Panasonic DMC-FZ150 Lumix Basic Owner's Manual

Panasonic DMC-FZ150 Lumix Basic Owner's Manual

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DMC-FZ150
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Digital Camera

VQT3S55

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  • Page 1: Digital Camera

    “Owner’s Manual for advanced features (PDF format)” in the supplied CD-ROM. Install it on your PC to read it. 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 VQT3S55...
  • Page 2 Dear Customer, Thank you for choosing Panasonic! You have purchased one of the most sophisticated and reliable products on the market today. Used properly, we’re sure it will bring you and your family years of enjoyment. Please take time to fill in the information on the below.
  • Page 3: Information For Your Safety

    Information for Your Safety WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR PRODUCT DAMAGE, • DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN, MOISTURE, DRIPPING OR SPLASHING AND THAT NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES, SHALL BE PLACED ON THE APPARATUS. •...
  • Page 4 Trade Name: Panasonic Model No.: DMC-FZ150 Responsible party: Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094 Support Contact: Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company 1-800-211-PANA (7262) This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject...
  • Page 5 DMC-FZ150 ∫ About the battery pack CAUTION Battery pack (Lithium ion battery pack) • Use the specified unit to recharge the battery pack. • Do not use the battery pack with equipment other than the specified unit. • Do not get dirt, sand, liquids, or other foreign matter on the terminals. •...
  • Page 6 AC outlet configuration. ∫ Cautions for Use • Always use a genuine Panasonic AV cable (DMW-AVC1; optional). • Always use a genuine Panasonic HDMI mini cable (RP-CDHM15, RP-CDHM30; optional). Part numbers: RP-CDHM15 (1.5 m) (5 feet), RP-CDHM30 (3.0 m) (10 feet) •...
  • Page 7 -If you see this symbol- Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the European Union This symbol is only valid in the European Union. If you wish to discard this product, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.
  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    Contents Information for Your Safety ................3 Care of the camera ..................9 Standard Accessories ................. 10 Names and Functions of Components............11 Charging the Battery ................... 14 • Charging ....................14 • Approximate operating time and number of recordable pictures ..16 About the Built-in Memory/the Card ............
  • Page 9: Care Of The Camera

    Care of the camera Do not subject to strong vibration, shock, or pressure. • The lens, LCD monitor, or external case may be damaged if used in following conditions. It may also malfunction or image may not be recorded. – Dropping or hitting the camera.
  • Page 10: Standard Accessories

    • For information about optional “ accessories, refer to the Digital Camera ” Accessory System • If any accessories are lost, customers should contact Panasonic’s parts department at 1 800 833-9626 for further information about obtaining replacement parts. VQT3S55 (ENG)
  • Page 11: Names And Functions Of Components

    Names and Functions of Components Lens Self-timer indicator AF Assist Lamp Flash Flash open button 4 5 6 Diopter adjustment dial Viewfinder [EVF/LCD] button [AF/AE LOCK] button Rear dial 10 Playback button [MENU/SET] button 12 Cursor buttons 3/ Exposure compensation/ Auto Bracket/Flash output adjustment 2/ Self-timer button 1/ ISO...
  • Page 12 Panasonic DC coupler (DMW-DCC6; For shop display purpose only) and AC adaptor (DMW-AC8PP; optional) are used. • Always use a genuine Panasonic AC adaptor (DMW-AC8PP; optional). • It is recommended to use a fully charged battery or AC adaptor when recording motion pictures.
  • Page 13 Cursor buttons/[MENU/SET] button This document expresses the up, down, left, and right of the cursor button as follows, or as 3/4/2/1. Cursor button: Selection of items or setting of values etc., is performed. [MENU/SET] button: Confirmation of setting contents, etc., is performed. e.g.: When you press the 4 (down) button Press 4 Rear Dial...
  • Page 14: Charging The Battery

    Please be advised that we are not liable for any accident or failure occurring as a result of use of a counterfeit battery pack. To ensure that safe products are used we would recommend that a genuine Panasonic battery pack is used. • Use the dedicated charger and battery.
  • Page 15: Charging Time

    ∫ About the [CHARGE] indicator The [CHARGE] indicator turns on: The [CHARGE] indicator is turned on during charging. The [CHARGE] indicator turns off: The [CHARGE] indicator will turn off once the charging has completed without any problem. (Disconnect the charger from the electrical socket and detach the battery after charging is completed.) •...
  • Page 16: Approximate Operating Time And Number Of Recordable Pictures

    Program AE Mode Temperature: 23 oC (73.4 oF)/Humidity: 50%RH when LCD monitor is on. • • Using a Panasonic SD Memory Card (32 MB). • Using the supplied battery. • Starting recording 30 seconds after the camera is turned on. (When the Optical Image Stabilizer function is set to [ON].)
  • Page 17: About The Built-In Memory/The Card

    Check that the PC and other equipment are compatible SDXC Memory Card when using the SDXC Memory Cards. (48 GB, 64 GB) http://panasonic.net/avc/sdcard/information/ SDXC.html • Only the cards with capacity listed left can be used. ¢ SD Speed Class is the speed standard regarding continuous writing. Check via the label on the card, etc.
  • Page 18: Inserting And Removing The Card (Optional)/The Battery

    (optional)/the Battery • Turn the power switch to [OFF] and confirm that the lens barrel is retracted. • We recommend using a Panasonic card. Slide the release lever in the direction of the arrow and open the card/battery door. •...
  • Page 19: Setting Date/Time (Clock Set)

    Setting Date/Time (Clock Set) • The clock is not set when the camera is shipped. Turn the camera on. • The power lamp 1 lights when you turn this unit on. Press [MENU/SET]. Press 2/1 to select the items (year, month, day, hour, minute, display sequence or time display format), and press 3/4 to set.
  • Page 20: Selecting The Recording Mode

    Selecting the Recording Mode Switching the mode by rotating the mode dial. Align a desired mode with part A. • Rotate the mode dial slowly and surely to adjust to each mode. ∫ Basic Program AE Mode The subjects are recorded using your own settings. Intelligent Auto Mode The subjects are recorded using settings automatically selected by the camera.
  • Page 21 ∫ Advanced Aperture-Priority AE Mode The shutter speed is automatically determined by the aperture value you set. Shutter-Priority AE Mode The aperture value is automatically determined by the shutter speed you set. Manual Exposure Mode The exposure is adjusted by the aperture value and the shutter speed which are manually adjusted.
  • Page 22: Taking Pictures With Your Favorite Settings (Program Ae Mode)

    Applicable modes: Taking Pictures with Your Favorite Settings (Program AE 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 [REC] menu.
  • Page 23: Program Shift

    Program Shift In Program AE Mode, you can change the preset aperture value and shutter speed without changing the exposure. This is called Program Shift. You can make the background more blurred by decreasing the aperture value or record a moving subject more dynamically by slowing the shutter speed when taking a picture in Program AE Mode.
  • Page 24: Taking Pictures Using The Automatic Function (Intelligent Auto Mode)

    Applicable modes: Taking Pictures Using the Automatic Function (Intelligent Auto 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. Set the mode dial to [ Press the shutter button halfway to focus and then press it fully to take...
  • Page 25 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. > ¦ [i-PORTRAIT] [i-SCENERY] ¢1 [i-MACRO] [i-NIGHT PORTRAIT] ¢2 [i-NIGHT SCENERY] [iHANDHELD NITE] ¢3...
  • Page 26: Recording Motion Pictures

    Applicable modes: Recording Motion Pictures This unit can record motion pictures in either AVCHD or MP4 formats. Start recording by pressing the motion picture button. A Available recording time B Elapsed recording time • You can record motion pictures fitting each Recording Mode.
  • Page 27: Playing Back Pictures ([Normal Play])

    Playing Back Pictures ([NORMAL PLAY]) Press [(]. Press 2 or 1. After selecting the motion picture, press 3 • to start playback. Deleting Pictures Once deleted, pictures cannot be recovered. • Pictures on the built-in memory or the card, which are being played back will be deleted.
  • Page 28: Setting The Menu

    Setting the Menu Example: In the [REC] menu, change [AF MODE] from [Ø] (1-area-focusing) to ¢ [š] (Face Detection) ¢ When the focus selector switch is set to [AF] in Program AE Mode. Press [MENU/SET]. Press 3/4 or rotate the rear dial to select the menu item.
  • Page 29: Compensating The Exposure

    Applicable modes: Compensating the Exposure Use this function when you cannot achieve appropriate exposure due to the difference in brightness between the subject and the background. Press 3 [È] until [EXPOSURE] appears. Press 2/1 to compensate the exposure and then press [MENU/SET].
  • Page 30: Taking Pictures By Specifying The Aperture/Shutter Speed

    Applicable modes: Taking Pictures by Specifying the Aperture/Shutter Speed Aperture-Priority AE Set the aperture value to a higher number when you want a sharp focus background. Set the aperture value to a lower number when you want a soft focus background.
  • Page 31: Manual Exposure Mode

    Manual Exposure Mode Determine the exposure by manually setting the aperture value and the shutter speed. The Manual Exposure Assistance appears on the lower portion of the screen to indicate the exposure. Set the mode dial to [ Rotate the rear dial to set the aperture and shutter speed.
  • Page 32: Reading The Owner's Manual (Pdf Format)

    Reading the Owner’s Manual (PDF format) More detailed instructions on the operation of this camera are contained in “Owner’s Manual for advanced features (PDF format)” in the supplied CD-ROM. Install it on your PC to read it. ∫ For Windows Turn the PC on and insert the CD-ROM containing the Owner’s Manual (supplied).
  • Page 33 OS from the following Web Site. http://get.adobe.com/reader/otherversions ∫ To uninstall the Owner’s Manual (PDF format) Delete the PDF file from the “Program Files\Panasonic\Lumix\” folder. ∫ For Mac Turn the PC on and insert the CD-ROM containing the Owner’s Manual (supplied).
  • Page 34: Specifications

    Others Specifications Digital Camera: Information for your safety Power Source: DC 8.4 V Power Consumption: 1.6 W (When recording with LCD Monitor) 1.4 W (When recording with Viewfinder) 1.0 W (When playing back with LCD Monitor) 0.9 W (When playing back with Viewfinder) Camera effective 12,100,000 pixels pixels...
  • Page 35 Shutter system Electronic shutteriMechanical shutter Burst recording Burst speed For mechanical 2 frames/sec, 5.5 frames/sec, 12 frames/sec shutter For electronic 40 frames/sec, 60 frames/sec shutter During motion 2 frames/sec (Max. 40 frames/3.5 M), picture recording 5 frames/sec (Max. 40 frames/3.5 M), 10 frames/sec (Max.
  • Page 36 Exposure (AE) Program AE (P)/Aperture-Priority AE (A)/ Shutter-Priority AE (S)/Manual Exposure (M) Exposure compensation (1/3 EV Step, j3 EV to i3 EV) Metering mode Multiple/Center weighted/Spot LCD monitor 3.0q TFT LCD (3:2) (Approx. 461,000 dots) (field of view ratio about 100%) Viewfinder Color LCD Viewfinder (Approx.
  • Page 37 Battery Charger (Panasonic DE-A83B): Information for your safety Input: 110 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz, 0.15 A Output: 8.4 V, 0.43 A Equipment mobility: Movable Battery Pack (lithium-ion) (Panasonic DMW-BMB9PP): Information for your safety Voltage/capacity: 7.2 V/895 mAh (ENG) VQT3S55...
  • Page 38: Digital Camera Accessory System

    Digital Camera Accessory System Description Accessory# Lithum Ion Battery DMW-BMB9 DMW-FL220, DMW-FL360, Flash DMW-FL500 Remote Shutter DMW-RSL1 Stereo Microphone DMW-MS1 MC Protector DMW-LMC52 ND Filter DMW-LND52 PL Filter (Circular Type) DMW-LPL52 ¢ Tele Conversion Lens DMW-LT55 ¢ Close-up Lens DMW-LC55 Lens Adapter DMW-LA5 AV Cable...
  • Page 39: Digital Camera Accessory Order Form

    THE FOLLOWING: 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 (ENG) VQT3S55...
  • Page 40: Limited Warranty (Only For U.s.a. And Puerto Rico)

    Limited Warranty Coverage (For USA and Puerto Rico Only) 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 (a)
  • Page 41 When shipping Lithium Ion batteries please visit our Web Site at www.panasonic.com/BatteryHandling as Panasonic is committed to providing the most up to date information. Include a letter detailing the complaint, a return address and provide a daytime phone number where you can be reached.
  • Page 42 THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES EXCEPT AS LISTED UNDER “LIMITED WARRANTY COVERAGE”. THE WARRANTOR IS NOT LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY. (As examples, this excludes damages for lost time, travel to and from the servicer, loss of or damage to media or images, data or other memory or recorded content.
  • Page 43 Monday-Friday 9am-9pm, Saturday-Sunday 10am-7pm 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 44 • SDXC Logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC. • “AVCHD Progressive”, “AVCHD”, the “AVCHD Progressive” Logo and the “AVCHD” Logo are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation. • Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
  • Page 45 Owner’s Manual for advanced features Digital Camera DMC-FZ150 Model No. Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely. VQT3S75...
  • Page 46 Playing Back Pictures Contents ([NORMAL PLAY]) ........39 • Selecting a picture......40 • Displaying Multiple Screens Before Use (Multi Playback) ........40 • Using the Playback Zoom ....41 Care of the camera ........5 Playing Back Motion Pictures....42 Standard Accessories .......6 • Creating Still Pictures from a Names and Functions of Components..7 Motion Picture ........43 Deleting Pictures ........44...
  • Page 47 Taking Expressive Portraits and Using the [REC] Mode Menu....108 Landscape Pictures • [PHOTO STYLE] ......108 (Advanced Scene Mode)......86 • [ASPECT RATIO] ......109 • [PORTRAIT] ........86 • [PICTURE SIZE] ......110 • [SCENERY]........87 • [QUALITY] ........111 • [SPORTS] .........87 • [SENSITIVITY] ........111 •...
  • Page 48 Printing the Pictures ......169 • Selecting a single picture and Playback/Editing printing it .........170 • Selecting multiple pictures and Playing Back Burst Pictures ....132 printing them ........170 Editing Burst Pictures......134 • Print Settings ........171 Various methods to play back ....135 •...
  • Page 49: Before Use

    Before Use Before Use Care of the camera Do not subject to strong vibration, shock, or pressure. • The lens, LCD monitor, or external case may be damaged if used in following conditions. It may also malfunction or image may not be recorded. –...
  • Page 50: Standard Accessories

    You can record or play back pictures on the built-in memory when you are not using a card. • 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 51: Names And Functions Of Components

    Before Use Names and Functions of Components Lens (P5, 184) Self-timer indicator (P75) AF Assist Lamp (P126) Flash (P67) Flash open button (P67) 4 5 6 Diopter adjustment dial (P10) Viewfinder (P10, 180) [EVF/LCD] button (P10) [AF/AE LOCK] button (P119, 121) Rear dial (P11)
  • Page 52 34 35 35 Release lever (P19) 36 Card/Battery door (P19) 37 DC coupler cover • When using an AC adaptor, ensure that the Panasonic DC coupler (For shop display purpose only) and AC adaptor (optional) are used. (P179) - 8 -...
  • Page 53 Before Use LCD Monitor At the time when this camera is purchased, the LCD monitor is stowed in the camera body. Bring out the LCD monitor as shown below. 1 Open the LCD monitor. (Maximum 180 o) 2 It can be rotated 180 o forwards. 3 Return the monitor to its original position.
  • Page 54 Before Use Note • Be careful as this unit may get scratched if you rotate the LCD monitor without opening the LCD monitor fully. • Check that the terminal door is closed when rotating the LCD monitor. The terminal door may get damaged or LCD monitor may get scratched if you rotate the LCD monitor with the terminal door opened.
  • Page 55 Before Use Cursor buttons/[MENU/SET] button This document expresses the up, down, left, and right of the cursor button as follows, or as 3/4/2/1. Cursor button: Selection of items or setting of values etc., is performed. [MENU/SET] button: Confirmation of setting contents, etc., is performed. e.g.: When you press the 4 (down) button Press 4 Rear Dial...
  • Page 56: Preparation

    Preparation Preparation Attaching the Lens Cap/Shoulder Strap ∫ Attaching the Lens Cap • When you turn the camera off or carry the camera, attach the lens cap to protect the surface of the lens. Pass the string through the hole on the camera.
  • Page 57 Preparation ∫ Attaching the Shoulder Strap • We recommend attaching the shoulder strap when using the camera to prevent it from dropping. Pass the shoulder strap through the hole at the shoulder strap eyelet. Pass the shoulder strap through the stopper and fasten the shoulder strap.
  • Page 58: Attaching The Lens Hood

    Preparation Attaching the Lens Hood In bright sunlight or backlight, the lens hood will minimize lens flare and ghosting. The lens hood cuts off excess lighting and improves the picture quality. • Check that the camera is turned off. • Close the flash.
  • Page 59: Charging The Battery

    To ensure that safe products are used we would recommend that a genuine Panasonic battery pack is used. • Use the dedicated charger and battery.
  • Page 60 Preparation ∫ About the [CHARGE] indicator The [CHARGE] indicator turns on: The [CHARGE] indicator is turned on during charging. The [CHARGE] indicator turns off: The [CHARGE] indicator will turn off once the charging has completed without any problem. (Disconnect the charger from the electrical socket and detach the battery after charging is completed.) •...
  • Page 61: 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 LCD monitor is on. • Using a Panasonic SD Memory Card (32 MB). • Using the supplied battery. • Starting recording 30 seconds after the camera is turned on. (When the Optical Image Stabilizer function is set to [ON].)
  • Page 62 Preparation ∫ Recording motion pictures (When using the LCD monitor) [AVCHD] [MP4] (Recording with picture quality set (Recording with picture quality set to [PSH] (P129)) to [FHD] (P129)) Recordable time Approx. 110 min Approx. 140 min Actual recordable time Approx. 60 min Approx.
  • Page 63: Inserting And Removing The Card (Optional)/The Battery

    Inserting and Removing the Card (optional)/the Battery • Turn the power switch to [OFF] and confirm that the lens barrel is retracted. • We recommend using a Panasonic card. Slide the release lever in the direction of the arrow and open the card/battery door. •...
  • Page 64: 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. ¢ SD Speed Class is the speed standard regarding continuous writing. Check via the label on the card, etc.
  • Page 65 Preparation Note • Do not turn this unit off, remove its battery or card, or disconnect the AC adaptor (optional) when the access indication is lit (when pictures are being written, read or deleted, or the built-in memory or the card is being formatted). Furthermore, do not subject the camera to vibration, impact or static electricity.
  • Page 66: 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 • Switching between the display of number of recordable pictures and available recording time can be performed in the [REMAINING DISP.] (P55) in the [SETUP] menu.
  • Page 67: Setting Date/Time (Clock Set)

    Preparation Setting Date/Time (Clock Set) • The clock is not set when the camera is shipped. Turn the camera on. • The power lamp 1 lights when you turn this unit on. • If the language select screen is not displayed, proceed to step Press [MENU/SET].
  • Page 68: Changing The Clock Setting

    Preparation Changing the clock setting Select [CLOCK SET] in the [REC] or [SETUP] menu, and press 1. (P48) • It can be changed in steps to set the clock. • The clock setting is maintained for 3 months using the built-in clock battery even without the battery.
  • Page 69: Basic

    Basic Basic Selecting the Recording Mode Switching the mode by rotating the mode dial. Align a desired mode with part A. • Rotate the mode dial slowly and surely to adjust to each mode. ∫ Basic Program AE Mode (P28) The subjects are recorded using your own settings.
  • Page 70 Basic ∫ Advanced Aperture-Priority AE Mode (P82) The shutter speed is automatically determined by the aperture value you set. Shutter-Priority AE Mode (P82) The aperture value is automatically determined by the shutter speed you set. Manual Exposure Mode (P83) The exposure is adjusted by the aperture value and the shutter speed which are manually adjusted.
  • Page 71: Tips For Taking Good Pictures

    Basic Tips for taking good pictures Hold the camera gently with both hands, keep your arms still at your side and stand with your feet slightly apart. • Be careful not to put your fingers on the flash, AF Assist Lamp A, microphone B, speaker or lens etc.
  • Page 72: Taking Pictures With Your Favorite Settings (Program Ae Mode)

    Basic Applicable modes: Taking Pictures with Your Favorite Settings (Program AE 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 [REC] menu. Set the mode dial to [ •...
  • Page 73: Program Shift

    Basic Program Shift In Program AE Mode, you can change the preset aperture value and shutter speed without changing the exposure. This is called Program Shift. You can make the background more blurred by decreasing the aperture value or record a moving subject more dynamically by slowing the shutter speed when taking a picture in Program AE Mode.
  • Page 74: Focusing

    Basic Focusing Aim the AF area at the subject, and then press the shutter button halfway. When the subject is focused When the subject is not Focus focused Focus indication A Blinks AF area B White>Green White>Red Sound Beeps 2 times Beeps 4 times •...
  • Page 75 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 then press the shutter button halfway to fix the focus and exposure.
  • Page 76: Taking Pictures Using The Automatic Function (Intelligent Auto Mode)

    Basic Applicable modes: Taking Pictures Using the Automatic Function (Intelligent Auto 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 77 Basic Changing the settings Following menus can be set. Menu Item ¢ [REC] [PICTURE SIZE] /[COLOR EFFECT]/[MOTION DEBLUR]/ [iHANDHELD NITE]/[FACE RECOG.] [MOTION PICTURE] [REC MODE]/[REC QUALITY] ¢ [SETUP] [CLOCK SET]/[WORLD TIME]/[BEEP] /[LANGUAGE]/ [STABILIZER DEMO.] • For the setting method of the menu, refer to P48. ¢...
  • Page 78 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 79: Recording Motion Pictures

    Basic Applicable modes: Recording Motion Pictures Start recording by pressing the motion picture button. A Available recording time B Elapsed recording time • You can record motion pictures fitting each Recording Mode. • Release the motion picture button right after you press it. •...
  • Page 80 Motion pictures recorded with [PSH] in [AVCHD] can be played back on equipment that is compatible with AVCHD Progressive. • For details on AVCHD Progressive and MP4 compatible devices, refer to the support sites below. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/ (This Site is English only.) - 36 -...
  • Page 81 Basic Note • Built-in memory can only store data as the [VGA] of [MP4]. • The available recording time displayed on the screen may not decrease regularly. • Depending on the type of the card, the card access indication may appear for a while after recording motion pictures.
  • Page 82: Recording Still Pictures While Recording Motion Pictures

    Basic Recording still pictures while recording motion pictures Still pictures can be recorded even while recording a motion picture. (simultaneous recording) During motion picture recording, press the shutter button fully to record a still picture. • The picture is saved with the following conditions. [AVCHD] Picture size [MP4]...
  • Page 83: Playing Back Pictures ([Normal Play])

    Basic Playing Back Pictures ([NORMAL PLAY]) Press [(]. ∫ To finish playback Press [ ( ] again, press the motion picture button or press the shutter button halfway. Note • This camera complies with the DCF standard “Design rule for Camera File system” established by JEITA “Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association”...
  • Page 84: Selecting A Picture

    Basic Selecting a picture Press 2 or 1. 2: Play back the previous picture 1: Play back the next picture A File number B Picture number • Speed of picture forwarding/rewinding changes depending on the playback status. • If you press and hold 2/1, you can play back the pictures in succession. Displaying Multiple Screens (Multi Playback) Rotate the zoom lever towards [L] (W).
  • Page 85: Using The Playback Zoom

    Basic Using the Playback Zoom Rotate the zoom lever towards [Z] (T). 1k>2k>4k>8k>16k • When you rotate the zoom lever towards [L] (W) after enlarging the picture, the magnification becomes lower. • When you change the magnification, the zoom position indication A appears for about 1 second, and the position of the enlarged section can be moved by pressing 3/4/2/1.
  • Page 86: Playing Back Motion Pictures

    Basic Playing Back Motion Pictures This unit was designed to play motion pictures using the AVCHD, MP4 and QuickTime Motion JPEG formats. Press 2/1 to select a picture with a motion picture icon (such as [ ]), and then press 3 to play back.
  • Page 87: Creating Still Pictures From A Motion Picture

    Basic Creating Still Pictures from a Motion Picture You can create a single still picture from a recorded motion picture. Press 3 to pause motion picture playback. Press [MENU/SET]. • Confirmation screen is displayed. It is executed when [YES] is selected. Exit the menu after it is executed.
  • Page 88: Deleting Pictures

    Basic Deleting Pictures Once deleted, pictures cannot be recovered. • Pictures on the built-in memory or the card, which are being played back will be deleted. • Pictures that are not in the DCF standard or those that are protected cannot be deleted. Press [(].
  • Page 89: To Delete Multiple Pictures (Up To 100) Or All The Pictures

    Basic To delete multiple pictures (up to 100) or all the pictures Press [‚]. Press 3/4 to select [DELETE MULTI] or [DELETE ALL] and then press [MENU/SET]. • [DELETE ALL] > Confirmation screen is displayed. Pictures are deleted by selecting [YES]. •...
  • Page 90: 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 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 91 Basic ∫ Switching to other menus e.g.: Switching to the [SETUP] menu from [REC] Mode menu Press [MENU/SET]. Press 2. Press 4 or rotate the rear dial to select the [SETUP] menu icon [ Press 1 or the rear dial. •...
  • Page 92: Setting Menu Items

    Basic Setting menu items • If you set [MENU RESUME] (P60) in the [SETUP] menu to [ON], the screen shows the last selected menu item when the camera was turned off. Example: In the [REC] menu, change [AF MODE] from [Ø] (1-area-focusing) to [š] ¢...
  • Page 93: 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. Items that cannot be used are displayed in gray. Press [Q.MENU] when recording.
  • Page 94: About The Setup Menu

    Basic About the Setup Menu [CLOCK SET], [ECONOMY] and [AUTO REVIEW] are important items. Check their settings before using them. For details on how to select the [SETUP] menu settings, refer to P48. U [CLOCK SET] — • Refer to for details.
  • Page 95 Basic Departure date and return date of the travel as well as the name of the travel destination can be set. You can display the number of days that have passed when playing back the pictures and stamp it on the recorded pictures with [TEXT STAMP] (P144).
  • Page 96 Basic Adjust the volume of the speaker to any of 7 levels. u [VOLUME] • When you connect the camera to a TV, the volume of the TV speakers does not change. Up to 3 current camera settings can be registered as custom settings.
  • Page 97: Recording

    Basic These menu settings make it easier to see the LCD monitor when you are in bright places. [OFF] ¢ „ [AUTO POWER LCD] The brightness is adjusted automatically depending on how bright [LCD MODE] it is around the camera. …...
  • Page 98 Basic This allows you to set either to display or not display the histogram. [OFF]/[ON] A Histogram is a graph that displays brightness along the horizontal axis (black to white) and the [HISTOGRAM] number of pixels at each brightness level on the vertical axis.
  • Page 99 Basic This will switch display between the number of recordable pictures and available recording time. [REMAINING SHOTS]: This will display the number of recordable pictures for still [REMAINING DISP.] pictures. [REMAINING TIME]: This will display the available recording time for motion pictures. When the Auto Review function is activated or when playing back, white saturated areas appear blinking in black and white.
  • Page 100 Basic In Manual Focus, the screen to facilitate focusing on the subject is displayed. [OFF] [MF ASSIST] [ON]: The center of the screen is enlarged over the whole screen. • Refer to for details. You can conserve the battery life by setting these menus. Also, it will turn off the LCD monitor automatically when not in use to prevent discharge of the battery.
  • Page 101 Basic If you selected the Viewfinder in a Recording Mode, the display will automatically switch to the LCD monitor when playing back the pictures. [OFF] [PLAY ON LCD] [ON]: The LCD monitor is turned on when switching from Recording Mode to Playback Mode.
  • Page 102 Basic The [REC] or [SETUP] menu settings are reset to the initial w [RESET] settings. • When the [RESET] setting is selected during recording, the operation that resets the lens is also performed at the same time. You will hear the sound of the lens operating but this is normal and not indicative of malfunctioning.
  • Page 103 Basic Set the format for the HDMI output when playing back on the HDMI compatible high definition TV connected with this unit using the HDMI mini cable (optional). [AUTO]: The output resolution is automatically set based on the information from the connected TV. [1080p]: The progressive method with 1080 available scan lines is used for output.
  • Page 104 If the card cannot be formatted, please try another card before contacting your nearest Service Center. For Canadian assistance, please call: For USA and Puerto Rico assistance, please call: 1-800-99-LUMIX (1-800-995-8649) or 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: send e-mail to: lumixconcierge@ca.panasonic.com http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo - 60 -...
  • Page 105 Basic Set the language displayed on the screen. ~ [LANGUAGE] • If you set a different language by mistake, select [~] from the menu icons to set the desired language. Displays the amount of jitter the camera has detected. ([STABILIZER DEMO.]) The camera’s features are displayed as slide shows.
  • Page 106: About The Lcd Monitor/Viewfinder

    Recording Recording About the LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Press [DISPLAY] to change. • When the menu screen appears, the [DISPLAY] button is not activated. During Playback Zoom, while playing back Motion Pictures and during a Slide Show, you can only select E or G. In Recording Mode ¢1, 2 A Normal display...
  • Page 107 Recording ¢1 If the [HISTOGRAM] in [SETUP] menu is set to [ON], histogram will be displayed. ¢2 You can switch between available recording time and number of recordable pictures by setting [REMAINING DISP.] in [SETUP] menu. ¢ 3 When the number of pictures remaining is more than 1000 or the time remaining in recording motion pictures is more than 1000 seconds, [ ] is displayed.
  • Page 108: Taking Pictures With The Zoom

    Recording Applicable modes: Taking Pictures with the Zoom Using the Optical Zoom/Using the Extended Optical Zoom (EZ)/Using the Intelligent Zoom/Using the Digital Zoom You can zoom-in to make people and objects appear closer or zoom-out to record landscapes in wide angle. To make subjects appear even closer (maximum of 46.9k), do not set the picture size to the highest setting for each aspect ratio (X/Y/W/ To make subjects appear closer use (Tele) Rotate the zoom lever towards Tele.
  • Page 109 Recording ∫ Types of zooms Feature Optical Zoom Extended Optical Zoom (EZ) Maximum ¢ 46.9k magnification Picture No deterioration No deterioration quality [PICTURE SIZE] with (P110) Conditions None selected. Screen display ] is displayed. Feature Intelligent Zoom Digital Zoom Maximum Approximately 1.3k the Optical Zoom 4k the Optical Zoom, Extended Optical magnification...
  • Page 110 Recording Note • The indicated zoom magnification is an approximation. • “EZ” is an abbreviation of “Extended Optical Zoom”. It is possible to take more magnified pictures with the optical zoom. • The lens barrel extends or retracts according to the zoom position. Take care not to interrupt the motion of the lens barrel while the zoom lever is rotated.
  • Page 111: Taking Pictures Using The Flash

    Recording Applicable modes: Taking Pictures using the Flash A To open the flash Press the flash open button. B To close the flash Press the flash until it clicks. • Be sure to close the flash when not in use. •...
  • Page 112 Recording Item Description of settings The flash is automatically activated when the recording conditions make ‡: AUTO it necessary. 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 AUTO/Red-Eye phenomenon (eyes of the subject appearing red in the picture) and then ¢...
  • Page 113 Recording ∫ Available flash settings in Recording Mode The available flash settings depend on the Recording Mode. (±: Available, —: Not available, ¥: Initial setting of Advanced Scene Mode and Scene Mode) ‡ ‰ Œ ‡ ‰ Œ ¢1 — —...
  • Page 114 Recording ∫ The available flash range • The available flash range is an approximation. Wide Tele [AUTO] in 30 cm (0.99 feet) to 9.5 m 1.0 m (3.28 feet) to 5.1 m ¢1 ¢1 [SENSITIVITY] (31.16 feet) (16.73 feet) ¢1 When the [ISO LIMIT SET] (P112) is set to [AUTO].
  • Page 115: Adjust The Flash Output

    Recording Adjust the flash output Adjust the flash output when the subject is small, or the reflectivity is very high or low. Press 3 [È] several times to display [FLASH], and then press 2/1 to set the flash output. • You can adjust from [j2 EV] to [i2 EV] in steps of [1/3 EV].
  • Page 116: Taking Close-Up Pictures

    Recording Applicable modes: Taking Close-up Pictures This mode allows you to take close-up pictures of a subject, e.g. when taking pictures of flowers. You can take pictures of a subject as close as 1 cm (0.04 feet) from the lens by rotating the zoom lever upmost to Wide (1k).
  • Page 117: Taking Pictures With Manual Focus

    Recording Applicable modes: Taking Pictures with Manual Focus Use this function when you want to fix the focus or when the distance between the lens and the subject is determined and you do not want to activate Auto Focus. Set [SIDE LEVER] in the [SETUP] menu to [FOCUS]. (P52) Set the focus selector switch to [MF].
  • Page 118 Recording ∫ MF Assist If [MF ASSIST] (P56) in the [SETUP] menu is set to [ON], when focus is achieved, the MF area (locations that are in focus) is enlarged. • If you press [MENU/SET] while MF Assist is displayed, the MF area can be moved using 3/4/2/1.
  • Page 119: Taking Pictures With The Self-Timer

    Recording Applicable modes: Taking Pictures with the Self-Timer Press 2 [ë]. Press 3/4 to select the item and then press [MENU/SET]. Item Description of settings [OFF] — Picture is taken after 2 seconds. [2SEC.] • When using a tripod etc., this setting is a convenient way to avoid the jitter caused by pressing the shutter button.
  • Page 120: Compensating The Exposure

    Recording Applicable modes: Compensating the Exposure 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] until [EXPOSURE] appears.
  • Page 121: Taking Pictures Using Auto Bracket

    Recording Applicable modes: Taking Pictures Using Auto Bracket In this mode, 3 pictures are automatically recorded in the selected exposure compensation range each time the shutter button is pressed. With Auto Bracket d1 EV 1st picture 2nd picture 3rd picture d0 EV j1 EV i1 EV...
  • Page 122: Taking Pictures Using Burst Mode

    Recording Applicable modes: Taking Pictures Using Burst Mode Pictures are taken continuously while the shutter button is pressed. Burst speed can be selected to match the recording conditions or subjects. Press [˜]. Press 2/1 to select the burst speed and then press [MENU/SET].
  • Page 123 Recording Note • When [ ] or [ ] is set, focus prediction will be performed in a possible range to prioritize the burst speed. Therefore, if you try to take a picture of a subject that is moving fast, it may have trouble with focusing or it may take time to focus.
  • Page 124: Setting The Light Sensitivity

    Recording Applicable modes: Setting the Light Sensitivity 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. Press 1 [ Press 3/4 to select the ISO sensitivity and then press [MENU/SET] to set.
  • Page 125 Recording ∫ About [ ] (Intelligent ISO sensitivity control) automatically sets the optimum ISO The camera detects movement of the subject and then sensitivity and shutter speed to suit the movement of the subject and brightness of the scene to minimize the jitter of the subject. •...
  • Page 126: Taking Pictures By Specifying The Aperture/Shutter Speed

    Recording Applicable modes: Taking Pictures by Specifying the Aperture/ Shutter Speed Aperture-Priority AE Set the aperture value to a higher number when you want a sharp focus background. Set the aperture value to a lower number when you want a soft focus background. Set the mode dial to [ Rotate the rear dial to set the aperture value.
  • Page 127: Manual Exposure Mode

    Recording Manual Exposure Mode Determine the exposure by manually setting the aperture value and the shutter speed. The Manual Exposure Assistance appears on the lower portion of the screen to indicate the exposure. Set the mode dial to [ Rotate the rear dial to set the aperture and shutter speed.
  • Page 128: Taking Pictures With Different Image Effects (Creative Control Mode)

    Recording Applicable modes: Taking Pictures with different image effects (Creative Control Mode) While checking the subject on the screen, you can set desired effects and continue taking pictures. Set the mode dial to [ Press 3/4 to select an item, and then press [MENU/SET].
  • Page 129 Recording Adjust the [MINIATURE EFFECT] settings Blurring above and below or to the left and right of the set range, it will look as though the picture was of a miniature. Select [MINIATURE EFFECT] using Step and then press [MENU/SET]. Press 4 to display the setting screen.
  • Page 130: Taking Expressive Portraits And Landscape Pictures (Advanced Scene Mode)

    Recording Applicable modes: Taking Expressive Portraits and Landscape Pictures (Advanced Scene Mode) You can take high-quality pictures of such subjects as people, scenery, sporting events and activities, people in night scenes and flowers in accordance with the surrounding conditions. Set the mode dial. Press 3/4 to select the Advanced Scene Mode.
  • Page 131: [Scenery]

    Recording [SCENERY] This allows you to take pictures of a wide landscape. [NORMAL SCENERY] [ARCHITECTURE] [NATURE] [SPORTS] Set here when you want to take pictures of sports scenes or other fast-moving events. [NORMAL SPORTS] [INDOOR SPORTS] [OUTDOOR SPORTS] Note • This mode is suitable for taking pictures of subjects at distances of 5 m (16.4 feet) or more.
  • Page 132: [Night Portrait]

    Recording [NIGHT PORTRAIT] This allows you to take pictures of a person and the background with near real-life brightness. [NIGHT PORTRAIT] [HANDHELD NITE SHOT] [NIGHT SCENERY] [ILLUMINATIONS] ∫ Handheld Night Shot This mode allows you to record multiple pictures of night scenes at high speed, which are combined to make a single picture.
  • Page 133: Taking Pictures That Match The Scene Being Recorded (Scene Mode)

    Recording Applicable modes: Taking Pictures that Match the Scene Being Recorded (Scene Mode) When you select a Scene Mode to match the subject and recording situation, the camera sets the optimal exposure and hue to obtain the desired picture. Set the mode dial to [ Press 3/4/2/1 to select the Scene Mode and then press [MENU/SET].
  • Page 134: [Panorama Assist]

    Recording [PANORAMA ASSIST] You can take pictures with connections suitable for creating panorama images. ∫ Setting the recording direction Press 3/4 to select the recording direction and then press [MENU/SET]. • The horizontal/vertical guideline will be displayed. Take the picture. •...
  • Page 135: [Candle Light]

    Recording [CANDLE LIGHT] This mode allows you to take pictures with a candle-lit atmosphere. ∫ Technique for Candle Light Mode • This is more effective when taking pictures without using the flash. Note • We recommend using a tripod and the Self-timer for taking pictures. •...
  • Page 136: [Pet]

    Recording [PET] Select this mode when you want to take pictures of a pet such as a dog or a cat. You can set your pet’s birthday and name. For information about [AGE] or [NAME], refer to [BABY1]/[BABY2] on P91. [SUNSET] Select this when you want to take pictures of sunset view.
  • Page 137: [Panning]

    Recording [PANNING] When you move the camera to follow a subject moving in one direction such as a runner or car, the background becomes a blur and the subject stays focused. This effect is called “panning”. This mode allows you to obtain this effect easier. ∫...
  • Page 138: [Starry Sky]

    Recording [STARRY SKY] This 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.] or [30 SEC.]. • Press the shutter button fully to display the countdown screen. Do not move the camera after this screen is displayed.
  • Page 139: [Beach]

    Recording [BEACH] This allows you to take even more vivid pictures of the blue color of the sea, sky etc. It also prevents under exposure of people under strong sunlight. Note • Do not touch the camera with wet hands. •...
  • Page 140: [Photo Frame]

    Recording [PHOTO FRAME] Record the image with a frame around it. ∫ Setting the frame Select from 3 types of frames. Note • The picture size is fixed to 2M (4:3). • The color of the frame displayed on the screen and the color of the frame around the actual image may differ, but this is not a malfunction.
  • Page 141: [3D Photo Mode]

    Recording [3D PHOTO MODE] Pictures are recorded continuously while moving the camera horizontally, and two pictures selected automatically are combined to make a single 3D picture. To view 3D pictures, a television that supports 3D is required. (This unit will play back in Refer to P160 for details about the playback method.
  • Page 142: Recording Motion Picture With Manual Settings (Creative Video Mode)

    Recording Applicable modes: Recording Motion Picture with Manual Settings (Creative Video Mode) It is possible to manually change the aperture and shutter speed and record motion pictures. Switching the [EXPOSURE MODE] allows you to use settings such as those when mode dial is switched to [ ], [ ], [ ] and [...
  • Page 143 Recording Note • The settings of the aperture value, shutter speed and exposure compensation can be changed during motion picture recording. In this case, care must be taken because the sounds of such operations may be recorded. • Manually setting a higher shutter speed may increase the noise on-screen due to the higher sensitivity.
  • Page 144: Taking Pictures In Custom Mode

    Recording Applicable modes: Taking Pictures in Custom Mode You can select one of your own custom settings saved with [CUST. SET MEM.] to suit the picture-taking conditions. Registering Personal Menu Settings (Registering custom settings) Set the mode dial to select the mode you wish to save, and then set the menu on the camera.
  • Page 145 Recording ∫ Taking pictures with registered menu settings Set the mode dial to [ Press 3/4 to select the custom settings you want to use. • Press [DISPLAY] to display the settings for each menu item. (Press 2/1 to change between screens, and press [DISPLAY] to return to the selection screen.) Displayed main menu items Recording Mode...
  • Page 146: Taking A Picture With Face Recognition Function

    Recording Applicable modes: Recording Taking a Picture with Face Recognition Function Face Recognition is a function which finds a face resembling a registered face and prioritizes focus and exposure automatically. Even if the person is located towards the back or on the end of a line in a group photo, the camera can still take a clear picture. [FACE RECOG.] is initially set to [OFF] on the camera.
  • Page 147: Face Settings

    Recording Face Settings You can register information such as names and birthdays for face images of up to 6 people. Registration can be facilitated by taking multiple face images of each person. (up to 3 pictures/registration) ∫ Point of recording when registering the face images (Good example for •...
  • Page 148 Recording Select item to edit with 3/4, and then press 1. • You can register up to 3 face images. Item Description of settings It is possible to register names. Press 4 to select [SET] and then press [MENU/SET]. [NAME] Enter the name.
  • Page 149: Setting Auto Registration/Sensitivity

    Recording Change or delete the information for a registered person You can modify the pictures or information of an already registered person. You can also delete the information of the registered person. Select [FACE RECOG.] from the [REC] Mode menu, and then press 1. (P48) Press 4 to select [MEMORY] and press [MENU/SET].
  • Page 150 Recording Auto Registration When [AUTO REGISTRATION] is set to [ON], the registration screen will display automatically after taking a picture of a face that has a high number of appearances. Registration screen is displayed after approximately 3 pictures. Press 3 to select [YES] and then press [MENU/SET]. •...
  • Page 151: Entering Text

    Recording Entering Text It is possible to enter babies’ and pets’ names and the names of travel destinations when recording. (Only alphabetical characters and symbols can be entered.) Display the entry screen and press 4 to move to the character selection section.
  • Page 152: Using The [Rec] Mode Menu

    Recording Using the [REC] Mode Menu For details on [REC] Mode menu settings, refer to P48. [PHOTO STYLE] Applicable modes: 6 effects can be selected to match the image you wish to record. It is possible to adjust the items such as color or picture quality of the effect to your desire. [STANDARD] This is the standard setting.
  • Page 153: [Aspect Ratio]

    Recording ∫ Adjusting the picture quality Press 2/1 to select the type of Photo Style. Press 3/4 to select the items, and then press 2/1 to adjust. Item Effect Increases the difference between the brightness and the darkness in the picture. [CONTRAST] Decreases the difference between the brightness and the darkness in the picture.
  • Page 154: [Picture Size]

    Recording [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. [ASPECT RATIO]: [X] [ASPECT RATIO]: [Y] [12M] 4000k3000 [10.5M] 4000k2672...
  • Page 155: [Quality]

    Recording [QUALITY] Applicable modes: Set the compression rate at which the pictures are to be stored. A JPEG image in which image quality was given priority. [›] A standard image quality JPEG image. JPEG This is useful for increasing the number of shots without changing the number of pixels.
  • Page 156: [Iso Limit Set]

    Recording [ISO LIMIT SET] Applicable modes: It will select optimal ISO sensitivity with set value as limit depending on the brightness of the subject. [AUTO]/[200]/[400]/[800]/[1600]/[3200] Note • Setting items below will be selectable in Creative Video Mode. [AUTO]/[200]/[400]/[800]/[1600]/[3200]/[6400] • It is possible to set when the [SENSITIVITY] is set to [AUTO] or [ [ISO INCREMENTS] Applicable modes: ISO sensitivity settings between [ISO100] and [ISO3200] are changed for every 1/3 EV.
  • Page 157: [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. [AWB] Automatic adjustment When taking pictures outdoors under a clear sky...
  • Page 158 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.
  • Page 159 Recording Finely adjusting the White Balance You can finely adjust the White Balance when you cannot acquire the desired hue by setting the White Balance. • You can set from the Quick Menu. (P49) Select White Balance and then press 1. •...
  • Page 160: [Face Recog.]

    Recording White Balance Bracket Bracket setting is performed based on the adjustment values for the white balance fine adjustment, and 3 pictures with different colors are automatically recorded when the shutter button is pressed once. Press [DISPLAY] in step of the “Finely adjusting the White Balance”...
  • Page 161: [Af Mode]

    Recording [AF MODE] Applicable modes: This allows the focusing method that suits the positions and number of the subjects to be selected. [š]: Face Detection The camera automatically detects the person’s face. The focus and exposure can then be adjusted to fit that face no matter what portion of the picture it is in.
  • Page 162 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 faces within the yellow AF areas are also focused.
  • Page 163 Recording ∫ Setting up [ ] (AF Tracking) Bring the subject to the AF tracking frame, and press [AF/AE LOCK] to lock the subject. A AF tracking frame • AF area will be displayed in yellow when a subject is recognized, and exposure and focus will automatically adjust continuously following the subject’s movement (Dynamic tracking).
  • Page 164: [Quick Af]

    Recording ∫ Changing position and size of the AF area (Only when [Ø] is selected) If you performing any of the following operations, the screen will switch to the settings menu. • When [Ø] is selected, press [FOCUS]. • From the menu screen, select [Ø], and press •...
  • Page 165: [Af/Ae Lock]

    Recording [AF/AE LOCK] Applicable modes: Take a picture with the focus or exposure locked. This is a technique for setting the focus and the exposure in advance when the subject is outside the focus area or when the contrast is too sharp and the appropriate exposure cannot be achieved.
  • Page 166: [Metering Mode]

    Recording [METERING MODE] Applicable modes: Type of optical measurement to measure brightness can be changed. [C]: Multiple This is the method in which the camera measures the most suitable exposure by judging the allocation of brightness on the whole screen automatically. Usually, we recommend using this method.
  • Page 167: (Intelligent Dynamic Range Control)

    Recording [I.DYNAMIC] (Intelligent dynamic range control) 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 how you see. [OFF]/[LOW]/[STANDARD]/[HIGH] Note • Even when the [SENSITIVITY] is set to [ISO100], [SENSITIVITY] may be set higher than [ISO100] if the picture is taken with [I.DYNAMIC] set to valid.
  • Page 168: [I.resolution]

    Recording [I.RESOLUTION] Applicable modes: Pictures with sharp profile and resolution can be taken by utilising the Intelligent Resolution Technology. [OFF] — [ON] [I.RESOLUTION] is activated. [i.ZOOM] [I.RESOLUTION] is activated, and the zoom magnification is increased by approximately 1.3 without noticeable deterioration in the picture. Note •...
  • Page 169: [Stabilizer]

    Recording [STABILIZER] Applicable modes: Using this mode, jitter during picture taking is detected, and the camera automatically compensates for the jitter, enabling jitter-free images to be taken. When recording motion pictures, “Active Mode” (stabilizer for motion pictures) will automatically function. This decreases the jitter of the image when recording motion pictures while walking, etc.
  • Page 170: [Af Assist Lamp]

    Recording [AF ASSIST LAMP] Applicable modes: AF Assist Lamp will illuminate the subject when the shutter button is pressed half-way making it easier for the camera to focus when recording in low light conditions. (Larger AF area is displayed depending on the recording conditions.) [OFF]/[ON] Note •...
  • Page 171: [Red-Eye Removal]

    Recording [RED-EYE REMOVAL] Applicable modes: When Red-Eye Reduction ([ ], [ ], [ ]) is selected, Digital Red-Eye Correction is performed whenever the flash is used. The camera automatically detects red-eye and corrects the picture. [OFF]/[ON] Note • Only available when [AF MODE] is set to [š] and Face Detection is active. •...
  • Page 172: Using The [Motion Picture] Mode Menu

    Recording Using the [MOTION PICTURE] Mode Menu In Creative Video Mode, the settable [REC] menu will be displayed in the [MOTION PICTURE] menu. In [3D PHOTO MODE] in Scene Mode, the [MOTION PICTURE] menu will not be displayed. For details on [MOTION PICTURE] Mode menu settings, refer to P48. [REC MODE] Applicable modes: This sets up the data format of motion pictures.
  • Page 173: [Rec Quality]

    In [HIGH SPEED VIDEO] in Scene Mode, it is fixed to [QVGA] in the Motion JPEG format. • To play back AVCHD motion pictures recorded with this unit on Panasonic Blu-ray Disc Players (DMP-BD30/DMP-BD31/DMP-BD50) it is necessary to update the firmware of the Blu-ray Disc Player.
  • Page 174: [Exposure Mode]

    Recording [EXPOSURE MODE] Applicable modes: This changes the setup in Creative Video Mode. Note • Refer to for details. [CONTINUOUS AF] Applicable modes: It will continually keep on focusing to the subject that the focus was once set. [OFF]/[ON] Note •...
  • Page 175: [Wind Cut]

    Recording [WIND CUT] Applicable modes: This prevents the recording of wind-noise automatically. [OFF]/[AUTO] Note • Sound quality may be different than usual when [WIND CUT] is set. • It is fixed to [OFF] in the following cases. – In [MINIATURE EFFECT] in Creative Control Mode –...
  • Page 176: Playback/Editing

    Playback/Editing Playback/Editing Playing Back Burst Pictures ∫ About the burst picture group Pictures taken with burst set to [ ] or [ ] are recorded as speed a single burst picture group. The burst icon [ ˜ ] A will be displayed for the burst picture group. •...
  • Page 177 Playback/Editing Continuously playing back burst pictures Press 2/1 to select a picture with a burst icon [˜], and then press 3. ∫ Operations when continuously playing back the burst picture group The cursor displayed during playback is the same as 3/4/2/1. Play/Pause Stop ¢...
  • Page 178: Editing Burst Pictures

    Playback/Editing Editing Burst Pictures Editing in burst picture group units (All pictures in the burst picture group) Press [MENU/SET] during playback to display the [PLAYBACK] Mode menu. (P48) Press 3/4 to select item, and press 1. Select [SINGLE] or [MULTI] and then press [MENU/SET]. Select an image with burst icon [˜], and perform editing.
  • Page 179: Various Methods To Play Back

    Playback/Editing Various methods to play back You can play back the recorded pictures in various methods. Press [MENU/SET] during playback. Press 1. Press 3/4 to select the item and then press [MENU/SET]. • Following items can be selected. ¢ [2D/3D SETTINGS] [MODE PLAY] (P139) [NORMAL PLAY]...
  • Page 180: [Slide Show]

    Playback/Editing [SLIDE SHOW] You can play back the pictures you have taken in synchronisation with music, and you can do this in sequence while leaving a fixed interval between each of the pictures. You can also put together a slide show composed of only still pictures, only motion pictures, only 3D pictures etc.
  • Page 181 Playback/Editing ∫ Operations performed during slide show The cursor displayed during playback is the same as 3/4/2/1. Play/Pause Stop ¢ Back to previous picture ¢ Ahead to next picture Reduce volume level Increase volume level ¢ These operations can be performed only in the Pause Mode, during Motion Picture and Burst Picture Group playback.
  • Page 182 Playback/Editing ∫ Changing the slide show settings You can change the settings for slide show playback by selecting [EFFECT] or [SETUP] on the slide show menu screen. [EFFECT] This allows you to select the screen effects when switching from one picture to the next. [NATURAL], [SLOW], [SWING], [URBAN], [OFF], [AUTO] •...
  • Page 183: [Mode Play]

    Playback/Editing [MODE PLAY] Pictures are classified into only still pictures, only motion pictures, or only 3D pictures, and played back. Press 3/4 to select the item and then press [MENU/ SET]. • Refer to P160 for the method to play back [3D PLAY] pictures in 3D. [CATEGORY PLAY] 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...
  • Page 184: Using The [Playback] Mode Menu

    Playback/Editing Using the [PLAYBACK] Mode Menu You can setup pictures to be uploaded to image sharing sites and perform editing like cropping recorded pictures, as well as set up the protection of recorded images, etc. • With [TEXT STAMP], [RESIZE], [CROPPING] or [LEVELING], 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 185: [Upload Set]

    Playback/Editing [UPLOAD SET] It is possible to setup the images to be uploaded to the image sharing sites (Facebook/ YouTube) on this unit. • You can only upload motion pictures to YouTube, while you may upload both motion pictures and still pictures to Facebook. •...
  • Page 186: [Title Edit]

    Playback/Editing [TITLE EDIT] You can add text (comments) to pictures. After text has been registered, it can be stamped in prints using [TEXT STAMP] (P144). Select [TITLE EDIT] on the [PLAYBACK] Mode menu. (P48) Press 3/4 to select [SINGLE] or [MULTI] and then press [MENU/ SET].
  • Page 187: [Video Divide]

    Playback/Editing [VIDEO DIVIDE] Recorded motion picture can be d in two. It is recommended for when you want to divide a part you need with a part you do not need. divide It cannot be restored once divided. Select [VIDEO DIVIDE] on the [PLAYBACK] Mode menu. (P48) Press 2/1 to select the motion picture to divide, and then press [MENU/SET].
  • Page 188: [Text Stamp]

    Playback/Editing [TEXT STAMP] You can stamp the recording date/time, name, location, Travel Date or title onto the recorded pictures. Select [TEXT STAMP] on the [PLAYBACK] Mode menu. (P48) Press 3/4 to select [SINGLE] or [MULTI] and then press [MENU/ SET]. [SINGLE] [MULTI] Select the picture, and then...
  • Page 189 Playback/Editing Press 3/4 to select the settings, and then press [MENU/SET]. Item Setting item [OFF] [SHOOTING DATE] [W/OTIME]: Stamp the year, month and day. [WITHTIME]: Stamp the year, month, day, hour and minutes. [OFF] Stamps names registered in name settings for [NAME] [FACE RECOG.].
  • Page 190: [Resize]

    Playback/Editing [RESIZE] To allow easy posting to web pages, attachment to e-mail etc., picture size (number of pixels) is reduced. Select [RESIZE] on the [PLAYBACK] Mode menu. (P48) Press 3/4 to select [SINGLE] or [MULTI] and then press [MENU/ SET]. Select the picture and size.
  • Page 191: [Cropping]

    Playback/Editing [CROPPING] You can enlarge and then crop the important part of the recorded picture. Select [CROPPING] on the [PLAYBACK] Mode menu. (P48) 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 192: [Leveling]

    Playback/Editing [LEVELING] Minute tilting of the image can be adjusted. Select [LEVELING] on the [PLAYBACK] Mode menu. (P48) Press 2/1 to select the picture, and then press [MENU/SET]. Press 2/1 to adjust the tilting, and press [MENU/ SET]. 1: clockwise 2: counter-clockwise •...
  • Page 193: [Rotate Disp.]

    Playback/Editing [ROTATE DISP.] This mode allows you to automatically display pictures vertically if they were recorded holding the camera vertically. Select [ROTATE DISP.] on the [PLAYBACK] Mode menu. (P48) Press 4 to select [ON] and then press [MENU/SET]. • The pictures are displayed without being rotated when you select [OFF]. Note •...
  • Page 194: [Favorite]

    Playback/Editing [FAVORITE] You can do the following if a mark has been added to pictures and they have been set as favorites. – Play back only the pictures set as favorites. ([FAVORITE PLAY]) – Play back the pictures set as favorites only as a slide show. –...
  • Page 195: [Print Set]

    When you set [PRINT SET] for a burst picture group, the print setting for the number of prints will be applied to every picture in the group. For more information visit: http://panasonic.jp/dc/dpof_110/white_e.htm Select [PRINT SET] on the [PLAYBACK] Mode menu. (P48) Press 3/4 to select [SINGLE] or [MULTI] and then press [MENU/ SET].
  • Page 196 Playback/Editing ∫ Canceling all the [PRINT SET] settings Select [PRINT SET] on the [PLAYBACK] Mode menu. Press 3/4 to select [CANCEL] and then press [MENU/SET]. • Confirmation screen is displayed. It is executed when [YES] is selected. Exit the menu after it is executed. ∫...
  • Page 197: [Protect]

    Playback/Editing [PROTECT] You can set protection for pictures you do not want to be deleted by mistake. Select [PROTECT] on the [PLAYBACK] Mode menu. (P48) Press 3/4 to select [SINGLE] or [MULTI] and then press [MENU/ SET]. [SINGLE] [MULTI] Select the picture, and then press [MENU/SET] to set.
  • Page 198: [Face Rec Edit]

    Playback/Editing [FACE REC EDIT] You can delete or change the information relating to Face Recognition for the selected picture. Select [FACE REC EDIT] on the [PLAYBACK] Mode menu. (P48) Press 3/4 to select [REPLACE] or [DELETE] and then press [MENU/ SET].
  • Page 199: [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] Mode menu. (P48) Press 3/4 to select the copy destination and then press [MENU/ SET].
  • Page 200: Connecting To Other Equipment

    To connect with an HDMI mini cable (optional) REMOTE • Always use a genuine Panasonic HDMI mini cable (RP-CDHM15, RP-CDHM30; optional). Part numbers: RP-CDHM15 (1.5 m) (5 feet), RP-CDHM30 (3.0 m) (10 feet) • Check the [HDMI MODE].
  • Page 201 • Proper playback (aspect ratio) will be dependent on the TV used for viewing. • Motion pictures recorded with [FSH] or [SH] in [AVCHD] can be played back on Panasonic TVs (VIERA) with the AVCHD logo mark. • For cards compatible with playback, refer to the operating instructions of the TV.
  • Page 202: Using Viera Link (Hdmi)

    VIERA Link™ is a new name for EZ Sync™. • This function allows you to use your remote control for the Panasonic TV for easy operations when this unit has been connected to a VIERA Link compatible device using a HDMI mini cable (optional) for automatic linked operations.
  • Page 203 Available linked operations between this unit and a Panasonic TV is different depending on the types of Panasonic TVs even if they are compatible with VIERA Link. Refer to the operating instructions of the TV for the operations that support on the TV.
  • Page 204: Playing Back 3D Pictures

    3D compatible television with an SD card slot. For current information regarding devices that can play back 3D pictures recorded with this unit, please refer to the below support site. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/ (This Site is English only.) Preparations: Set the [HDMI MODE] to [1080i]. (P59)
  • Page 205 Connecting to other equipment Note • When the picture is not appropriate to view in 3D (disparity is too large, etc.) – [SLIDE SHOW]: The picture will be played back in 2D. – [MODE PLAY]: Confirmation screen is displayed. Select whether or not to play back the picture in 3D. •...
  • Page 206: Saving The Recorded Still Pictures And Motion Pictures

    File formats that can be used: [JPEG], [AVCHD] It is possible to copy onto Blu-ray disc, DVD disc, or hard disk by inserting an SD card with still pictures and motion pictures recorded by this unit into a Panasonic Blu-ray Disc Recorder or DVD Recorder.
  • Page 207: Copy The Playback Image Using An Av Cable

    Connecting to other equipment Copy the playback image using an AV cable File formats that can be used: [AVCHD], [MP4], [Motion JPEG] Copy images played back with this unit to Blu-ray disc, DVD disc, hard disk, or video using a Blu-ray Disc Recorder, DVD recorder, or video. This can be played back with equipment that is not compatible with high definition, so it is convenient for distributing copies.
  • Page 208: Copying To A Pc Using "Photofunstudio

    Connecting to other equipment Copying to a PC using “PHOTOfunSTUDIO” File formats that can be used: [JPEG], [RAW], [MPO], [AVCHD], [MP4], [Motion JPEG] It is possible to acquire still pictures and motion pictures recorded in [AVCHD] or [MP4] formats, or create conventional standard quality DVD video from the motion picture that was recorded as [AVCHD], using “PHOTOfunSTUDIO”...
  • Page 209: Connecting To A 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 • You can easily print out or mail the pictures you have imported. Use of the “PHOTOfunSTUDIO”...
  • Page 210: Acquiring Of Still Pictures And [Mp4] Motion Pictures (Other Than [Avchd] Motion Pictures)

    Connecting to other equipment Acquiring of still pictures and [MP4] motion pictures (other than [AVCHD] motion pictures) Preparations: Turn on the camera and the PC. Remove the card before using the pictures in the built-in memory. REMOTE A USB connection cable (supplied) •...
  • Page 211 Connecting to other equipment ∫ Viewing the contents of the built-in memory or card using the PC (folder composition) For Windows: A drive ([Removable Disk]) is displayed in [Computer] For Mac: A drive ([LUMIX], [NO_NAME] or [Untitled]) is displayed on the desktop •...
  • Page 212: Uploading The Images To Sharing Sites

    Connecting to other equipment Uploading the images to sharing sites Still pictures and motion pictures can be uploaded to image sharing sites (Facebook/ YouTube) using the upload tool “LUMIX Image Uploader”. You do not need to transfer the images to the PC or install dedicated software onto the PC, so you can easily upload the images even away from your home or work if there is a PC that is connected to the network.
  • Page 213: Printing The Pictures

    Connecting to other equipment Printing the Pictures If you connect the camera to a printer supporting PictBridge, you can select the pictures to be printed out and instruct that printing be started on the camera’s LCD monitor. • Burst pictures will be displayed as a list, and not as a group. •...
  • Page 214: 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 100-0001 100-0001 100-0001 [MENU/SET]. PLEASE SELECT THE PICTURE TO PRINT MULTI PRINT MULTI PRINT MULTI PRINT SELECT SELECT SELECT PRINT...
  • Page 215: 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 216 Connecting to other equipment [PAPER SIZE] Item Description of settings 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]...
  • Page 217 Connecting to other equipment [PAGE LAYOUT] (Layouts for printing that can be set with this unit) Item Description of settings Settings on the printer are prioritized. 1 picture with no frame on 1 page á 1 picture with a frame on 1 page â...
  • Page 218: Optional Accessories

    Others Others Optional accessories Conversion Lens (optional) With the optional conversion lenses, you can record even more faraway pictures and take close-up pictures of smaller subjects. Preparations: Remove the lens cap and lens hood. Attach the lens adapter. • Rotate the lens adapter slowly and carefully. Attach the tele conversion lens.
  • Page 219 Others Select [CONVERSION] on the [REC] Mode menu. (P48) • P127 Refer to for [CONVERSION]. Press 3/4 to select [ ], and then press [MENU/SET] to set. • Set in same way to select [ ] too. • Always set to [OFF] when the conversion lens is taken off. Note •...
  • Page 220 Others External Flash (optional) After attaching the external flash (DMW-FL220, DMW-FL360, DMW-FL500; optional), the effective range will be increased when compared to the camera’s built in flash. Preparations: Turn off the camera and close the built-in flash. ∫ Using the dedicated flash (DMW-FL220; optional) Attach the dedicated flash to the hot shoe and then turn on the camera and the dedicated flash.
  • Page 221 Others Note • You can set the aperture value, the shutter speed and the ISO sensitivity on the camera even when attaching the external flash. • Some commercial external flashes have synchro terminals with high-voltage or reversed polarity. Using such extra flashes may cause a malfunction or the camera may not operate normally.
  • Page 222 Burst Mode. The remote shutter works similar to the shutter button on the camera. Note • Always use a genuine Panasonic remote shutter (DMW-RSL1; optional). • You cannot operate the camera with the remote shutter in the following cases. –...
  • Page 223 Others AC adaptor (optional)/DC coupler (For shop display purpose only) The AC Adaptor (optional) can only be used with the designated Panasonic DC coupler (For shop display purpose only). The AC adaptor (optional) cannot be used by itself. Preparations: Turn the power switch to [OFF] and confirm that the lens barrel is retracted.
  • Page 224: Screen Display

    Others Screen Display ∫ In recording Recording Mode Wind cut (P131) : Zoom Microphone (P131) VIVID VIVID VIVID 15 15 15 Flash Mode (P67) AF Macro Mode (P72) : MF (P73) White Balance (P113) White Balance Fine Adjustment (P115) ISO Sensitivity (P80) F2.8 F2.8...
  • Page 225 Others 19 Rear dial (P29, 20 Current date and time/“: World Time (P50) Number of days that have passed since the departure date (P51) Location (P51) Name (P91) (P91) 21 Shutter speed (P28) : Minimum Shutter Speed (P123) 22 Self-timer Mode (P75) 23 Aperture value (P28)
  • Page 226 Others ∫ In playback Playback Mode (P135) 1 2 3 4 6 7 8 Protected Picture (P153) Favorites (P150) VIVID VIVID VIVID Stamped with Text Indication (P144) 100-0001 100-0001 100-0001 Photo Style (P108) 1/15 1/15 1/15 Picture Size (P110) Quality (P111) Battery Indication (P16)
  • Page 227: 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 228 Others Cleaning Before cleaning the camera, remove the battery or the DC coupler (For shop display purpose only), 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 229 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. This reaction is susceptible to the surrounding temperature and humidity. If the temperature is too high or too low, the operating time of the battery will become shorter.
  • Page 230 Others About 3D ∫ About 3D viewing Anyone who is hyper sensitive to light, suffers from heart disease or is otherwise unwell should avoid viewing 3D pictures. • Doing may have an adverse affect on such medical conditions. If you feel tired, uncomfortable or otherwise strange when viewing 3D pictures, stop viewing at once.
  • Page 231 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 232 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 233: Message Display

    Others Message Display Confirmation messages or error messages will be displayed on the screen in some cases. The major messages are described below as examples. [THIS PICTURE IS PROTECTED] > Delete the picture after canceling the protect setting. (P153) [THIS PICTURE CANNOT BE DELETED]/[SOME PICTURES CANNOT BE DELETED] •...
  • Page 234 Others [MEMORY CARD ERROR FORMAT THIS CARD?] • It is a format that cannot be used with this unit. > Insert a different card. > Format the card again with the camera after saving necessary data on a PC etc. (P60) The data on the card will be deleted.
  • Page 235 3D. [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 your nearest Service Center. •...
  • Page 236: Troubleshooting

    Others Troubleshooting First, try out the following procedures (P192 to 201). If the problem is not resolved, it may be improved by selecting [RESET] (P58) on the [SETUP] menu. Battery and power source The camera cannot be operated even when it is turned on. The camera turns off immediately after it is turned on.
  • Page 237 Others The recorded picture is too bright or dark. > Check that the exposure is correctly compensated. (P76) • Setting the [MIN. SHTR SPEED] to faster speed might make the picture darker. > Set the [MIN. SHTR SPEED] (P123) to slower speed. Multiple pictures are taken at one time.
  • Page 238 Others The brightness or the hue of the recorded picture is different from the actual scene. • When recording under fluorescent or LED lighting fixture etc., increasing the shutter speed may introduce slight changes to brightness and color. These are a result of the characteristics of the light source and do not indicate a malfunction.
  • Page 239 Others Lens Recorded image may be warped, or nonexistent color is surrounding the subject. • 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. Also, the peripherals of the image might look warped because the perspective is enhanced when the wide angle is used.
  • Page 240 Others Flash The flash is not activated. • Is the flash closed? > Press [ OPEN] to open the flash. (P67) • Flash Mode is not available when Auto Bracket (P77) or Burst have been set. The flash is activated multiple times. •...
  • Page 241 Others With a calendar search, pictures are displayed on dates differing from the actual dates on which the pictures were taken. • Is the clock in the camera set properly? (P23) • When pictures edited using a PC or pictures taken by other equipment are searched, they may be displayed on dates differing from the actual dates on which the pictures were taken.
  • Page 242 Others TV, PC and printer The picture does not appear on the television. • Is the camera connected to the TV correctly? > Set the TV input to external input mode. The display areas on the TV screen and the camera’s LCD monitor are different. •...
  • Page 243 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 244 Others Others When shaking the camera, there is a rattling sound. In the following cases, there is no problem with the camera, so do not worry. • There is a rattling sound when the camera is shaken while the power is off or during Playback Mode.
  • Page 245 Others The lens clicks. • When the brightness changes due to zoom or camera movement etc., the lens may click and the picture on the screen may drastically change. However, the picture is not affected. The sound is caused by the automatic adjustment of the aperture. This is not a malfunction. The clock is reset.
  • Page 246 Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries. • HDAVI Control™ is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation. • QuickTime and the QuickTime logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Apple Inc., used under license therefrom.
  • Page 247: Operating Instructions

    Operating Instructions Digital photo management software PHOTOfunSTUDIO 6.5 BD Edition Thank you for using PHOTOfunSTUDIO. Before use, please read these instructions carefully. © Panasonic Corporation 2011...
  • Page 248 Contents Setting as Favorites …………………………… When using for the first time Using right-click menus……………………… What can this software do?……………………… Viewing pictures Copying recorded pictures to a PC and displaying them …………………………………… Displaying the playback window ……………… Displaying detailed picture information ……… Before use Playing back slide shows ………………………...
  • Page 249 Contents Editing still pictures Editing motion pictures Rotating pictures ……………………………… Creating still pictures from motion pictures … Resizing a picture ……………………………… Deleting a part of a motion picture ………… Retouching pictures …………………………… Converting motion pictures to MPEG2 ……… Creating a panorama picture by stitching Writing to a memory card or Blu-ray Disc/DVD …...
  • Page 250: When Using For The First Time What Can This Software Do

    When using for the first time What can this software do? Copy from a digital camera to a PC still pictures and motion pictures with this software Send by e-mail Post on the Internet View/Categorize Create a Blu-ray still pictures and motion pictures Disc/DVD Create a short movie from motion pictures...
  • Page 251: Copying Recorded Pictures To A Pc And Displaying Them

    When using for the first time Copying recorded pictures to a PC and displaying them Here, the procedure is described for copying and displaying still pictures or motion pictures that are recorded with a digital camera onto a PC. Connect Copy View a digital camera to a PC (→6)
  • Page 252: Turn On The Digital Camera

    When using for the first time Copying recorded pictures to a PC and displaying them Connect a digital camera to a PC (→18) Start the PC. Turn on the digital camera. Connect with the supplied USB connection cable. Set the digital camera to PC connection.
  • Page 253 When using for the first time Copying recorded pictures to a PC and displaying them Copy pictures (→21) If there are any pictures that you do not want to copy, click and deselect them. When the box in the top left of a picture is selected, the picture will be copied to the PC.
  • Page 254 When using for the first time Copying recorded pictures to a PC and displaying them Click the copy destination folder. Select the setting for the subfolder to create in the copy destination folder. For example, if you select [Day of acquisition], a folder with today’s date is created and the pictures are copied to this folder.
  • Page 255 When using for the first time Copying recorded pictures to a PC and displaying them View copied pictures (→38) Click the folder that contains copied pictures. If the subfolder is not displayed, click Searching for pictures. You can also search for pictures that you want to view by using the slider to enlarge a reduced picture (thumbnail).
  • Page 256: Before Use Introduction

    Before use Introduction About the contents of these instructions Precautions for use ● ● If the PC is not restarted after installation, PHOTOfunSTUDIO may Please note that some of the explanations and screens covered in these operating instructions may differ from the actual screens not operate properly.
  • Page 257 Please note in advance that Panasonic is not liable in any way for any direct or indirect damage or loss resulting from the alteration or vanishing of information comprising personal information.
  • Page 258: Supported Picture Files

    Before use Supported picture files Picture files which can be handled in PHOTOfunSTUDIO are in the following formats. Still picture JPEG format Extensions: JPEG is a data compression format for pictures that thins out color data to an extent that is not .JPG, .JPEG, .JPE discernible to the human eye.
  • Page 259 Before use Supported picture files Motion picture AVCHD format Extensions: This is a motion picture recorded in AVCHD format .CONT (high definition). (AVCHD Progressive/ (m2ts) This software is also compatible with AVCHD AVCHD/AVCHD Lite ● CONT files are administrative files automatically Progressive (1920×1080/60p).
  • Page 260: System Requirements

    Before use System requirements The PC environment required for using this software is described below. Personal computer For Windows 7: IBM PC/AT compatible personal computer having Intel Pentium III 1 GHz or higher CPU (including ® ® ® ® compatible CPU) For Windows Vista : IBM PC/AT compatible personal computer having Intel...
  • Page 261 Before use System requirements For Windows 7: 1 GB or more (32 bit), 2 GB or more (64 bit) ® For Windows Vista : 512 MB or more ® For Windows XP: 512 MB or more ® For AVCHD/AVCHD Lite/MP4 motion picture function: 1 GB or more For short movie story-creating function: 2 GB or more Display High Color (16 bit) or more (32 bit or more recommended)
  • Page 262 Before use System requirements Necessary For Windows ® DirectX software ® For Windows Vista ® DirectX ® For Windows ® DirectX 9.0c ® ● If you install the software in a PC that is not compatible with DirectX 9.0c, the PC may stop operating properly. If you are ®...
  • Page 263 Before use System requirements ● ● Even if the system requirements mentioned in these operating When PHOTOfunSTUDIO is running, energy conserving functions instructions are fulfilled, some personal computers cannot be used. such as Windows screen savers, sleep or automatic display cannot ●...
  • Page 264: Setting Up

    Setting up Connecting a digital camera to a PC When a digital camera compatible with this software is connected, a picture can be acquired from the memory card of the camera, or a picture can be recorded on a memory card from a PC. Important Start the PC.
  • Page 265 Setting up Connecting a digital camera to a PC Removing the digital camera from the PC Make sure that the digital camera is not accessing the PC, such as performing a Task tray example writing operation. Click on the task tray of the PC. Safely disconnect the digital camera, using the displayed menu.
  • Page 266: Starting Photofunstudio

    Before using for the first time, be sure to select [Start] (start) → [All Double-click on the desktop. Programs] → [Panasonic] → [PHOTOfunSTUDIO 6.5 BD Edition] → [Readme] and read the supplementary explanation and the latest In the Start menu, select [All Programs] → [Panasonic] → information. [PHOTOfunSTUDIO 6.5 BD Edition]. Tips ●...
  • Page 267: Saving Pictures

    Saving pictures Copying pictures from a digital camera or memory card to a PC Important Connect a device, such as a digital Do not operate the digital camera or disconnect the USB connection camera or SD card reader/writer. cable while transferring data. Click [Yes].
  • Page 268 Saving pictures Copying pictures from a digital camera or memory card to a PC Select the copy destination folder. To save in a folder that is not displayed Click [Browse]. Select the desired folder, or create a new folder and click [OK].
  • Page 269 Saving pictures Copying pictures from a digital camera or memory card to a PC When the copying completion message is displayed, click [OK]. When the completion window is displayed after copying, click [Close]. About saving folders The first time you start this software, a screen is displayed to confirm whether or not you want to register the following folders.
  • Page 270: Basic Operations About The Main Window

    Basic operations About the main window You can group together or expand burst pictures that can be handled as Menu bar You can select or deselect a burst group on the LUMIX digital Different functions are arranged all the displayed pictures. camera.
  • Page 271 Basic operations About the main window Display area Thumbnails are displayed for the pictures that correspond to the specified folder, recording date or location. If you narrow the conditions further, the thumbnails are also narrowed down according to the new conditions. ●...
  • Page 272: Switching Between Window Display Styles

    Basic operations Switching between window display styles Displaying pictures in a folder in list view (thumbnail display) Only pictures in a registered folder can be displayed. Click [Folder]. The window display style is switched. ● You can also switch by selecting [View] → [Display mode] → [Thumbnail display] from the menu.
  • Page 273 Basic operations Switching between window display styles Displaying pictures by the year/month/day of recording (calendar display) Click [Calendar]. The window display style is switched. ● You can also switch by selecting [View] → [Display mode] → [Calendar display] from the menu. Click a displayed year, month, and day.
  • Page 274 Basic operations Switching between window display styles Displaying still pictures by recording location (place-name display) Click [Place-name]. The window display style is switched. ● You can also switch by selecting [View] → [Display mode] → [Place-name display] from the menu. Click a displayed place-name.
  • Page 275 Basic operations Switching between window display styles Registering picture folders You can register additional folders to be displayed. Select [Tools] → [Settings] from the menu. Click [General] — [Registration folder]. : Currently registered folders Click [Add]. Select the folder to register and click [OK]. Click [Apply].
  • Page 276: Refreshing The Display

    Basic operations Refreshing the display If the display is not updated with the results of operations such as picture edits, refresh the display manually. Select [View] → [Refresh] from the menu. The display is refreshed. Tips ● If the display is not updated, such as with the file or folder operations that you perform using other software, refresh the display.
  • Page 277: Selecting Pictures

    Basic operations Selecting pictures Select pictures to play back, copy, move or edit, etc. In addition to selecting pictures by clicking a thumbnail, you can also select them by adding a check mark in the picture selection window of each function. Selection Check mark Click a picture to add a frame around it.
  • Page 278 Basic operations Selecting pictures Adding check marks to pictures When selecting the target pictures in the screen for the executed function, such as copying to PC or picture editing, click the picture to add a check mark. Click the picture. A check mark is added and the picture is selected.
  • Page 279: Copying/Moving Pictures

    Basic operations Copying/moving pictures Click [Folder]. Select the picture that you want to copy or move. ● You can select multiple pictures. To move a picture, drag and drop the picture to the destination folder. Tips ● The keyboard can also be used for copying or moving pictures. ([Ctrl]+C = copy, [Ctrl]+V = paste, [Ctrl]+X = move) ●...
  • Page 280: Deleting Pictures

    Basic operations Deleting pictures You can delete pictures that are saved on your PC. Select the picture that you want to delete. ● You can select multiple pictures. Select [File] → [Delete] from the menu. ● You can also delete by pressing the [Delete] key. When the confirmation message is displayed, click [Yes].
  • Page 281: Protecting Pictures

    Basic operations Protecting pictures You can protect pictures against accidental deletion. When protection is set, pictures are read-only and cannot be deleted. Select the picture that you want to protect. Select [File] → [Protect] → [ON] from the menu. ● When [OFF] is selected, the picture protection is canceled.
  • Page 282: Setting As Favorites

    Basic operations Setting as Favorites You can mark your favorite pictures. Select the picture you want to set as a favorite. Select [File] → [Favorite] → [ON] from the menu. ● Select [OFF] to remove the favorites setting. When the confirmation message is displayed, click [Yes].
  • Page 283: Using Right-Click Menus

    Basic operations Using right-click menus When a picture or folder is selected and right-clicked, some functions pop up. Select a picture. Right-click on the picture. The right-click menu is displayed. Select a function. Tips ● The menu that is displayed depends on the status of the picture or folder.
  • Page 284: Viewing Pictures Displaying The Playback Window

    Viewing pictures Displaying the playback window You can display pictures that are saved on the PC. Click the folder that contains the picture that you want to view. The pictures in the folder are displayed in a reduced view. ● When using the calendar display, set the recording date calendar display.
  • Page 285 Viewing pictures Displaying the playback window About the playback window During still picture display : Displays the previous picture. : Displays the next picture. : Rotates 90 degrees counter-clockwise. : Rotates 90 degrees clockwise. : Selects/deselects the still picture as a favorite. : Zooms in.
  • Page 286 Viewing pictures Displaying the playback window About the playback window During burst playback : Plays back the pictures in the reverse direction. : Plays back the pictures in the forward direction. : Pauses. : Stops the picture playback. : Performs reverse playback by frame. : Performs forward playback by frame.
  • Page 287 Viewing pictures Displaying the playback window About the playback window During motion picture playback : Displays the previous picture or the playback position of the previous favorite picture. : Displays the next picture or the playback position of the next favorite picture.
  • Page 288 Viewing pictures Displaying the playback window About the playback window During high-speed movie playback : Displays the previous picture or the playback position of the previous favorite picture. : Displays the next picture or the playback position of the next favorite picture.
  • Page 289: Displaying Detailed Picture Information

    Viewing pictures Displaying detailed picture information Select the picture whose detailed information you want to view. Select [File] → [Properties] from the menu. The picture information properties window is displayed. Check the information. Item Description File The file name, file size, file type, file location, etc. information [Record info] Name of manufacturer of the digital camera used,...
  • Page 290 Tips ● Camera information of picture files that were recorded by a digital camera not made by Panasonic or that have been processed may not be properly displayed. ● Some camera information is not displayed for the still pictures in RAW format.
  • Page 291: Playing Back Slide Shows

    Viewing pictures Playing back slide shows Viewing a slide show immediately You can make a slide show out of the pictures (still/motion pictures in any format other than RAW) in the display area and play it back. The music and transition effects follow the settings. (→52) Select the folder or pictures.
  • Page 292 Viewing pictures Playing back slide shows Selecting pictures to create a slide show You can create a slide show in which you can add your favorite music or transition effects to pictures (still/motion pictures in any format other than RAW) in the display area. You can save created slide shows and play them back whenever you want.
  • Page 293 Viewing pictures Playing back slide shows Perform slide show settings. [Playback] Set the slide show picture quality. Setting Recommended system environment [Picture quality priority] Core 2 Duo 2.4 GHz or higher [Normal] Pentium 4 1.6 GHz or higher [Speed priority] Pentium III 800 MHz or higher [Repeat playback]: Playback is repeated.
  • Page 294 Viewing pictures Playing back slide shows Click [Save]. The [Save slide show] window is displayed. ● Click [Playback] to play back the created slide show. ● When you click [MPEG2 Output], the setting window for saving a file is displayed. When you click [OK] on the setting window, the file is converted and saved in MPEG2 format.
  • Page 295 Viewing pictures Playing back slide shows Playing back saved slide shows Click [Slide show] and then select [Load]. The slide show registration listing screen is displayed. ● You can also display it by selecting [Tools] → [Slide show] → [Load] from the menu. Select a file and click [Next].
  • Page 296 Viewing pictures Playing back slide shows Deleting a saved slide show Click [Slide show] and then select [Delete]. The slide show registration listing screen is displayed. ● You can also display it by selecting [Tools] → [Slide show] → [Delete] from the menu. Add a check mark to the slide show file you wish to delete.
  • Page 297 Viewing pictures Playing back slide shows Converting a saved slide show to MPEG2 format and outputting it With this software, the slide shows you create can be exported to the widely used MPEG2 format. Click [Slide show] and then select [Convert MPEG2].
  • Page 298 Viewing pictures Playing back slide shows Settings for slide shows You can set the visual effect and music for a slide show that is played back immediately. Select [Tools] → [Settings] from the menu. The settings window is displayed. Click [Slide show] — [Basic]. Change the settings.
  • Page 299: Searching For Pictures Viewing Categorized Pictures

    Searching for pictures Viewing categorized pictures The pictures saved on the PC are automatically categorized according to information such as the recorded scene mode and keyword. If you filter the display by selecting a categorization item, you can search for the picture that you want from a large number of pictures. Select a folder, recording date or place name to display.
  • Page 300 Searching for pictures Viewing categorized pictures About categorization items Categorization item Description [Favorites] Categorizes pictures that are set as favorites with a supported digital camera or this software. [3D] Categorizes pictures as 3D still pictures in MPO format. [CATEGORY] Pictures are categorized by the respective categories, similar to the [CATEGORY PLAY] function of LUMIX digital cameras.
  • Page 301 Searching for pictures Viewing categorized pictures Categorization item Description [Recording mode] Pictures are categorized by the scene mode in which they were recorded. ● Pictures that can be categorized are motion pictures and still pictures in RAW or still pictures in JPEG format with Exif information that have been saved with scene information.
  • Page 302: Face Recognition Registering The Face Pictures

    Face Recognition Registering the face pictures About Face Recognition If you register the face (person) that you want to categorize, the faces on the still pictures that are saved on the PC can be analyzed Face Recognition does not guarantee steady recognition even if the for this face and categorized accordingly.
  • Page 303 Face Recognition Registering the face pictures Click [Face Recog.] and select [Register/edit face]. A registration list window for face recognition is displayed. ● You can also display it by selecting [Tools] → [Face Recognition] → [Register/edit face] from the menu. Click [Add new].
  • Page 304 Face Recognition Registering the face pictures Select still pictures that contain a face to be registered. If a face is recognized in the still pictures, the face pictures are displayed. Drag and drop the face pictures to the registration area. Up to five pictures can be registered for one person.
  • Page 305 Face Recognition Registering the face pictures Click [Yes]. The Face Recognition information is registered. To exit Face Recognition registration, click [No]. ● To continue registration, click [Yes] to return to the registration list window. Click [Close]. To categorize still pictures of the registered person, click [Yes].
  • Page 306 Face Recognition Analyzing still pictures for categorization by Face Recognition Analyzing saved still pictures The still pictures currently in the saved folders can be categorized using the face pictures registered in Face Recognition. Click [Face Recog.] and then select [Start face analysis]. ●...
  • Page 307 Face Recognition Analyzing still pictures for categorization by Face Recognition Performing automatic Face Recognition analysis When still pictures are copied to a PC or new Face Recognition information is registered, automatic Face Recognition analysis of the saved pictures can be performed to update the Face Recognition categorization. Select [Tools] →...
  • Page 308: Changing Registered Contents

    Face Recognition Changing registered contents Click [Face Recog.] and select [Register/edit face]. A registration list window for face recognition is displayed. ● You can also display it by selecting [Tools] → [Face Recognition] → [Register/edit face] from the menu. Click the person that you want to change.
  • Page 309 Face Recognition Changing registered contents Add or delete a face picture. To add a face picture Select the picture to add. Drag and drop the face pictures to the registration area. To delete a face picture Select the face picture to delete from the face pictures in the registration area.
  • Page 310: Displaying Only Still Pictures That Contain A

    Face Recognition Displaying only still pictures that contain a specific person Select a folder, recording date or place name to display. To search through all your still pictures, click [All files] in the Folder display. If the narrow setting area is not displayed, click Click [Face Recog.].
  • Page 311: Correcting Still Pictures Categorized To The

    Face Recognition Correcting still pictures categorized to the wrong person Select [All files] in the folder display. If the narrow setting area is not displayed, click Click [Face Recog.]. In the Face Recognition list, select a registered person. Drag and drop the incorrectly categorized still pictures to the correct categorization destination in the Face Recognition list.
  • Page 312: Manually Categorizing Still Pictures For Which Face Recognition Does Not Work

    Face Recognition Manually categorizing still pictures for which Face Recognition does not work You can manually categorize still pictures for which the Automatic Face Recognition does not work. Display a still picture that you want to categorize for Face Recognition. If the narrow setting area is not displayed, click Click [Face Recog.].
  • Page 313: Removing Face Recognition Registrations

    Face Recognition Removing Face Recognition registrations Click [Face Recog.] and select [Remove from list]. A Registration list window for Face Recognition is displayed. ● You can also display it by selecting [Tools] → [Face Recognition] → [Remove from list] from the menu. Select the person to be removed and add a check mark.
  • Page 314: Editing Still Pictures Rotating Pictures

    Editing still pictures Rotating pictures Select the still picture to rotate. Click ● You can also rotate a picture by selecting [Edit] → [Edit still picture] → [Counter-clockwise Rotation] or [Clockwise Rotation] from the menu. When the confirmation message is displayed, click [Yes].
  • Page 315: Resizing A Picture

    Editing still pictures Resizing a picture Click [Edit] and then select [Resize]. The pictures selection window is displayed. ● You can also resize a picture by selecting [Edit] → [Edit still picture] → [Resize] from the menu. Select a still picture by selecting its check box and click [Next].
  • Page 316 Editing still pictures Resizing a picture Click [Save Settings]. [Delete the original file] : Delete the original file. [Save Destination Folder] : Save in the same folder as the original file. : Save in a different folder. Click [Browse] and select the save destination.
  • Page 317: Retouching Pictures

    Editing still pictures Retouching pictures Click [Edit] and then select [Retouch]. The pictures selection window is displayed. ● You can also retouch a still picture by selecting [Edit] → [Edit still picture] → [Retouch] from the menu. Select still pictures and click [Execute]. The [Retouch] screen is displayed.
  • Page 318 Editing still pictures Retouching pictures Rotating Trimming Click [Basic]. Click [Basic]. Click [Trimming] to select the trimming method, and then Click [Rotate] to rotate the still picture. : Rotates the still picture 90° counterclockwise. select the area you want to trim in the displayed still : Rotates the still picture 90°...
  • Page 319 Editing still pictures Retouching pictures Painting Click , drag the mouse pointer on the displayed still picture to select the text area, and enter a text. Click [Paint]. Select a figure, and drag with the mouse pointer to paint : Character input field on the displayed still picture.
  • Page 320 Editing still pictures Retouching pictures Painting (continued) Brightness/Contrast/Gamma Edit the shape you have created or the text you have Click [Brightness]. entered. Drag the slider to adjust the brightness, contrast and ● To change the settings, click to select the figure or text. gamma.
  • Page 321 Editing still pictures Retouching pictures Red-eye removal Mosaic Click [Remove red-eye]. Click [Mosaic]. Drag the mouse pointer over the eye that the flash has Drag the mouse pointer across the displayed still picture turned red in the displayed still picture, and select the to select the area you want to replace with a mosaic.
  • Page 322 Editing still pictures Retouching pictures Click the [Save] tab. [Delete the original file] : Delete the original file. [Save Destination Folder] : Save in the same folder as the original file. : Save in a different folder. Click [Browse] and select the save destination.
  • Page 323: Creating A Panorama Picture By Stitching

    Editing still pictures Creating a panorama picture by stitching still pictures By connecting several still pictures, you can create a panorama picture. Click [Edit] and select [Panorama stitch]. The pictures selection window is displayed to select the still pictures you want to stitch together. ●...
  • Page 324: Still Pictures

    Editing still pictures Creating a panorama picture by stitching still pictures Select the panorama type. [Horizontal type]: Stitching still pictures horizontally. From 2 to 16 still pictures can be registered. [360 degrees]: Stitching pictures horizontally through 360 degrees centered on the picture taker’s position.
  • Page 325 Editing still pictures Creating a panorama picture by stitching still pictures Check the order of the still pictures to be stitched and select Output size. Output size : Outputs the stitched size unchanged. Select when you want to print. : Reduces the size of the stitched picture. Select when you want to display on a PC, etc.
  • Page 326 Editing still pictures Creating a panorama picture by stitching still pictures Use the red trimming frame to specify the area to be cut and saved. Click [Save]. The screen for entering the file name is displayed. Input the file name, select the panorama saving format and save.
  • Page 327: Converting Files Into Jpeg Format

    Editing still pictures Converting files into JPEG format You can convert still pictures in BMP format, TIFF format and MPO format to JPEG format. You can also change the compression ratio of still pictures in JPEG format. Select [Tools] → [Still picture tool] → [Format conversion] from the menu.
  • Page 328: Changing Several Picture File Names At One

    Editing still pictures Changing several picture file names at one time Select [Tools] → [Still picture tool] → [Batch Rename] from the menu. The pictures selection window is displayed. Select a still picture by selecting its check box and click [Next]. Set the file name.
  • Page 329: Changing The Recording Date And Time

    Editing still pictures Changing the recording date and time If the time setting of the digital camera was incorrect at the time of recording, you can correct the recording date and time of still pictures afterwards. By applying the same shift (correction time) between the actual recording time and the recorded time to other still pictures, you can simultaneously correct the recording date of multiple still pictures that were recorded while the time setting was incorrect.
  • Page 330 Editing still pictures Changing the recording date and time Select [Tools] → [Still picture tool] → [Change recording date] from the menu. The pictures selection window is displayed. ● You can only change the recording date and time of still pictures in JPEG format that have Exif information or 3D still pictures in MPO format.
  • Page 331 Editing still pictures Changing the recording date and time Click [Save Settings]. : Overwrite and save. : Save in the same folder as the original file. : Save in a different folder. Click [Browse] and select the save destination. Click [Execute]. When the confirmation message is displayed, click [Yes].
  • Page 332: Using A Picture As Wallpaper

    Editing still pictures Using a picture as wallpaper Select [Tools] → [Still picture tool] → [Register as wallpaper] from the menu. The pictures selection window is displayed. Select one still picture and click [Execute]. Select a display position. [Center]: Display in the center of the desktop. [Tile]: Display by duplicating and laying on the entire screen.
  • Page 333: Adding Date And Title Information To A Picture

    Editing still pictures Adding date and title information to a picture You can create a still picture with added information, such as the recording date or title. Select [Tools] → [Still picture tool] → [Imprint] from the menu. The pictures selection window is displayed. ●...
  • Page 334 Editing still pictures Adding date and title information to a picture Set the items that you want to imprint. : Imprint the recording date. : Imprint the number of travel days. (Only still pictures recorded using [TRAVEL DATE] on a digital camera that is compatible with the [TRAVEL DATE] function.) : Imprint the age in months/years.
  • Page 335 The date may not be properly imprinted on still pictures if the date was not set on the digital camera when the still picture was taken, or if the still picture was taken using a digital camera by a manufacturer other than Panasonic.
  • Page 336: Utilizing Pictures

    Utilizing pictures Uploading pictures to YouTube or Facebook It is easy to upload still pictures and motion pictures saved on a PC to Facebook, and motion pictures to YouTube. ● This feature is not guaranteed if YouTube or Facebook changes its services or specifications. Please note that the contents of the service or the windows may be changed at any time without prior notice.
  • Page 337 Utilizing pictures Uploading pictures to YouTube or Facebook To set the login information or proxy settings for the upload destination, click [Settings]. If you do not want to change the settings, go to step [Proxy settings] Set whether or not to upload via a proxy server. [YouTube: Account settings] When uploading to YouTube, set the user name and password.
  • Page 338 Utilizing pictures Uploading pictures to YouTube or Facebook Enter the YouTube or Facebook login information. YouTube login screen Facebook login screen ● This login screen does not appear if you have already entered your YouTube login information in Step ● The first time you log in to Facebook, a confirmation screen is displayed.
  • Page 339 Utilizing pictures Uploading pictures to YouTube or Facebook <For YouTube> : Enter a title. (The default setting is the picture name.) : Enter a description of the motion picture contents. (The default setting is the picture name.) : Set a category. : Enter a keyword.
  • Page 340 Utilizing pictures Uploading pictures to YouTube or Facebook < Selecting motion pictures > <For Facebook> : Enter a title. (Motion pictures only. The default setting is the picture name.) : Enter a description of the picture. (The default setting is the picture name.) : To share the picture with another person, select a setting other than [Only Me].
  • Page 341 Utilizing pictures Uploading pictures to YouTube or Facebook Check the file information. Before uploading your pictures, check whether or not the playback time or size of the pictures exceeds the limit. (→90) Editing AVCHD Progressive/AVCHD/AVCHD Lite, MP4 or MPEG2 motion pictures If you click [Delete partially], you can delete unnecessary parts to shorten the motion picture.
  • Page 342 Utilizing pictures Uploading pictures to YouTube or Facebook Click [OK]. Click [Close]. Click [Yes].
  • Page 343: Creating Short Movie Stories

    Utilizing pictures Creating short movie stories You can create a video that lasts several minutes by selecting still pictures or motion pictures that you like from those you have imported to your PC. You can select preset templates that contain transition effect and BGM in accordance with theme of production. The created short movie story can be recorded on media such as a DVD or Blu-ray Disc, or uploaded to YouTube or Facebook.
  • Page 344 Utilizing pictures Creating short movie stories Click [Short movie] and then select [Create a new story]. The window for creating a new short movie story is displayed. ● You can also display it by selecting [Tools] → [Short movie] → [Create a new story] from the menu.
  • Page 345 Utilizing pictures Creating short movie stories Select a template. To play back the image and BGM of a template, place the mouse pointer on the template and click the that appears. Select pictures to display in the scenario. Not all the selected pictures will necessarily be used as the video material.
  • Page 346 Utilizing pictures Creating short movie stories Check the contents of the created scenario in the preview window. The structure of the selected template BGM (or the BGM that you registered yourself) is displayed as a graph, enabling you to check the usage of the BGM in relation to the pictures in the scenario.
  • Page 347 Utilizing pictures Creating short movie stories Select the save destination folder. To save in a folder that is not displayed Click [Browse]. Select the desired folder, or create a new folder and click [OK]. Enter a file name. Click [OK]. Tips ●...
  • Page 348 Utilizing pictures Creating short movie stories Uploading a short movie story to YouTube or Facebook You can upload a short movie story you have created to YouTube or Facebook by first converting it into a high-quality motion picture in WMV format.
  • Page 349 Utilizing pictures Creating short movie stories Editing BGM You can register an arbitrary music file as BGM in place of the BGM that is set in the template. In the new story creation window, add a mark to [User specified] and click [Select].
  • Page 350 Utilizing pictures Creating short movie stories Editing the order of pictures in the scenario and other settings You can sort, change, merge, and split pictures in the scenario. To sort the pictures Drag and drop the pictures in the editing area. ●...
  • Page 351 Utilizing pictures Creating short movie stories Inserting titles and comments for the pictures shown in a scenario You can enter text and set how it is to be displayed for each frame. Select the picture that you want to edit. Click the tab of the item you want to edit.
  • Page 352 Utilizing pictures Creating short movie stories Changing picture effects in a scenario You can set the picture effect for each frame. Select the picture that you want to edit. Click the tab of the item you want to edit. To change the picture display Click [Effect] ( To change the number of pictures to display per frame, change the [Window expression] setting.
  • Page 353 Utilizing pictures Creating short movie stories Changing the BGM-audio ratio and the picture transition effects in a scenario You can adjust the audio of a picture by individual frame, or set visual effects for the switching of pictures. Select a picture that you want to edit. Click the tab of the item you want to edit.
  • Page 354 Utilizing pictures Creating short movie stories Loading a saved story You can restart work by loading a story that was saved before it was finished. Click [Short movie] and then select [Open story]. The story list screen is displayed. ● You can also display it by selecting [Tools] →...
  • Page 355 Utilizing pictures Creating short movie stories Deleting stories You can delete saved stories. Click [Short movie] and then select [Delete story]. The story list screen is displayed. ● You can also display it by selecting [Tools] → [Short movie] → [Delete story] from the menu.
  • Page 356 Utilizing pictures Creating short movie stories Advanced settings for short movie stories Advanced settings are available, such as for picture material sorting, BGM overlapping time and output format. In the new story creation window, click [Settings] ( (→99) The settings window is displayed. Set the sorting order of picture materials.
  • Page 357 Utilizing pictures Creating short movie stories Advanced settings for short movie stories Set the motion picture output format. [Output] The output file format can be set to AVCHD Progressive, AVCHD, AVCHD Lite, MP4, MPEG2 or MOV. For MP4 and MPEG2, you can also select a screen aspect ratio (width-to-height ratio of the screen) of either 16:9 or 4:3.
  • Page 358: Printing Pictures

    Utilizing pictures Printing pictures You can print multiple still pictures on a single sheet or add various kinds of information to the printout. Pictures that can be printed are still pictures in BMP, JPEG and TIFF format. (In the case of Windows 7 and Windows Vista only, pictures in RAW format (extension .RW2) can be printed; however, the printing process might take some time.
  • Page 359 ● The date may not be properly printed for pictures recorded before the date was set or with digital cameras that were not made by Panasonic. ● The display format of the date follows the Windows settings (Regional Settings).
  • Page 360 Utilizing pictures Printing pictures Setting the information to print Click [Options] in the print window. Set the information to print. [Date setting] : Print the travel date. : Print the age in months/years of a baby or pet. [Set title information] : Print the travel destination, the name and age for a baby or pet, the title, or place-names or landmarks.
  • Page 361 Utilizing pictures Printing pictures Setting the information to print Click [OK]. The screen returns to the print window. Tips ● The title information or Face Recognition name is usually printed in the top left or bottom left, but if this will overlap the date setting position, it is printed on the right side of the picture.
  • Page 362 Utilizing pictures Printing pictures Setting the printer Click [Print settings] in the print window. Select a printer. ● Click [Properties] to display the properties window for the printer. Set the printer. : If supported by the printer, perform borderless printing. : Select the paper.
  • Page 363 Utilizing pictures Printing pictures Printing multiple pictures on one sheet of paper Select multiple picture printing from [Printing Type] in the print window. Item Description [Print 2 pictures Print two pictures on one sheet of paper. on a page] [Print 4 pictures Print four pictures on one sheet of paper.
  • Page 364 Utilizing pictures Printing pictures Printing an index sheet Select index printing from [Printing Type] in the print window. Item Description [Index printing Print about 20 thumbnails on one sheet (large thumbnail)] of paper. [Index printing Print about 40 thumbnails on one sheet (medium thumbnail)] of paper.
  • Page 365 Utilizing pictures Printing pictures Printing the still picture with file or recording information Select information printing from [Printing Type] in the print window. Item Description [Print file Print information such as the file name and information] picture size. [Print camera Print recording information.
  • Page 366 Utilizing pictures Printing pictures Printing pictures recorded in SIMPLE MODE Select [Simple Print] from [Printing Type] in the print window. Select the direction of the paper. Select the information and other items to print. [Show date]: The recording date is printed. If the number of travel days or age in months/ years are recorded for a picture, these too are printed.
  • Page 367: Settings For Printing Still Pictures From A

    Utilizing pictures Settings for printing still pictures from a memory card You can perform settings such as the number of copies to print for still pictures (JPEG or TIFF format) in a memory card that were recorded with a digital camera. The memory card that contains the pictures with the print settings can then be used with a printer or other device that supports DPOF.
  • Page 368: Sending By E-Mail

    Utilizing pictures Sending by e-mail You can attach pictures to an e-mail. You can also convert a still picture to a specified size before sending it. File formats that can be attached to e-mails are JPEG, BMP, TIFF and MPO for still pictures, and MP4 and MOV for motion pictures. Click [Network] and then select [Send e-mail].
  • Page 369 Utilizing pictures Sending by e-mail Convert the still picture data. Convert the size, file format, etc. [Picture Conversion] : Specify the picture size. : Enter the picture width. : Enter the picture height. : Fix the picture aspect ratio. : Specify the picture size using an expansion ratio or reduction ratio.
  • Page 370 Utilizing pictures Sending by e-mail E-mail software settings If you cannot attach a picture to an e-mail, exit from PHOTOfunSTUDIO, and then set up the e-mail software. Start the e-mail software. ● If you activate it for the first time, set the mail addresses, etc. If a message asking whether to set the e-mail software as the standard e-mail application appears, select “Yes”.
  • Page 371: Copying Pictures To A Memory Card

    Utilizing pictures Copying pictures to a memory card Still pictures and MP4/MOV motion pictures that have been saved on a PC (hard disk) can be copied to a memory card. You can play back these copied pictures on a digital camera. Click [Copy to media].
  • Page 372 Utilizing pictures Copying pictures to a memory card Select the drive (memory card). Click [Next]. The pictures selection window is displayed. Select a picture by selecting its check box. Check the total data size (required capacity) of the selected pictures and the free space available on the card. Click [Execute].
  • Page 373 Utilizing pictures Copying pictures to a memory card When the confirmation message is displayed, click [Yes]. The pictures are copied. Click [Close]. ● Click [Confirm] to display the pictures on the memory card. Saving folder, saving format, and file name The picture save location and file name will be as shown below.
  • Page 374: Backing Up Pictures To A Cd Or Dvd

    Windows XP – Select the correct writing drive. ● Windows Vista / Windows 7 When a Panasonic DVD MULTI drive is used with Windows XP, a message will be displayed confirming the writing of data : Writable : Not writable –...
  • Page 375 Utilizing pictures Backing up pictures to a CD or DVD Insert the disc that you want to write to into the drive. ● If the media is not displayed, click [Refresh]. Select the writing drive. Click [Next]. The pictures selection window is displayed. Select a picture by selecting its check box.
  • Page 376 Utilizing pictures Backing up pictures to a CD or DVD Click [Finish]. The display returns to the [Copy to media] screen. ● You can also follow the instructions on the wizard to write the same pictures onto a different disc. Click [Cancel].
  • Page 377: Editing Motion Pictures

    Editing motion pictures Creating still pictures from motion pictures You can extract a frame from a playing motion picture and save it as a still picture in JPEG format with Exif information. In the playback window, pause the motion picture at the scene that you want to capture as a still picture.
  • Page 378: Deleting A Part Of A Motion Picture

    Editing motion pictures Deleting a part of a motion picture You can delete mistakes or unnecessary parts of motion pictures that have been copied to the PC. Selected area Click [Edit movie] and then select [Delete partially]. The pictures selection window is displayed. ●...
  • Page 379 Editing motion pictures Deleting a part of a motion picture Click to start playback of the motion picture and click to pause at the delete start position. ● You can select the playback position by moving the slider. Fine position adjustments : Frame back/frame forward : Skip forward or back by about 0.5 seconds Click [Set start point] to decide the...
  • Page 380 Editing motion pictures Deleting a part of a motion picture ● If you want to select multiple ranges, repeat steps ● To cancel a selected range, select the corresponding thumbnail and click [Release]. : Thumbnail that represents the range that will remain. : Thumbnail that represents the range that will be deleted.
  • Page 381: Converting Motion Pictures To Mpeg2

    Editing motion pictures Converting motion pictures to MPEG2 Select [Edit movie] → [Convert MPEG2] from the menu. The pictures selection window is displayed. ● You can also display it by selecting [Edit] → [Edit movie] → [Convert MPEG2] from the menu. Select a motion picture by selecting its check box and click [Next].
  • Page 382: Writing To A Memory Card Or Blu-Ray Disc/Dvd

    - For the latest information on AVCHD Progressive compatible devices, refer to the following support site. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/ (This site is in English only.) Do not insert the discs into non-compatible device as the discs may not be able to be ejected or the device may delete data on the disc after displaying a message prompting disc formatting.
  • Page 383 Editing motion pictures Writing to a memory card or Blu-ray Disc/DVD Usable media (memory cards/Blu-ray Discs/DVDs) Picture Adding to media with Motion picture Recordable media Top menu Playback device quality previous recording High definition BD-R (12 cm single sided/dual layer on single side) quality Devices compatible Can create...
  • Page 384 Editing motion pictures Writing to a memory card or Blu-ray Disc/DVD Copying to media Important ● If the following actions are executed while the data is being recorded onto a disc, recording may not complete properly, and the disc, device, or data may be damaged.
  • Page 385 Editing motion pictures Writing to a memory card or Blu-ray Disc/DVD Select the writing drive or memory card. Click [Next]. Perform copy settings. [Copy method] (when writing to Blu-ray Disc or DVD only) [AVCHD format high-definition images]: Copy in high definition quality. (MPEG2 motion pictures cannot be copied in AVCHD format.) [DVD video format standard quality images]:...
  • Page 386 Editing motion pictures Writing to a memory card or Blu-ray Disc/DVD Click [Next]. The pictures selection window is displayed. Select a picture by selecting its check box. Check the total data size of the selected pictures and the free space available on the disc. Click [Next].
  • Page 387 Editing motion pictures Writing to a memory card or Blu-ray Disc/DVD Set the top menu background and layout. ● A top menu cannot be created when recording to a memory card. Go to step Check the recording destination. Check the data size to see if it will fit on the memory card or DVD.
  • Page 388 Editing motion pictures Writing to a memory card or Blu-ray Disc/DVD Set the title. Enter the page title and picture title. Click [Font/Title]. Select the character settings for the disc title. [Font]: Select the font. [Size]: Set the character size. [Style]: Set the character style.
  • Page 389 Editing motion pictures Writing to a memory card or Blu-ray Disc/DVD When the confirmation message is displayed, click [Yes]. <After creating top menu> The recording progress status is displayed. ● Clicking [Cancel] will cancel the recording. ● However, with BD-R and DVD-R/RW discs, a recording can only be canceled during data conversion.
  • Page 390 Editing motion pictures Writing to a memory card or Blu-ray Disc/DVD Click [Close]. ● Click [Confirm] to display the pictures on the media. Tips ● It takes time to record all the data. Do not operate the PC until the recording is completed.
  • Page 391 Editing motion pictures Writing to a memory card or Blu-ray Disc/DVD Disc format In the following cases the disc must be formatted. - When using a new BD-R/RE disc - When the DVD-RAM to be used for recording data is not formatted in the UDF 2.5 format, or is new. - When you want to record data onto a used DVD-RAM/RW.
  • Page 392 Editing motion pictures Writing to a memory card or Blu-ray Disc/DVD Set the formatting contents. Check the drive. After replacing the disc or reconnecting the drive, click [Refresh]. Select the formatting type. [Blank]: Select when formatting a DVD-RW. [Universal disk format (UDF 2.60)]: Select when recording to a BD-R with [Compatibility Priority] or [Picture Quality Priority].
  • Page 393: Convenient Functions Displaying Memory Card Pictures

    Convenient functions Displaying memory card pictures Select [File] → [SD card picture browsing] from the menu. The [SD card picture browsing] screen is displayed. Select the drive containing the pictures you wish to display, and click [Next]. ● When the connected drive or memory cards are not displayed, click [Refresh].
  • Page 394: Making Basic Software Settings

    Convenient functions Making basic software settings You can make the function settings for copying pictures from a digital camera or a memory card to your PC. Select [Tools] → [Settings] from the menu. The settings window is displayed. Click [General] — [Basic]. Change the settings.
  • Page 395: Previewing Motion Picture Thumbnails

    Convenient functions Previewing motion picture thumbnails You can make the function settings for when the mouse pointer is placed on a motion picture thumbnail. Select [Tools] → [Settings] from the menu. The settings window is displayed. Click [General] — [Thumbnail]. Change the settings.
  • Page 396: Registering Other Software

    Convenient functions Registering other software Up to 10 software programs can be registered in the menu, allowing you to execute them directly using this software. Select [Tools] → [Settings] from the menu. The settings window is displayed. Click [General] — [Launcher]. Click [Add].
  • Page 397 Convenient functions Registering other software Opening pictures with registered software Tips Select a picture. ● A confirmation message will be displayed if 10 or more pictures are selected to be shown. If [Yes] is clicked, a maximum of 10 pictures will Select the registered software in [Tools] be opened with the registered external program.
  • Page 398: Setting The Operation When The Same File

    Convenient functions Setting the operation when the same file name exists You can set the operation if there is a still picture of the same name already in the save destination folder (and its subfolders) when copying to a PC. Select [Tools] →...
  • Page 399: Setting Motion Picture Functions

    Convenient functions Setting motion picture functions You can select settings related to the functions for motion picture playback and recording to discs or other media. Select [Tools] → [Settings] from the menu. The settings window is displayed. Click [Movie] – [Playback]. Change the motion picture playback settings.
  • Page 400 Convenient functions Setting motion picture functions [AVCHD Progressive/AVCHD/AVCHD Lite/MP4 playback settings] [Play with optimum speed]: Play back at a speed suitable for the PC’s CPU performance. [Specify number of frames]: If playback is not good, select a low number of frames.
  • Page 401 Convenient functions Setting motion picture functions Change the settings for copying to media. Click [Copy to media] – [General] to set the hard disk work area and the disc writing speed. [Work area setting] The work area is an area on the PC’s hard disk that is used temporarily when working.
  • Page 402 Convenient functions Setting motion picture functions If you want to record in AVCHD format, click [AVCHD/ AVCHD Lite] to perform settings for the recording. [Auto protection settings for writing to DVD-RAM/ [Auto Protect ON]: The protect setting is turned off temporarily when adding data to a DVD in AVCHD standard that is set as protected.
  • Page 403: Checking Software Update Information

    Convenient functions Checking software update information Automatically checking update information Software update information is automatically checked each time PHOTOfunSTUDIO is activated, and guides you to the latest updates as necessary. ● Confirmation of update information is also possible by selecting [Help] → [Check for application updates] from the menu. Tips ●...
  • Page 404: Others Menu List

    Others Menu list [File] Menu item Description Reference [Copy to PC] Copies a picture from a device such as a digital camera or memory card to a PC. [SD card picture browsing] Displays pictures in SD cards. [Delete] Deletes a picture. [Protect] [ON] Protects a picture against accidental deletion.
  • Page 405 Others Menu list [View] Menu item Description Reference [Refresh] Refresh manually if the display is not updated with the edit results. [Display mode] [Thumbnail display] Displays the pictures in a folder. [Calendar display] Displays the pictures by recording date. [Place-name display] Displays the pictures by place of recording.
  • Page 406 Others Menu list [Tools] Menu item Description Reference [Settings] Displays the settings dialog box. 29, 61, 148 - 157 [Face Recognition] [Register/edit face] Registers and changes the Face Recognition information and face pictures. 57, 62 [Remove from list] Deletes the registered face recognition information. [Start face analysis] Starts face analysis for Face Recognition.
  • Page 407 Others Menu list [Output] Menu item Description Reference [Print] Prints still pictures. [Copy to media] Copies the pictures to a memory card or CD/DVD/Blu-ray Disc. 125, 128, 136 [Network] [Upload] [YouTube] Uploads motion pictures to YouTube to share with the public. [Facebook] Uploads and shares still pictures and motion pictures on Facebook.
  • Page 408: Right-Click Menu List

    Others Right-click menu list Functions that cannot be executed because of the operating status or other reasons are displayed in gray and cannot be selected. When pictures (or thumbnails) are right-clicked Menu item Description Reference [Playback] Displays the selected picture in the Playback window. [BURST PLAY] Displays the selected pictures in the playback window by the group in which they were recorded in Burst Mode.
  • Page 409 Others Right-click menu list When all files are right-clicked Menu item Description Reference [Folder registration] Adds and registers the folder to display. When folders are right-clicked Menu item Description Reference [Create folder] Creates a new folder. ― [Change folder name] Changes the folder name.
  • Page 410: Troubleshooting (Q&A)

    Others Troubleshooting (Q&A) Display Symptom Check Display is possible in thumbnail mode, The maximum supported size is exceeded. but not in the playback window. Only thumbnail display is possible for pictures that have Exif data thumbnail pictures. Two files associated with each other (associated files) have the same name except for the extension.
  • Page 411 Others Troubleshooting (Q&A) Connection and PC saving Symptom Check Even when your digital camera and Is any memory card inserted into the digital camera? PC are connected using the USB Depending on the digital camera, it becomes necessary to set the digital camera to be connection cable, the PC does not connected with the PC.
  • Page 412 Others Troubleshooting (Q&A) Symptom Check Only the motion pictures or still pictures on the PC are able to be edited or used to create Motion picture cannot be edited. media. Copy the pictures on the media to the PC first. It may be edited differently to the frame specified in the editing operation depending on the Edited differently to the specified frame.
  • Page 413 Others Troubleshooting (Q&A) Symptom Check Following reasons are possible. ● It is not a compatible media. ● In the case of a memory card, it was not formatted on a compatible file system. Format the memory card with a compatible digital camera. (All recorded data will be deleted.) ●...
  • Page 414 Others Troubleshooting (Q&A) Symptom Check AVCHD Progressive/AVCHD/AVCHD Lite motion picture shorter than 2 seconds cannot be Cannot record. recorded onto the disc. ● It cannot record because the number of motion pictures has exceeded the specification limit of the AVCHD standard or this software. - Maximum number of AVCHD/AVCHD Lite motion pictures: 3950 - Maximum number of AVCHD/AVCHD Lite motion pictures recorded on the same day: (For memory card or Blu-ray Disc) 4000...
  • Page 415 Others Troubleshooting (Q&A) Symptom Check ● The data cannot be recorded if the disc is set to Protect. Remove the Protect setting with the device that was used to set the protection. Or, it is possible to add if it is recorded with the AVCHD standard without removing the protection, if the Auto Protect setting is enabled.
  • Page 416 PC where the corresponding UDF driver is not installed. Symptom Check In place-name display, only pictures recorded using a Panasonic digital camera with the GPS function ON can be displayed. Pictures are not displayed after Pictures recorded using a digital camera with a GPS function of another manufacturer cannot switching to place-name display.
  • Page 417 Others Troubleshooting (Q&A) Burst Symptom Check Set the still picture that you want to specify as a favorite in advance. However, note that if more You want to specify a still picture to use than one still picture is set as a favorite, the picture set as a favorite that is closest to the first in a slide show during group display.
  • Page 418 Others Troubleshooting (Q&A) Others Symptom Check ● Installation of the necessary modules may not be completed, so please restart the PC. Cannot start the application. ● Check the display resolution setting, and use a display setting that is 1024x768 or higher. Characters etc.
  • Page 419: Glossary

    Others Glossary ● ● AVCHD Progressive MPO format By doubling the vertical resolution and using progressive A standard for recording 3D still pictures. With this software, 3D (sequential) scanning, this mode generates less noise and still pictures that are recorded with the digital camera can be increases the depth of the recorded picture.
  • Page 420 Others Glossary ● DPOF DPOF stands for Digital Print Order Format, which is standard for record printing information to memory card. It can be used in DPOF-compliant memory card, printer. ● Associated file In PHOTOfunSTUDIO, two files associated with each other are called “associated files”.
  • Page 421: Trademarks And Licenses

    YouTube is a trademark of Google Inc. ● “AVCHD Progressive”, “AVCHD”, “AVCHD Lite”, the “AVCHD Progressive” Logo, the “AVCHD” Logo and the “AVCHD Lite” Logo are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation. ● Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.

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