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Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5 Basic Operating Instructions Manual

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  • Page 33 Operating Instructions for advanced features Digital Camera DMC-TZ10/DMC-ZS7 Model No. DMC-TZ8/DMC-ZS5 Before use, please read these instructions completely. VQT2R48...

  • Page 34: Before Use

    Quick start guide The battery is not charged Charge the battery when the camera is shipped. Charge the battery and set the Clock before use. When you do not use the card (optional), you can record or play back pictures on the built-in memory ( 16).

  • Page 35: Table Of Contents

    Contents Before use Basics Before use ..........6 Basic shooting operation ..30 Read first ............6 Taking still pictures ........30 To prevent damage, malfunctions, Recording motion pictures ......30 and faults ............7 Holding the camera ........31 About GPS ........8 Mode dial .............31 Standard Accessories ......
  • Page 36 Contents (Continued) [FIREWORKS]/ [BEACH]/ [SNOW]/ Application (Record) [AERIAL PHOTO]/ [PIN HOLE] ..68 [FILM GRAIN]/ [HIGH DYNAMIC] ..69 Changing recording information [PHOTO FRAME]/ display ..........46 [UNDERWATER] ........70 Taking pictures with flash ....47 Registering commonly used scenes Taking close-up pictures ....49 [MY SCN MODE]/ ‘Tele macro’...
  • Page 37 [DIGITAL ZOOM]/ [ASPECT CONV.]/ [CONTINUOUS AF] [ROTATE DISP.] ........132 [COLOR EFFECT] ......104 [FAVORITE] ........133 [PICT.ADJ.]/ [STABILIZER] ...105 [PRINT SET] ........134 [AUDIO REC.]/ [PROTECT].........135 [AF ASSIST LAMP]/ [FACE REC EDIT].......136 [RED-EYE REMOVAL] .......106 [COPY]..........137 [CLOCK SET] ........107 Using the [MOTION PICTURE] menu Connecting with other devices ..........

  • Page 38: Before Use

    This does not cause a problem with the performance or quality of the Grip area camera. This manual provides operating instructions for the DMC-TZ10/DMC-ZS7/DMC-TZ8/DMC-ZS5. The appearance, specifications, and screen display vary depending on the model that is used. The descriptions in this manual are primarily based on the DMC-TZ10/DMC-ZS7.

  • Page 39: To Prevent Damage, Malfunctions, And Faults

    To prevent damage, malfunctions, and faults Avoid shocks, vibration, and pressure. Lens • Avoid exposing the camera to strong • If lens is dirty: vibration or shock; e.g. dropping or Images may appear slightly white if lens hitting the camera, or sitting down with is dirty (fingerprints, etc.).

  • Page 40: About Gps

    ZS7 model. area, set [GPS SETTING] to ‘PHOTOfunSTUDIO 5.0’ is included [OFF]. ( 85) with the DMC-TZ8/DMC-ZS5 model. • When [GPS SETTING] is [ON], power In this manual, ‘PHOTOfunSTUDIO’ will drain from the battery even if the refers to either version of the camera’s power is OFF.

  • Page 41: Names Of Parts

    Right cursor button ( ) • Macro Mode ( 49) • Flash ( 47) • AF Lock (AF Tracking) ( 36, 99) In this manual, the button that is used is shaded or indicated by For the DMC-TZ8/DMC-ZS5 ( 10) VQT2R48...

  • Page 42: Names Of Parts

    Names of parts Camera ON/OFF switch Card/Battery door ( 14) ( 19) Tripod receptacle Shutter button ( 34) Mode dial ( 33) Flash ( 47) DC coupler cover Self-timer indicator ( 52) ( 15) AF Assist Lamp ( 106) Release lever ( 14) Lens barrel Zoom lever...

  • Page 43: Charging Battery

    Panasonic products and batteries manufactured by other companies and certified by Panasonic. (Batteries which do not support this function cannot be used). Panasonic cannot in any way guarantee the quality, performance or safety of batteries which have been manufactured by other companies and are not genuine Panasonic products.

  • Page 44: Guidelines For Number Of Recordable Pictures And Recording Time

    • Temperature: 23 °C/Humidity: 50% when LCD flash every second recording. monitor is on. • Rotating the zoom lever from Tele to Wide or • Using a Panasonic SD Memory Card vice versa in every recording. (32 MB). • Turning the camera off every 10 recordings •...
  • Page 45 The time required for charging varies depending on conditions of battery usage. Charging takes longer at high or low temperatures and when the battery has not been used in some time. Battery will be warm during charging and for some time thereafter. Battery will run out if not used for long periods of time, even after being charged.

  • Page 46: Inserting And Removing The Card (Optional)/The Battery

    Always use genuine Panasonic batteries. If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product. Remove battery from camera after use. • Store the battery in battery carrying case (supplied).

  • Page 47: Using The Dc Coupler (Optional) Instead Of 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. Insert DC coupler instead of...

  • Page 48: Picture Save Destination (Cards And Built-In Memory)

    Clipboard pictures ( 110) are saved to built-in memory. [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 8 MB –...

  • Page 49: Setting The Clock

    • When set to [AM/PM], 0:00 midnight is AM 12:00, and 0:00 noon is PM 12:00. Press [MENU/SET] Press [MENU/SET] • To return to the previous screen, press (Continued on the next page) For the operating procedures for the DMC-TZ8/DMC-ZS5 ( 19) VQT2R48...

  • Page 50: To Change Time Setting

    Setting the Clock (Continued) If automatically correcting time of day, select [YES] • To manually set date and time select [NO]. • To return to the previous screen, press When [PLEASE SET THE HOME AREA] is displayed, press [MENU/SET] Set your home area The current time and home area are set.

  • Page 51: Setting The Clock

    ( The Clock is not set when the Setting the Clock camera is shipped.) Set REC/PLAY switch to 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 52: Setting The Menu

    Setting the menu Refer to the following procedures to operate menus such as the [SETUP] menu, [REC] menu, [TRAVEL MODE] menu and [PLAYBACK] menu. (Example) While in [PROGRAM AE] Mode ( 37), change [LCD MODE] on the [SETUP] menu. (REC/PLAY switch: set to ;...

  • Page 53: Menu Type

    Settings display may vary according to items. Menu items displayed vary according to mode dial setting. Menu type [REC] menu (REC/PLAY switch: [MOTION PICTURE] menu (REC/PLAY switch: Changing picture preferences ( 95 - 109) • Displays settings such as White Balance, Sensitivity, Aspect Ratio, and Picture Size.

  • Page 54: Using The [Setup] Menu

    Using the [SETUP] menu For details about the setting procedure in the [SETUP] menu ( 20) Make general camera settings such as adjusting the Clock, extending the battery life, and changing the Beep sounds. [CLOCK SET], [ECONOMY] and [AUTO REVIEW] are important for Clock setting and battery life.

  • Page 55: [Lcd Mode]/ [Display Size]/ [Guide Line]/ [Histogram]

    For details about the setting procedure in the [SETUP] menu ( 20) Item Settings, notes [LCD MODE] [OFF]: Normal (cancel setting) Make LCD monitor easier [AUTO POWER LCD]: to see. The brightness is adjusted automatically depending on how bright it is around the camera. [POWER LCD]: Makes screen brighter than normal (for outdoor use).

  • Page 56: [Economy]

    • When [LCD MODE] is set, the brightness of the LCD monitor follows the setting in [LCD MODE], but the picture quality of the LCD monitor stays at a low level. [REC AREA] is not available in the DMC-TZ8/DMC-ZS5. VQT2R48...

  • Page 57: [Auto Review]/ [Zoom Resume]/ [No.reset]

    For details about the setting procedure in the [SETUP] menu ( 20) Item Settings, notes [OFF]: No auto review [AUTO REVIEW] [1 SEC.]/[2 SEC.]: Automatically display for 1 or 2 Automatically display seconds. still pictures immediately after taking them. [HOLD]: Auto review screen remains until a button (other than the [DISPLAY] button) is pressed •...

  • Page 58: [Video Out]/ [Tv Aspect]

    Using the [SETUP] menu (Continued) For details about the setting procedure in the [SETUP] menu ( 20) Item Settings, notes [RESET REC. SETTINGS?] [RESET] [YES]/[NO] Reset to the default settings. [RESET SETUP PARAMETERS?] [YES]/[NO] • Information registered in [FACE RECOG.] is reset if recording settings are reset.

  • Page 59: [Viera Link]

    VIERA remote control when • Works when connected via an HDMI mini cable connecting via an HDMI (optional). mini cable (optional) ( 149). The [HDMI MODE], [VIERA Link] menu items are not available in the DMC-TZ8/DMC-ZS5. VQT2R48...

  • Page 60: [Version Disp.]/ [Format]/ [Language]

    Using the [SETUP] menu (Continued) For details about the setting procedure in the [SETUP] menu ( 20) Item Settings, notes Current version is displayed. [VERSION DISP.] Check the version of the camera firmware. [YES]/[NO] [FORMAT] • This requires a sufficiently charged battery ( 11), or an Use when [BUILT-IN AC adaptor (optional) and DC coupler (optional).

  • Page 61: [Demo Mode]

    For details about the setting procedure in the [SETUP] menu ( 20) Item Settings, notes [STABILIZER DEMO.]: (Only during recording) [DEMO MODE] Extent of jitter is shown on graph (estimate) View demonstration of Large Small Large functions. Extent of jitter Extent of jitter after correction •...

  • Page 62: Basic Shooting Operation

    Press and hold the shutter button Press the motion picture button to take the picture again to finish recording Press fully • Motion pictures cannot be recorded in ([CLIPBOARD] Mode). ( 110) For the operating procedures for the DMC-TZ8/DMC-ZS5 ( 32) VQT2R48...

  • Page 63: Holding The Camera

    Please set the Clock before shooting ( 17). Holding the camera • Stand with your arms close to your body and with AF Assist Lamp your legs apart. Flash • Do not touch the lens. • Do not block the microphone when recording audio. ( 9) •...

  • Page 64: Basic Shooting Operation

    Basic shooting operation Turn on the power Shutter button Set to : Still pictures and motion pictures can be taken. : The captured still pictures and motion pictures can be played back. Set to the desired Recording Mode Set to the mode you plan to use Aim the camera and shoot Recording motion pictures Taking still pictures...

  • Page 65: Holding The Camera

    Please set the Clock before shooting ( 19). Holding the camera • Stand with your arms close to your body and with AF Assist Lamp your legs apart. Flash • Do not touch the lens. • Do not block the microphone when recording audio. ( 10) •...

  • Page 66: 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. Turn on the power Shutter button Set to...
  • Page 67 To use flash Select either (Auto) or (Forced Flash Off). • When is used, (Auto/Red-Eye Reduction), (Slow Sync./Red-Eye Reduction) and (Slow Sync.) are selected automatically according to the subject type and brightness. For details ( 47). • indicate that digital red-eye correction is activated.

  • Page 68: About Happy Colours

    Taking pictures with automatic settings (Continued) [INTELLIGENT AUTO] Mode Recording Mode: About Happy colours If [COLOR EFFECT] is set to[Happy], both still and motion pictures are clearer, with more vivid colouring. • [Happy] can only be set in [INTELLIGENT AUTO] Mode. When setting [Happy] Face Detection and Face Recognition If the camera automatically identifies the scene and determines that people appear...

  • Page 69: 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. Turn on the power Zoom lever Shutter button Set to Set to ([PROGRAM AE] Mode) Take a picture To take motion pictures ( 72)

  • Page 70: Align Focus For Desired Composition

    Taking pictures with your own settings (Continued) [PROGRAM AE] Mode Recording Mode: Align focus for desired composition Useful when subject is not in centre of picture. First adjust focus according to subject Align the AF area Subjects/environments which may with the subject make focusing difficult: •...

  • Page 71: Taking Pictures With Zoom

    Taking pictures with zoom Recording Mode: You can zoom in up to 12 times with ‘Optical Zoom’, and up to 23.4 times with ‘Extra Optical Zoom’ (pictures only) with lower picture quality. To zoom further, you can use [i.ZOOM] or [DIGITAL ZOOM]. Zoom In/Out Do not block the lens barrel movement while zooming.
  • Page 72 Taking pictures with zoom (Continued) Recording Mode: Maximum zoom ratios by picture size Optical Zoom Extra Optical Zoom 12 M 0.3 M [PICTURE 11.5 M 7.5 M 4.5 M 2.5 M 0.3 M SIZE] 10.5 M 4.5 M 0.2 M 14.7 x 18.8 x Max.

  • Page 73: [I.zoom]

    [i.ZOOM] The camera uses super resolution technology to increase the zoom ratio. Using super resolution technology, the zoom ratio can be increased up to about 1.3 times higher than the original zoom ratio with almost no deterioration of picture quality. Display the [REC] menu Select [i.ZOOM] Select [I.RESOLUTION]...

  • Page 74: Easy Zoom

    Taking pictures with zoom (Continued) Recording Mode: Easy Zoom: For zooming rapidly to maximum ratio Zoom to max. T in one touch. Press to change zoom ratio Each time you press, the ratio changes Change of zoom ratio When the Picture Size is 10.5 M or more When the Picture Size is 8 M or less Current recording ratio...

  • Page 75: [Digital Zoom]

    [DIGITAL ZOOM] Zoom 4 times further than Optical/Extra Optical Zoom. (Note that, with Digital Zoom, enlarging will decrease picture quality.) Display the [REC] menu Select [ON] Select [DIGITAL ZOOM] Close the menu VQT2R48...

  • Page 76: [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. (Clipboard pictures can only be played back in [CLIPBOARD] Mode ( 110).) Set to Zoom lever Scroll through pictures...

  • Page 77: Deleting Pictures

    Deleting pictures Playback Mode: Pictures deleted will be 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.) Set to Press to delete displayed picture Select [YES] •...

  • Page 78: Changing Recording Information Display

    Changing recording information display Change between different LCD monitor displays, such as Histograms. Press to change display In Recording Mode Recording Motion picture recording information information Guide lines No display In Playback Mode Set [HISTOGRAM] to [ON] to display Histogram ( 23). Recording Recording information or Histogram...

  • Page 79: Taking Pictures With Flash

    Taking pictures with flash Recording Mode: Display [FLASH] Select the desired type Can also be selected with (Example displayed about 5 Stand at least 1 m (3.28 feet) seconds, [PROGRAM AE] Mode away when using flash to take pictures of infants. Type, operations Uses [AUTO]...
  • Page 80 Taking pictures with flash (Continued) Recording Mode: Available types in each mode ( : Available, –: Not available, : Default setting) – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – –...

  • Page 81: Taking Close-Up Pictures

    Taking close-up pictures Recording Mode: When you want to enlarge the subject, setting to [AF MACRO] ( ) enables you to take pictures at an even closer distance than the normal focus range (up to 3 cm (0.10 feet)) for max. W). Display [MACRO MODE] Select [AF MACRO] Displayed for approx.

  • Page 82: [Macro Zoom]

    Taking close-up pictures (Continued) Recording Mode: Taking pictures at even closer range [MACRO ZOOM] To take even larger images of the subject, setting to [MACRO ZOOM] enables the subject to appear even larger than when using [AF MACRO]. Display [MACRO MODE] Zoom lever Select [MACRO ZOOM] Displayed for approx.

  • Page 83: Positioning Camera And Subject Within Accessible Range For Focus Alignment

    Positioning camera and subject within accessible range for focus alignment Available recording range in ([PROGRAM AE] Mode) Focus range Distance between the lens 3 cm 50 cm ’ and the subject (0.10 feet) (1.64 feet) (3.28 feet) (6.56 feet) ’ 1 x (max.W) 3 cm (0.10 feet) - ’...

  • Page 84: 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. Display [SELFTIMER] Select time duration Can also be selected with Displayed for approx.

  • Page 85: Taking Pictures With Exposure Compensation

    Taking pictures with Exposure Compensation Recording Mode: Corrects exposure when adequate exposure cannot be obtained (if difference between brightness of object and background, etc.). Depending on the brightness, this may not be possible in some cases. Under-exposed Optimum exposure Over-exposed Plus direction Minus direction Display [EXPOSURE]...

  • Page 86: Recording While Exposure Is Changed Automatically ([Auto Bracket])

    Recording while exposure is changed automatically ([AUTO BRACKET]) Recording Mode: Records 3 pictures in continuous succession while exposure is changed automatically. After exposure adjustment, the adjustment value is set as the standard. First picture Second picture Third picture 0EV (Standard) -1EV (Darker) +1EV (Brighter) Display [AUTO BRACKET]...

  • Page 87: [Multi Aspect]

    Taking pictures by automatically changing the aspect ratio [MULTI ASPECT] Recording Mode: In this mode, pressing the shutter button once automatically takes 3 still pictures in each of 3 Aspect Ratios: 4:3, 3:2, and 16:9. (The shutter sound is made only once.) Display [AUTO BRACKET] Picture Size combinations Press...

  • Page 88: Determine Aperture And Record

    Determine aperture and record [APERTURE-PRIORITY] Mode 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 to (recording) Set to ([APERTURE-PRIORITY] Mode)

  • Page 89: Determine Shutter Speed And Record

    Determine shutter speed and record [SHUTTER-PRIORITY] Mode Recording Mode: When recording, you can control the shutter speed to meet your recording purposes. Aperture is automatically adjusted to be appropriate for the set shutter speed. Set to (recording) Set to ([SHUTTER-PRIORITY] Mode) Determine shutter speed •...

  • Page 90: Determine Aperture And Shutter

    Determine aperture and shutter speed and record [MANUAL EXPOSURE] Mode Recording 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 to (recording) Set to...

  • Page 91: 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 allows you to switch quickly to those settings. [CUST.SET MEM.] Registering your own settings Up to 3 current camera settings can be registered.

  • Page 92: [Custom]

    Register your own settings and record (continued) [CUSTOM] Mode Recording Mode: [CUSTOM] Switch to your own settings and record Settings registered in [CUST.SET MEM.] can be quickly called up by setting the mode dial Set to (recording) Set to (Custom Mode) Select custom set •...

  • Page 93: [Scene Mode]

    Taking pictures according to the scene [SCENE MODE] Recording Mode: Using [SCENE MODE] enables you to take pictures with optimum settings (exposure, colouring, etc.) for given scenes. Set to Set to Select and set the scene (Press [MENU/SET] and then press , if scene menu is not displayed) Scene menu...

  • Page 94: [Portrait]

    Taking pictures according to the scene (Continued) [SCENE MODE] Recording Mode: Scene Uses, Tips Notes Improves the skin tone of subjects for a • [AF MODE] default setting is healthier appearance in bright daylight (Face Detection). conditions. [PORTRAIT] Tips • Stand as close as possible to subject. •...

  • Page 95: [Scenery]

    How to select a scene ( 61) Using flash in Scene Modes ( 48) Scene Uses, Tips Notes Takes clear pictures of wide, distant subjects. • Main fixed settings: [FLASH]: [FORCED FLASH Tips OFF] [SCENERY] • Stand at least 5 m (16.4 feet) away. [AF ASSIST LAMP]: [OFF] Use the supplied software to join multiple •...

  • Page 96: [Night Portrait]

    Taking pictures according to the scene (Continued) [SCENE MODE] Recording Mode: Scene Uses, Tips Notes Takes pictures of people and nightscapes • When the camera is set to with close to actual brightness. [STABILIZER] and there is very little jitter, or if [STABILIZER] is Tips set to [OFF], shutter speed may •...

  • Page 97: [Candle Light]

    How to select a scene ( 61) Using flash in Scene Modes ( 48) Scene Uses, Tips Notes Brings out the atmosphere of a candlelit • When the camera is set to room. [STABILIZER] and there is very little jitter, or if [STABILIZER] is Tips set to [OFF], shutter speed may •...

  • Page 98: [High Sens.]/ [Hi-Speed Burst]

    Taking pictures according to the scene (Continued) [SCENE MODE] Recording Mode: Scene Uses, Tips Notes Prevents blurring of subject in dark, indoor • Pictures may appear slightly conditions. grainy due to high sensitivity. • Main fixed settings: Select the aspect ratio and the picture size with [QUALITY]: (Standard) and press [MENU/SET].

  • Page 99: [Flash Burst]

    How to select a scene ( 61) Using flash in Scene Modes ( 48) Scene Uses, Tips Notes Enables continuous recording in dim • The picture quality becomes locations. slightly lower. • Main fixed settings: to select the picture size and aspect [FLASH]: [FORCED FLASH ratio, and press [MENU/SET] to set.

  • Page 100: [Aerial Photo]

    Taking pictures according to the scene (Continued) [SCENE MODE] Recording Mode: Scene Uses, Tips Notes Takes clear pictures of fireworks in the night • Shutter speed can be set to 1/4 sky. second or 2 seconds (if there is a little jitter or if Optical Image Tips Stabilizer is [OFF]).

  • Page 101: [Film Grain]

    How to select a scene ( 61) Using flash in Scene Modes ( 48) Scene Uses, Tips Notes Produces black and white pictures with a • Main fixed settings: grainy texture. [SENSITIVITY]: ISO1600 • The following functions cannot Tips be used: [FILM •...

  • Page 102: [Photo Frame]

    Taking pictures according to the scene (Continued) [SCENE MODE] Recording Mode: Scene Uses, Tips Notes A frame is superimposed over the image. • The recording pixel level is 2 M Press to select the frame, and then press • The following function is fixed: [MENU/SET].

  • Page 103: Registering Commonly Used Scenes

    Set to Set to DMC-TZ10 DMC-TZ8 If you have already registered in My DMC-ZS7 DMC-ZS5 Scene Mode, it Zoom lever is displayed as a [DISPLAY] registered scene. [MENU/SET] Select and set the scene (Press [MENU/SET], select...

  • Page 104: Taking Motion Pictures

    Elapsed recording time Press the motion picture button Changing motion picture again to end recording settings ( 108) Playing back motion Switching still picture Still picture recording pictures mode screen For the operating procedures for the DMC-TZ8/DMC-ZS5 ( 76) VQT2R48...
  • Page 105 [AVCHD Lite(GPS REC)] or [AVCHD Lite]. Correct playback may not be possible with some compatible devices. Also, motion pictures recorded in [AVCHD Lite(GPS REC)] cannot be played back with Panasonic digital cameras (LUMIX) compatible with AVCHD (Lite) recording that were sold in or before 2009.

  • Page 106: Recordable Time On 2 Gb Sd Memory Card

    20 min 50 s [MOTION JPEG] [VGA] 21 min 40 s [QVGA] Press [DISPLAY] before recording to display the recordable time in the current Recording Mode and the picture quality. Available recording time For the operating procedures for the DMC-TZ8/DMC-ZS5 ( 76) VQT2R48...
  • Page 107 It may not be possible to play back motion pictures recorded in [MOTION JPEG] on Panasonic digital cameras (LUMIX) . (Motion pictures recorded on Panasonic digital cameras (LUMIX) can be played back on this camera.)

  • Page 108: [Motion Picture] Mode

    Taking motion pictures [MOTION PICTURE] Mode Recording Mode: This records motion pictures with audio. (Recording with muted sound is not possible. Sound recording is monaural.) Zoom can also be used during recording. Microphone Set to (Do not cover with your finger) Set the mode dial to Start recording Press halfway...

  • Page 109: [Rec Quality]

    Additionally, incorrect recording information may be indicated. Motion pictures recorded with the 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 110: Recording With The Face Recognition Function [Face Recog.]

    Recording with the Face Recognition function [FACE RECOG.] Recording Mode: To enable the Face Recognition function, register a face picture ( 79), or set the automatic registration of face pictures ( 82) to [ON]. (The Face Recognition function is not enabled at the time of purchase.) How the Face Recognition function works During recording •...

  • Page 111: Registering Face Pictures

    Registering face pictures 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). Recording tips when registering face pictures •...
  • Page 112 Recording with the Face Recognition function (continued) [FACE RECOG.] Recording Mode: Select [FACE RECOG.] from the [REC] menu ( 20) Select [MEMORY] with , and then press [MENU/SET] Select the frame for the unregistered face picture • If 6 people are already registered, first delete a registered person.

  • Page 113: Editing Or Deleting Information About Registered Persons

    To set the Face Recognition function to [OFF] Select [FACE RECOG.] from the [REC] menu ( 20) Select [OFF] with , and then press [MENU/SET] When a face picture is registered or automatic registration of face pictures is set, the [FACE RECOG.] setting is switched to [ON] automatically.

  • Page 114: Automatically Register Face Pictures

    Recording with the Face Recognition function (continued) [FACE RECOG.] Recording Mode: Automatically register face pictures You can set the camera so that the registration screen automatically displays after recording a subject that is recorded many times. Select [FACE RECOG.] from Select [ON] the [REC] menu ( 20) Select [SET]...

  • Page 115: Setting Recognition Sensitivity

    The registration screen is displayed for the third time (estimate). (This does not occur in [SELF PORTRAIT] Scene Mode, [BURST], [AUDIO REC.], [AUTO BRACKET] or [MULTI ASPECT].) If the registration screen is not displayed easily, recording in the same environment and with the same expression will make it display more easily.

  • Page 116: Recording The Place Of Recording With Gps

    When turning off the camera’s power in an airplane, hospital or other restricted area, set [GPS SETTING] to [OFF] or . ( 85) • If the status indicator flashes periodically while the camera’s power is off, [GPS SETTING] is set to [ON]. [GPS SETTING] is not available in the DMC-TZ8/DMC-ZS5. VQT2R48...

  • Page 117: [Gps Setting]

    Before use, read “About GPS” ( 8) and “User License Agreement for Location Name Data” ( 165). [GPS SETTING]: Using GPS Select [GPS SETTING] from When checking GPS reception the Travel Mode menu ( 20) Select [INFO] in Step to check the current reception.
  • Page 118 • Location name information (country or region name/prefecture, state or province name/city or town name/landmark name) You can use the camera or the ‘PHOTOfunSTUDIO’ software on the supplied CD-ROM to check the recording location of pictures or display them by location of recording. [GPS SETTING] is not available in the DMC-TZ8/DMC-ZS5. VQT2R48...

  • Page 119: Change The Recorded Place Name Information

    The location name information consists of location names and landmarks that are found via a search of the camera’s database based on the latitude and longitude that were acquired in positioning, and the most appropriate items are displayed in the following order of priority.

  • Page 120: Changing The Display Of Location Name Information

    Select [AREA INFO. SET] ( 20) from the [TRAVEL MODE] menu Select the item to change the display Turn items to be displayed [ON] and items not to be displayed [OFF] [GPS SETTING] is not available in the DMC-TZ8/DMC-ZS5. VQT2R48...

  • Page 121: Using Gps To Set The Clock

    Return to the menu screen In the following cases, “- - -” is displayed. • There is no location name information to display • There are no nearby landmarks (It may be possible to select landmarks in [GPS AREA SELECT].) When the text of the location name information is long, such as when multiple items are set for display, a scroll display is used.

  • Page 122: [Travel Mode]

    Useful features for travel [TRAVEL MODE] Recording Mode: • If items have been set, the settings for each item are displayed. The menu name for the selected item is displayed. [TRAVEL DATE] If you set your travel schedule and record pictures, which day of your trip the picture was recorded will be recorded.

  • Page 123: [Travel Date]

    Recording only. (Cannot set.) When [TRAVEL DATE] is displayed in white with a minus sign, the [HOME] date is one day in advance of the [DESTINATION] date (this is recorded). To print the number of days that have passed, either use [TEXT STAMP] or print using the software on the supplied CD-ROM ‘PHOTOfunSTUDIO’.

  • Page 124: [Location]

    Useful features for travel (Continued) [TRAVEL MODE] Recording Mode: [LOCATION] Record your destination. Once the [TRAVEL SETUP] is set, you Once the [TRAVEL DATE] is set, you can can set the destination. set the destination. Select [LOCATION] in step Select [LOCATION] from on the previous page the [TRAVEL MODE] menu ( 20)

  • Page 125: [World Time]

    Recording only. (Cannot set.) [WORLD TIME] Set the recording date and time with the local time at your destination. Perform [CLOCK SET] in advance. Select [WORLD TIME] from Select [DESTINATION] the [TRAVEL MODE] menu ( 20) • [PLEASE SET THE HOME AREA] will be displayed when setting for the first time.
  • Page 126 Useful features for travel (Continued) [TRAVEL MODE] Recording Mode: Recording only. (Cannot set.) Using GPS to make automatic settings Following step of the previous page, you can select [AUTO] to use the GPS function to set the local time for your destination automatically. This is the same function as [AUTO CLOCK SET].

  • Page 127: Using The [Rec] Menu

    Using the [REC] menu For [REC] menu setting procedures ( 20) ‘Quick menu’ ( 112) is useful to easily call up frequently-used menus. [PICTURE SIZE] Set size of picture. Number of pictures which can be recorded depends on this setting and on [QUALITY] ( 96).

  • Page 128: [Intelligent Iso]

    Using the [REC] menu (Continued) [QUALITY] Set quality of picture. Recording Mode: Settings: Fine (High quality, priority to picture quality) Standard (Standard quality, priority to the number of pictures) [ASPECT RATIO] Aspect ratio of still picture can be changed according to printing or playback format. Recording Mode: Settings: Same as 4:3 TV or computer...

  • Page 129: [Sensitivity]

    For [REC] menu setting procedures ( 20) Slow-moving subject Fast-moving subject ISO Sensitivity 200 ISO Sensitivity 800 (Shutter speed 1/30) (Shutter speed 1/125) Shutter speed and ISO Sensitivity are displayed in the screen for a few seconds after recording. If interference becomes noticeable, we recommend reducing the setting, or setting [NOISE REDUCTION] in [PICT.ADJ.] in the + direction.

  • Page 130: [White Balance]

    Using the [REC] menu (Continued) [WHITE BALANCE] Adjust colouring to suit light source if colours otherwise appear unnatural. Recording Mode: Settings: [AWB] (automatic) / (outdoor, clear sky) / (outdoor, cloudy sky) / (outdoor, shade) / (Incandescent lighting) / (uses value set in (set manually) [AWB] operational range: Pictures may appear red or blue if out of...

  • Page 131: [Af Mode]

    For [REC] menu setting procedures ( 20) [FACE RECOG.] Registering people that appear frequently in your pictures allows them to be given priority when aligning focus, and allows all pictures featuring them to be viewed collectively. For details ( 78). [AF MODE] Method of aligning focus can be changed according to position and number of subjects.
  • Page 132 Using the [REC] menu (Continued) Determined position for 1-area-focusing (High speed)/ Spot-focusing: focus 1-area-focusing: Focuses on smaller, Focuses on AF area in centre of limited area. (1-area-focusing picture. (Recommended when (High speed: Focuses focus is difficult to align) faster than other settings)) AF area (1-area-focusing)

  • Page 133: [Face Recog.]/ [Pre Af]/ [Metering Mode]

    For [REC] menu setting procedures ( 20) [PRE AF] Focus is continually aligned according to movement of subject even when shutter button is not pressed. (Increases battery consumption) Recording Mode: Settings: Setting Effect [OFF] Focus is not adjusted until the shutter button is pressed halfway. [Q-AF] The focus is automatically adjusted when camera blurring is small even when (Quick AF)

  • Page 134: [I.exposure]

    Using the [REC] menu (Continued) [I.EXPOSURE] Automatically adjusts contrast and exposure to give more lifelike colours when there is significant contrast between background and subject. Recording Mode: Settings: [OFF]/[LOW]/[STANDARD]/[HIGH] [LOW], [STANDARD] and [HIGH] indicate the amount of correction. If the setting is other than [OFF], is displayed on the screen.

  • Page 135: [Burst]/ [I.resolution]

    For [REC] menu setting procedures ( 20) [BURST] Enables a rapid succession of still pictures to be taken. Succession of still pictures taken while shutter button is held down. Recording Mode: Settings: No. of pictures [BURST] setting Speed [OFF] No burst Fine: Max.

  • Page 136: [Color Effect]

    Using the [REC] menu (Continued) [DIGITAL ZOOM] Multiplies effect of Optical Zoom or Extra Optical Zoom by up to 4 times. For details ( 43) Recording Mode: Settings: [OFF]/[ON] This is fixed to [ON] when [MACRO ZOOM] is set. [CONTINUOUS AF] Either allow the focus to be constantly adjusted during motion picture recording, or fix the focus position at the start of recording.

  • Page 137: [Pict.adj.]/ [Stabilizer]

    For [REC] menu setting procedures ( 20) [PICT.ADJ.] The elements that determine picture quality are set for each item and the pictures you record are adjusted to your preferred picture quality. Recording Mode: Settings: Settings content Settings and effect – The difference in [CONTRAST] brightness and...

  • Page 138: [Audio Rec.]

    Using the [REC] menu (Continued) [AUDIO REC.] Sounds can also be recorded with pictures. This is useful for conversation or memo recording. Recording Mode: Settings: [OFF]/[ON] (Record approx. 5 seconds of sound ( displayed on screen)) To cancel recording Press [MENU/SET]. To play audio ( 115) Recording is not possible in [BURST], [AUTO BRACKET], [MULTI ASPECT], and the [PANORAMA ASSIST], [HI-SPEED BURST], [FLASH BURST], and [STARRY SKY]...

  • Page 139: [Clock Set]

    For [REC] menu setting procedures ( 20) [CLOCK SET] Set the Clock. Same function as that in [SETUP] menu ( 22). VQT2R48...

  • Page 140: Using The [Motion Picture] Menu

    AVCHD Lite motion pictures cannot be played back on devices not compatible with AVCHD (such as conventional DVD recorders). Also, motion pictures recorded in [AVCHD Lite(GPS REC)] cannot be played back with Panasonic digital cameras (LUMIX) compatible with AVCHD (Lite) recording that were sold in or before 2009.

  • Page 141: [Continuous Af]/ [Wind Cut]

    For [MOTION PICTURE] menu setting procedures ( 20) Settings: [AVCHD Lite(GPS REC)] in [REC MODE] Bit rate Setting Resolution Aspect ratio [GSH] 1280 x 720 17 Mbps [GH] 1280 x 720 13 Mbps 16:9 [GL] 1280 x 720 9 Mbps [AVCHD Lite] in [REC MODE] Bit rate Setting...

  • Page 142: Taking/Viewing Clipboard Pictures [Clipboard] Mode

    Taking/viewing clipboard pictures [CLIPBOARD] Mode Mode: Useful for taking pictures of timetables and maps instead of taking memos. Regardless of presence of card, pictures will always be saved to the clipboard folder of the built-in memory, so that they can be distinguished from normal pictures and viewed immediately.

  • Page 143: Zoom Mark

    Zoom Mark Useful for enlarging and saving parts of maps, etc. To register zoom enlarged size and position • To change zoom and Enlarge with Press position: Perform steps zoom lever and select position • To finish Zoom Mark setting: with Restore zoom to original (1 x) ratio...

  • Page 144: Using Quick Menu

    Using Quick menu Recording menu items can be called up easily. Set to Display Quick menu Press the button until the Quick menu is displayed Quick menu Select item and setting Select Press (Finished) Setting Item GPS function operations When [ON] or is selected in the [GPS SETTING] item, the following operations are available: •...

  • Page 145: Entering Text

    Entering Text Use the cursor buttons to enter names with the Face Recognition function and in Scene Modes [BABY] and [PET], or to register destinations in [TRAVEL DATE] etc. (On the setting screen of each menu) Display the character selection screen Select characters and press [MENU/SET] (repeat) •...

  • Page 146: Viewing As List (Multi Playback/Calendar Playback)

    Viewing as list (Multi Playback/Calendar Playback) Playback Mode: You can view 12 (or 30) pictures at once (Multi Playback), or view all pictures taken on a certain date (Calendar Playback). Set to Zoom lever • To view pictures: press Set to multiple screen display Date recorded Picture no.

  • Page 147: Watching Motion Pictures/Still Pictures With Audio

    Watching motion pictures/still pictures with audio Playback Mode: Motion pictures and still pictures with audio can be played back just as you view still pictures. Set to Set to a position other than Select the picture and start playback Motion picture recording time Operations during motion picture playback...

  • Page 148: Capturing Still Pictures From Motion Pictures

    The picture quality becomes slightly lower because of the picture quality setting of the original motion picture. It may not be possible to capture still pictures from motion pictures that were recorded with a different camera. This function is not available in the DMC-TZ8/DMC-ZS5. VQT2R48...

  • Page 149: Splitting Up Motion Pictures

    During splitting, do not turn off the camera’s power or remove the card or battery. If you do so, the motion picture will be deleted. It may not be possible to split motion pictures that were recorded with a different camera. [PRINT SET] is cancelled after splitting. [VIDEO DIVIDE] is not available in the DMC-TZ8/DMC-ZS5. VQT2R48...

  • Page 150: Playback Mode

    Different playback methods [PLAYBACK MODE] Playback Mode: Recorded pictures can be played back in a variety of ways. Set to Set to a position other than Display the screen for Playback Mode selection [NORMAL PLAY] Select the Playback Mode from ( 44) [SLIDE SHOW] ( 119)

  • Page 151: [Slide Show]

    [SLIDE SHOW] Automatically play pictures in order and to music. Recommended when viewing on TV screen. Select the playback method • [ ALL] : Play all • [PICTURE ONLY]: Plays back still pictures and still pictures with audio • [VIDEO ONLY]: Playback of motion pictures only •...

  • Page 152: [Mode Play]

    • To delete the picture Press Previous Next To exit [MODE PLAY], set to [NORMAL PLAY]. Also select [AVCHD Lite] to play back motion pictures that were recorded in [AVCHD Lite(GPS REC)]. [MODE PLAY] is not available in the DMC-TZ8/DMC-ZS5. VQT2R48...

  • Page 153: [Gps Area Play]

    For switching [PLAYBACK MODE] procedure ( 118) [GPS AREA PLAY] You can select the place name or landmark of the place where pictures were recorded to play them back. Select the range of geographical region to play back Select a place name or landmark displayed First letter of place name or landmark displayed Displayed recording place View pictures...

  • Page 154: [Travel Play]

    Different playback methods [PLAYBACK MODE] (Continued) Playback Mode: [TRAVEL PLAY] Play back only pictures recorded at your destination. Play back by travel date Pictures can be played back by travel date if [TRAVEL SETUP] /[TRAVEL DATE] was set at the time of their recording. Select [TRAVEL DATE] •...

  • Page 155: View Pictures

    For switching [PLAYBACK MODE] procedure ( 118) Play back by destination Pictures can be played back by destination if [LOCATION] was set at the time of their recording. Select [LOCATION] Select the item • If there are many pictures, display may take some time. •...

  • Page 156: [Category Play]

    Different playback methods [PLAYBACK MODE] (Continued) Playback Mode: [CATEGORY PLAY] Pictures can be classified automatically and viewed by category. Automatic classification starts when [CATEGORY PLAY] is selected from the Playback Mode selection menu. Select the Category [CATEGORY] Recording information such as Scene Modes Pictures taken using Face Recognition [PORTRAIT]/[i PORTRAIT]/...

  • Page 157: [Favorite Play]

    For switching [PLAYBACK MODE] procedure ( 118) [FAVORITE PLAY] Manually play pictures set in [FAVORITE] (displayed only when [FAVORITE] pictures are present and setting is [ON]). View pictures Previous Next Calendar display cannot be used. The following playback menus can only be set: [PLACE-NAME EDIT], [ROTATE DISP.], [PRINT SET], [PROTECT] To close [FAVORITE PLAY], select [NORMAL PLAY].

  • Page 158: Using The [Playback] Menu

    Using the [PLAYBACK] menu Playback Mode: (Set mode dial to any except You can edit or protect recorded pictures. • Depending on the Playback Mode, some [PLAYBACK] menu items are not displayed. • New pictures are created after editing pictures with tools such as [TEXT STAMP] and [RESIZE].

  • Page 159: [Video Divide]

    For the [PLAYBACK] menu setting procedure ( 20). [PLACE-NAME EDIT] You can edit place name information recorded by GPS function. Operation: Press [MENU/SET] on the playback screen and select [PLAYBACK] menu [PLACE-NAME EDIT] Select the picture Enter characters (Entering text ( 113)) Select [YES] Select the location name or...

  • Page 160: [Text Stamp]

    Using the [PLAYBACK] menu (Continued) Playback Mode: (Set mode dial to any except [TEXT STAMP] 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.
  • Page 161 For the [PLAYBACK] menu setting procedure ( 20). Items that can be stamped [SHOOTING DATE] [W/O TIME]: Stamps recording date [WITH TIME]: Stamps recording date and time [NAME] Stamp name registered in Face Recognition : Stamp name registered in [BABY] or [PET] [LOCATION] Stamp Destination registered in [TRAVEL MODE]’s [LOCATION] [TRAVEL DATE]...

  • Page 162: [Resize]

    Using the [PLAYBACK] menu (Continued) Playback Mode: (Set mode dial to any except [RESIZE] 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.) Set-up: Press [MENU/SET] [PLAYBACK] menu Select [RESIZE]...

  • Page 163: [Cropping]/ [Leveling]

    For the [PLAYBACK] menu setting procedure ( 20). [CROPPING] Enlarge your still pictures and crop unwanted areas. Set-up: Press [MENU/SET] [PLAYBACK] menu Select [CROPPING] Press to select a still picture, and then press [MENU/SET] Select area to crop Expand Change Crop position Press...

  • Page 164: [Aspect Conv.]/ [Rotate Disp.]

    Using the [PLAYBACK] menu (Continued) Playback Mode: (Set mode dial to any except [ASPECT CONV.] Convert still pictures taken in for printing. Set-up: Press [MENU/SET] [PLAYBACK] menu Select [ASPECT CONV.] Select horizontal position Select and convert (Move portrait pictures using Select still picture taken in Changes to outlined size Press...

  • Page 165: [Favorite]

    For the [PLAYBACK] menu setting procedure ( 20). [FAVORITE] By labeling your favourite pictures with a star ( ), you can enjoy [SLIDE SHOW] or [FAVORITE PLAY] of these pictures only, or you can delete all pictures except your favourites ( 45). Set-up: Press [MENU/SET] [PLAYBACK] menu Select [FAVORITE]...

  • Page 166: [Print Set]

    Using the [PLAYBACK] menu (Continued) Playback Mode: (Set mode dial to any except [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) Set-up: Press [MENU/SET] [PLAYBACK] menu Select [PRINT SET] Select [SINGLE] or [MULTI]...

  • Page 167: [Protect]

    For the [PLAYBACK] menu setting procedure ( 20). [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 [SINGLE] [MULTI] • To cancel Press [MENU/SET] again.

  • Page 168: [Face Rec Edit]

    Using the [PLAYBACK] menu (Continued) Playback Mode: (Set mode dial to any except [FACE REC EDIT] Edit or delete the recognition information for pictures with mistaken Face Recognition. Operation: On the playback screen, press [MENU/SET] and select [PLAYBACK] menu [FACE REC EDIT] Select [REPLACE] or Select the person to replace [DELETE]...

  • Page 169: [Copy]

    Identically-named files will not be copied from card to built-in memory ( The print settings and protection settings are not copied. Set them again after copying. Only pictures from Panasonic digital cameras (LUMIX) may be copied. Original pictures will not be deleted after copying (to delete pictures ( 45)).

  • Page 170: Keep The Recorded Still Pictures And Motion Pictures

    Keep the recorded still pictures and motion pictures The methods for copying still and motion pictures recorded with this camera to other devices vary according to the file format (JPEG, AVCHD Lite , Motion JPEG). Follow the correct method for your device. only Dubbing playback pictures via AV cables Available file types: Motion AVCHD Lite , Motion JPEG...

  • Page 171: Use 'Photofunstudio' To Copy To Your Computer

    Use ‘PHOTOfunSTUDIO’ to copy to your computer Available file types: Still JPEG/ Motion AVCHD Lite , Motion JPEG With the ‘PHOTOfunSTUDIO’ software on the supplied CD-ROM, a computer can be used to manage the recorded pictures. Main ‘PHOTOfunSTUDIO’ functions •...

  • Page 172: Using With Your Pc

    (Do not format the card. This will erase recorded pictures.) If the card is not recognised, refer to the following support website. http://panasonic.net/avc/sdcard/information/SDXC.html • Copied pictures can then be printed out or sent by e-mail using the ‘PHOTOfunSTUDIO’...

  • Page 173: Copying Still Pictures And Motion Pictures

    Some computers can read directly from the camera’s memory card. For details, see the manual for your computer. Copying still pictures and motion pictures Getting Ready: • Charge the battery sufficiently. Or, connect the AC adaptor (optional) and DC coupler (optional).
  • Page 174 Using with your PC (Continued) 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/motion pictures) 100_PANA (Up to 999 pictures/folder) P1000001.JPG Windows Built-in...
  • Page 175 Playing motion pictures recorded in [AVCHD Lite(GPS REC)] or [AVCHD Lite] on your computer Use the ‘PHOTOfunSTUDIO’ software on the supplied CD-ROM. Save the motion picture to your computer, and play it back. Playing motion pictures recorded in [MOTION JPEG] on your computer Use the ‘QuickTime’...

  • Page 176: Printing

    Printing You can connect directly to a PictBridge- Turn on power of camera compatible printer for printing. and printer Getting Ready: Connect camera to printer • Charge the battery sufficiently. Or, connect the AC adaptor (optional) and DC coupler • Please make sure you use the (optional).

  • Page 177: Printing Multiple Pictures

    Some printers can print directly from the camera’s memory card. For details, see the manual for your printer. Printing multiple pictures Select [MULTI PRINT] in Select item Print step on the previous (See below for details) (Previous page page • [MULTI SELECT] : Scroll between pictures with , select pictures to print with the [DISPLAY] button.

  • Page 178: Making Print Settings On Camera

    Printing (Continued) Making print settings on camera (Make settings before selecting [PRINT START]) Select item Select setting Item Settings [PRINT WITH [OFF]/[ON] DATE] [NUM.OF Set number of pictures (up to 999 pictures) PRINTS] [A3] (297×420 mm) (printer takes priority) [10×15 cm] (100×150 mm) [L/3.5”×5”] (89×127 mm) [4”×6”]...

  • Page 179: Viewing On Tv Screen

    Insert the SD memory card into the SD card slot • Still pictures only can be played back. • AVCHD Lite 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 180: Viewing On A Tv With Hdmi Socket

    High-definition TV compatible with HDMI to enjoy recorded pictures and motion pictures at high resolution. Connecting the camera to a Panasonic TV (VIERA) compatible with VIERA Link (HDMI) enables linked operation (VIERA Link). ( 149) Preparation: •...

  • Page 181: Viera Link (Hdmi) (Hdavi Control™)

    CEC-compatible devices. Refer to your product manual to verify compatibility with VIERA Link (HDMI). This camera supports VIERA Link (HDMI) Version 5. This is the latest Panasonic standard that also supports previous Panasonic VIERA Link devices. (As of December 2009) Preparation: •...
  • Page 182 [OK]. • Slide Show playback press the red button. • Slide Show settings press [OPTION]. • To display the picture information press Operating panel • To return to the previous screen press The DMC-TZ8/DMC-ZS5 does not support VIERA Link. VQT2R48...
  • Page 183 • If VIERA Link (HDMI) does not function correctly ( 161) 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 184: List Of Lcd Monitor Displays

    List of LCD monitor displays In recording 11, 12 1 Recording Mode 13 Optical Image Stabilizer ( 105)/ 31, 108, Jitter alert ( 37) Flash ( 47) Metering Mode ( 101) Recording quality ( 108) Pre AF ( 101) AF Tracking ( 36, 99) Burst Mode ( 103) Wind cut ( 109)

  • Page 185: In Playback

    Press the [DISPLAY] button to change display ( 46). In playback 1 Playback Mode ( 118) Recorded date and time Place name information ( 84) Protected picture ( 135) Destination ( 92) Favourites ( 133) Name ( 65, 78) Text stamped display ( 128) Title ( 126) 2 Picture size ( 95)

  • Page 186: Message Displays

    Message displays [THIS MEMORY CARD CANNOT BE USED] A MultiMediaCard was inserted. Not compatible with the camera. Use a compatible card. [THIS MEMORY CARD IS WRITE-PROTECTED] Unlock the write-protect switch on the card. ( 16) [NO VALID PICTURE TO PLAY] Take pictures, or insert a different card already containing pictures.
  • Page 187 USB connection cable is only connected to camera. Message disappears when cable is also connected to another device. [THIS BATTERY CANNOT BE USED] Use a genuine Panasonic battery. Battery cannot be recognised as terminal is dirty. Wipe any dirt away from the battery terminal.

  • Page 188: Q&A Troubleshooting

    Q&A Troubleshooting Battery, power Camera does not work even if power is turned on. Battery is not inserted correctly ( 14), or needs recharging. LCD monitor shuts off even if power is turned on. [SLEEP MODE] is activated. ( 24) Press shutter button halfway to release.
  • Page 189 Try checking these items ( 156 - 162) first. (Restoring menu settings to default values may solve certain problems. Try using [RESET] in [SETUP] menu in Recording Mode ( 26).) Recording Cannot record pictures. REC/PLAY switch is not set to (record).
  • Page 190 Q&A (Continued) Troubleshooting Recording (continued) Brightness or colouring 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 colouring, but this is not a fault. Red banding may appear on the LCD monitor or part or the entire screen may have a reddish tint, when recording or pressing the shutter button halfway.
  • Page 191 Flash No flash emitted. Flash set to [FORCED FLASH OFF] ( 47). When set to [AUTO] , flash may not be emitted in certain conditions. Flash cannot be emitted in the [SCENERY], [PANORAMA ASSIST], [NIGHT SCENERY], [SUNSET], [HI-SPEED BURST], [STARRY SKY], [FIREWORKS], and [AERIAL PHOTO] Scene Modes, or when using [AUTO BRACKET] or [BURST].
  • Page 192 In some cases, motion pictures and pictures with audio taken by this camera cannot be played back by digital cameras from other companies, and they also cannot be played in Panasonic digital cameras (LUMIX) that were sold before July 2008.
  • Page 193 Computer does not recognise card. (When using an SDXC memory card) 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 194 Q&A (Continued) Troubleshooting Others Menu not displayed in desired language. Change [LANGUAGE] setting ( 28). Camera rattles if shaken. This sound is made by the lens movement and is not a fault. Cannot set [AUTO REVIEW]. Cannot be set when any of the following are in use: [AUTO BRACKET], [MULTI ASPECT], [BURST], [SELF PORTRAIT], [HI-SPEED BURST], and [FLASH BURST] Scene Modes, and [AUDIO REC.].

  • Page 195: 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. To avoid jitter, use a tripod and place in a stable location. (Especially when using telescopic zoom, lower shutter speeds, or self-timer) Keep the camera as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment (such as microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.).
  • Page 196 • 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 197: User License Agreement For Location Name Data

    Restrictions. before using the location names that Except where you have been specifically are stored in this product. licensed to do so by Panasonic Corporation, and without limiting the preceding paragraph, you may not (a) User License Agreement for use this Data with any products, systems,...
  • Page 198 This Data is provided to you “as is,” and PANASONIC CORPORATION AND you agree to use it at your own risk. ITS LICENSORS (INCLUDING THEIR Panasonic Corporation and its licensors LICENSORS AND SUPPLIERS) SHALL (and their licensors and suppliers) make no NOT BE LIABLE TO YOU: IN RESPECT...
  • Page 199 These terms and conditions constitute purposes other than personal use without the entire agreement between Panasonic the permission of the copyright holder. Corporation (and its licensors, including their licensors and suppliers) and you...
  • Page 200 Usage cautions and notes (Continued) Australia Copyright. Based on data provided under license from PSMA Australia Limited (www.psma.com.au). Austria © Bundesamt für Eich- und Vermessungswesen Croatia, Cyprus, Estonia, © EuroGeographics Latvia, Lithuania, Moldova, Poland, Slovenia and/or Ukraine France source: Géoroute ®...
  • Page 201 Countries and regions for which landmarks can be displayed and recorded Screen display Country or area Screen display Country or area IRELAND Republic of Ireland JAPAN Japan ALBANIA Albania ITALY Italy SAN MARINO San Marino ARGENTINA Argentina VATICAN CITY STATE Vatican City AUSTRALIA Australia...
  • Page 202 Usage cautions and notes (Continued) Screen display Country or area SWITZERLAND Switzerland LIECHTENSTEIN Liechtenstein THAILAND Thailand TURKEY Turkey UKRAINE Ukraine MACEDONIA Macedonia ENGLAND England CHANNEL ISLANDS Channel Islands ISLE OF MAN Isle of Man NORTHERN IRELAND Northern Ireland SCOTLAND Scotland WALES Wales Puerto Rico...
  • Page 203 Countries and regions with no landmark information • Some location name information is available, such as country name, region name, and city or town name. Screen display Country or area Screen display Country or area CONGO, DEMOCRATIC Democratic Republic MAYOTTE Mayotte REPUBLIC of the Congo...
  • Page 204 Usage cautions and notes (Continued) Screen display Country or area Screen display Country or area VANUATU Vanuatu BOLIVIA Bolivia MICRONESIA, ECUADOR Ecuador Federated States of FEDERATED STATES SAINT PIERRE AND Saint Pierre and Micronesia MIQUELON Miquelon AMERICAN SAMOA American Samoa COLOMBIA Colombia COOK ISLANDS...
  • Page 205 Landmark types The following points of interest, such as tourist spots and public facilities, are displayed as landmarks. • Although about 30,000 landmarks are registered for Japan and about 500,000 are registered for countries other than Japan, note that some landmarks are not registered.

  • Page 206: Recording Picture/Time Capacity

    1 h 34 min 2 h 54 min 16 GB 2 h 40 min 24 GB 32 GB 5 h 20 min 48 GB 12 h 16 h 64 GB 10 h 40 min For the DMC-TZ8/DMC-ZS5 ( 176) VQT2R48...
  • Page 207 Figures given are estimates. May vary according to conditions, card type, and subject. Recording capacities/times displayed on LCD monitor may not be reduced regularly. When the number of recordable pictures exceeds 99,999, ‘+99999’ is displayed. 11.5 M 7.5 M EZ 4.5 M EZ 2.5 M EZ 0.3 M EZ...
  • Page 208 Recording picture/time capacity Recording picture capacity (still pictures) Varies according to [ASPECT RATIO] ( 96), [PICTURE SIZE] ( 95), or [QUALITY] ( 96) settings. [ASPECT RATIO] 12 M 8 M EZ 5 M EZ 3 M EZ 0.3 M EZ [PICTURE SIZE] 4000×3000 3264×2448...
  • Page 209 Figures given are estimates. May vary according to conditions, card type, and subject. Recording capacities/times displayed on LCD monitor may not be reduced regularly. When the number of recordable pictures exceeds 99,999, ‘+99999’ is displayed. 11.5 M 7.5 M EZ 4.5 M EZ 2.5 M EZ 0.3 M EZ...
  • Page 210 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. • “AVCHD”, “AVCHD Lite” and “AVCHD”, “AVCHD Lite” logo are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation.

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