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Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 Operating Instructions Manual

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    All descriptions and logos pertaining to HDMI, VIERA Link, AVCHD Lite, and Dolby pertain to DMC-ZS3 only. For USA and Puerto Rico assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo For Canadian assistance, please call: 1-800-99-LUMIX (1-800-995-8649) or send e-mail to: lumixconcierge@ca.panasonic.com...
  • Page 2 • DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER trademarks or trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. (OR BACK); THERE ARE NO USER • VIERA Link is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation. SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. • EZ Sync is a trademark of Panasonic REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED Corporation.
  • Page 3 One Panasonic Way, protection against harmful interference Secaucus, NJ 07094 in a residential installation. This Support Contact: Panasonic Consumer equipment generates, uses, and can Electronics Company radiate radio frequency energy and, if 1-800-211-PANA (7262) not installed and used in accordance...
  • Page 4 -If you see this symbol- About the battery charger Information on Disposal in other CAUTION! Countries outside the European Union DO NOT INSTALL OR PLACE THIS This symbol is only valid in the UNIT IN A BOOKCASE, BUILT- European Union. If you wish to discard IN CABINET OR IN ANOTHER this product, please contact your local CONFINED SPACE.

  • Page 5: 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 (sold separately), you can record or play back pictures on the built-in memory (P.16).

  • Page 6: Taking Picture With Automatic Settings

    Record, view, save those Record P.28 Taking picture with automatic settings Camera automatically detects the scene ‘INTELLIGENT AUTO’ Mode (P.32) Automatically adjusts the optimum focus and brightness settings based on the movement of the subject ‘AF TRACKING’ (P.34) Recognizes faces and brings them into sharp focus ‘Face detection’...
  • Page 7 precious moments. Enjoy crisp pictures on large View screens! P.107 AV cable HDMI mini cable (sold separately) Easy operation with VIERA remote control ‘VIERA Link’ support With your printer Print Connect directly to easily print P.104 pictures at home. Use a PictBridge-compatible printer.

  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    Contents Face Detection and Face Recognition ..34 Before use AF TRACKING ..........34 Taking pictures with your own settings ... 35 Before use ..........10 Align focus for desired composition ....36 Read first .............10 Taking pictures/motion pictures with zoom ... 37 To prevent damage, malfunctions, and faults ...10 DIGITAL ZOOM ........39 Standard Accessories ......
  • Page 9 Taking pictures with the face FAVORITE ..........95 PRINT SET ..........96 recognition function ....65 PROTECT/ AUDIO DUB....97 Face Recognition function ......65 COPY .............98 Face registration .........65 Useful features for travel ....67 TRAVEL DATE ........67 Connecting with other devices WORLD TIME ........68 Using REC/MOTION PICTURE menu ...

  • Page 10: Before Use

    Panasonic will not provide compensation • Do not press the lens or the LCD monitor. for video or image damage caused by Do not get the camera wet or insert faults with camera or card.

  • Page 11: Standard Accessories

    (DMW-CT3, sold separately). (P.16) • If any accessories are lost, customers in the USA and Puerto Rico should contact Panasonic’s parts department at 1 800 833-9626 and customers in Canada should contact 1 800 99-LUMIX (1-800-995-8649) for further information about obtaining replacement parts.

  • Page 12: Names Of Parts

    • Always use a genuine Panasonic AC adaptor REC/PLAY switch (DMW-AC5PP: optional). P.28, 40, P.30, 40) • Do not use any other adaptors except a genuine Panasonic multi conversion adaptor DISPLAY button (P.42) (DMW-MCA1; optional). Q.MENU (Quick setting P.20) Motion picture button (P.61)

  • Page 13: Charging Battery

    Damage resulting from the use of non-Panasonic batteries is not covered under the warranty. • This camera has a function identifying batteries that can be used, and this function is compatible with the dedicated battery (DMW-BCG10PP).
  • Page 14 • 1 picture taken per 30 sec. POWER LCD, and HIGH ANGLE Mode) • Full flash used for every other picture • Using Panasonic SD memory card (32 MB) • Zoom operation for each picture • Using the supplied battery (max. W max.

  • Page 15: Inserting Battery And Card

    Lever direction of arrow. Always use genuine Panasonic batteries (DMW-BCG10PP). If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product. Do not remove card or battery while power is ‘ON’ or while status indicator is on (Camera may cease operating correctly, or card/recorded contents may be damaged).

  • Page 16: Picture Save Destination (Cards And Built-In Memory)

    Pictures will be saved to a card if one is inserted, or to the built-in memory if not. Compatible memory cards (sold separately) SD memory card/ The following SD standard-based cards (Panasonic brand recommended) SDHC memory card • SD memory cards (8 MB - 2 GB) (sold separately) •...

  • Page 17: Setting The Clock

    ( The clock is not set when the Setting the clock camera is shipped.) Set REC/PLAY switch to before turning on power. Turn on the power ‘PLEASE SET THE CLOCK’ will be displayed when power is turned on for the first time. While this message is displayed ‘...

  • Page 18: Using Menus

    Using menus (Example) Change ‘VOLUME’ in SETUP menu when in NORMAL PICTURE Mode. (REC/PLAY switch , Mode dial Bring up the menu Camera ON/OFF switch The selected item is Shutter button displayed with an orange background. Mode dial Select SETUP menu Highlight Select and return...

  • Page 19: Menu Type

    To enable optimum usage of the camera, various functions can be activated and setting can be changed from the menus. Menu type REC menu REC menu REC menu MOTION PICTURE menu Changing image preferences (P.69 - 80) • Displays settings such as white balance, sensitivity, aspect ratio, and picture size.

  • Page 20: Using Quick Menu

    Using menus (Continued) Using Quick menu Recording menu items can be called up easily. Set to Display ‘Quick menu’ Hold Quick menu Select item and setting Select Press Setting Item Settings items displayed vary depending on recording mode. VQT1Z82...

  • Page 21: Using Setup Menu

    Using SETUP menu Make general camera settings such as adjusting the clock, extending the battery life, and changing the beep sounds. ‘CLOCK SET’, ‘AUTO REVIEW’ and ‘ECONOMY’ are important for clock setting and battery life. Be sure to check these before use. (Setting method : P.18) Item Settings, notes Set time, date, and display format.

  • Page 22: Lcd Mode

    Using SETUP menu (Continued) 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). HIGH ANGLE: Makes screen easier to see when taking pictures from high positions.

  • Page 23: Economy

    See P.18 for the setting procedure in the SETUP menu. Item Settings, notes POWER SAVE ECONOMY OFF/2MIN./5 MIN./10MIN. : Turn off LCD monitor Automatically shut off power while not in use. and power while not in use to save battery •...

  • Page 24: Zoom Resume

    Using SETUP menu (Continued) Item Settings, notes OFF/ON ZOOM RESUME Remember the zoom • Cannot be set when using ‘SELF PORTRAIT’ scene ratio when turning power mode. off. YES/NO NO.RESET Reset image file • The folder number is updated and the file number starts numbers.

  • Page 25: Tv Aspect

    See P.18 for the setting procedure in the SETUP menu. Item Settings, notes TV ASPECT Change the aspect ratio • When set to , pictures will be displayed vertically long when connected to a TV, on LCD monitor. (Operates when AV cable is connected.) etc.

  • Page 26: Viera Link

    Using SETUP menu (Continued) Item Settings, notes OFF: Operations must be performed via the camera’s own VIERA Link buttons. Enable automatic linking ON: Operations may be performed via the remote control with other VIERA Link- of the VIERA Link-compatible device. compatible devices, (Not all operations will be available.) Operability of and operability with a...

  • Page 27: Demo Mode

    See P.18 for the setting procedure in the SETUP menu. Item Settings, notes JITTER, SUBJ. MOVE DEMO.: (Only during recording) DEMO MODE Extent of jitter and of subject movement are shown on View demonstration of graph. (Estimate) functions. Large Small Large Jitter Movement detection...

  • Page 28: Basic Shooting Operation

    Basic shooting operation Turn on the power Status indicator illuminated for approx. 1 second. Shutter button Set to : Pictures and motion pictures can be taken. : The captured pictures and motion pictures can be played back. Status indicator Set to the desired recording mode Motion picture button •...

  • Page 29: Holding The Camera/Direction Detection Function

    Please set the clock before shooting (P.17). Holding the camera/Direction detection function AF assist lamp • Stand with your arms close to your body and with your legs apart. Flash • Do not touch the lens. • Do not block the microphone when recording audio. (P.12) •...

  • Page 30: Basic Shooting Operation

    Basic shooting operation Turn on the power Status indicator illuminated for approx. 1 second. Shutter button Set to : Pictures and motion pictures can be taken. : The captured pictures and motion pictures can be played back. Set to the desired recording mode Status indicator Aim the camera and shoot (Press the shutter button)

  • Page 31: Holding The Camera/Direction Detection Function

    Please set the clock before shooting (P.17). Holding the camera/Direction detection function AF assist lamp • Stand with your arms close to your body and with your legs apart. Flash • Do not touch the lens. • Do not block the microphone when recording audio. (P.12) •...

  • Page 32: Taking Picture With Automatic Settings

    Taking picture with automatic settings ‘INTELLIGENT AUTO Mode’ Mode: Turn on the power Status indicator illuminated for approx. 1 second. Shutter button Set to Set to Status indicator (INTELLIGENT AUTO Mode) Automatic scene detection Camera reads scene when pointed at subject, and makes optimum settings automatically.

  • Page 33: Vqt1Z82

    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. Backlight compensation Backlight refers to the light that shines from behind the subject. When this occurs, the subject appears darker, and so backlighting is automatically corrected by increasing the brightness of the entire image.

  • Page 34: Face Detection And Face Recognition

    Taking picture with automatic settings ‘INTELLIGENT AUTO Mode’ (Continued) Mode: Face Detection and Face Recognition If the camera automatically identifies the scene and determines that people appear as subjects in the image ( ), Face Detection is activated, and the focus and exposure are adjusted for the recognized faces.

  • Page 35: Taking Pictures With Your Own Settings

    Taking pictures with your own settings ‘NORMAL PICTURE Mode’ Mode: Using REC menu (P.69) to change settings and set up your own recording environment. Turn on the power Status indicator illuminated for approx. 1 second. Shutter button Zoom lever Set to Set to (NORMAL PICTURE Mode) Status indicator...

  • Page 36: Align Focus For Desired Composition

    Taking pictures with your own settings ‘NORMAL PICTURE Mode’ (Continued) Mode: Align focus for desired composition Useful when subject is not in center of picture. First adjust focus according to subject Subjects/environments which may make focusing difficult: • Fast-moving or extremely bright Hold down objects, or objects with no color halfway...

  • Page 37: Taking Pictures/Motion Pictures With Zoom

    Taking pictures/motion pictures with zoom Mode: You can zoom in up to 12 times with ‘optical zoom’, and up to 21.4 times with ‘Extended optical zoom’ (pictures only) with lower picture quality. You can also use ‘digital zoom’ to zoom in even further. Zoom In/Out Do not block the lens barrel movement while zooming.
  • Page 38 Taking pictures/motion pictures with zoom (Continued) Mode: Maximum zoom ratios by picture size Optical zoom Extended optical zoom 10 M 0.3 M PICTURE SIZE 9.5 M 6.5 M 4.5 M 2.5 M 4.5 M 2.5 M 21.4 x Max. enlargement 12 x 14.3 x 17.1 x...

  • Page 39: Digital Zoom

    Enlarging further ‘DIGITAL ZOOM’ Zoom 4 times further than optical/extended optical zoom (maximum 48 x – 85.5 x). (Note that, with digital zoom, enlarging will lessen picture quality.) Display REC menu Select ‘ON’ Select ‘DIGITAL ZOOM’ Finish Digital zoom area is displayed within zoom bar on screen. •...

  • Page 40: Viewing Your Pictures (Normal Play)

    Viewing your pictures (NORMAL PLAY) REC/PLAY switch: When there is no card inserted, the pictures played back from the built-in memory. (Clipboard pictures can only be played back in CLIPBOARD Mode (P.81).) Zoom lever Set to Scroll through pictures File number Picture number/ Total pictures DISPLAY...

  • Page 41: Deleting Pictures

    Deleting pictures REC/PLAY switch: Pictures deleted will be from card if card is inserted, or from built-in memory if the card is not inserted. Deleted pictures cannot be recovered. Set to Press to delete displayed picture Select ‘YES’ • Do not turn off the power during DISPLAY deletion.

  • Page 42: 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 1, 2 1, 3 information information No display Guide lines In playback mode Set ‘HISTOGRAM’ to ‘ON’ to display histogram (P.22).

  • Page 43: Taking Pictures With Flash

    Taking pictures with flash Mode: Display ‘FLASH’ Select the desired type Displayed for approx. 5 sec. Stand at least 1 m (3.28 feet) away when using flash to take Can also be selected with pictures of infants. Type, operations Uses AUTO Normal use •...
  • Page 44 Taking pictures with flash (Continued) Mode: Available types in each mode ( : default setting) SCENE MODE - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Set to...

  • Page 45: Taking Close-Up Pictures/Motion Pictures

    Taking close-up pictures/motion pictures Mode: When you want to enlarge the subject, setting to ‘AF MACRO ( )’ enables you to take images at an even closer distance than the normal focus range (up to 3 cm (0.10 feet) for max.

  • Page 46: Macro Zoom

    Taking close-up pictures/motion pictures (Continued) Mode: Taking images 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’...

  • Page 47: Positioning Camera And Subject Within Accessible Range For Focus Alignment

    Positioning camera and subject within accessible range for focus alignment Focus range for (NORMAL PICTURE Mode) Focus range Distance between the lens 3 cm 50 cm ’ and the subject (0.10 feet) (1.64 feet) (3.28 feet) (6.57 feet) ’ (max.W) 3 cm (0.10 feet) - ’...

  • Page 48: Taking Images With Self-Timer

    Taking images with self-timer 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 Displayed for approx. 5 sec. Can also be selected with Take an image Press fully the shutter button to start recording...

  • Page 49: Taking Pictures/Motion Pictures With Exposure Compensation

    Taking pictures/motion pictures with exposure compensation Mode: EXPOSURE only 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. EXPOSURE Display ‘EXPOSURE’ Example of exposure compensation Over-exposed Select a value...

  • Page 50: Taking Pictures By Automatically Changing The Aspect Ratio

    Taking pictures by automatically changing the aspect ratio ‘MULTI ASPECT’ Mode: In this mode, pressing the shutter button once automatically takes three pictures in each of three aspect ratios: 4:3, 3:2, and 16:9. (The shutter sound is made only once.) Display ‘AUTO BRACKET’...

  • Page 51: Taking Pictures According To The Scene

    Taking pictures according to the scene ‘SCENE MODE’ Mode: Using SCENE MODE enables you to take pictures with optimum settings (exposure, coloring, etc.) for given scenes. Set to Zoom lever Set to ‘SCN’ (SCENE MODE) Select scene (Press ‘MENU/SET’ and then press , if scene menu is not displayed) DISPLAY...

  • Page 52: Transform

    Taking pictures according to the scene ‘SCENE MODE’ (Continued) 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. Tips PORTRAIT • Stand as close as possible to subject. •...

  • Page 53: Sports

    How to select a scene (P.51) Using flash in scene modes (P.44) Scene Uses, Tips Notes Takes clear pictures of wide, distant subjects. • Main fixed settings FLASH: FORCED FLASH OFF Tips AF ASSIST LAMP: OFF SCENERY • Stand at least 5 m (16.4 feet) away. Use the supplied software to join multiple •...

  • Page 54: Night Portrait/ Night Scenery/ Food/ Party/ Candle Light

    Taking pictures according to the scene ‘SCENE MODE’ (Continued) Mode: Scene Uses, Tips Notes Takes pictures of people and nightscapes • Interference may be noticeable with close to actual brightness. with dark scenes. • Shutter may remain closed for 8 Tips second after taking picture.

  • Page 55: Sunset

    How to select a scene (P.51) Using flash in scene modes (P.44) Scene Uses, Tips Notes Uses weak flash to bring out skin colors. • Age and name will be displayed for approx. 5 seconds after setting • To record age and name this mode.

  • Page 56: High Sens

    Taking pictures according to the scene ‘SCENE MODE’ (Continued) 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 QUALITY: (Standard) Select the aspect ratio and the picture size with SENSITIVITY: ISO1600 - 6400 and press ‘MENU/SET’.

  • Page 57: Starry Sky

    How to select a scene (P.51) Using flash in scene modes (P.44) Scene Uses, Tips Notes Enables continuous recording in dim • The picture quality slightly locations. decreases. • The following functions are fixed. to select the picture size and aspect FLASH: (FORCED FLASH ON) ratio, and press ‘MENU/SET’...

  • Page 58: Snow/ Pin Hole

    Taking pictures according to the scene ‘SCENE MODE’ (Continued) 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 stabilizer is ‘OFF’).

  • Page 59: Underwater

    How to select a scene (P.51) Using flash in scene modes (P.44) Scene Uses, Tips Notes Produces black and white pictures with a • The picture quality slightly grainy texture. decreases. • The following functions are fixed. to select the picture size and aspect QUALITY: (Standard) ratio, and press ‘MENU/SET’...

  • Page 60: Setting Frequently-Used Scene Modes On The Mode Dial

    Setting frequently-used scene modes on the mode dial ’ ‘MY SCN MODE/MY SCENE MODE Mode: Frequently-used scene modes can be preset to ) on the mode dial. After the settings are made, pictures can be taken in the preset scene mode by simply setting the mode dial to MY SCN MODE/MY SCENE MODE.
  • Page 61 Taking motion pictures Mode: Enables motion pictures to be recorded with (stereo) audio. (Recording with muted sound is not possible.) Zoom can also be used during recording. Stereo microphone Set to Zoom lever Set to a position other than (CLIPBOARD Mode) Please see the next page for details of each mode.
  • Page 62 Taking motion pictures (Continued) Mode: (INTELLIGENT AUTO Mode) The camera automatically detects the scene to record motion pictures with optimal settings. (i PORTRAIT) (i LOW LIGHT) When scene does not correspond to any on the right. (i SCENERY) (i MACRO) •...
  • Page 63 Using a card of SD speed ‘Class 6’ or above is recommended for recording motion pictures. The SD speed class is a speed rating for continuous writing. Using a high-speed card with a specified speed (e.g. on packaging) of at least 10 MB/s is recommended when ‘REC QUALITY’...

  • Page 64: Taking Motion Pictures

    Taking motion pictures ‘MOTION PICTURE Mode’ Mode: This enables recording of (monaural) audio motion pictures. (Recording with muted sound is not possible.) Zoom can also be used during recording. If the motion picture is recorded on a memory card, one that is marked as ‘10 MB/s’ or faster on the package is recommended.

  • Page 65: Taking Pictures With The Face Recognition Function

    Taking pictures with the face recognition function Mode: Face Recognition function Set ‘FACE RECOG.’ in the REC menu to ‘ON’ to use the following face recognition functions when taking pictures. Detect faces close to those that have been registered for priority focus and exposure adjustment.
  • Page 66 Taking pictures with the face recognition function (Continued) Mode: Face recognition editing screen Select items with , and press to set. • NAME: Register names (text input method: P.89) • PRIORITY: Set priority order for focus and exposure adjustment Changing priority order: Select new registration number with , and press ‘MENU/SET’.

  • Page 67: Useful Features For Travel

    Useful features for travel Mode: Recording only. (Cannot set.) TRAVEL DATE (Record travel date and destination) Record information as to what day and where pictures were taken by setting departure dates and destinations. Set-up: • Clock must be set in advance (P.17). •...

  • Page 68: World Time

    Useful features for travel (Continued) Mode: Recording only. (Cannot set.) WORLD TIME (Registering local time at your travel destination) Set-up: • Clock must be set in advance (P.17). • Press ‘MENU/SET’ ‘ SETUP MENU’ Select ‘WORLD TIME’ ‘PLEASE SET THE HOME AREA’ will be displayed when setting for the first time. In this case, press ‘MENU/SET’...

  • Page 69: Using Rec/Motion Picture Menu

    Using REC/MOTION PICTURE menu REC/PLAY switch: See P.18 for menu setting procedure. ‘Quick menu’ (P.20) is useful to easily call up frequently-used menus. REC menu items will be synchronized with items of the same names in the MOTION PICTURE menu (i.e. settings changes in one will be reflected in the other). Settings selected in the REC menu that are not available in the MOTION PICTURE menu will be set as follows.

  • Page 70: Intelligent Iso

    Using REC/MOTION PICTURE menu (Continued) REC/PLAY switch: QUALITY Set quality of picture. MODE: REC menu REC menu Settings: Fine (High quality, priority to picture quality) Standard (Standard quality, priority to the number of pictures) ASPECT RATIO Aspect ratio of picture can be changed according to printing or playback format. MODE: REC menu REC menu...

  • Page 71: Sensitivity

    See P.18 for menu setting procedure. 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 selecting ‘NATURAL’...

  • Page 72: White Balance

    Using REC/MOTION PICTURE menu (Continued) REC/PLAY switch: WHITE BALANCE Adjust coloring to suit light source if colors otherwise appear unnatural. MODE: REC/MOTION PICTURE menu REC menu Settings: AWB (automatic) / (outdoor, clear sky) / (outdoor, cloudy sky) / (outdoor, shade) / (halogen lighting) / (uses value set in (set manually)

  • Page 73: Face Recog. / Af Mode

    See P.18 for menu setting procedure. 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, please refer to P.65. AF MODE Method of aligning focus can be changed according to position and number of subjects.
  • Page 74 Using REC/MOTION PICTURE menu (Continued) REC/PLAY switch: Determined position for 1-area-focusing (High speed)/ Spot-focusing: focus 1-area-focusing: Focuses on smaller, Focuses on AF area in center of limited area. 1-area-focusing picture. (Recommended when (High speed) focus is difficult to align) 1-area-focusing Spot-focusing AF area Spot AF area...

  • Page 75: Pre Af/ Metering Mode

    See P.18 for menu setting procedure. PRE AF Focus is continually aligned according to movement of subject even when shutter button is not pressed. (Increases battery consumption) MODE: REC menu REC menu Settings: Setting Effect Focus is not adjusted until the shutter button is pressed halfway. The focus is automatically adjusted when camera blurring is small even when the Q.AF shutter button is not pressed.

  • Page 76: I.exposure/ Burst

    Using REC/MOTION PICTURE menu (Continued) REC/PLAY switch: I.EXPOSURE Automatically adjusts contrast and exposure to give more lifelike colors when there is significant contrast between background and subject. MODE: REC/MOTION PICTURE menu REC menu Settings: OFF/ON displayed on screen) Even if ‘SENSITIVITY’ is set to ‘80’ or ‘100’, when I.EXPOSURE is activated, images may be taken at a higher sensitivity than the setting.

  • Page 77: Digital Zoom/ Color Mode/ Stabilizer

    See P.18 for menu setting procedure. DIGITAL ZOOM Multiplies effect of optical zoom or extended optical zoom by up to 4 times. (See P.39 for details) MODE: REC/MOTION PICTURE menu REC menu Settings: OFF/ON This is fixed at ‘ON’ when MACRO ZOOM is set. COLOR MODE Set color effects.

  • Page 78: Af Assist Lamp

    Using REC/MOTION PICTURE menu (Continued) REC/PLAY switch: MIN. SHTR SPEED Sets shutter speed to minimum. We recommend using slower shutter speeds to take brighter pictures in dark locations. MODE: REC menu Settings: 1/250 1/125 1/60 1/30 1/15 1/8 1/4 1/2 1 Slower shutter speeds allow for brighter pictures but increase risk of jitter, so we recommend using a tripod and the self-timer.

  • Page 79: Clock Set/ Rec Mode

    AVCHD standard (such as conventional DVD recorders), and so check the compatibility in your equipment’s operation manual. Please confirm the detailed information on the following website. http://panasonic.co.jp/pavc/global/cs (This Site is English only.) Motion pictures recorded in ‘AVCHD Lite’ format cannot be played back on non- AVCHD-compatible devices (standard DVD players, etc).

  • Page 80: Rec Quality/ Continuous Af/ Wind Cut

    Using REC/MOTION PICTURE menu (Continued) REC/PLAY switch: See P.18 for menu setting procedure. REC QUALITY Sets the picture quality of the motion picture that is recorded. MODE: MOTION PICTURE menu REC menu Settings: ‘AVCHD Lite’ in REC MODE Setting Resolution Bit rate Aspect ratio 1280 x 720...

  • Page 81: Taking/Viewing Clipboard Pictures

    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 clipboard folder of built-in memory, so that they can be distinguished from normal pictures and viewed immediately.

  • Page 82: Zoom Mark/Clipboard Menu

    Taking/viewing clipboard pictures ‘CLIPBOARD Mode’ (Continued) Mode: Zoom mark Useful for enlarging and saving parts of maps, etc. To register zoom enlarged size and position • To change zoom and position: Enlarge with Press Repeat the left zoom lever and •...

  • Page 83: Viewing As List (Multi Playback/Calendar Playback)

    Viewing as list (Multi playback/Calendar playback) REC/PLAY switch: You can view 12 (or 30) pictures at once (multi playback), or view all pictures taken on a certain date (calendar playback). Set to • To view pictures: press Set to multiple screen display Date recorded Picture no.

  • Page 84: Viewing Motion Pictures/Pictures With Audio

    Viewing motion pictures/pictures with audio REC/PLAY switch: Motion pictures and pictures with audio can be played back in the same way as pictures. Set to Set to a position other than (CLIPBOARD Mode) Select the picture and start playback Motion picture recording time Operations during motion picture playback...

  • Page 85: Different Playback Methods

    Different playback methods ‘PLAYBACK MODE’ REC/PLAY switch: Recorded pictures can be played back in a variety of ways. Set to Set to a position other than (CLIPBOARD Mode) Display the menu Press ‘MENU/SET’ Select the playback mode from NORMAL PLAY (PLAYBACK MODE selection menu) (P.40) SLIDE SHOW...

  • Page 86: Slide Show

    Different playback methods ‘PLAYBACK MODE’ (Continued) REC/PLAY switch: SLIDE SHOW Automatically play images in order and to music. Recommended when viewing on TV screen. Select playback method • ALL : Play all • PICTURE ONLY: Playback of pictures only • MOTION PIC. ONLY: Playback of motion pictures only •...

  • Page 87: Mode Play

    See P.85 for switching PLAYBACK MODE procedure. Operations during slide show During motion picture playback During picture playback Pause/play Pause/play (When paused) Previous Next (While paused) (While paused) (During playback) Previous Next To start of motion picture being played Stop Stop Volume Volume...

  • Page 88: Category Play/ Favorite Play

    Different playback methods ‘PLAYBACK MODE’ (Continued) REC/PLAY switch: See P.85 for switching PLAYBACK MODE procedure. CATEGORY PLAY Images 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 Recording information such CATEGORY...

  • Page 89: Using Playback Menu

    Using PLAYBACK menu REC/PLAY switch: (Set mode dial to any except For the PLAYBACK menu setting procedure, see P.18. CALENDAR Select date from calendar screen to view only the images taken on that day (P.83). Set-up: Press ‘MENU/SET’ ‘ PLAYBACK menu’ Select ‘CALENDAR’...

  • Page 90: Text Stamp

    Using PLAYBACK menu (Continued) REC/PLAY switch: (Set mode dial to any except To edit select ‘SINGLE’ in step select picture with , and press ‘MENU/SET’ correct text and select ‘EXIT’ press to return to the menu. Cannot be set in ‘CATEGORY PLAY’, or ‘FAVORITE PLAY’ Playback Mode. Cannot be used with pictures taken on other devices, protected pictures, or motion pictures.

  • Page 91: Resize

    For the PLAYBACK menu setting procedure, see P.18. To check stamped text ‘playback zoom’ (P.40) Picture size will be reduced if greater than 3M. Picture After ASPECT RATIO TEXT STAMP will become slightly grainier. 4 : 3 Cannot be used with pictures taken on other devices, 3 : 2 2.5 M pictures taken without setting clock, motion pictures,...

  • Page 92: Trimming

    Using PLAYBACK menu (Continued) REC/PLAY switch: (Set mode dial to any except MULTI Select ‘MULTI’ in step Select picture (up to 50 pictures) the previous page Select size Resize setting To see description of resize: Press display Number of pixels before/after resizing button •...

  • Page 93: Leveling/ Face Recog

    For the PLAYBACK menu setting procedure, see P.18. LEVELING Slight slanting in the picture can be corrected. Set-up: Press ‘MENU/SET’ ‘ PLAYBACK menu’ Select ‘LEVELING’ Select picture Select ‘YES’ • After confirmation, press Adjust the slant to return to the menu screen.

  • Page 94: Aspect Conv. / Rotate Disp

    Using PLAYBACK menu (Continued) REC/PLAY switch: (Set mode dial to any except ASPECT CONV. Convert 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 picture taken in Changes to outlined size Select ‘YES’...

  • Page 95: Favorite

    For the PLAYBACK menu setting procedure, see P.18. FAVORITE Mark your favorite pictures and enable the following functions. Favorites-only slide show (P.86) Delete all except favorites (useful for when printing in shop, etc.) Set-up: Press ‘MENU/SET’ ‘ PLAYBACK menu’ Select ‘FAVORITE’ Select ‘ON’...

  • Page 96: Print Set

    (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) For more information visit: http://panasonic.jp/dc/dpof_110/white_e.htm Set-up: Press ‘MENU/SET’ ‘ PLAYBACK menu’ Select ‘PRINT SET’...

  • Page 97: Protect/ Audio Dub

    For the PLAYBACK menu setting procedure, see P.18. 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’...

  • Page 98: Copy

    Identically-named files will not be copied from card to built-in memory ( DPOF settings will not be copied. Only pictures from Panasonic digital cameras (LUMIX) may be copied. Original pictures will not be deleted after copying (to delete pictures P.41).

  • Page 99: Copying Recorded Pictures

    Copying recorded 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 images via AV cables Available file types: Motion AVCHD Lite , Motion JPEG Motion pictures recorded with this camera can be dubbed onto DVD or video cassette with a DVD or video recorder.

  • Page 100: Using With Your Pc

    Using with your PC Still/motion pictures can be copied from the camera to your computer by connecting the two together. • Copied pictures can then be printed out or sent by e-mail using the ‘PHOTOfunSTUDIO’ software on the CD-ROM (supplied). Computer specifications Windows Macintosh...

  • Page 101: 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 Set-up: • Use a fully charged battery, or connect the AC adaptor (DMW-AC5PP, sold separately) and Multi Conversion Adaptor (DMW-MCA1, sold separately). (P.103) •...
  • Page 102 Using with your PC (Continued) You can save images 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 Built-in JPG:...

  • Page 103: Using The Multi Conversion Adaptor (Sold Separately)

    • Do not connect and disconnect the camera while the power is set to ON. Always use a genuine Panasonic AC adaptor (DMW-AC5PP: optional). Do not use any other AV cables except the supplied one. Do not use any other adaptors except a genuine Panasonic multi conversion adaptor (DMW-MCA1; optional). VQT1Z82...

  • Page 104: Printing

    Printing You can connect directly to a PictBridge- Turn on power of both compatible printer for printing. camera and printer Set-up: Connect camera to printer • Use a fully charged battery, or connect the Please make sure you use the AC adaptor (DMW-AC5PP, sold separately) supplied USB connection cable.

  • Page 105: 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’ Select item Select ‘PRINT START’ in step on the (See below for details) previous page • To cancel Press ‘MENU/SET’...

  • Page 106: 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 (printer takes priority) (297×420 mm) 10×15 cm (100×150 mm) L/3.5”×5”...

  • Page 107: Viewing On Tv Screen

    Insert the SD memory card into the SD card slot • Pictures only can be played back. • Motion pictures recorded in ‘AVCHD Lite’ may be played 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 108: Viewing On A Tv With Hdmi Socket

    HDMI mini cable (sold separately) Do not use any other cables except a genuine Panasonic HDMI mini cable (RP-CDHM15/RP-CDHM30; optional). Playback cannot be performed in CLIPBOARD Mode. Blank stripes may appear at the sides or at the top and bottom of the screen, depending on aspect ratio setting.

  • Page 109: Viera Link (Hdmi) (Hdavi Control

    Connecting with an HDMI mini cable (sold separately) Do not use any other cables except a genuine Panasonic HDMI mini cable (RP- CDHM15/RP-CDHM30; optional). The shape of remote control will differ depending on the country or area where the TV was purchased.
  • Page 110 Viewing on TV screen (Continued) Available functions Use your television’s remote control to operate the camera. (1) Multiple playback Press the red button on your television’s remote control to switch between the types of data to be played. • Playback data type options can be scrolled as follows: ‘ALL’...
  • Page 111 Other related operations Power OFF The camera’s power can also be switched off when switching the television’s power off with the remote control. Automatic input select • This function automatically switches the television input to the camera screen whenever the camera’s power is switched on while it is connected via the HDMI mini cable.

  • Page 112: List Of Lcd Monitor Displays

    List of LCD monitor displays In recording 5 Number of recordable pictures P.124, P.126) 6 Save destination (P.16) 7 Recording state 8 Histogram (P.42) 9 Travel date (P.67) Aperture value (P.35) Shutter speed (P.35) ISO sensitivity (P.71) F3.3 F3.3 1/30 1/30 Intelligent ISO (P.70) 11 Focus range (P.47)

  • Page 113: In Playback

    Press the display button to change display (P.12, 42). In playback 6 Exposure compensation (P.49) 7 Favorites settings (P.95) 8 Recorded date and time Travel destination setting (P.67)/Name (P.55)/ 100–0001 100–0001 Title (P.89) Destination settings (P.68) 10 Recording information 1 month 10 days Age in years/months (P.55) F3.3 1/30 F3.3 1/30...

  • Page 114: Message Displays

    Message displays THIS MEMORY CARD IS LOCKED Release using the write-protect switch on the SD memory card or SDHC memory card. (P.16) NO VALID PICTURE TO PLAY Take pictures, or insert a different card already containing pictures. THIS PICTURE IS PROTECTED Release the protection before deleting, etc.
  • Page 115 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 (DMW-BCG10PP). Battery cannot be recognized as terminal is dirty. Wipe any dirt away from the battery terminal.

  • Page 116: Q&A Troubleshooting

    Q&A Troubleshooting Battery, power Camera does not work even if power is turned on. Battery is not inserted correctly (P.15), or needs recharging (P.13). LCD monitor shuts off even if power is turned on. Camera is set to ‘POWER SAVE’ or ‘AUTO LCD OFF’ (P.23). Press shutter button halfway to release.
  • Page 117 Try checking these items (P.116 - 121) first. (Restoring menu settings to default values may solve certain problems. Try using ‘RESET’ in SETUP menu in recording mode (P.24).) Recording (continued) Focus not aligned correctly. Not set to mode appropriate for distance to subject. (Focus range varies according to recording mode.) Subject outside of focus range.
  • Page 118 Q&A Troubleshooting (Continued) LCD monitor LCD monitor dims during motion picture recording. LCD monitor may dim if continuing motion picture recording for long periods. Monitor sometimes shuts off even though power is on. Camera set to ‘AUTO LCD OFF’ (P.23). After recording, monitor shuts off until next picture can be recorded.
  • Page 119 Panasonic digital cameras (LUMIX) that were sold before July 2008. Motion pictures recorded in ‘AVCHD Lite’ format cannot be played in devices that do not support AVCHD.
  • Page 120 Q&A Troubleshooting (Continued) TV, computer, printer No image appears on TV. Image blurred or not colored. Not connected correctly (P.107, 108). TV input setting not set to auxiliary input. TV is not compatible with SDHC memory card. (When using SDHC memory card) TV screen display different to LCD monitor.
  • Page 121 TV, computer, printer (continued) Edges cut off pictures when printing. Release any trimming or edgeless printing settings on printer before printing. (Consult printer operating manual.) Pictures taken on ‘ASPECT RATIO’. If printing in shop, check if 16:9 sizes can be printed. Others Menu not displayed in desired language.

  • Page 122: 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 123 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 124: Recording Picture/Time Capacity

    Recording picture/time capacity Recording picture capacity (still pictures) Varies according to ‘ASPECT RATIO’ (P.70), ‘PICTURE SIZE’ (P.69), or ‘QUALITY’ (P.70) settings. ASPECT RATIO 10 M 7 M EZ 5 M EZ 3 M EZ 2 M EZ 0.3 M EZ PICTURE SIZE (3648×2736) (3072×2304)
  • Page 125 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. 9.5 M 6.5 M EZ 4.5 M EZ 3 M EZ 2.5 M EZ...
  • Page 126 Recording picture/time capacity Recording picture capacity (still pictures) Varies according to ‘ASPECT RATIO’ (P.70), ‘PICTURE SIZE’ (P.69), or ‘QUALITY’ (P.70) settings. ASPECT RATIO 10 M 7 M EZ 5 M EZ 3 M EZ 2 M EZ 0.3 M EZ PICTURE SIZE (3648×2736) (3072×2304)
  • Page 127 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. 6 M EZ 4.5 M EZ 2.5 M EZ 7.5 M 5.5 M EZ...

  • Page 128: Specifications

    Specifications DMC-ZS3 Digital Camera: Information for your safety Power Source DC 5.1 V When recording: 1.3 W Power Consumption When playing back: 0.6 W 10,100,000 pixels Camera effective pixels 1/2.33” CCD, total pixel number 12,700,000 pixels Image sensor Primary color filter Lens Optical 12 x zoom f=4.1 mm to 49.2 mm (35 mm film camera equivalent: 25 mm to 300 mm)/...
  • Page 129 Operating temperature 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F) Operating humidity 10 % to 80 % Battery charger (Panasonic DE-A65B): Information for your safety Output CHARGE 4.2 V 0.65 A Input 110 V to 240 V 50/60Hz, 0.2 A...
  • Page 130 Specifications DMC-ZS1 Digital Camera: Information for your safety Power Source DC 5.1 V When recording: 1.2 W Power Consumption When playing back: 0.6 W Camera effective pixels 10,100,000 pixels Image sensor 1/2.5” CCD, total pixel number 10,300,000 pixels Primary color filter Lens Optical 12 x zoom f=4.1 mm to 49.2 mm (35 mm film camera equivalent: 25 mm to 300 mm)/...
  • Page 131 Operating temperature 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F) Operating humidity 10 % to 80 % Battery charger (Panasonic DE-A65B): Information for your safety Output CHARGE 4.2 V 0.65 A Input 110 V to 240 V 50/60Hz, 0.2 A...

  • Page 132: Optional Accessories

    Optional accessories Product name: Battery Pack Product name: AC adaptor Product no.: DMW-BCG10PP Product no.: DMW-AC5PP Performance identical to supplied Ensure that the AC adaptor and Multi battery pack. Conversion Adaptor are purchased as Recommended for taking on holiday, etc. a set.

  • Page 133: Digital Camera Accessory Order Form (For Usa And Puerto Rico Customers)

    VISIT YOUR LOCAL PANASONIC DEALER CALL PANASONIC’S ACCESSORY ORDER LINE AT 1-800-332-5368 [6 AM-6 PM M-F, PACIFIC TIME] MAIL THIS ORDER TO: PANASONIC SERVICE AND TECHNOLOGY COMPANY ACCESSORY ORDER OFFICE 20421 84th Avenue South Kent, WA. 98032 In CANADA, please contact your local Dealer for more information about accessories.

  • Page 134: Request For Service Notice (For Usa And Puerto Rico Only)

    Mail this completed form and your Proof of Purchase along with your unit to: Panasonic Camera and Digital Service Center 1590 Touhy Ave. Elk Grove Village, IL 60007...

  • Page 135: Limited Warranty (For Usa And Puerto Rico Only)

    Limited Warranty Coverage If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or workmanship, Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company (referred to as “the warrantor”) will, for the length of the period indicated on the chart below, which starts with the date of original purchase (“warranty period”), at its option either...
  • Page 136 Carry-In or Mail-In Service For Carry-In or Mail-In Service in the United States and Puerto Rico call 1-800-211-PANA (7262). This warranty ONLY COVERS failures due to defects in materials or workmanship, and DOES NOT COVER normal wear and tear or cosmetic damage.

  • Page 137: Customer Services Directory (United States And Puerto Rico)

    Monday-Friday 9 am-9 pm; Saturday-Sunday 10 am-7 pm, EST For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY :1-877-833-8855 Accessory Purchases (United States and Puerto Rico) Purchase Parts, Accessories and Instruction Books online for all Panasonic Products by visiting our Web Site at: http://www.pstc.panasonic.com or, send your request by E-mail to: npcparts@us.panasonic.com...
  • Page 138 Utilisez toujours une batterie de marque PLACEZ SUR L’APPAREIL AUCUN Panasonic (DMW-BCG10PP). OBJET REMPLI DE LIQUIDE, TEL Si une batterie autre que Panasonic est UN VASE. utilisée, nous ne pouvons garantir le bon • UTILISEZ EXCLUSIVEMENT LES fonctionnement de l’appareil.
  • Page 139 Éloignez l’appareil le plus possible À propos du bloc-batterie de tout dispositif émettant un champ Batterie (batterie au lithium-ion) électromagnétique (tel un four à micro- • Utilisez l’unité spécifiée pour recharger ondes, un téléviseur, une console de la batterie. jeux vidéo, etc.). •...

  • Page 140: Index

    Index List of LCD monitor displays (P.112) Display Size ..........22 Aerial Photo Mode ........58 AF Assist Lamp........78 Economy..........23 AF Lock ..........34 Exposure Compensation ......49 AF Macro ..........45 Extended Optical Zoom (EZ) ....37 AF Mode ..........
  • Page 141 Motion JPEG .......... 79 Resizing ..........91 Motion picture menu ......69 Rotate Display ........94 Motion Picture Mode ....... 64 Motion Picture Playback ......84 Multi Aspect ........50 Scene Mode ........... 51 Multi Playback ........83 Scenery Mode ........53 My Scene Mode........
  • Page 142 MEMO VQT1Z82...
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  • Page 144 QuickTime and the QuickTime logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Apple Inc., used under license therefrom. Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company, Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094 Panasonic Canada Inc. 5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario, L4W 2T3 ©...

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