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DMC-SZ8
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  • Page 1 Owner’s Manual for advanced features Digital Camera DMC-SZ8 Model No. Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and save this manual for future use. Register online at www.panasonic.com/register VQT5G73 (U.S. customers only) F0114YD0...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Before Use Care of the camera ...................... 6 Standard Accessories....................7 Names and Functions of Main Parts................8 Preparation Charging the Battery....................10 • Inserting the Battery.....................11 • Charging ......................12 • Approximate operating time and number of recordable pictures ......15 Inserting and Removing the Card (optional) ............
  • Page 3 • Intelligent Zoom ....................48 • Digital Zoom......................48 Taking Pictures Using the Built-in Flash..............49 • Switching to the appropriate flash setting ............49 Taking Pictures with the Self-timer................53 Compensating the Exposure..................54 Taking Pictures with different image effects (Creative Control Mode)....................
  • Page 4 • [Burst] ......................... 76 • [AF Assist Lamp]....................77 • [Red-Eye Removal]..................... 78 • [Stabilizer] ......................78 • [Date Stamp] ....................... 79 Using the [Motion Picture] Menu ................80 • [Rec Quality] ....................... 80 • [Continuous AF] ....................80 Playback/Editing Various methods of playback...................
  • Page 5 [Wi-Fi Setup] Menu ....................123 Connecting to other equipment Playing Back Pictures on a TV Screen..............125 Saving still pictures and motion pictures on your PC......... 127 • Transferring images to a PC................128 Printing the Pictures ....................130 • Selecting a single picture and printing it ............131 •...

  • Page 6: Before Use

    Before Use Care of the camera Do not subject to strong vibration, shock, or pressure. • The lens, monitor, or external case may be damaged if used in the following conditions. It may also malfunction or image may not be recorded if you: –...

  • Page 7: Standard Accessories

    Before Use Standard Accessories Check that all the accessories are supplied before using the camera. • The accessories and their shape will differ depending on the country or area where the camera was purchased. For details on the accessories, refer to “Basic Owner’s Manual”. •...

  • Page 8: Names And Functions Of Main Parts

    Before Use Names and Functions of Main Parts Flash (P49) Lens (P6, 153) Self-timer indicator (P53) AF Assist Lamp (P77) Microphone • Be careful not to cover the microphone with your finger. Lens barrier Monitor (P46, 135, 153) [MODE] button (P24, Charging lamp (P12) Wi-Fi...
  • Page 9 Before Use 14 Lens barrel 15 [AV OUT/DIGITAL] socket (P12, 125, 128, 130) • This socket is also used when charging the battery. 16 Strap eyelet (P23) • To prevent dropping, be sure to attach the supplied strap and fit it to your wrist. 17 Zoom lever (P47) 18 Camera [ON/OFF] button...

  • Page 10: Preparation

    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.

  • Page 11: Inserting The Battery

    Slide the release lever in the direction of the arrow and open the card/battery door. • Always use genuine Panasonic batteries. • If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product. Being careful about the battery...

  • Page 12: Charging

    Preparation Charging • Charge the battery in areas with an ambient temperature, between 10 oC and 30 oC (50 oF and 86 oF) (same as the battery temperature), is recommended. Insert the battery into this unit. Check that this unit is turned off. A To power outlet F USB connection cable (supplied) B AC adaptor (supplied)
  • Page 13 Preparation About the charging lamp ∫ Lit red: Charging. Off: Charging has completed. (When charging is complete, disconnect the camera from the power outlet or computer.) Blinking red: Charging error. (Refer to P140 for details.) Charging time ∫ When using the AC adaptor (supplied) Charging time Approx.
  • Page 14 Otherwise, a fire and/or electric shocks may be caused by short-circuiting or the resulting heat generated. • Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one or a genuine Panasonic USB connection cable (DMW-USBC1: optional). • Do not use any other AC adaptors except the supplied one.

  • Page 15: Approximate Operating Time And Number Of Recordable Pictures

    CIPA is an abbreviation of [Camera & Imaging Products Association]. • Temperature: 23 oC (73.4 oF)/Humidity: 50%RH when monitor is on. • Using a Panasonic SD Memory Card. • Using the supplied battery. • Starting recording 30 seconds after the camera is turned on.
  • Page 16 Preparation Playback ∫ Playback time Approx. 170 min • The operating times and number of recordable pictures will differ according to the environment and the operating conditions. For example, in the following cases, the operating times will shorten and the number of recordable pictures is reduced: –...

  • Page 17: Inserting And Removing The Card (Optional)

    Inserting and Removing the Card (optional) • Check that this unit is turned off. • We recommend using a Panasonic card. Slide the release lever in the direction of the arrow and open the card/battery door. Push it securely all the way until you hear a “click”...

  • Page 18: About The Built-In Memory/The Card

    • Check that the PC and other equipment are compatible when using the SDXC Memory Cards. SDXC Memory Card http://panasonic.net/avc/sdcard/information/SDXC.html (48 GB, 64 GB) • Only the cards with capacity listed left can be used. ¢2 SD Speed Class is the speed standard regarding continuous writing. Check via the label on the card, etc.
  • Page 19 Preparation • During access (image writing, reading and deleting, formatting etc.), do not turn this unit off, remove the battery, card or disconnect the AC adaptor (supplied). Furthermore, do not subject the camera to vibration, impact or static electricity. The card or the data on the card may be damaged, and this unit may no longer operate normally.

  • Page 20: Approximate Number Of Recordable Pictures And Available Recording Time

    Preparation Approximate number of recordable pictures and available recording time About the display of the number of recordable pictures and available recording time ∫ • Switch the display (number of recordable pictures, Number of Available recording available recording time, etc.) by pressing 4. (P46) recordable pictures time...

  • Page 21: Setting Date/Time (Clock Set)

    Preparation Setting Date/Time (Clock Set) • The clock is not set when the camera is shipped. Press camera [ON/OFF] button. • If the language select screen is not displayed, proceed to step Press [MENU/SET]. Press 3/4 to select the language, and press [MENU/SET]. Press [MENU/SET].

  • Page 22: Changing The Clock Setting

    Preparation Changing the Clock Setting Select [Clock Set] on the [Setup] menu and then press [MENU/SET]. (P37) • The clock can be reset as shown in steps • The clock setting is maintained for about 7 days using the built-in clock battery even without the battery.

  • Page 23: Tips For Taking Good Pictures

    Preparation Tips for taking good pictures Fit the strap and hold the camera carefully Hold the camera gently with both hands, keep your arms still at your side and stand with your feet slightly apart. • Do not swing around or pull forcefully on the unit with the strap attached. The strap may break. •...

  • Page 24: Basic

    Basic Selecting the Recording Mode Press [MODE]. Press 3/4/2/1 to select the Recording Mode. Rec Mode Normal Picture Cancel Select Press [MENU/SET]. List of Recording Modes ∫ Intelligent Auto Mode (P25) ¦ The subjects are recorded using settings automatically selected by the camera. Normal Picture Mode (P29) The subjects are recorded using your own settings.

  • Page 25: Taking Pictures Using The Automatic Function (Intelligent Auto Mode)

    Basic Taking pictures using the automatic function (Intelligent Auto Mode) Recording Mode: The camera will set the most appropriate settings to match the subject and the recording conditions so we recommend this mode for beginners or those who want to leave the settings to the camera and take pictures easily.
  • Page 26 Basic Press the shutter button halfway to focus. • The focus indication B (green) lights when the subject is focused. • The AF area C is displayed around the subject’s face by the Face Detection function. In other cases, it is displayed at the point on the subject which is in focus.
  • Page 27 Basic Scene Detection When the camera identifies the optimum scene, the icon of the scene concerned is displayed in blue for 2 seconds, after which its color changes to the usual red. When taking pictures [i-Portrait] [i-Scenery] [i-Macro] [i-Night Portrait] ¢...

  • Page 28: Changing The Settings

    Basic Changing the settings Following menus can be set. Menu Item [Rec] [Picture Size] ¢ /[Burst] ¢ [Motion Picture] [Rec Quality] [Online Manual]/[Clock Set]/[World Time]/[Airplane Mode]/[Beep]/ [Language] [Setup] • Menu items other than those listed above are not displayed, but you can set them in other Recording Modes.

  • Page 29: Taking Pictures With Your Favorite Settings (Normal Picture Mode)

    Basic Taking pictures with your favorite settings (Normal Picture Mode) Recording Mode: The camera automatically sets the shutter speed and the aperture value according to the brightness of the subject. You can take pictures with greater freedom by changing various settings in the [Rec] menu. Press [MODE].

  • Page 30: Focusing

    Basic Focusing Aim the AF area at the subject, and then press the shutter button halfway. F3.1 F3.1 F3.1 1/60 1/60 1/60 When the subject is not Focus When the subject is focused focused Focus indication A Blinks AF area B White>Green White>Red Sound...
  • Page 31 Basic When the subject is not in focus (such as when it is not in the center of the ∫ composition of the picture you want to take) Aim the AF area at the subject, and press the shutter button half way to fix the focus and exposure.

  • Page 32: Recording Motion Pictures

    Basic Recording Motion Pictures Applicable modes: This unit can record motion pictures in QuickTime Motion JPEG format. Start recording by pressing the motion picture button. A Available recording time B Elapsed recording time R1m07s R1m07s R1m07s • You can record motion pictures fitting each Recording Mode. •...
  • Page 33 Basic • Depending on the type of the card, the card access indication may appear for a while after recording motion pictures. This is not a malfunction. • The screen may be blacked out momentarily, or the unit may record noise due to static electricity or electromagnetic waves etc.

  • Page 34: Playing Back

    Basic Playing Back Press [(]. Press 2/1 to select pictures. A File number 100-0001 100-0001 100-0001 B Picture number • If you press and hold 2/1, you can play back the pictures in succession. • Speed of picture Forwarding/Rewinding changes depending on the playback status.

  • Page 35: Displaying Multiple Screens (Multi Playback)

    Basic • When the camera is turned off, press and hold [(]. If you turn it on this way, the playback screen will be displayed automatically. (If too many images are stored in the card, it may take a while for the camera to turn on.) •...

  • Page 36: Deleting Pictures

    Basic Deleting Pictures Once deleted, pictures cannot be recovered. • Pictures on the built-in memory or the card that are being played back will be deleted. • Pictures that are not in the DCF standard or those that are protected cannot be deleted. To delete a single picture Select the picture to be deleted, and then press [ ].

  • Page 37: Setting The Menu

    Basic Setting the Menu The camera comes with menus that allow you to choose the settings for taking pictures and playing them back just as you like and menus that enable you to have more fun with the camera and use it more easily. In particular, the [Setup] menu contains some important settings relating to the camera’s clock and power.
  • Page 38 Basic Press 3/4 to select the menu item and then press [MENU/SET]. Picture Size A Menu screen page Sensitivity AUTO White Balance • It will switch to the next page when you reach the bottom. AF Mode (It will also switch by rotating the zoom lever) Select auto focus mode Cancel Select...

  • Page 39: Using The Quick Menu

    Basic Using the Quick Menu By using the Quick Menu, some of the menu settings can be easily found. • The features that can be adjusted using Quick Menu are determined by the mode or a display style the camera is in. Press [Q.MENU] when recording.

  • Page 40: About The Setup Menu

    Basic About the Setup Menu For details on how to select the [Setup] menu settings, refer to P37. • [Clock Set], [Economy] and [Auto Review] are important items. Check their settings before using them. • In Intelligent Auto Mode, only [Online Manual], [Clock Set], [World Time], [Airplane Mode], [Beep], [Language] can be set.
  • Page 41 Basic Restricts Wi-Fi settings. [ON]: Wi-Fi functions cannot be used. [Airplane Mode] [OFF] • When you bring the camera on an airplane or to a hospital, etc., set [Airplane Mode] to [ON], and turn off the camera because electromagnetic waves, etc. emitted by the camera may interfere with gauges. This allows you to set the beep and shutter sound.
  • Page 42 Basic These menu settings make it easier to see the monitor when you are in bright places or when you are holding the camera high above your head. ¢ [„] ([Auto Power Monitor]) The brightness is adjusted automatically depending on how bright it is around the camera.
  • Page 43 Basic The camera is automatically turned off if the camera has not been used for the time selected on the setting. Also, the battery life is conserved by dimming the monitor. p [Auto Power Off]: The camera is automatically turned off if the camera has not been used for the time selected on the setting.
  • Page 44 Basic Set the length of time that the picture is displayed after taking the still picture. [1 SEC.] [2 SEC.] o [Auto Review] [HOLD]: The pictures are displayed until one of the buttons is pressed. [OFF] • [Auto Review] does not work when recording motion pictures. When you turn off the camera or switch the Recording Mode, the [Exposure Comp.

  • Page 45: Video Out

    If the card has been formatted on a PC or other equipment, format it on the camera again. • It may take longer to format the built-in memory than the card. • If the card cannot be formatted, please try another card before contacting Panasonic. Set the language displayed on the screen. ~ [Language] •...

  • Page 46: Recording

    Recording About the Monitor Press 4 to change. • During motion picture playback, panorama playback or a slide show, you can only select “Normal Display” or “No Display”. In Recording Mode Normal display Normal display No display Recording guideline R1m10s 1 Number of recordable pictures 2 Available recording time In Playback Mode...

  • Page 47: Using The Zoom

    Recording Using the Zoom Applicable modes: You can zoom in to make people and objects appear closer or zoom out to record landscapes in wide angle. To make subjects appear further away use (Wide) Rotate the zoom lever towards Wide. To make subjects appear closer use (Tele) Rotate the zoom lever towards Tele.

  • Page 48: Extended Optical Zoom (Ez)

    Recording Extended Optical Zoom (EZ) This function works when any of the picture sizes (P69) indicated with is selected. You can zoom in further than you can with the Optical Zoom without deteriorating the image quality. Maximum magnification: 27k (This includes the optical zoom magnification. The magnification level differs depending on [Picture Size] setting.) •...

  • Page 49: Taking Pictures Using The Built-In Flash

    Recording Taking Pictures Using the Built-in Flash Applicable modes: Flash Do not cover it with your fingers or other objects. Switching to the appropriate flash setting Set the flash to match the recording. Press 1 [‰]. - 49 -...
  • Page 50 Recording Press 3/4 to select the setting and then press [MENU/SET]. Settings Description of settings [‡] ([Auto]) The flash is automatically activated when the recording conditions make it necessary. ¢1 ([iAuto]) The flash is automatically activated when the recording conditions make it necessary. It is activated once before the actual recording to reduce the red-eye phenomenon (eyes of the subject appearing red in ] ([Auto/Red-Eye])
  • Page 51 Recording Available Flash Settings in Recording Mode ∫ The available flash settings depend on the Recording Mode. (±: Available, —: Not available, ¥: Scene Mode initial setting) ‡ ‰ Œ ¢ — — — ± ± ± ± ± — ±...
  • Page 52 Recording The available flash range (approximation) ∫ Wide Tele [AUTO] in 60 cm (2.0 feet) to 5.2 m (17 feet) 1.5 m (4.9 feet) to 2.6 m (8.5 feet) [Sensitivity] Shutter speed for each flash setting ∫ Flash setting Shutter speed (Sec.) Flash setting Shutter speed (Sec.) ‡...

  • Page 53: Taking Pictures With The Self-Timer

    Recording Taking Pictures with the Self-timer Applicable modes: Press 2 [ë]. Press 3/4 to select the setting and then press [MENU/SET]. Settings Description of settings ([10sec.]) Picture is taken 10 seconds after shutter is pressed. Picture is taken 2 seconds after shutter is pressed. •...

  • Page 54: Compensating The Exposure

    Recording Compensating the Exposure Applicable modes: Use this function when you cannot achieve appropriate exposure due to the difference in brightness between the subject and the background. Underexposed Properly exposed Overexposed Compensate the exposure Compensate the exposure towards positive. towards negative. Press 3 [È] to display [Exposure Comp.].

  • Page 55: Taking Pictures With Different Image Effects (Creative Control Mode)

    Recording Taking Pictures with different image effects (Creative Control Mode) Recording Mode: This mode allows you to add any of 15 types of effects before recording. You can set the effects to add by selecting example images and checking them on the screen. Press [MODE].

  • Page 56: [Expressive]

    Recording For details on how to select the “Creative Control Mode” settings, refer to P55. ¢ These pictures are examples to show the effect. [Expressive] This effect emphasizes the color to make a pop art picture. [Retro] This effect gives a faded image. [Old Days] This effect adds a bright, soft and nostalgic feel to the overall image.

  • Page 57: [Low Key]

    Recording [Low Key] This effect adds a dark and relaxing feel to the overall image and enhances bright parts. [Sepia] This effect creates a sepia image. [Dynamic Monochrome] This effect gives a higher contrast to create an impressive black and white picture.

  • Page 58: [High Dynamic]

    Recording [High Dynamic] This effect produces the optimum brightness for both dark and bright parts. [Cross Process] This effect gives your photo a dramatic color look. Items that can be set Color Green tone/Blue tone/Yellow tone/Red tone • Press 2/1 to select the color to enhance, and press [MENU/SET].

  • Page 59: [Miniature Effect]

    Recording [Miniature Effect] This effect blurs peripheral areas to give the impression of a diorama. Items that can be set Direction of the blur Horizontal/Vertical • Press 2/1 to select the direction of the blur, and press [MENU/SET]. • Display of the recording screen will be delayed more than usual and the screen will look as if frames are being dropped.

  • Page 60: [Star Filter]

    Recording [Star Filter] This effect transforms pin-points of light into a star effect. • Display of the recording screen will be delayed more than usual and the screen will look as if frames are dropping. [One Point Color] This effect leaves one selected color to emphasize impressiveness. Set the color to leave in ∫...

  • Page 61: Taking Panorama Pictures (Panorama Shot Mode)

    Recording Taking panorama pictures (Panorama Shot Mode) Recording Mode: Pictures are recorded continuously while moving the camera horizontally or vertically, and are combined to make a single panorama picture. This mode allows you to add any of 13 types of effects before recording. Press [MODE].
  • Page 62 Recording Press the shutter button fully and record a picture while moving the camera in a small circle in the direction selected in Step Recording from left to right Trace a half-circle with the camera, taking about 4 seconds. • Move the camera at a constant speed.
  • Page 63 Recording • The zoom position is fixed to Wide. • [Stabilizer] is fixed to [OFF]. • The focus, White Balance, and exposure are fixed at the optimum values for the first picture. As a result, if the focus or brightness changes substantially during recording, the entire panorama picture may not be recorded at the suitable focus or brightness.

  • Page 64: Taking Pictures That Match The Scene Being Recorded (Scene Mode)

    Recording Taking pictures that match the scene being recorded (Scene Mode) Recording Mode: You can select any of 15 types of Scene Modes according to the subject and scene. Press [MODE]. Press 3/4/2/1 to select [Scene Mode], and then press [MENU/SET]. Press 3/4/2/1 to select the Scene Mode and then Scene Mode press [MENU/SET].

  • Page 65: [Portrait]

    Recording [Portrait] When taking pictures of people outdoors during the daytime, this mode allows you to improve the appearance and make their skin tones look healthier. Technique for Portrait Mode ∫ To make this mode more effective: 1 Rotate the zoom lever as far as possible to Tele. 2 Move close to the subject to make this mode more effective.

  • Page 66: [Night Portrait]

    Recording [Night Portrait] This allows you to take pictures of a person and the background with near real-life brightness. • Use the flash. (You can set to [ • Ask the subject not to move while taking a picture. • We recommend using a tripod and the Self-timer for taking pictures.

  • Page 67: [Baby1]/[Baby2]

    Recording [Baby1]/[Baby2] This takes pictures of a baby with a healthy complexion. It is possible to set different birthdays for [Baby1] and [Baby2]. You can display those during playback. Birthday setting ∫ Press 3/4 to select [Age] and then press [MENU/SET]. Press 3/4 to select [SET] and then press [MENU/SET].

  • Page 68: [Starry Sky]

    Recording [Starry Sky] This mode allows you to take vivid pictures of a starry sky or a dark subject. Setting the shutter speed ∫ Select a shutter speed of [15 sec.], [30 sec.] or [60 sec.]. • Press the shutter button fully to display the countdown screen. Do not move the camera after this screen is displayed.

  • Page 69: Using The [Rec] Menu

    Recording Using the [Rec] Menu For details on [Rec] menu settings, refer to P37. [Picture Size] Applicable modes: Set the number of pixels. The higher the numbers of pixels, the finer the detail of the pictures will appear even when they are printed onto large sheets.

  • Page 70: [Sensitivity]

    Recording [Sensitivity] Applicable modes: This allows the Sensitivity to light (ISO sensitivity) to be set. Setting to a higher figure enables pictures to be taken even in dark places without the resulting pictures coming out dark. Settings Description of settings The ISO sensitivity is automatically adjusted according to the [AUTO] brightness.

  • Page 71: [White Balance]

    Recording [White Balance] Applicable modes: In sunlight, under incandescent lights or in other such conditions where the color of white takes on a reddish or bluish tinge, this item adjusts to the color of white which is closest to what is seen by the eye in accordance with the light source.
  • Page 72 Recording Auto White Balance ∫ Depending on the conditions prevailing when pictures are taken, the pictures may take on a reddish or bluish tinge. Furthermore, when a multiple number of light sources are being used or there is nothing with a color close to white, Auto White Balance may not function properly. In this case, set the White Balance to a mode other than [AWB].

  • Page 73: [Af Mode]

    Recording [AF Mode] Applicable modes: This allows the focusing method that suits the positions and number of the subjects to be selected. Settings Description of settings The camera automatically detects the person’s face. (max. 12 areas) ([Face [š] The focus and exposure can then be adjusted to fit that face no matter Detection]) what portion of the picture it is in.
  • Page 74 Recording About [š] ([Face Detection]) ∫ The following AF area frames are displayed when the camera detects the faces. Yellow: When the shutter button is pressed halfway, the frame turns green when the camera is focused. White: Displayed when more than one face is detected. Other faces that are the same distance away as the faces within the yellow AF areas are also brought into focus.

  • Page 75: [I.exposure]

    Recording [i.Exposure] Applicable modes: Contrast and exposure will be adjusted automatically when there is a big difference in brightness between the background and subject, to bring the image close to real life. Settings: [ON]/[OFF] • Compensation effect may not be achieved depending on the conditions. [i.Zoom] Applicable modes: Zoom magnification can be increased while minimizing deterioration of the image quality.

  • Page 76: [Burst]

    Recording [Burst] Applicable modes: Pictures are taken continuously while the shutter button is pressed. Maximum recordable Settings Description of settings pictures (pictures) Burst speed approx. 1.2 pictures/second Approx. • The burst speed becomes slower halfway. [˜] ([Burst On]) 200 pictures ¢...

  • Page 77: [Af Assist Lamp]

    Recording • Depending on the operating conditions, it may take time to take the next picture if you repeat the recording of pictures. • It may take time to save pictures taken in Burst Mode on the card. If you take pictures continuously while saving, the maximum number of recordable pictures decreases.

  • Page 78: [Red-Eye Removal]

    Recording [Red-Eye Removal] Applicable modes: When Red-Eye Reduction ([ ], [ ]) is selected, Red-Eye Removal is performed whenever the flash is used. The camera automatically detects red-eye and corrects the picture. Settings: [ON]/[OFF] • This function works only when the camera detects a face. •...

  • Page 79: [Date Stamp]

    Recording [Date Stamp] Applicable modes: You can take a picture with date and time of recording. Settings Description of settings [W/O TIME] Stamp the year, month, and day. [WITH TIME] Stamp the year, month, day, hour, and minutes. [OFF] — •...

  • Page 80: Using The [Motion Picture] Menu

    Recording Using the [Motion Picture] Menu For details on [Motion Picture] menu settings, refer to P37. • The [Motion Picture] menu is not displayed in the following cases. – [Soft Focus]/[Star Filter] (Creative Control Mode) [Rec Quality] Applicable modes: This sets up the picture quality of motion pictures. Settings Picture size Aspect ratio...

  • Page 81: Playback/Editing

    Playback/Editing Various methods of playback You can play back the recorded pictures in various methods. Press [(]. Press [MODE]. Press 3/4/2/1 to select item, and then press [MENU/SET]. • Following items can be selected. ] ([Normal Play]) (P34) ] ([Slide Show]) (P82) ] ([Category Selection]) (P84)

  • Page 82: [Slide Show]

    Playback/Editing [Slide Show] You can play back the pictures you have taken in sequence at specified intervals. This playback method is recommended when you have connected the camera to a TV set to view the pictures you have taken. Slide Show Select the group to play back by pressing 3/4, and Category Selection then press [MENU/SET].
  • Page 83 Playback/Editing Changing the slide show settings ∫ You can change the settings for Slide Show Playback by selecting [Effect] All Slide Show or [Setup] on the slide show menu screen. Start Effect [Effect] Setup Screen effects can be added to picture transitions. Select screen effect [ON]/[OFF] Select...

  • Page 84: [Category Selection]

    Playback/Editing [Category Selection] This mode allows you to search images by Scene Mode or other categories (such as [Portrait], [Scenery] or [Night Scenery]) and sort the pictures into each of the categories. You can then play back the pictures in each category. Press 3/4/2/1 to select the category and then press [MENU/SET] to set.

  • Page 85: [Calendar]

    Playback/Editing [Calendar] You can search for images by recorded date. Press 3/4/2/1 to select the date you want to search. 1/52 Press [MENU/SET] to display a list of pictures. • Pictures are displayed with Multi Playback (30 screens). The cursor appears on the picture at the beginning of the selected date.

  • Page 86: Having Fun With Recorded Pictures ([Creative Retouch])

    Playback/Editing Having Fun with Recorded Pictures ([Creative Retouch]) You can add your desired effects to the pictures that you have taken. • The processed pictures are newly generated, so be sure that you have enough space in the built-in memory or on the card. Note also that processing will not be possible if the Write-Protect switch of the card is in the [LOCK] position.

  • Page 87: Using The [Playback] Menu

    Playback/Editing Using the [Playback] Menu For details on [Playback] menu settings, refer to P37. You can perform actions like cropping recorded pictures, as well as set up the protection of recorded images, etc. • With [Retouch], [Resize] or [Cropping], a new edited picture is created. A new picture cannot be created if there is no free space on the built-in memory or the card so we recommend checking that there is free space and then editing the picture.

  • Page 88: [Creative Retouch]

    Playback/Editing To delete the received location information ∫ Select [Location Logging] on the [Playback] menu. Press 3/4 to select [Delete Location Data] and then press [MENU/SET]. Press 3/4 to select the period you want to delete, then press [MENU/SET]. • Confirmation screen is displayed.

  • Page 89: [Resize]

    Playback/Editing [Resize] To allow easy posting to web pages, attachment to email etc., picture size (number of pixels) is reduced. Select [Resize] on the [Playback] menu. Press 3/4 to select [SINGLE] or [MULTI] and then press [MENU/SET]. Select the picture and size. [SINGLE] setting Press 2/1 to select the picture, and then press [MENU/ SET].

  • Page 90: [Cropping]

    Playback/Editing [Cropping] You can enlarge and then clip the important part of the recorded picture. Select [Cropping] on the [Playback] menu. Press 2/1 to select the picture, and then press [MENU/SET]. Use the zoom lever and press 3/4/2/1 to select the parts to be cropped.

  • Page 91: [Protect]

    Playback/Editing [Protect] You can set protection for pictures you do not want to be deleted by mistake. Select [Protect] on the [Playback] menu. Press 3/4 to select [SINGLE] or [MULTI] and then press [MENU/SET]. Select the picture, and then press [SINGLE] [MULTI] [MENU/SET].

  • Page 92: [Copy]

    Playback/Editing [Copy] You can copy the data of the pictures you have taken from the built-in memory to a card or from a card to the built-in memory. Select [Copy] on the [Playback] menu. Press 3/4 to select the copy destination and then press [MENU/SET]. ] ([IN>SD]): All the picture data in the built-in memory are copied onto the card at one time.

  • Page 93: Wi-Fi

    LAN devices, ensure that the appropriate measures are taken for safety designs and defects for the systems used. Panasonic will not take any responsibility for any damage that arises when using the camera for any purpose other than as a wireless LAN device.
  • Page 94 Wi-Fi About the Wi-Fi connection lamp ∫ Lit blue: The Wi-Fi connection is on standby Blinking blue: Sending/receiving data through the Wi-Fi connection About the [Wi-Fi] button ∫ (When connecting to a smartphone/tablet) Press and hold [Wi-Fi], and release it after the Wi-Fi connection lamp lights up.

  • Page 95: What You Can Do With The Wi-Fi Function

    Wi-Fi What you can do with the Wi-Fi function Controlling with a Smartphone/Tablet Recording images remotely with a smartphone (P101) Playing back pictures in the camera (P101) Saving images stored in the camera (P102) Sending acquired location information to the camera (P102) When sending images to PC Sending an image each time a recording is made...

  • Page 96: Controlling With A Smartphone/Tablet

    Controlling with a Smartphone/Tablet Using a smartphone/tablet, you can record images on the camera and save them. You need to install “Panasonic Image App” (referred to as “Image App” from this point on) on your smartphone/tablet. Installing the smartphone/tablet app “Image App”...

  • Page 97: Connecting To A Smartphone/Tablet

    Wi-Fi Connecting to a smartphone/tablet By pressing and holding [Wi-Fi], you can easily connect the camera to a smartphone or tablet. Preparations: • Install the “Image App” in advance. (P96) Press and hold [Wi-Fi], and release it after the Wi-Fi connection lamp lights up.
  • Page 98 If the smartphone is locked with a passcode, enter the IMAGE APP passcode to unlock the smartphone. Panasonic Corporation 5 Press the home button to close the browser. 6 Turn on the Wi-Fi function in the setting menu of the smartphone/tablet.
  • Page 99 Wi-Fi When using an SSID and password to set up a connection 1 Turn on the Wi-Fi function in the setting menu of the smartphone/tablet. 2 Select the SSID displayed on the screen of the camera. Wi-Fi 0123456789ABC 3 Enter the password displayed on the screen of the camera. (Only when connecting for the first time) 4 Start “Image App”.
  • Page 100 Wi-Fi Changing the connection method ∫ To change the connection method, press Please set on your smartphone Select connection method 2, and then select the connection method. Please scan the QR code using "Image App", Connect to the Via Network network (AP) or enter the password into Wi-Fi settings Direct...

  • Page 101: Taking Pictures Via A Smartphone/Tablet (Remote Recording)

    Wi-Fi Taking pictures via a smartphone/tablet (remote recording) Connect to a smartphone/tablet. (P97) Operate the smartphone/tablet. 1 Select [ 2 Operate the zoom to decide on the composition. 3 Release the shutter. • The recorded images are saved in the camera. •...

  • Page 102: Saving Images Stored In The Camera

    Wi-Fi Saving images stored in the camera Connect to a smartphone/tablet. (P97) Operate the smartphone/tablet. 1 Select [  2 Press and hold an image, and drag it to save it on the smartphone/tablet. • Motion pictures cannot be saved. Sending location information to the camera from a smartphone/tablet You can acquire location information from a smartphone/tablet, and write it on images afterwards.

  • Page 103: Sending Images To A Smartphone/Tablet By Controlling The Camera

    Wi-Fi Sending images to a smartphone/tablet by controlling the camera Methods for sending and images that can be sent ∫ JPEG Motion JPEG Sending an image each time a recording is made — ± ([Send Images While Recording]) Sending selected images —...
  • Page 104 Wi-Fi Sending an image each time a recording is made ([Send Images While Recording]) Press [Wi-Fi]. Press 3/4/2/1 to select [New Connection], and then press [MENU/SET]. Press 3/4 to select [Send Images While Recording], and then Select a function press [MENU/SET]. Remote Shooting &...
  • Page 105 Wi-Fi Sending selected images ([Send Images Stored in the Camera]) Press [Wi-Fi]. Press 3/4/2/1 to select [New Connection], and then press [MENU/SET]. Press 3/4 to select [Send Images Stored in the Camera], and Select a function then press [MENU/SET]. Remote Shooting & View Send Images While Recording Press 3/4 to select [Smartphone], and then press [MENU/SET].
  • Page 106 Wi-Fi Press 3/4 to select [SINGLE] or [MULTI] and then press [MENU/SET]. • To change the setting or disconnect, press [Wi-Fi]. (P94) [SINGLE] setting 1 Press 2/1 to select the picture. 2 Press [MENU/SET]. [MULTI] setting 1 Press 3/4/2/1 to select the picture, and then press [MENU/SET].

  • Page 107: When Sending Images To Pc

    Wi-Fi When sending images to PC You can send pictures and motion pictures recorded with this unit to a PC. You can also set this unit so that images on it are transferred automatically while it is being charged. (Smart Transfer) (P110) Methods for sending and images that can be sent ∫...
  • Page 108 Wi-Fi To create a folder that receives images • Create a PC user account [account name (up to 254 characters) and password (up to 32 characters)] consisting of alphanumeric characters. An attempt to create a receive folder may fail if the account includes non-alphanumeric characters. •...
  • Page 109 Wi-Fi Sending selected images ([Send Images Stored in the Camera]) Press [Wi-Fi]. Press 3/4/2/1 to select [New Connection], and then press [MENU/SET]. Press 3/4 to select [Send Images Stored in the Camera], and then press [MENU/ SET]. Press 3/4 to select [PC], and then press [MENU/SET]. Press 3/4 to select [Via Network] or [Direct], and then press [MENU/SET].

  • Page 110: To Transfer Images Automatically ([Smart Transfer])

    Panasonic assumes no responsibility for any damages caused by uploaded images. • Panasonic assumes no responsibility for any damages caused by the use of [Smart Transfer]. • When you bring the camera on an airplane or to a hospital, etc., set [Airplane Mode] to [ON], and turn off the camera because electromagnetic waves, etc.

  • Page 111: Configuring [Smart Transfer]

    Wi-Fi Configuring [Smart Transfer] When using Smart Transfer for the first time, follow the steps below to set it up. From the next time on, you can change the settings from [Set Destination] (P113). Select [Wi-Fi Setup] in the [Wi-Fi] menu, and press [MENU/SET]. (P37) Press 3/4 to select [Smart Transfer], and press [MENU/SET].

  • Page 112: Transferring Automatically

    Wi-Fi Transferring automatically You can transfer images while charging the camera. Preparation: Configure [Smart Transfer] in advance. (P111) Turn off the camera. (When using a power outlet) Connect the AC adaptor (supplied) and this camera with the USB connection cable (supplied), and insert the AC adaptor (supplied) into the power outlet.

  • Page 113: [Set Destination]

    Wi-Fi [Set Destination] Changing the transfer destination or settings of images. Select [Wi-Fi Setup] in the [Wi-Fi] menu, and press [MENU/SET]. (P37) Press 3/4 to select [Smart Transfer], and press [MENU/SET]. Press 3/4 to select [Set Destination], and press [MENU/SET]. Press 3/4 to select the item, and press [MENU/SET].

  • Page 114: About Connections

    Wi-Fi About Connections You can select a connection method after selecting a Wi-Fi function and a destination. Performing a direct connection is convenient for when you are in a place away from home where wireless access points are not available or for when connecting temporarily to a device you do not usually use.

  • Page 115: Connecting From Your House (Via The Network)

    Wi-Fi Connecting from your house (via the network) You can select the method for connecting to a wireless access point. Select connection method ¢ WPS refers to a function that allows you to easily configure the settings Use button on WPS (Push-Button) the WPS device WPS (PIN code)
  • Page 116 Wi-Fi If you are not sure about the WPS compatibility (connecting by [From List]) Search for available wireless access points. • Confirm encryption key of the selected wireless access point if the network authentication is encrypted. • When connecting by [Manual Input], confirm SSID, encryption type, encryption key of the wireless access point you are using.

  • Page 117: Entering Text

    Wi-Fi Entering Text ∫ When a screen that looks like the one on the right is displayed, you can enter characters. & (Only alphabetical characters and symbols can be entered.) PQRS WXYZ Delete Delete Cancel Select Input Press 3/4/2/1 to select text and then press [MENU/SET] to register. •...

  • Page 118: Connecting From A Location Away From Your House (Direct Connection)

    Wi-Fi Connecting from a location away from your house (direct connection) You can select the method for connecting to the device you are using. Select connection method Choose the connection method supported by your device, such as a Connect to WPS Connection the WPS device Manual Connection...

  • Page 119: Connecting Quickly With The Same Settings As The Previous Ones ([History Connection]/[Favorite Connection])

    Wi-Fi Connecting quickly with the same settings as the previous ones ([History Connection]/[Favorite Connection]) When the Wi-Fi function is used, a record is saved in the history. You can register records as favorites. Connecting from the history or favorites allows you to easily connect with the same settings as the previous ones.
  • Page 120 Wi-Fi Editing the items registered to favorites Press [Wi-Fi]. Press 3/4/2/1 to select [Favorite Connection], and then press [MENU/SET]. Select the favorite item you want to edit with 3/4, and then press 1. Press 3/4 to select the item, and press [MENU/SET]. Item Description of settings [Remove from Favorite]...

  • Page 121: About Settings For Sending Images

    Wi-Fi About settings for sending images To send images, select [New Connection] , and select the method for sending them. Even after completing the connection, you can still change the size of the images to be sent. Select a function Remote Shooting &...

  • Page 122: Changing The Settings For Sending Images

    Wi-Fi Send Images While Recording A picture can be automatically sent to a specified device every time you take it. • Since the camera gives priority to recording, sending may take longer during the recording. • When connected with [Send Images While Recording], [ ] is displayed on the recording screen, and [ ] is displayed while sending a file.

  • Page 123: [Wi-Fi Setup] Menu

    Wi-Fi [Wi-Fi Setup] Menu For details on how to select the [Wi-Fi] menu settings, refer to P37. Configure the settings required for the Wi-Fi function. [Wi-Fi Setup] cannot be changed when connected to Wi-Fi. Select [Wi-Fi Setup] in the [Wi-Fi] menu, and press [MENU/SET]. Press 3/4 to select item, and press [MENU/SET].
  • Page 124 Wi-Fi To prevent incorrect operation or use of the Wi-Fi function by a third party and to protect saved personal information, it is recommended that you protect the Wi-Fi function with a password. Setting a password will automatically display the password input screen when the Wi-Fi function is used.

  • Page 125: Connecting To Other Equipment

    Check the directions of the connectors, and plug them straight in or unplug them straight out. (Otherwise the connectors may bend out of shape, which may cause malfunction.) • Always use a genuine Panasonic AV cable (DMW-AVC1: optional). A Yellow: to the video input socket C AV cable (optional) B White: to the audio input socket D Align the marks, and insert.
  • Page 126 Connecting to other equipment The recorded still pictures can be played back on a TV with an SD Memory Card slot. • Depending on the TV model, pictures may not be displayed on the full screen. • The file format of the motion pictures that can be played back differs depending on the TV model. •...

  • Page 127: Saving Still Pictures And Motion Pictures On Your Pc

    (Doing so will cause recorded images to be erased so do not choose to format.) If the card is not recognized, please refer to the below support site. http://panasonic.net/avc/sdcard/information/SDXC.html PC that can be used (OS) ∫...

  • Page 128: Transferring Images To A Pc

    (Otherwise the connectors may bend out of shape, which may cause malfunction.) • Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one or a genuine Panasonic USB connection cable (DMW-USBC1: optional). A USB connection cable (supplied) B Align the marks, and insert.
  • Page 129 Connecting to other equipment About the folder structure of the camera ∫ The content (folder structure) of the built-in memory of the camera/the card is displayed on a PC as follows: • Built-in Memory • Card DCIM: Images 1 Folder number DCIM 2 File number 100_PANA...

  • Page 130: Printing The Pictures

    (Otherwise the connectors may bend out of shape, which may cause malfunction.) • Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one or a genuine Panasonic USB connection cable (DMW-USBC1: optional). A USB connection cable (supplied) B Align the marks, and insert.

  • Page 131: Selecting A Single Picture And Printing It

    Connecting to other equipment Selecting a single picture and printing it PictBridge PictBridge PictBridge Press 2/1 to select the picture and then press [MENU/ SET]. Press 3 to select [Print start] and then press [MENU/ SET]. • Refer to P132 for the items which can be set before starting to print the pictures.

  • Page 132: Print Settings

    Connecting to other equipment Print Settings Select and set the items both on the screen in step of the “Selecting a single picture and printing it” and in step of the “Selecting multiple pictures and printing them” procedures. • When you want to print pictures in a paper size or a layout which is not supported by the camera, set [Paper Size] or [Page Layout] to [{] and then set the paper size or the layout on the printer.
  • Page 133 Connecting to other equipment [Paper Size] Settings on the printer are prioritized. [L/3.5qk5q] 89 mmk127 mm [2L/5qk7q] 127 mmk178 mm [POSTCARD] 100 mmk148 mm [16:9] 101.6 mmk180.6 mm [A4] 210 mmk297 mm [A3] 297 mmk420 mm [10k15cm] 100 mmk150 mm [4qk6q] 101.6 mmk152.4 mm [8qk10q]...
  • Page 134 Connecting to other equipment [Page Layout] (Layouts for printing that can be set with this unit) Settings on the printer are prioritized. 1 picture with no frame on 1 page á 1 picture with a frame on 1 page â 2 pictures on 1 page ã...

  • Page 135: Screen Display

    Others Screen Display In recording ∫ 3s 3s 3s F3.1 F3.1 F3.1 1/60 1/60 1/60 16 15 Recording Mode 16 Exposure compensation (P54) Recording Quality (P80) 17 Age (P67) Picture Size (P69) Current date and time Flash (P49) World Time (P40): “ Optical Image Stabilizer (P78) Zoom (P47):...
  • Page 136 Others In playback ∫ 100 0001 100 0001 0001 Playback Mode (P81) 10 Recorded date and time Protected picture (P91) World Time (P40): “ Date stamped display (P79) Recording information (P46) After Creative Retouch (P86) (P67) Picture Size (P69) 11 Power Monitor (P42) Battery indication (P13)

  • Page 137: Message Display

    [Please turn camera off and then on again]/[System Error] • This is displayed when the lens has stopped operating normally due to being pressed on by a hand etc. Turn the camera off and on. If the message persists, contact the dealer or Panasonic. - 137 -...
  • Page 138 (P45) [This battery cannot be used] • Use a genuine Panasonic battery. If this message is displayed even when a genuine Panasonic battery is used, contact the dealer or Panasonic. • If the battery terminal is dirty, clean it and remove any objects.
  • Page 139 Others [Failed to connect wireless access point]/[Connection failed]/[No destination found] • Check following regarding the wireless access point. – The wireless access point information set on this unit is wrong. Check the authentication type, encryption type, and encryption key. (P116) –...

  • Page 140: Troubleshooting

    Others Troubleshooting First, try out the following procedures (P140–151). If the problem is not resolved, it may be improved by selecting [Reset] (P44) on the [Setup] menu. Battery and power source The charging lamp blinks. • This phenomenon occurs when charging in a location where the temperature is very high or very low.
  • Page 141 Others Recording The picture cannot be recorded. • Is there any memory remaining on the built-in memory or the card? > Delete the pictures which are not necessary to increase available space in the memory. (P36) • You may not be able to record for a short while after turning this unit on when using a large capacity card.
  • Page 142 Others The recorded picture looks rough. Noise appears on the picture. • Is the ISO sensitivity high or the shutter speed slow? (ISO sensitivity is set to [AUTO] when the camera is shipped. Therefore, when taking pictures indoors etc. noise will appear.) >...
  • Page 143 Others Recording by Panorama Shot Mode is ended before finishing. • If the camera is moved too slowly, the camera assumes that camera motion was stopped and ends the still picture recording. • If there is a lot of camera shake in the recording direction while moving the camera, recording ends. >...
  • Page 144 Others Flash The flash is not activated. • Is the flash setting set to [Œ]? > Change the flash setting. (P49) • The flash cannot be used in the following cases: – Creative Control Mode (P55) – Panorama Shot Mode (P61) –...
  • Page 145 Others With a Calendar Search, pictures display dates differing from the actual dates on which the pictures were taken. • Is the clock in the camera set properly? (P21) • When pictures edited using a PC or pictures taken by other equipment are searched, they may display dates differing from the actual dates on which the pictures were taken.
  • Page 146 Others About the Wi-Fi function A Wi-Fi connection cannot be established. Radio waves get disconnected. Wireless access point is not displayed. (General tips for using a Wi-Fi connection) • Try [Reset Wi-Fi Settings] in the [Setup] menu. • Use within the communication range of the device to be connected. •...
  • Page 147 Others It takes long time every time to connect to a smartphone/tablet. • It may take longer time to connect depending on the Wi-Fi connection setting of the smartphone/ tablet, but it is not a malfunction. This unit is not displayed in the Wi-Fi setting screen of the smartphone/tablet. •...
  • Page 148 Others Transmission of the image fails midway. • Is the size of the image too large? > Reduce the size of the still picture, then transmit (P113, 122). > Image cannot be transmitted when the battery indicator is flashing red. Motion picture cannot be transmitted.
  • Page 149 The card is not recognized by the PC. (SDXC memory card is used) • Check if your PC is compatible with SDXC memory cards. http://panasonic.net/avc/sdcard/information/SDXC.html • A message prompting to format the card may be displayed when connecting, but do not format. •...
  • Page 150 Others The ends of the pictures are cut at printing. • When using a printer with a Cropping or borderless printing function, cancel this function before printing. (For details, refer to the operating instructions for the printer.) • When you order photo studios to print pictures, ask the photo studio if the 16:9 pictures can be printed.
  • Page 151 Others When pictures are taken using the zoom, they are slightly distorted and the areas around the subject contain colors which are not actually present. • It is possible that the subject may be warped slightly, or the borders get colored, depending on the zoom magnification, due to the characteristics of the lens, but this is not a malfunction.

  • Page 152: Cautions For Use

    Others Cautions for Use Optimal use of the camera Keep this unit as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment (such as microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.). • If you use this unit on top of or near a TV, the pictures and/or sound on this unit may be disrupted by electromagnetic wave radiation.
  • Page 153 Others Cleaning Before cleaning the camera, remove the battery or disconnect the power plug from the outlet. Then wipe the camera with a dry, soft cloth. • When the camera is soiled badly, it can be cleaned by wiping the dirt off with a wrung wet cloth, and then with a dry cloth.
  • Page 154 Others Battery The battery is a rechargeable lithium ion battery. Its ability to generate power comes from the chemical reaction that takes place inside it. If the surrounding temperature is too high or too low, the operating time of the battery may become shorter. Always remove the battery after use.
  • Page 155 Information including personal information may be altered or vanish due to erroneous operation, effect of static electricity, accident, malfunction, repair, or other handlings. Please note in advance that Panasonic is not liable in any way for any direct or indirect damage from the alteration or vanishing of information or personal information.
  • Page 156 About the picture data • Recorded data may be damaged or lost if the camera breaks down due to inappropriate handling. Panasonic will not be liable for any damage suffered due to loss of recorded data. About tripods or unipods •...
  • Page 157 • 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. • iPhoto, Mac and Mac OS are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.

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