded in aspect ratio. → If printing in shop, check if 16:9 sizes can be printed. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Panasonic Manuals - 70 - VQT3W70...
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File numbers are reset when new folders are created (→56). File numbers have jumped backwards. ● Batteries were removed/inserted with power on. (Numbers may jump backwards if folder/file numbers are not correctly recorded.) Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Panasonic Manuals - 71 - VQT3W70...
Turn off camera power before removing batteries and card. ● Do not leave in contact with rubber or plastic bags. ● Store together with a drying agent (silica gel) if leaving in a drawer, etc. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Panasonic Manuals - 72 - VQT3W70...
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• If there is any foreign substance such as grease or dirt on the battery poles, the recording/playback time may become extremely short. Before inserting the batteries, carefully clean the poles with a soft dry cloth. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Panasonic Manuals - 73 - VQT3W70...
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• When storing the batteries for a long period of time, we recommend charging them once a year. Remove the batteries from the camera and store them again after they have been completely expended. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Panasonic Manuals - 74 - VQT3W70...
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• Data containing personal information can be altered or lost due to malfunction, static electricity, accidents, breakdowns, repairs, or other operations. Panasonic will not be liable for any damage that occurs, direct or indirect, as a result of the alteration or loss of data containing personal information.
2.7” TFT LCD (4:3) (Approx. 230,400 dots) (field of view ratio about 100%) Flash Flash range: (ISO AUTO) Approx. 0.6 m (1.97 feet) to 4.6 m (15.09 feet) (Wide) Microphone Monaural Speaker Monaural Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Panasonic Manuals - 76 - VQT3W70...
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With card and battery: Approx. 173 (0.38 lb) Excluding card and battery: Approx. 126 (0.28 lb) Operating Between 0 °C and 40 °C (Between 32 °F and 104 °F) temperature Operating humidity Between 10%RH and 80%RH Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Panasonic Manuals - 77 - VQT3W70...
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• QuickTime and the QuickTime logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Apple Inc., used under license therefrom. • Other names, company names, and product names printed in these instructions are trademarks or registered trademarks of the companies concerned. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Panasonic Manuals...