Panasonic DMC-LS6 Owner's Manual
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Page 1: Digital Camera
Owner’s Manual for advanced features Digital Camera DMC-LS6 Model No. Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely. VQT4D69 M0112KZ0... -
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents Before use Basics Cautions on handling this unit ..... 4 Taking pictures with automatic settings [Intelligent Auto] Mode ......16 Standard Accessories ......6 Using zoom .......... 18 Names and Functions of Main Parts ..7 Taking motion pictures Cursor button ..........7 [Motion Picture] Mode ...... - Page 3 Contents Recording Playback/Editing Taking pictures with your own settings Different playback methods [Normal Picture] Mode ......29 (Playback Mode) ........49 Recording Mode list ........29 [Slide Show] ..........50 [Category Selection] ........51 Aligning the focus ....... 30 Using the [Playback] menu....52 Changing recording information [Resize] ............52 display ..........
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Page 4: Cautions On Handling This Unit
Cautions on handling this unit ■ Camera handling 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 5 Cautions on handling this unit ■ 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.
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Page 6: Standard Accessories
• 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 7: Names And Functions Of Main Parts
Names and Functions of Main Parts Shutter button (→16) Tripod receptacle • Ensure that the tripod is Power button (→14) stable. Self-timer indicator (→34) Speaker Microphone (→19) Lens barrel Card/Battery door (→10) Lens (→4) Flash (→32) Zoom button (→18) Hand strap eyelet We recommend using the supplied hand strap to avoid dropping the... -
Page 8: About The Batteries
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... - Page 9 Please note that the performance of alkaline batteries significantly decreases in low temperature conditions. (When the temperature is 0 °C (32 °F)) Supplied batteries or Fully-charged Panasonic Ni-MH optional Panasonic alkaline batteries (optional, when the batteries battery capacity is 1950 mAh) Number of recordable pictures Approx.
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Page 10: Inserting And Removing The Card (Optional)/The Batteries
Inserting and removing the card (optional)/the batteries Slide the card/battery door out ( ) before opening the door ( ) as illustrated Insert the batteries and card, making sure that their orientation is correct • Batteries: Insert the batteries all the way with correct orientation of poles. - Page 11 Inserting and removing the card (optional)/the batteries ■ To remove Before removing the card or batteries, turn off the camera and wait until the indication on the LCD monitor turns off completely. (Otherwise, this unit may no longer operate normally, the card itself may become damaged or recorded pictures may be lost.) •...
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Page 12: Remaining Battery And Memory Capacity
● [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 •... -
Page 13: Recording Capacity Guidelines (Pictures/Recording Time)
● 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). -
Page 14: Setting The Clock
Setting the clock The clock is not set when the camera is shipped. Press the Power button Power button 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 to select the language, and press [MENU/SET]... - Page 15 Setting the clock To change time setting Select [Clock Set] from [Setup] or [Rec] menu, perform • If approximately 5 hours have elapsed after installing the batteries in the camera, the clock settings will be retained for about 24 hours even if the batteries are removed.
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Page 16: 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,” “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. Shutter button Display the screen for Recording Mode selection... -
Page 17: Automatic Scene Detection
Taking pictures with automatic settings [Intelligent Auto] Mode ■ Automatic Scene Detection Camera identifies the scene when pointed at the subject, and makes optimum settings automatically. People are detected Scenery is detected A close-up shot is detected People and night scenery are detected (Only when is selected) Night scenery is detected When the scene does not correspond to any of the conditions above... -
Page 18: Using Zoom
Using zoom Recording Mode: “Optical Zoom” offers 5 x magnification. You can zoom in even closer without the loss of picture quality by lowering the picture size and using “Extended Optical Zoom.” For zooming in even closer, “Digital Zoom” (→46) is available. Zoom In/Out Capture a Enlarge... -
Page 19: Taking Motion Pictures
Taking motion pictures [Motion Picture] Mode Recording Mode: Display the screen for Recording Mode selection Select [Motion Picture] Mode Microphone Start recording Press halfway Press fully (adjust the focus) (start recording) • Immediately release the shutter button after pressing it all the way. •... -
Page 20: Viewing Your Pictures [Normal Play]
Viewing your pictures [Normal Play] 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. Speaker Press the Playback button • Press again to enter the Zoom button Recording Mode. -
Page 21: Watching Motion Pictures
Viewing your pictures [Normal Play] Watching motion pictures Select the motion picture and start playback Motion picture recording time When playback starts, the elapsed playback time is displayed in the top right of the screen. Example: After 3 minutes and 30 seconds: [3m30s] ■... -
Page 22: Viewing As List (Multi Playback)
Viewing as list (Multi Playback) Playback Mode: You can view 12 (or 30) pictures at once (Multi Playback). Press the Playback button Set to multiple screen display Date recorded Picture no. Total no. The display Scroll bar changes each time the W side ■... -
Page 23: 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.) Press to delete the displayed picture Select [Yes] •... -
Page 24: Setting The Menu
Setting the menu ■ ■ About the menu screen Menu operation flow Displaying the menu screen Selecting the menu type Select the item Changing the settings Buttons used in menu operations : [MENU/SET] Exiting the menu screen : Cursor button ] (Delete/Return) button Menu screen configuration : Menu description... - Page 25 Setting the menu Refer to the procedure example below when operating the [Setup] menu, [Rec] menu and [Playback] menu. Example: Changing [AF Mode] in the [Rec] menu in [Normal Picture] Mode Press [MENU/SET] The menu options screen is displayed. Press to select [Rec], and then press [MENU/SET] Press...
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Page 26: Using The [Setup] Menu
Using the [Setup] menu [Clock Set], [Auto Review] and [Auto Power Off] are important for clock setting and battery life. Please check these before use. For details about the setting procedure in the [Setup] menu. (→24) Item Settings, Notes Set time, date, and display format. [Clock Set] (→14) : Low/High/Mute... -
Page 27: [Auto Review]
Using the [Setup] menu Item Settings, Notes [ON] (Automatically displays for 2 seconds.)/[OFF] [Auto Review] Automatically display • Fixed to [ON] in [Intelligent Auto] Mode. still pictures immediately • Auto review occurs immediately after taking still pictures after taking them. in [Burst] mode, or [Panorama Assist] in Scene Mode, regardless of settings. -
Page 28: [Format]
Service Center. built-in memory carefully before For USA and Puerto Rico assistance, please call: formatting. 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. ●... -
Page 29: Taking Pictures With Your Own Settings
Taking pictures with your own settings [Normal Picture] Mode Recording Mode: Using the [Rec] menu to change settings and set up your own recording environment. Display the screen for Recording Shutter button Mode selection Select [Normal Picture] Mode Take a picture Press halfway Press fully (press lightly to... -
Page 30: Aligning The Focus
Aligning the focus Useful when subject is not in the center of picture. First adjust focus according to subject Align the AF area Focus display with the subject ( When focus is aligned: illuminated When focus is not aligned: flashing) AF area ( When focus is aligned: green Hold down... -
Page 31: Changing Recording Information Display
Changing recording information display You can switch between the various types of information shown on the LCD monitor, such as recording information. Press to change display ● In Recording Mode Recording information No display ● In Playback Mode Picture information + Picture information Recording information No display... -
Page 32: Taking Pictures With Flash
Taking pictures with flash Recording Mode: Display [Flash] Select the desired type (Can also be selected with Type, operations Uses [Auto] Normal use • Automatically judges whether or not to flash [Auto/Red-Eye] Taking pictures of subjects in • Automatically judges whether or not to flash (reduce dark places red-eye) [Forced Flash On]... - Page 33 Taking pictures with flash ■ Available types in each mode (○: Available, –: Not available, : Default setting) ○ [Scene Mode] ○ * ○ ○ ○ ○ – ○ – ○ ○ – ○ ○ – ○ ○ – – –...
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Page 34: Taking Pictures With The Self-Timer
Taking pictures with the 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. Display [Selftimer] Select time duration (Can also be selected with Take a picture Press the shutter button fully to make the self- timer indicator flash and start recording after... -
Page 35: Taking Pictures With Exposure Compensation
Taking pictures with Exposure Compensation Recording Mode: Corrects exposure to obtain optimum exposure (for example, if there is difference between brightness of object and background). Depending on the brightness, this may be impossible in some cases. Under-exposed Optimum exposure Over-exposed Plus direction Minus direction Display [Exposure]... -
Page 36: 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. Display the screen for Recording Mode selection Select [Scene Mode] Select and set the scene ●... -
Page 37: [Portrait]
Taking pictures according to the scene [Scene Mode] Improves the skin tone of subjects for a healthier appearance in bright daylight conditions. Tips [Portrait] • The closer the zoom is positioned to the T (telephoto) edge and the closer the camera is brought to the subject, the greater the effect will be. -
Page 38: [Panorama Assist]
Taking pictures according to the scene [Scene Mode] Use the supplied software to join multiple pictures into a single panorama picture. to select the recording direction, and press [MENU/SET] to set. Take the picture. Select [Next], and press [MENU/SET] to set. •... -
Page 39: [Night Portrait]
Taking pictures according to the scene [Scene Mode] Takes pictures of people and nightscapes with close to actual brightness. Tips • Use flash. [Night Portrait] • Subject should not move. • Tripod, self-timer recommended. Takes clear pictures of night scenes. Tips •... -
Page 40: [Baby]
Taking pictures according to the scene [Scene Mode] Uses weak flash to bring out skin colors. • To record age Select [Age], and press [MENU/SET]. Select [SET] with , and press [MENU/SET]. Set birthday with , and press [MENU/SET]. Select [Exit] with , and press [MENU/SET]. -
Page 41: [Fireworks]
Taking pictures according to the scene [Scene Mode] Takes clear pictures of fireworks in the night sky. Tips • Stand at least 10 m (33 feet) away. • Tripod recommended. [Fireworks] Notes • Shutter speed is fixed to 1/4. (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 42: Using The [Rec] Menu
Using the [Rec] menu For details about the setting procedure in the [Rec] menu (→24) [Picture Size] Set the size (number of pixels) of still pictures. This setting determines how many pictures you can record. ■ Mode: ■ Settings: Recording pixel level type 14 M 4320×3240 3648×2736... -
Page 43: [Rec Quality]
Using the [Rec] menu For details about the setting procedure in the [Rec] menu (→24) [Rec Quality] Set the picture size of motion pictures. ■ Mode: ■ Settings: Picture Quality Picture Size No. of Frames Picture Aspect Ratio [HD] 1280 × 720 pixels 16:9 [VGA] 640 ×... -
Page 44: [White Balance]
Using the [Rec] menu For details about the setting procedure in the [Rec] menu (→24) [White Balance] Adjust coloring to suit light source if colors otherwise appear unnatural. ■ Mode: ■ Settings: [AWB] (automatic) / (outdoor, clear sky) / (outdoor, cloudy sky) / (outdoor, shade) / (incandescent lighting) / (uses value set in... -
Page 45: [Af Mode]
Using the [Rec] menu For details about the setting procedure in the [Rec] menu (→24) [AF Mode] Method of aligning focus can be changed according to position and number of subjects. ■ Mode: ■ Settings: Taking front-on pictures of Detected faces (up to 11 people) and adjusts exposure and focus people accordingly. -
Page 46: [Digital Zoom]
Using the [Rec] menu For details about the setting procedure in the [Rec] menu (→24) [Digital Zoom] Multiplies effect of Optical Zoom or Extended Optical Zoom by up to 4 times. (Note that, with Digital Zoom, enlarging will decrease picture quality.) ■... -
Page 47: [Color Mode]
Using the [Rec] menu For details about the setting procedure in the [Rec] menu (→24) [Color Mode] Set color effects. ■ Mode: ■ Settings: [STANDARD]/[VIVID] * (sharper)/[B&W]/[SEPIA] [Normal Picture] Mode and [Motion Picture] Mode only [Red-Eye Removal] Automatically detects red-eye and corrects still picture data when recording with flash Red-Eye Reduction ( ■... -
Page 48: [Date Stamp]
Using the [Rec] menu For details about the setting procedure in the [Rec] menu (→24) [Date Stamp] Still pictures can be taken with the recording date and time stamped on the still picture. ■ Mode: ■ Settings: [W/O TIME]/[WITH TIME]/[OFF] ●... -
Page 49: Different Playback Methods (Playback Mode)
Different playback methods (Playback Mode) Playback Mode: Recorded pictures can be played back in a variety of ways. Press the Playback button Display the screen for Playback Mode selection Select the method of playback ■ [Normal Play] (→20) ■ [Slide Show] (→50) ■... -
Page 50: [Slide Show]
Different playback methods (Playback Mode) For details about the switching Playback Mode procedure (→49) [Slide Show] Automatically plays back still pictures in order. Select playback method [All] Playback of all still pictures [Category Select a category and play back. (Select category with Selection] and press [MENU/SET].) (→51) Make sure [Start] is selected and press [MENU/SET]... -
Page 51: [Category Selection]
Different playback methods (Playback Mode) For details about the switching Playback Mode procedure (→49) [Category Selection] 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]... -
Page 52: Using The [Playback] Menu
Using the [Playback] menu Playback Mode: For details about the setting procedure in the [Playback] menu (→24) [Resize] Picture size can be reduced to facilitate e-mail attachment and use in webpages, etc. (Still pictures recorded at the smallest recording pixel level cannot be further reduced.) Set-up: Press [MENU/SET] →... - Page 53 Using the [Playback] menu ■ [MULTI] Select [MULTI] in step on the previous page Select size Select still picture (up to 50 pictures) Resize setting • To cancel → Press [MENU/SET] again. Select [OK] Select [Yes] ● Picture quality is reduced after resizing. ●...
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Page 54: [Protect]
Using the [Playback] menu For details about the setting procedure in the [Playback] menu (→24) [Protect] Set protection to disable picture deletion. Prevents deletion of important pictures. Set-up: Press [MENU/SET] → [Playback] menu → Select [Protect] Select [SINGLE] or [MULTI] Select picture and make setting ●... -
Page 55: [Copy]
( 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. - 55 -... -
Page 56: Using With Your Pc
(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 Getting Ready: • Make sure to insert batteries with sufficient power. - Page 57 Using with your PC 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 DCIM (Still pictures/motion pictures) 100_PANA (Up to 999 pictures/folder) P1000001.JPG ●...
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Page 58: Using "Photofunstudio" To Copy Pictures To Your Computer
Using with your PC Using “PHOTOfunSTUDIO” to copy pictures to your computer With the “PHOTOfunSTUDIO” software on the supplied CD-ROM, a computer can be used to manage the recorded pictures. ● Main “PHOTOfunSTUDIO” functions • Copying recorded still pictures or motion pictures to a computer •... -
Page 59: Printing
Printing You can connect directly to a PictBridge-compatible printer for printing. Some printers can print directly from the camera’s memory card. For details, see the manual for your printer. Getting Ready: • Make sure to insert batteries with sufficient power. •... -
Page 60: Printing Multiple Pictures
Printing Printing multiple pictures Select [Multi Print] in step on the previous page Select item • [Multi Select]: Scroll between pictures with , select pictures with [MENU/SET] to print. (Press [MENU/SET] again to release selection.) Press to select [OK], and press [MENU/SET]. •... -
Page 61: Print With Date
Printing Print with date ● Printing in store: Only recording date can be printed. Request date printing in store. • When printing still pictures of 16:9 Aspect Ratio, check in advance that the store can accept this size. ● Using computer: Print settings for recording date and text information can be made using the supplied CD-ROM “PHOTOfunSTUDIO.”... -
Page 62: Making Print Settings On The Camera
Printing Making print settings on the camera (Make settings before selecting [Print start]) Select item Select setting Item Settings [Print with [ON]/[OFF] Date] [Num.of prints] Set number of pictures (up to 999 pictures) [A3] (297×420 mm) (printer takes priority) [10×15 cm] (100×150 mm) [L/3.5”×5”] (89×127 mm) -
Page 63: List Of Lcd Monitor Displays
List of LCD monitor displays Press to change display (→31). ■ In recording Recording Mode (→16, 19, 29, 36) ISO Sensitivity (→43) Aperture value/Shutter speed (→29) Picture Size (→42) Recording quality (→43) Exposure Compensation (→35) Flash Mode (→32) Current date/time Optical Image Stabilizer (→47) Age in years/months (→40) Jitter alert (→29) - Page 64 List of LCD monitor displays ■ In playback Playback Mode (→49) Recording Mode (→16, 19, 29, 36) Flash Mode (→32) Protected picture (→54) White Balance (→44) Date Stamp (→48) Exposure Compensation (→35) Color Mode (→47) Motion picture recording time (→21) Picture Size (→42) XXhXXmXXs * Battery capacity (→12)
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Page 65: Message Displays
Message displays Meanings and required responses to major messages displayed on LCD monitor. [Some pictures cannot be deleted] [This picture cannot be deleted] ● Non-DCF pictures (→20) cannot be deleted. → Save needed data on a computer or other device, and then use [Format] on the camera. - Page 66 Message displays [Memory Card Error] [Memory card parameter error] ● Card is not of SD standard. ● When cards in capacities of 4 GB or more are used, only SDHC or SDXC Memory Cards are supported. [Read Error]/[Write Error] [Please check the card] ●...
- Page 67 Q&A Troubleshooting Try checking these items (→67 - 72) 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.) Battery, power The camera turns off immediately even with full battery power.
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Page 68: Q&A Troubleshooting
Q&A Troubleshooting Recording (Continued) Recorded pictures appear coarse, or there is interference. ● ISO Sensitivity is high, or shutter speed is low. (Default [Sensitivity] setting is [AUTO] – interference may appear with indoor pictures.) → Lower [Sensitivity] (→43). → Take pictures in brighter locations. ●... - Page 69 Q&A Troubleshooting LCD monitor Monitor sometimes shuts off even though power is on. ● After recording, monitor shuts off until next picture can be recorded. Brightness is unstable. ● Aperture value is set while shutter button is pressed halfway. (Does not affect recorded picture.) Monitor flickers indoors.
- Page 70 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.)
- Page 71 The card is not recognized by the computer. (You are using an SDXC Memory Card.) ● Make sure your computer supports SDXC memory cards. http://panasonic.net/avc/sdcard/information/SDXC.html ● When you insert a card, a message will be displayed requesting you to format the card, but do not format it.
- Page 72 Q&A Troubleshooting Others Menu not displayed in desired language. ● Change [Language] setting (→28). Camera is hot. ● Camera may become a little warm during use, but this does not affect performance or quality. Lens makes a clicking noise. ● When brightness changes, the lens may make a clicking noise and the monitor brightness may also change, but this is due to aperture settings being made.
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Page 73: 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 this unit as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment (such as microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.). •... - Page 74 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 75 Usage cautions and notes ● Do not peel off or scratch the battery covering. • Do not use commercially available batteries that are entirely or partly uncovered. Do not use batteries with flat poles. Using such batteries may cause leakage, heat generation or explosion.
- Page 76 • 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.
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Page 77: Specifications
Specifications Power Source DC 3 V LR6/AA Alkaline batteries (2) (supplied) DC 2.4 V HR6/AA Rechargeable Ni-MH (nickel metal hydride) batteries (2) Power When recording: 1.4 W Consumption When playing back: 0.8 W Camera effective 14,100,000 pixels pixels Image sensor 1/2.33”... - Page 78 Specifications Recording media Built-in Memory (Approx. 10 MB)/SD Memory Card/ SDHC Memory Card/SDXC Memory Card Picture size Still picture When the aspect ratio setting is [4:3] 4320×3240 pixels / 3648×2736 pixels / 2560×1920 pixels / 2048×1536 pixels / 640×480 pixels When the aspect ratio setting is [3:2] 4320×2880 pixels When the aspect ratio setting is [16:9]...
- Page 79 • SDXC Logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC. • QuickTime and the QuickTime logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Apple Inc., used under license therefrom. • Other names, company names, and product names printed in these instructions are trademarks or registered trademarks of the companies concerned.