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Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product,
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VQT3G90

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  • Page 1: Digital Camera

    Owner’s Manual for advanced features Digital Camera DMC-ZS10 Model No. Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely. VQT3G90...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Before use Before use ... 5 About GPS ...7 Standard Accessories ... 8 Names of parts... 9 Preparations Charging battery ... 10 Guidelines for number of recordable pictures and operating time ... 11 Inserting and removing the card (optional)/the battery ... 12 Using the AC adaptor (optional) and DC coupler (optional) instead of the battery ...13 Picture save destination...
  • Page 3 Application (Record) Taking pictures with zoom ... 50 Using the zoom by performing touch operations ...50 Zoom types and use ...51 Taking pictures with flash ... 52 Taking close-up pictures ... 54 [Macro Zoom] ...54 Focus range ...55 Taking pictures with self-timer ... 56 Taking pictures with Exposure Compensation ...
  • Page 4 Contents Using the [Rec] menu ... 85 [Aspect Ratio] ...85 [Picture Size] ...85 [Quality] ...86 [Sensitivity] ...86 [White Balance] ...87 [AF Mode] ...89 [Quick AF] ...90 [Face Recog.] ...91 [Metering Mode] ...91 [i.Exposure] ...91 [Min. Shtr Speed] ...92 [i.Resolution] ...92 [Digital Zoom] ...92 [Burst] ...93 [Color Mode] ...93...

  • Page 5: Before Use

    Before use ■ Camera handling ■ Condensation (lens clouding) Keep the camera away from excessive vibration, force, or pressure. ● Avoid using the camera under the following conditions, which may damage the lens, LCD monitor, or camera body. This may also cause the camera to malfunction or prevent recording.
  • Page 6 Before use ■ Always take a test shot first Before important events when you will use the camera (at weddings, for example), always take a test shot to make sure that pictures and sound record correctly. ■ No compensation for missed shots We cannot compensate for missed shots if technical problems with the camera or card prevent recording.

  • Page 7: About Gps

    ■ About the camera’s location name information Before using the camera, read “User License Agreement for Location Name Data”. (→145) ■ When [GPS Setting] is [ON], the GPS function works even if the camera’s power is off. • Electromagnetic waves from the camera can affect instruments and meters. During airplane takeoff and landing or in other restricted area, set [GPS Setting] to [OFF] or , then turn the camera’s power off.

  • Page 8: Standard Accessories

    (→14) • If any accessories are lost, customers in the USA and Puerto Rico should contact Panasonic’s parts department at 1-800-833-9626 and customers in Canada should contact 1-800-99-LUMIX (1-800-995-8649) for further information about obtaining replacement parts.

  • Page 9: Names Of Parts

    Names of parts GPS status indicator (→78) GPS antenna (→75) Speaker (→43) Microphone (→21) LCD monitor (→43, 130) REC/PLAY switch (→20) [EXPOSURE] button (→58) Cursor button [DISP.] button [Q.MENU]/[ / ] button Tripod receptacle (→143) ● The illustrations and screens in this manual may differ from the actual product. ●...

  • Page 10: Charging Battery

    Please be advised that we are not liable for any accident or failure occurring as a result of use of a counterfeit battery pack. To ensure that safe products are used we recommend that a genuine Panasonic battery pack is used. • Use the dedicated charger and battery.

  • Page 11: Guidelines For Number Of Recordable Pictures And Operating Time

    • [GPS Setting] is set to [OFF] • Temperature: 23 °C (73.4 °F)/Humidity: 50 %RH when LCD monitor is on. • Using a Panasonic SD Memory Card (32 MB). • Using the supplied battery. Number reduced if intervals are longer – e.g. to approx. one quarter for 2-minute intervals under the above conditions.

  • Page 12: Inserting And Removing The Card (Optional)/The Battery

    To remove • To remove battery: move lever in direction of arrow. ● Always use genuine Panasonic batteries. ● If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product. ● Remove battery from camera after use. • Keep the battery in a plastic bag, making sure that it is kept away from metallic objects (such as clips) when carrying or storing the battery.

  • Page 13: Using The Ac Adaptor (Optional) And Dc Coupler (Optional) Instead Of The Battery

    By using the AC adaptor (optional) and DC coupler (optional), you can record and play back without worrying about the remaining battery charge. The optional DC coupler can only be used with the designated Panasonic AC adaptor. DC IN socket...

  • Page 14: Picture Save Destination (Cards And Built-In Memory)

    ● The access time for the built-in memory may be longer than the access time for a card. ■ Compatible memory cards (optional) The following SD standard-based cards (Panasonic brand recommended) Type of Card SD Memory Cards SDHC Memory Cards SDXC Memory Cards ∗...

  • Page 15: Remaining Battery And Memory Capacity

    Remaining battery and memory capacity Remaining battery (only when using battery) If the battery mark flashes red, recharge or replace battery. Estimated remaining pictures or recording time capacity (press [DISP.] button to switch display) Displayed when no card is inserted (pictures will be saved to built-in memory) When in operation (Card) or (Built-in memory) are illuminated red.

  • Page 16: How To Operate The Camera

    How to operate the camera VQT3G90 Mode dial Use this to select the recording mode. Shutter button Use this to focus and record still pictures. Zoom lever Operate this when zooming in on a distant subject to record it larger. Motion picture button Record motion pictures.

  • Page 17: Touch Operations

    This camera’s touch panel senses pressure that is applied to the screen. Touch To “touch” is to press the touch panel and then pull the finger back again. Touching is used to select icons or pictures, among other actions. • Touch an icon near its center. If multiple icons are touched simultaneously, the camera may not operate normally.

  • Page 18: Setting The Clock

    Setting the clock Set REC/PLAY switch to REC/PLAY switch VQT3G90 before turning on the power. Turn on the power The power is turned on. If the language select screen is not displayed, proceed to step Press [MENU/SET] while the message is displayed Press ▲▼...

  • Page 19: To Change Time Setting

    (The clock is not set when the camera is shipped.) Press ◄ to select [Yes] and press [MENU/SET] if automatically correcting time of day using the GPS function • To manually set date and time → select [No]. When [Please set the home area] is displayed, press [MENU/ SET] Press ◄►...

  • Page 20: Sequence Of Operations

    Sequence of operations Turn on the power Set to Set to the desired Recording Mode Align the mode dial correctly to the mode that you want to use. [Intelligent Auto] Mode [Program AE] Mode [Aperture-Priority] Mode [Shutter-Priority] Mode [Manual Exposure] Mode [Custom] Mode [3D Photo Mode] [Scene Mode]...
  • Page 21 Aim the camera and shoot ■ Taking still pictures Press the shutter button halfway to focus Press and hold the shutter button to take the picture ■ Recording motion pictures Press the motion picture button to start recording Press the motion picture button again to finish recording ■...

  • Page 22: Taking Pictures With Your Own Settings

    Taking pictures with your own settings [Program AE] Mode Recording Mode: Using the [Rec] menu to change settings and set up your own recording environment. ■ Changing recording information display Press the [DISP.] button. ● If a warning is displayed about jitter, use [Stabilizer], a tripod, or [Selftimer].

  • Page 23: How To Adjust Focus

    How to adjust focus Useful when subject is not in center of picture. First adjust focus according to subject Align the AF area with the subject Hold down halfway Return to desired composition Press fully ● The focus display flashes and beep sounds when focus is not aligned.

  • Page 24: Touching The Screen And Recording (Touch Shutter Function)

    Touching the screen and recording (Touch Shutter function) Recording Mode: This function enables you to focus and record still pictures simply by touching the subjects that appear on the screen. ● Motion pictures cannot be recorded. ● The touch shutter function will not work along the edges of the screen. ●...

  • Page 25: Touching The Screen And Adjusting The Focus And Exposure (Touch Af/Ae Function)

    Touching the screen and adjusting the focus and exposure (Touch AF/AE function) Recording Mode: This function enables the focus and exposure to be set when you touch the subject displayed on the screen. ● The touch AF/AE function may fail to work under some recording conditions such as when the subject is too small or the recording location is too dark.

  • Page 26: Taking Pictures With Automatic Settings

    Taking pictures with automatic settings [Intelligent Auto] Mode Recording Mode: Optimum settings are made automatically from information such as “face”, “movement”, “brightness”, and “distance” just by pointing the camera at the subject, meaning that clear pictures can be taken without the need to make settings manually. Camera reads scene when pointed at subject, and makes optimum settings automatically.

  • Page 27: About Flash

    Press ► to select ● When is selected, the optimum flash is selected automatically depending on conditions. (→52) ● When is selected, the shutter speed is reduced. If [Color Mode] (→93) is set to [Happy], both still and motion pictures are clearer, with more vivid coloring.

  • Page 28: Af Tracking

    Taking pictures with automatic settings [Intelligent Auto] Mode Recording Mode: This function enables the camera to continue to focus on the subject and adjust the exposure of the subject even when the subject is moving. ■ With cursor button operations Press ▲...

  • Page 29: [Intelligent Auto] Mode Restrictions

    [Intelligent Auto] Mode restrictions ● Only menu items which are displayed in the [Intelligent Auto] Mode can be set. ● The settings selected in the [Program AE] or other modes are reflected for not displayed menu items on the [Setup] menu. ●...

  • Page 30: Taking Motion Pictures

    Taking motion pictures Recording Mode: Enables motion pictures to be recorded with (stereo) audio. VQT3G90 Press motion picture button to start recording [Rec Mode] (→96)/[Rec Quality] (→97) Elapsed recording time Remaining recording time (approx.) ● Immediately release the motion picture button after pressing it.
  • Page 31 ■ Recording motion pictures in Records a motion picture at your preferred settings. • Aperture and shutter speed are automatically set. ■ Recording motion pictures in The camera automatically detects the scene to record motion pictures with optimal settings. When scene does not correspond to any on the right.

  • Page 32: Viewing Your Pictures [Normal Play]

    Viewing your pictures Playback Mode: When a card is in the camera, pictures are played back from the card, and without a card, pictures are played back from the built-in memory. Drag your finger across the screen, and select the picture to be played back •...

  • Page 33: Viewing Motion Pictures

    Select a picture with the motion picture icon, and press ▲ Playback now starts. Motion picture icon (differs depending on the recording mode and picture quality setting) ■ Operations during motion picture playback ▲: Pause/play ▼: Stop ◄: Fast rewind (2 steps) Single-frame rewind (while paused) ►: Fast forward (2 steps) Single-frame forward (while paused)

  • Page 34: Zooming In And Viewing "Playback Zoom

    Viewing your pictures Playback Mode: Zooming in and viewing “Playback Zoom” Touch the area that you want to magnify Each time you touch, the magnification increases through four levels after 1x, 2x, 4x, 8x, and 16x. (The picture quality displayed becomes successively lower.) •...

  • Page 35: Viewing Pictures By Their Recording Date "Calendar Playback

    Viewing pictures by their recording date “Calendar Playback” Turn the zoom lever toward W several times Touch the recording date to be displayed, and touch [Set] to enter the date Select the month The pictures recorded on the selected date appear on the 12-picture screen. •...

  • Page 36: Deleting Pictures

    Deleting pictures Playback Mode: Pictures will be deleted from the card if the card is inserted, or from the built-in memory if the card is not inserted. (Deleted pictures cannot be recovered.) [DISP.] button ● Do not turn off the power during deletion. ●...

  • Page 37: To Delete Multiple (Up To 100)/To Delete All Pictures

    To delete multiple (up to 100)/To delete all pictures A burst group is handled as one picture. (All the pictures in the selected burst group are deleted.) (after step Use cursor button to select [Delete Multi]/[Delete All] and press [MENU/SET] ●...

  • Page 38: Setting The Menu

    Setting the menu ■ About the menu screen Buttons used in menu operations : [MENU/SET] : Cursor button ] button Menu screen configuration : Menu description : Menu items : Operation guide VQT3G90 ■ Menu operation flow Displaying the menu screen Selecting the menu type Select the item Changing the settings...
  • Page 39 Refer to the procedure example below when operating menus. Example: Changing [AF Mode] in the [Rec] menu in [Program AE] Mode Press [MENU/SET] The menu selection screen is displayed. Select [Rec] menu and press [MENU/SET] • The menu type can also be selected by touch operations.

  • Page 40: Menu Type

    Setting the menu [Rec] menu (REC/PLAY switch: Changing picture preferences (→85) • Displays settings such as White Balance, Sensitivity, Aspect Ratio, and Picture Size. [Motion Picture] menu Recording motion pictures using your own settings (→96) • You can select the picture quality, data format (recording mode) and other settings. [GPS] menu (REC/PLAY switch: Using the GPS function (→75)

  • Page 41: Using Quick Menu

    During recording, you can easily call some of the menu items and set them. Press [Q.MENU] button ([ / Press ◄► to select a menu item Press ▲▼ to select the settings Press [MENU/SET] ● The menu items and setting items that are displayed differ depending on the recording mode.

  • Page 42: Using The [Setup] Menu

    Using the [Setup] menu [Clock Set], [Economy] and [Auto Review] are important for clock setting and battery life. Please check these before use. Item [Clock Set] (→18) [Auto Clock Set] Setting the clock automatically using GPS. (→81) [World Time] Set the local time at travel destination.

  • Page 43: [Volume]

    For details about the setting procedure in the [Setup] menu (→38) Item [Volume] Adjust volume of sound from speakers (7 levels). [Cust.Set Mem.] Register settings on current camera. (→60) [LCD Mode] Make LCD monitor easier to see. [Guide Line] Select recording information display and types of guidelines.

  • Page 44: [Histogram]

    Using the [Setup] menu Item [Histogram] Check brightness in picture on graph. Rec Area] Enables verification of the recordable area for a motion picture before recording. [Zoom Resume] Remember the zoom position when turning the power off. VQT3G90 (Continued) Settings, notes [ON]/[OFF] A peak in the center represents correct...

  • Page 45: [Economy]

    For details about the setting procedure in the [Setup] menu (→38) Item [Economy] Turn off the power or make the LCD monitor go dark while not using the camera to minimize battery consumption. [Auto Review] Automatically display still pictures immediately after taking them.

  • Page 46: [No.reset]

    Using the [Setup] menu Item [No.Reset] Reset picture file numbers. [Reset] Reset to the default settings. [USB Mode] Select communication method for when connecting camera to a computer or printer with USB connection cable. VQT3G90 (Continued) Settings, notes • The folder number is updated and the file number starts from 0001.

  • Page 47: [Output]

    For details about the setting procedure in the [Setup] menu (→38) Item [Output] Change the settings to be used when the camera is connected to a TV or other device. [VIERA Link] Enable automatic linking with other VIERA Link- compatible devices, and operability with a VIERA remote control when connecting via an HDMI...

  • Page 48: [Rotate Disp.]

    Using the [Setup] menu Item [Rotate Disp.] Automatically rotate portrait still pictures. [Version Disp.] Check the version of the camera firmware. [Format] Use when [Built-In Memory Error] or [Memory Card Error] appears, or when formatting the built-in memory or card. When a card/built-in memory is formatted, the data cannot be...

  • Page 49: [Calibration]

    For details about the setting procedure in the [Setup] menu (→38) Item [Calibration] Perform these adjustments if something different from what was touched has been selected or if the camera did not respond when it was touched. [Language] Change display language.

  • Page 50: Taking Pictures With Zoom

    Taking pictures with zoom Recording Mode: You can zoom in up to 16 times with “Optical Zoom”, and up to 33.8 times with “Extended Optical Zoom” (pictures only) with lower picture quality. To zoom further, you can use [i.ZOOM] or [Digital Zoom]. Zoom In/Out Capture a wider area...

  • Page 51: Zoom Types And Use

    The zoom ratio changes when the number of recording pixels is changed. ■ Optical Zoom Zooming in up to 16 times is possible if pictures without [Picture Size] on the [Rec] menu. (→85) ■ Extended Optical Zoom Zooming in up to 33.8 times is possible when pictures with [Picture Size] on the [Rec] menu.

  • Page 52: Taking Pictures With Flash

    Taking pictures with flash Recording Mode: Press ► to display [Flash] Use cursor button to select the desired type and press [MENU/ SET] Type, operations [Auto] • Automatically judges whether or not to flash ∗ [Auto/Red-Eye] • Automatically judges whether or not to flash (reduce red-eye) [Forced Flash On] •...
  • Page 53 ■ The available flash range when [Sensitivity] setting is [AUTO] Max. W Approx. 0.6 m-5.0 m (1.97 feet-16.4 feet) Max. T Approx. 1.0 m-2.8 m (3.28 feet-9.18 feet) ● Shutter speeds are as follows: : 1/60 ∗ • : 1 ∗ ∗...

  • Page 54: Taking Close-Up Pictures

    Taking close-up pictures Recording Mode: When you want to enlarge the subject, setting to [AF Macro] ( pictures at an even closer distance than the normal focus range (up to 3 cm (0.10 feet) for max. W). Press ▼ to display [Macro Mode] Use cursor button to select [AF Macro] and press [MENU/SET] display To take even larger images of the subject, setting to [Macro Zoom] enables the subject to...

  • Page 55: Focus Range

    When a subject is too close to the camera, the picture may not be properly focused. The shortest recording distance differs depending on the zoom ratio and the setting in macro recording mode. During optical zooming Zoom ratio (guideline) 1× 2×...

  • Page 56: Taking Pictures With Self-Timer

    Taking pictures with self-timer Recording Mode: We recommend using a tripod. This is also effective for correcting jitter when pressing the shutter button, by setting the self-timer to 2 seconds. Press ◄ to display [Selftimer] Use cursor button to select time duration and press [MENU/ SET] Take a picture Press the shutter button fully to start recording after the preset time.

  • Page 57: Taking Pictures With Exposure Compensation

    Taking pictures with Exposure Compensation Corrects exposure when adequate exposure cannot be obtained (if difference between brightness of object and background, etc.). ■ Recording Mode: Press ▲ to display [Exposure] Use cursor button to select a value and press [MENU/SET] ●...

  • Page 58: Determine Aperture And Shutter Speed And Record

    Determine aperture and shutter speed and record Recording Mode: When recording, you can control the range of focus (depth of field) to meet your recording purposes. Shutter speed is automatically adjusted to be appropriate for the set aperture value. Set mode dial to Press [EXPOSURE] button and use cursor button to determine aperture value Press [EXPOSURE] button...

  • Page 59: [Manual Exposure] Mode

    This mode of recording lets you set any aperture value and shutter speed when exposure adjustment prevents you from recording at the desired exposure (brightness/darkness). Also, long-exposure recording of up to 60 seconds is possible. Set mode dial to • Manual exposure assist is displayed. Press [EXPOSURE] button and use cursor button to determine aperture value and shutter speed Press [EXPOSURE] button...

  • Page 60: Register Your Own Settings And Record

    Register your own settings and record [Custom] Mode Recording Mode: Registering your preferred Recording Mode, [Rec] menu settings, etc. to [Cust.Set Mem.] and setting the mode dial to Up to 3 current camera settings can be registered. ■ Recording Mode: Select the Recording Mode you wish to register and set the [Rec] menu, [Setup] menu, etc.

  • Page 61: Taking Pictures According To The Scene [Scene Mode]

    Taking pictures according to the scene [Scene Mode] Recording Mode: Using [Scene Mode] enables you to take pictures with optimum settings (exposure, coloring, etc.) for given scenes. Set mode dial to Use cursor button to select the scene and press [MENU/SET] (When the scene menu is not displayed →38) ■...

  • Page 62: [My Scene Mode]

    Taking pictures according to the scene (Continued) [Scene Mode] Recording Mode: You can register a commonly used Scene Mode in After the settings are made, pictures can be taken in the preset Scene Mode by simply setting the mode dial to Set mode dial to Use cursor button to select the scene and press [MENU/SET] (If scene menu is not displayed →38)

  • Page 63: [Self Portrait]

    How to select a scene (→61) Using flash in Scene Modes (→52) Take pictures of yourself. Tips • Press shutter button halfway → self-timer indicator illuminates → press [Self Portrait] shutter button fully (if self-timer indicator flashes, focus is not correctly aligned) •...

  • Page 64: [Sports]

    Taking pictures according to the scene (Continued) [Scene Mode] Recording Mode: Takes pictures of scenes with fast movement, e.g. sports. Tips • Stand at least 5 m (16.4 feet) away. [Sports] Notes • Shutter speed may slow down up to 1 second. Takes pictures of people and nightscapes with close to actual brightness.

  • Page 65: [Party]

    How to select a scene (→61) Using flash in Scene Modes (→52) Brighten subjects and background in pictures of indoor events, such as weddings. Tips • Stand approx. 1.5 m (4.92 feet) away. [Party] • Zoom: Wide (W side) • Use flash. •...

  • Page 66: [Sunset]

    Taking pictures according to the scene (Continued) [Scene Mode] Recording Mode: Takes clear pictures of scenes such as sunsets. [Sunset] Prevents blurring of subject in dark, indoor conditions. Select the aspect ratio and the picture size with cursor button and press [MENU/ [High Sens.] SET].

  • Page 67: [Fireworks]

    How to select a scene (→61) Using flash in Scene Modes (→52) Takes clear pictures of fireworks in the night sky. Tips • Stand at least 10 m (32.8 feet) away. • Tripod recommended. [Fireworks] Notes • Shutter speed is fixed to 1/4 or 2 seconds. (Setting of shutter speed changes if exposure compensation is operated) Brings out the clear blues of the sky and the sea without darkening subject.

  • Page 68: [Photo Frame]

    Taking pictures according to the scene (Continued) [Scene Mode] Recording Mode: A frame is superimposed over the image. Use cursor button to select the frame, and then press [MENU/SET]. Notes [Photo Frame] • The recording pixel level is 2 M ( •...

  • Page 69: Recording 3D Still Pictures [3D Photo Mode]

    Recording 3D still pictures Recording Mode: The camera continuously records multiple still pictures while being moved horizontally, and combines them into a 3D still picture. (The pictures are played back on the camera as 2D still pictures.) To view 3D still pictures, you need a 3D-capable TV. For details on how to play back 3D still pictures (→119).

  • Page 70: Burst Function

    Burst function Recording Mode: A burst of still pictures can be recorded while the shutter button is pressed fully. Select [Burst] from the [Rec] menu Use cursor button to select the burst setting, and press [MENU/SET] Setting Speed Approx. 2 - 10 pictures/sec.
  • Page 71 ● Pictures taken with the group). (→99) ● Depending on changes in the brightness of the subject, the second and subsequent pictures may be recorded brighter or darker when using the burst function at the setting. ● Burst speed may be reduced if shutter speed is reduced in darker locations. ●...

  • Page 72: Recording With The Face Recognition Function [Face Recog.]

    Recording with the Face Recognition function [Face Recog.] Recording Mode: ■ How the Face Recognition function works During recording (When [AF Mode] is • The camera recognizes a registered face and adjusts focus and exposure. • When registered faces that have set names are recognized, the names are displayed (up to 3 people).

  • Page 73: Registering Face Pictures

    Default [Face Recog.] setting is [OFF]. When the face pictures are registered, the setting will be [ON] automatically. Up to 6 people’s face pictures can be registered along with such information as name and birth date. You can facilitate Face Recognition by the way you register faces: for example, register multiple face pictures of the same person (up to 3 pictures in one registration).

  • Page 74: Editing Or Deleting Information About Registered Persons

    Recording with the Face Recognition function (Continued) [Face Recog.] Recording Mode: ■ To set the Face Recognition function to [OFF] Select [Face Recog.] from the [Rec] menu Select [OFF] with cursor button and then press [MENU/SET] Editing or deleting information about registered persons Information about registered people can be edited or deleted.

  • Page 75: Recording The Place Of Recording With Gps

    Recording the place of recording with GPS Recording Mode: Before use, read “About GPS” (→7) and “User License Agreement for Location Name Data” (→145). What is GPS? GPS is an abbreviation for Global Positioning System, which enables people to find their locations using GPS satellites.

  • Page 76: Using Gps

    Recording the place of recording with GPS (Continued) Recording Mode: Select [GPS Setting] from the [GPS] menu Use cursor button to select [ON] or • To cancel, select [OFF] [GPS Setting] [ON] Even when the camera’s power is turned off, positioning is executed periodically.
  • Page 77 For [GPS] menu setting procedures (→38) ■ When [GPS Setting] is set to [ON] or In Recording Mode, an icon that indicates the positioning status is displayed on the LCD monitor. When positioning is executed successfully, your current location is stored in the camera’s memory, and the location name information appears on the screen.

  • Page 78: Executing Positioning Immediately And Updating Your Current Location

    Recording the place of recording with GPS (Continued) Recording Mode: Executing positioning immediately and updating your current location If there is a discrepancy in the displayed information such as the location name or if positioning has failed, move to a place where the signals from the GPS satellite can be received more easily, and update the positioning.

  • Page 79: Changing The Recorded Place Name Information

    For [GPS] menu setting procedures (→38) Changing the recorded place name information If there are other candidate locations for the positioning results, you can change the information to nearby place names or landmarks. • When other place name information can be selected, name information.

  • Page 80: Registering Your Current Location As A Landmark

    Recording the place of recording with GPS (Continued) Recording Mode: Registering your current location as a landmark You can register a personal location that has not been registered in the camera as a landmark. The registered landmark can be displayed or recorded on the pictures. (Up to 50 landmarks) First, move to the location that is to be registered, and operate the GPS where positioning can be executed.

  • Page 81: Changing The Display Of Location Name Information

    For [GPS] menu setting procedures (→38) Changing the display of location name information The screen display of location name information found by positioning can be changed. Select [Area Info. Set] from the [GPS] menu Use cursor button to select the item for changing display and press [MENU/SET] Use cursor button to turn items to be displayed [ON] and items not to be displayed [OFF], and then press [MENU/SET]...

  • Page 82: Useful Features For Travel

    Useful features for travel If you set your travel schedule and record pictures, which day of your trip the picture was recorded will be recorded. ■ Recording Mode: ∗ Recording only. (Cannot set.) Select [Travel Date] from the [Setup] menu Use cursor button to select [Travel Setup] and press [MENU/ SET] Use cursor button to select [SET] and press [MENU/SET]...

  • Page 83: [World Time]

    For [Setup] menu setting procedures (→38) Set the recording date and time with the local time at your destination. ■ Recording Mode: Select [World Time] from the [Setup] menu • Message will be displayed when setting for the first time. In this case, press [MENU/SET] and skip to step Use cursor button to select [Home] or [Destination] and press [MENU/SET]...

  • Page 84: Entering Text

    Entering Text Use the cursor button to enter names with the Face Recognition function and in Scene Modes [Baby] and [Pet], or to register locations in [Travel Date] etc. Use cursor button to select characters Press [MENU/SET] several times until the desired character is displayed Cursor position ■...

  • Page 85: Using The [Rec] Menu

    Using the [Rec] menu For [Rec] menu setting procedures (→38) Aspect ratio of still picture can be changed according to printing or playback format. ■ Recording Mode: ■ Settings: ● Edges may be cut off when printing – be sure to check in advance. Set the size (number of pixels) of still pictures.

  • Page 86: [Quality]

    Using the [Rec] menu Set quality of picture. ■ Recording Mode: ■ Settings: High quality, priority to picture quality Standard quality, priority to the number of pictures ● The setting is fixed to [Transform], [High Sens.], and [Flash Burst] Set ISO Sensitivity (sensitivity to lighting) manually. We recommend higher settings to take clear pictures in darker locations.

  • Page 87: [White Balance]

    For [Rec] menu setting procedures (→38) Adjust coloring to suit light source if colors otherwise appear unnatural. ■ Recording Mode: ■ Settings: [AWB] (automatic) / (outdoor, shade) / (uses value set in ● When [AWB] (Automatic White Balance) is set, the coloring is adjusted in accordance with the light source.
  • Page 88 Using the [Rec] menu ■ Setting White Balance manually ( Select and press [MENU/SET]. Point the camera towards a white object (e.g. paper) and press [MENU/SET]. White Balance is set to • Making this setting will reset White Balance fine adjustment. •...

  • Page 89: [Af Mode]

    For [Rec] menu setting procedures (→38) Method of aligning focus can be changed according to position and number of subjects. ■ Recording Mode: ■ Settings: Taking front-on pictures of people (Face Detection) Automatically locking the focus on a moving subject (AF Tracking) Subject not centered in picture (AF area not...

  • Page 90: [Quick Af]

    Using the [Rec] menu ● Focus is fixed to (1-area-focusing) in the following cases: [Starry Sky], [Fireworks], [High Speed Movie] Scene Modes ● (1-area-focusing) if focus is difficult to align with ● Cannot set to “Face Detection” in the following cases: [Panorama Assist], [Night Scenery], [Handheld Night Shot], [Food], [Aerial Photo], [Underwater] Scene Modes ●...

  • Page 91: [Face Recog.]

    For [Rec] menu setting procedures (→38) For details (→72). You can change the position for measuring brightness when correcting exposure. ■ Recording Mode: ■ Settings: Brightness measurement position Multiple Whole screen Center Center and surrounding area weighted Center and close surrounding area Spot Automatically adjusts contrast and exposure to give more lifelike colors when there is significant contrast between background and subject.

  • Page 92: [Min. Shtr Speed]

    Using the [Rec] menu Sets shutter speed to minimum. We recommend using slower shutter speeds to take brighter pictures in dark locations. ■ Recording Mode: ■ Settings: [AUTO] [1/250] [1/125] [1/60] [1/30] [1/15] [1/8] [1/4] [1/2] [1] ● Slower shutter speeds allow for brighter pictures but increase risk of jitter, so we recommend using a tripod and the self-timer.

  • Page 93: [Burst]

    For [Rec] menu setting procedures (→38) For details (→70). Set color effects. ■ Recording Mode: ■ Settings: [STANDARD]/[NATURAL] (softer)/[VIVID] (sharper)/[B/W]/ [SEPIA]/[COOL] (more blue)/[WARM] (more red)/ [Happy] ([Intelligent Auto] Mode only) ● Set to [NATURAL] if there is excessive noise in the picture when recording in the dark. ●...

  • Page 94: [Red-Eye Removal]

    Using the [Rec] menu Automatically detects red-eye and corrects still picture data when recording with flash red-eye reduction ( ■ Recording Mode: ■ Settings: [ON]/[OFF] ● This setting will work only when [AF Mode] is ● Depending on the circumstance, it may not be possible to correct red-eye. ●...

  • Page 95: [Date Stamp]

    For [Rec] menu setting procedures (→38) Still pictures can be taken with the recording date and time stamped on the still picture. ■ Recording Mode: ■ Settings: [W/O TIME]/[WITH TIME]/[OFF] ● Date stamps on still pictures cannot be erased. ● The date cannot be stamped when [Auto Bracket] or [Burst] is set, in [3D Photo Mode], when recording a motion picture, or when [Panorama Assist] or [Flash Burst] Scene Mode is set.

  • Page 96: Using The [Motion Picture] Menu

    Also, the recording information may not be displayed properly. In this case, use this unit. For details on AVCHD compatible devices, refer to the support sites below. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/ (This Site is English only.) VQT3G90 [Rec Mode] Effect •...

  • Page 97: [Rec Quality]

    ● [QVGA] only can be recorded to the built-in memory. ● To play back AVCHD motion pictures recorded with this unit on Panasonic Blu-ray Disc Players (DMP-BD30/DMP-BD31/DMP-BD50) it is necessary to update the firmware of the Blu-ray Disc Player. You can download the latest firmware version from the following website.

  • Page 98: [Active Mode]

    Using the [Motion Picture] menu This mode provides image stabilization for major jittering that occurs when recording motion pictures while walking. • A stronger correction effect can be obtained when recording with the zoom set to the W end. ■ Recording Mode: ■...

  • Page 99: Recording Still Pictures While A Motion Picture Is Being Recorded

    Recording still pictures while a motion picture is being recorded Recording Mode: Still pictures can be recorded even while a motion picture is being recorded. Press the shutter button fully during the motion picture recording Still pictures with an aspect ratio of 40 pictures) Motion picture recording continues unchanged.

  • Page 100: Editing Motion Pictures

    Editing motion pictures Playback Mode: Capturing still pictures from motion pictures Save a scene from a motion picture as a still picture. Display the picture that you want to capture as a still picture by pausing a motion picture during playback Press [MENU/SET] [Rec Quality] of the original motion picture [GFS] [FSH] [GS] [SH] [HD]...

  • Page 101: Playing Back Still Pictures Recorded Using The Burst Function

    Playing back still pictures recorded using the burst function Playback Mode: Pictures taken with the ■ Representative picture display A representative picture (first burst picture) is displayed when it is displayed together with other still pictures or with motion pictures. •...

  • Page 102: Different Playback Methods [Playback Mode]

    Different playback methods Playback Mode: Recorded pictures can be played back in a variety of ways. Press [MENU/SET] Use cursor button to select [Playback Mode] menu and press [MENU/SET] Use cursor button to select the playback method and press [MENU/SET] ●...
  • Page 103 Use cursor button to set playback effects and press [MENU/ SET] [Effect] (Select music and effects according to picture atmosphere) [AUTO] (only available with [Category Selection] setting)/[NATURAL]/[SLOW]/[SWING]/ ∗ [URBAN]/[OFF] ∗ [1 SEC.] / [2 SEC.] / [3 SEC.] / [5 SEC.] (Only available when [Effect] is [Duration] [OFF]) [Repeat]...

  • Page 104: [Filtering Play]

    Different playback methods (Continued) Playback Mode: You can refine the selection of pictures to be viewed by narrowing them down to pictures in selected categories or to favorite pictures, and then view those pictures. Select the filtering method using cursor button, and press [MENU/SET] [Picture Only] [Video Only]...

  • Page 105: Using The [Playback] Menu

    Using the [Playback] menu Playback Mode: You can set the recorded picture to upload to the image-sharing websites, edit the picture (for example, trimming), and set a protection setting in the picture. • For Playback menu display and operation methods (→38) •...

  • Page 106: [Title Edit]

    Using the [Playback] menu Playback Mode: You can give titles, etc. to your favorite still pictures. Use cursor button to select [SINGLE] or [MULTI], and then press [MENU/SET] Select a still picture ● [SINGLE] Use cursor button to select a still picture and press [MENU/ SET] Enter characters...

  • Page 107: [Place-Name Edit]

    The name of the location or landmark that you previously selected or entered is displayed. Confirm the location name or landmark name and press [MENU/SET] ● You cannot edit pictures recorded using a Panasonic digital camera (LUMIX) that supports GPS recording released in 2010 or earlier. [Place-Name Edit] above, and press [MENU/SET]...

  • Page 108: [Text Stamp]

    Using the [Playback] menu Playback Mode: The recording date and time, location name information and the text registered in the [Baby], [Pet] Scene Modes, [Travel Date] and [Title Edit] are stamped on the still picture. Use cursor button to select [SINGLE] or [MULTI], and then press [MENU/SET] Select a still picture ●...

  • Page 109: [Video Divide]

    For Playback menu display and operation methods (→38). ■ Items that can be stamped [Shooting Date] [W/O TIME]: Stamp recording date [WITH TIME]: Stamp recording date and time [Name] : Stamp name registered in Face Recognition [Location] Stamp location registered in [Setup] menu’s [Travel Date] [Travel Date] Stamp Travel Date set in [Setup] menu’s [Travel Date] [Title]...

  • Page 110: [Resize]

    Using the [Playback] menu Playback Mode: Picture size can be reduced to facilitate e-mail attachment and use in web pages, etc. (Still pictures recorded at the smallest recording pixel level cannot be further reduced.) ■ [SINGLE] Use cursor button to select [SINGLE] and press [MENU/SET] Use cursor button to select a still picture and press [MENU/ SET] Use cursor button to select size and press [MENU/SET]...

  • Page 111: [Cropping]

    For Playback menu display and operation methods (→38). Enlarge your still pictures and crop unwanted areas. Use cursor button to select a still picture, and then press [MENU/SET] Select area to crop and press [MENU/SET] Expand Change position • Confirmation screen is displayed. If you select [Yes], the operation is executed. ●...

  • Page 112: [Favorite]

    Using the [Playback] menu Playback Mode: By labeling your favorite pictures with a star ( ), you can play back your favorite pictures only, or you can delete all pictures except your favorites. Use cursor button to select [SINGLE] or [MULTI] and press [MENU/SET] Select picture ●...

  • Page 113: [Print Set]

    Picture/picture no./date printing settings can be made for when printing with DPOF print- compatible shops or printers. (Ask at shop to check compatibility) For more information visit: http://panasonic.jp/dc/dpof_110/white_e.htm Use cursor button to select [SINGLE] or [MULTI] and press [MENU/SET] Select picture ●...

  • Page 114: [Protect]

    Using the [Playback] menu Playback Mode: Set protection to disable picture deletion. Prevents deletion of important pictures. Use cursor button to select [SINGLE] or [MULTI] and press [MENU/SET] Select picture ● [SINGLE] Use cursor button to select picture and press [MENU/SET] Picture protected •...

  • Page 115: [Copy]

    The following settings are not copied. Set them again after copying. - [Print Set] - [Protect] - [Favorite] ● Only pictures from Panasonic digital cameras (LUMIX) may be copied. ● Motion pictures recorded in [AVCHD] format cannot be set. [Copy] VQT3G90...

  • Page 116: Viewing On Tv Screen

    When TVs or DVD recorders have an SD card slot Insert the SD Memory Card into the SD card slot • AVCHD motion pictures can be played back on Panasonic televisions (VIERA) displaying the AVCHD logo. To play motion pictures on other televisions, please connect the camera to the television with the AV cable (supplied).

  • Page 117: Viewing On A Tv With Hdmi Socket

    Set to HDMI input. Turn on camera Set REC/PLAY switch to ● Do not use any other cables except a genuine Panasonic HDMI mini cable (optional). ● Some of the playback functions cannot be performed. ● [Playback], [GPS], and [Setup] menus cannot be used.

  • Page 118: Viera Link (Hdmi) (Hdavi Control™)

    Panasonic VIERA Link devices. (As of December 2010) ● Do not use any other cables except a genuine Panasonic HDMI mini cable (optional). ● The shape of remote control will differ depending on the country or area where the TV was purchased.

  • Page 119: Viewing 3D Still Pictures

    Preparation: Set [VIERA Link] to [ON] (→47). Connect the camera to a VIERA Link (HDMI)-compatible Panasonic television (VIERA) with an HDMI mini cable (optional) (→117) Turn on camera Set REC/PLAY switch to Proceed with the operation while referring to what is displayed on the TV screen •...
  • Page 120 Viewing on TV screen Preparation: Set [3D Playback] to [3D] (→47). Connect the camera to a 3D-capable TV by use of an HDMI mini cable (optional) to display the playback screen Display still pictures recorded in 3D [3D] appears on the thumbnail of the 3D still pictures. ■...

  • Page 121: Keep The Recorded Still Pictures And Motion Pictures

    Available file types: Still picture JPEG/ Motion picture AVCHD It is possible to copy onto Blu-ray disc, DVD disc, or hard disk by inserting an SD card with still pictures and motion pictures recorded by this unit into a Panasonic Blu-ray Disc Recorder or DVD Recorder.

  • Page 122: Use "Photofunstudio" To Copy To Your Computer

    Keep the recorded still pictures and motion pictures Use “PHOTOfunSTUDIO” to copy to your computer Available file types: Still picture JPEG, MPO/ Motion picture AVCHD, Motion JPEG With the “PHOTOfunSTUDIO” software on the supplied CD-ROM, a computer can be used to manage the recorded pictures. Install “PHOTOfunSTUDIO”...

  • Page 123: Using With Your Pc

    • If your computer does not support SDXC Memory Cards a message will be displayed requesting you to format the card. (Do not format the card. This will erase recorded pictures.) If the card is not recognized, refer to the following support website. http://panasonic.net/avc/sdcard/information/SDXC.html ■ Computer specifications Can I use “PHOTOfunSTUDIO”?

  • Page 124: Copying Still Pictures And Motion Pictures

    Using with your PC Copying still pictures and motion pictures Getting Ready: • Charge the battery sufficiently. Or, connect the AC adaptor (optional) and DC coupler (optional). • When importing pictures from the built-in memory, remove any memory cards. Connect camera to computer •...
  • Page 125 You can save pictures to use on your computer by dragging and dropping folders and files into separate folders on your computer. ■ Folder and file names on computer ● Windows Drives are displayed in “My Computer” or “Computer” folder. ●...

  • Page 126: Uploading Pictures To Image-Sharing Websites

    Using with your PC Uploading pictures to image-sharing websites Using the uploading tool ([LUMIX Image Uploader]), you can upload still pictures and motion pictures to image-sharing websites (Facebook or YouTube). There is no need to copy pictures to your computer or install specialized software. Uploading pictures from the camera is easy with a computer connected to a network, even when you are away from your regular computing environment.

  • Page 127: Printing

    Printing You can connect directly to a PictBridge-compatible printer for printing. Getting Ready: • Charge the battery sufficiently. Or, connect the AC adaptor (optional) and DC coupler (optional). • When copying pictures from the built-in memory, remove any memory cards. •...

  • Page 128: Printing Multiple Pictures

    Printing (Continued) Use cursor button to select [Multi Print] in step Use cursor button to select item and press [MENU/SET] • [Multi Select]: • [Select All]: • [Print Set (DPOF)]: Print pictures selected in [Print Set]. • [Favorite]: Use cursor button to select [Print start] and press [MENU/SET] (Print settings (→129)) ●...

  • Page 129: Making Print Settings On The Camera

    Some printers can print directly from the camera’s memory card. For details, see the manual for your printer. Making print settings on the camera (Make settings before selecting [Print start]) Use cursor button to select the item and press [MENU/ SET] Item [Print with...

  • Page 130: List Of Lcd Monitor Displays

    List of LCD monitor displays ■ In recording 1 Recording Mode (→20) 2 Recording quality (→97) Picture Size (→85) Quality (→86) Flash (→52) Optical Image Stabilizer (→94) Jitter alert (→22) White Balance (→87) Color Mode (→93) Active mode (→98) 3 Battery capacity (→15) 4 Wind cut (→98) Intelligent exposure (→91) Macro recording (→54)
  • Page 131 Press the [DISP.] button to change display. ■ In playback 1 Playback Mode (→102) 2 Protected picture (→114) Favorites (→112) Date/text stamped display (→95, 108) Color Mode (→93) Picture Size (→85) Quality (→86) 3 Battery capacity (→15) 4 Picture number/Total pictures (→32) Elapsed playback time (→33) 5 GPS (→75) 6 Print settings (→113)

  • Page 132: Message Displays

    Message displays [This memory card cannot be used] ● A MultiMediaCard was inserted. → Not compatible with the camera. Use a compatible card. [Some pictures cannot be deleted] ● Non-DCF pictures (→32) cannot be deleted. → Save needed data on a computer or other device, and then use [Format] on the camera. (→48) [No additional selections can be made] ●...
  • Page 133 → Message disappears when cable is also connected to another device. [This battery cannot be used] ● Use a genuine Panasonic battery. ● Battery cannot be recognized as terminal is dirty. → Wipe any dirt away from the battery terminal.

  • Page 134: Q&A Troubleshooting

    Q&A Troubleshooting Battery, power Camera does not work even if power is turned on. ● Battery is not inserted correctly (→12), or needs recharging. LCD monitor shuts off even if power is turned on. ● [Sleep Mode] is activated. (→45) →...
  • Page 135 Try checking these items (→134 - 140) first. If the problem persists, performing [Reset] in the [Setup] menu may resolve the issue. (Note that except for some items such as [Clock Set], all settings are returned to their values from the time of purchase.) Recording Cannot record pictures.
  • Page 136 Q&A Troubleshooting Recording (continued) Brightness or coloring of recorded picture different from real life. ● Taking pictures under fluorescent lighting may require a faster shutter speed and result in slightly changed brightness or coloring, but this is not a fault. Reddish horizontal streaks appear on the LCD monitor during recording.
  • Page 137 Flash No flash emitted. ● Flash set to [Forced Flash Off] (→52). ● Flash cannot be emitted in the [Scenery], [Panorama Assist], [Night Scenery], [Handheld Night Shot], [Sunset], [Starry Sky], [Fireworks], [Aerial Photo] and [High Speed Movie] Scene Modes, or when using [Auto Bracket] or [Burst].
  • Page 138 Motion pictures taken by this camera cannot be played in other cameras. ● Motion pictures (Motion JPEG) taken with this camera may not always be able to be played back with cameras by other manufacturers. Playback may also not be possible with certain Panasonic digital cameras (LUMIX). ∗...
  • Page 139 Computer does not recognize card. (When using an SDXC Memory Cards) → Check whether your computer is compatible with SDXC Memory Cards. http://panasonic.net/avc/sdcard/information/SDXC.html → A message prompting you to format the card may appear when you connect it. Do not format the card.
  • Page 140 Q&A Troubleshooting Others Menu not displayed in desired language. ● Change [Language] setting (→49). Camera rattles if shaken. ● This sound is made by the lens movement and is not a fault. Red lamp illuminated when pressing shutter button halfway in dark locations. ●...

  • Page 141: Usage Cautions And Notes

    Usage cautions and notes When in use ● Camera may become warm if used for long periods of time, but this is not a fault. ● Keep the camera as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment (such as microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.). •...
  • Page 142 Usage cautions and notes Memory cards ● To prevent damage to cards and data • Avoid high temperatures, direct sunlight, electromagnetic waves, and static electricity. • Do not bend, drop, or expose to strong impacts. • Do not touch connectors on reverse of card or allow them to become dirty or wet. ●...
  • Page 143 Lens ● If lens is dirty: Images may appear slightly white if lens is dirty (fingerprints, etc.). Turn the power on, hold the extracted lens barrel with your fingers, and gently wipe the lens surface with a soft, dry cloth. ●...
  • Page 144 • 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.

  • Page 145: User License Agreement For Location Name Data

    Multi-disc sets may only be transferred or sold as a complete set as provided by Panasonic Corporation and not as a subset thereof. Restrictions. Except where you have been specifically...
  • Page 146 No Warranty. This Data is provided to you “as is,” and you agree to use it at your own risk. Panasonic Corporation and its licensors (and their licensors and suppliers) make no guarantees, representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, arising...
  • Page 147 Entire Agreement. These terms and conditions constitute the entire agreement between Panasonic Corporation (and its licensors, including their licensors and suppliers) and you pertaining to the subject matter hereof, and supersedes in their entirety any and...
  • Page 148 Usage cautions and notes Australia Austria Croatia, Cyprus, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, Moldova, Poland, Slovenia and/or Ukraine France Germany Great Britain Greece Hungary Italy Norway Portugal Spain Sweden Switzerland VQT3G90 Copyright. Based on data provided under license from PSMA Australia Limited (www.psma.com.au). ©...
  • Page 149 ■ Landmark types The following points of interest, such as tourist spots and public facilities, are displayed as landmarks. • Although about 1,000,000 landmarks are registered (out of which about 70,000 are located in Japan), there are some that are not registered. (The registered information is current as of December 2010 and will not be updated.) Amusement park Ski resorts...
  • Page 150 Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries. • HDAVI Control™ is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation. • The “AVCHD” and the “AVCHD” logo are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation.

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