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Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10 Operating Instructions Manual

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Digital Camera
DMC-SZ10
Model No.
Please read these instructions carefully before using this product,
and save this manual for future use.
SQW0149-1
F0215HH1035

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    Operating Instructions for advanced features Digital Camera DMC-SZ10 Model No. Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and save this manual for future use. SQW0149-1 F0215HH1035...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Before Use Care of the camera ...................... 6 Standard Accessories....................7 Names and Functions of Main Parts................8 Preparation Charging the Battery....................11 • Inserting the Battery.................... 12 • Charging ......................13 • Approximate operating time and number of recordable pictures ......16 Inserting and Removing the Card (optional) ............
  • Page 3 • Digital Zoom......................54 Taking Pictures Using the Built-in Flash..............55 • Switching to the appropriate flash setting ............55 Taking Pictures with the Self-timer................59 Compensating the Exposure..................60 Taking Pictures with different image effects (Creative Control Mode)....61 •...
  • Page 4 • [Red-Eye Removal]..................... 84 • [Stabilizer] ......................84 • [Date Stamp] ....................... 85 • [Self Shot] ......................85 Using the [Motion Picture] Menu ................86 • [Rec Quality] ....................... 86 • [Continuous AF] ....................86 Playback/Editing Various methods of playback................... 87 •...
  • Page 5 Connecting to other equipment Playing Back Pictures on a TV Screen..............130 Saving still pictures and motion pictures on your PC......... 132 • Transferring images to a PC................133 Printing the Pictures ....................135 • Selecting a single picture and printing it ............136 •...

  • Page 6: Before Use

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

  • Page 7: Standard Accessories

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

  • Page 8: Names And Functions Of Main Parts

    Before Use Names and Functions of Main Parts Flash (P55) Lens (P6, 157) Self-timer indicator (P59) AF Assist Lamp (P83) Microphone • Be careful not to cover the microphone with your finger. Lens barrier Monitor (P52, 140, 157) • Peel off the protective film before use. [MODE] button (P25, Charging lamp (P13)
  • Page 9 Before Use 15 Lens barrel 16 [AV OUT/DIGITAL] socket (P13, 130, 133, 135) • This socket is also used when charging the battery. 17 Strap eyelet (P24) • To prevent dropping, be sure to attach the supplied strap and fit it to your wrist. 18 Zoom lever (P53) 19 Camera [ON/OFF] button...
  • Page 10 Before Use Monitor You can adjust the angle of the monitor. When closing 1 Flip up the bottom of the monitor lightly to open. 2 Adjust the angle of the monitor. • Be careful not to catch your finger, etc. in the monitor. •...

  • Page 11: Preparation

    Please be advised that we are not liable for any accident or failure occurring as a result of use of a counterfeit battery pack. To ensure that safe products are used, we recommend that a genuine Panasonic battery pack is used.

  • Page 12: Inserting The Battery

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

  • Page 13: Charging

    Preparation Charging • Charge the battery in areas with an ambient temperature, between 10 oC and 30 oC (50 oF and 86 oF) (same as the battery temperature), is recommended. Insert the battery into this unit. Check that this unit is turned off. A To power outlet F USB connection cable (supplied) B AC adaptor (supplied)
  • Page 14 Preparation About the charging lamp ∫ Lit red: Charging. Off: Charging has completed. (When charging is complete, disconnect the camera from the power outlet or computer.) Blinking red: Charging error. (Refer to P145 for details.) Charging time ∫ When using the AC adaptor (supplied) Charging time Approx.
  • Page 15 Otherwise, a fire and/or electric shocks may be caused by short-circuiting or the resulting heat generated. • Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one or a genuine Panasonic USB connection cable (DMW-USBC1: optional). • Do not use any other AC adaptors except the supplied one.

  • Page 16: Approximate Operating Time And Number Of Recordable Pictures

    CIPA is an abbreviation of [Camera & Imaging Products Association]. • Temperature: 23 oC (73.4 oF)/Humidity: 50%RH when monitor is on. • Using a Panasonic SD Memory Card. • Using the supplied battery. • Starting recording 30 seconds after the camera is turned on.
  • Page 17 Preparation Playback ∫ Playback time Approx. 170 min • The operating times and number of recordable pictures will differ according to the environment and the operating conditions. For example, in the following cases, the operating times will shorten and the number of recordable pictures is reduced: –...

  • Page 18: Inserting And Removing The Card (Optional)

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

  • Page 19: About The Built-In Memory/The Card

    (48 GB, 64 GB) • Operation of the cards on the left has been confirmed with Panasonic’s cards. ¢2 SD Speed Class is the speed standard regarding continuous writing. Check via the label on the card, etc. e.g.: •...
  • Page 20 Preparation • During access (image writing, reading and deleting, formatting etc.), do not turn this unit off, remove the battery, card or disconnect the AC adaptor (supplied). Furthermore, do not subject the camera to vibration, impact or static electricity. The card or the data on the card may be damaged, and this unit may no longer operate normally.

  • Page 21: Approximate Number Of Recordable Pictures And Available Recording Time

    Preparation Approximate number of recordable pictures and available recording time About the display of the number of recordable pictures and available recording time ∫ • Switch the display (number of recordable pictures, Number of Available recording available recording time, etc.) by pressing 4. (P52) recordable pictures time...

  • Page 22: Setting Date/Time (Clock Set)

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

  • Page 23: Changing The Clock Setting

    Preparation Changing the Clock Setting Select [Clock Set] on the [Setup] menu and then press [MENU/SET]. (P38) • The clock can be reset as shown in steps • The clock setting is maintained for about 7 days using the built-in clock battery even without the battery.

  • Page 24: Tips For Taking Good Pictures

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

  • Page 25: Basic

    Basic Selecting the Recording Mode Press [MODE]. Press 3/4/2/1 to select the Recording Rec Mode Mode. Normal Picture Cancel Select Press [MENU/SET]. List of Recording Modes ∫ Intelligent Auto Mode (P26) ¦ The subjects are recorded using settings automatically selected by the camera. Normal Picture Mode (P30) The subjects are recorded using your own settings.

  • Page 26: Taking Pictures Using The Automatic Function (Intelligent Auto Mode)

    Basic Taking pictures using the automatic function (Intelligent Auto Mode) Recording Mode: The camera will set the most appropriate settings to match the subject and the recording conditions so we recommend this mode for beginners or those who want to leave the settings to the camera and take pictures easily.
  • Page 27 Basic Press the shutter button halfway to focus. • The focus indication A (green) lights when the subject is focused. • The AF area B is displayed around the subject’s face by the Face Detection function. In other cases, it is displayed at the point on the subject which is in focus.
  • Page 28 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 colour changes to the usual red. When taking pictures [i-Portrait] [i-Scenery] [i-Macro] [i-Night Portrait] ¢...

  • Page 29: Changing The Settings

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

  • Page 30: Taking Pictures With Your Favourite Settings (Normal Picture Mode)

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

  • Page 31: Focusing

    Basic Focusing Aim the AF area at the subject, and then press the shutter button halfway. 1/60 1/60 1/60 F3.1 F3.1 F3.1 When the subject is not Focus When the subject is focused focused Focus indication A Blinks AF area B White>Green White>Red Sound...
  • Page 32 Basic When the subject is not in focus (such as when it is not in the centre of the ∫ composition of the picture you want to take) Aim the AF area at the subject, and press the shutter button half way to fix the focus and exposure.

  • Page 33: Recording Motion Pictures

    Basic Recording Motion Pictures Applicable modes: This unit can record motion pictures in QuickTime Motion JPEG format. Start recording by pressing the motion picture button. A Available recording time B Elapsed recording time • You can record motion pictures fitting each Recording Mode. •...
  • Page 34 Basic • Depending on the type of the card, the card access indication may appear for a while after recording motion pictures. This is not a malfunction. • The screen may be blacked out momentarily, or the unit may record noise due to static electricity or electromagnetic waves etc.

  • Page 35: Playing Back

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

  • Page 36: Displaying Multiple Screens (Multi Playback)

    Basic • This camera complies with the DCF standard “Design rule for Camera File system” established by JEITA “Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association” and with Exif “Exchangeable Image File Format”. Files that do not comply with the DCF standard cannot be played back.

  • Page 37: Deleting Pictures

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

  • Page 38: Setting The Menu

    Basic Setting the Menu The camera comes with menus that allow you to choose the settings for taking pictures and playing them back just as you like and menus that enable you to have more fun with the camera and use it more easily. In particular, the [Setup] menu contains some important settings relating to the camera’s clock and power.
  • Page 39 Basic Press 3/4 to select the menu item and then press [MENU/SET]. Picture Size Sensitivity AUTO A Menu screen page White Balance • It will switch to the next page when you reach the AF Mode bottom. Select auto focus mode (It will also switch by rotating the zoom lever) Cancel Select...

  • Page 40: Using The Quick Menu

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

  • Page 41: About The Setup Menu

    Basic About the Setup Menu For details on how to select the [Setup] menu settings, refer to P38. • [Clock Set], [Economy] and [Auto Review] are important items. Check their settings before using them. • In Intelligent Auto Mode, only [Online Manual], [Clock Set], [World Time], [Airplane Mode], [Beep], [Language] can be set.
  • Page 42 Basic Restricts Wi-Fi settings. [ON]: Wi-Fi functions cannot be used. [Airplane Mode] [OFF] • When you bring the camera on an airplane or to a hospital, etc., set [Airplane Mode] to [ON], and turn off the camera because electromagnetic waves, etc. emitted by the camera may interfere with gauges. This allows you to set the beep and shutter sound.
  • Page 43 Basic These menu settings make it easier to see the monitor when you are in bright places or when you are holding the camera high above your head. ¢ [„] ([Auto Power Monitor]) The brightness is adjusted automatically depending on how bright it is around the camera.
  • Page 44 Basic The camera is automatically turned off if the camera has not been used for the time selected on the setting. Also, the battery life is conserved by dimming the monitor. p [Auto Power Off]: The camera is automatically turned off if the camera has not been used for the time selected on the setting.
  • Page 45 If the card has been formatted on a PC or other equipment, format it on the camera again. • It may take longer to format the built-in memory than the card. • If the card cannot be formatted, please try another card before contacting Panasonic. Set the language displayed on the screen. ~ [Language] •...

  • Page 46: Recording

    Recording Taking Pictures of Yourself ([Self Shot]) Applicable modes: If you rotate the monitor, Self Shot Mode is activated. You can easily take pictures of yourself while looking at the screen. • When [Self Shot] (P85) in [Rec] menu is set to [OFF], even if you rotate the monitor, the camera will not be set to Self Shot Mode.
  • Page 47 Recording Press [MENU/SET] to set the soft skin effect, the number of pictures to be taken, and other details. (P48) pic. pic. • Operate the buttons on the back of the unit while looking at the screen. Be careful not to operate the wrong buttons and not to drop the camera.
  • Page 48 Recording Recording settings in Self Shot Mode When you press [MENU/SET] in step , you can change the following settings. • You can also change the [Slimming Mode] setting in [Self Shot] in the [Rec] menu. (P49) Settings Description of settings Makes people’s faces look brighter and their skin tones look softer.
  • Page 49 Recording • When the [Soft Skin] is set – The smoothing effect is applied to the part that has a similar tone to the complexion of a subject, as well. – This mode may not be effective under insufficient lighting. •...
  • Page 50 Recording Taking panorama pictures in Self Shot Mode You can also take panorama pictures in Self Shot Mode. By recording with Panorama Shot Mode, you can enjoy a variety of self-portraits, such as those with your friends or those incorporating a wide background. •...
  • Page 51 Recording Technique for Panorama Shot Mode ∫ Swivel the camera around its centre when moving it in the Example: recording direction. Hold the camera with both hands, When you have selected taking care not to shake it. ] in step •...

  • Page 52: About The Monitor

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

  • Page 53: Using The Zoom

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

  • Page 54: Extra Optical Zoom (Ez)

    Recording Extra Optical Zoom (EZ) This function works when any of the picture sizes (P75) indicated with is selected. You can zoom in further than you can with the Optical Zoom without deteriorating the image quality. Maximum magnification: 27k (This includes the optical zoom magnification. The magnification level differs depending on [Picture Size] setting.) •...

  • Page 55: Taking Pictures Using The Built-In Flash

    Recording Taking Pictures Using the Built-in Flash Applicable modes: Flash Do not cover it with your fingers or other objects. Switching to the appropriate flash setting Set the flash to match the recording. Press 1 [‰]. - 55 -...
  • Page 56 Recording Press 3/4 to select the setting and then press [MENU/SET]. Settings Description of settings [‡] ([Auto]) The flash is automatically activated when the recording conditions make it necessary. ¢1 ([iAuto]) The flash is automatically activated when the recording conditions make it necessary. It is activated once before the actual recording to reduce the red-eye phenomenon (eyes of the subject appearing red in ] ([Auto/Red-Eye])
  • Page 57 Recording Available Flash Settings in Recording Mode ∫ The available flash settings depend on the Recording Mode. (±: Available, —: Not available, ¥: Scene Mode initial setting) ‡ ‰ Œ ¢ — — — ± ± — ± ± ± ±...
  • Page 58 Recording The available flash range (approximation) ∫ Wide Tele [AUTO] in 0.6 m (2.0 feet) to 5.2 m (17 feet) 1.5 m (4.9 feet) to 2.6 m (8.5 feet) [Sensitivity] Shutter speed for each flash setting ∫ Flash setting Shutter speed (Sec.) Flash setting Shutter speed (Sec.) ‡...

  • Page 59: Taking Pictures With The Self-Timer

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

  • Page 60: Compensating The Exposure

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

  • Page 61: Taking Pictures With Different Image Effects (Creative Control Mode)

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

  • Page 62: [Expressive]

    Recording For details on how to select the “Creative Control Mode” settings, refer to P61. ¢ These pictures are examples to show the effect. [Expressive] This effect emphasises the colour to make a pop art picture. [Retro] This effect gives a faded image. [Old Days] This effect adds a bright, soft and nostalgic feel to the overall image.

  • Page 63: [Low Key]

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

  • Page 64: [High Dynamic]

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

  • Page 65: [Miniature Effect]

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

  • Page 66: [Star Filter]

    Recording [Star Filter] This effect transforms pin-points of light into a star effect. [One Point Color] This effect leaves one selected colour to emphasise impressiveness. Set the colour to leave in ∫ Fit the colour you want to leave in the frame at the centre of the screen, and then press [MENU/SET].

  • Page 67: Taking Panorama Pictures (Panorama Shot Mode)

    Recording Taking panorama pictures (Panorama Shot Mode) Recording Mode: Pictures are recorded continuously while moving the camera horizontally or vertically, and are combined to make a single panorama picture. This mode allows you to add any of 13 types of effects before recording. Press [MODE].
  • Page 68 Recording Press the shutter button fully and record a picture while moving the camera in a small circle in the direction selected in Step Recording from left to right Trace a half-circle with the camera, taking about 4 seconds. • Move the camera at a constant speed.
  • Page 69 Recording • The zoom position is fixed to Wide. • [Stabilizer] is fixed to [OFF]. • The focus, White Balance, and exposure are fixed at the optimum values for the first picture. As a result, if the focus or brightness changes substantially during recording, the entire panorama picture may not be recorded at the suitable focus or brightness.

  • Page 70: Taking Pictures That Match The Scene Being Recorded (Scene Mode)

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

  • Page 71: [Portrait]

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

  • Page 72: [Night Portrait]

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

  • Page 73: [Food]

    Recording [Food] This mode allows you to take pictures of food with a natural hue without being affected by the ambient light in restaurants, etc. [Baby1]/[Baby2] This takes pictures of a baby with a healthy complexion. It is possible to set different birthdays for [Baby1] and [Baby2]. You can display those during playback.

  • Page 74: [High Sens.]

    Recording [High Sens.] This mode minimises the jitter of the subjects, and enables you to take pictures of these subjects in dimly lit rooms. Picture Size ∫ Select the picture size of 3M (4:3), 2.5M (3:2), 2M (16:9) or 2.5M (1:1). [Starry Sky] This mode allows you to take vivid pictures of a starry sky or a dark subject.

  • Page 75: Using The [Rec] Menu

    Recording Using the [Rec] Menu For details on [Rec] menu settings, refer to P38. [Picture Size] Applicable modes: Set the number of pixels. The higher the numbers of pixels, the finer the detail of the pictures will appear even when they are printed onto large sheets.

  • Page 76: [Sensitivity]

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

  • Page 77: [White Balance]

    Recording [White Balance] Applicable modes: In sunlight, under incandescent lights or in other such conditions where the colour of white takes on a reddish or bluish tinge, this item adjusts to the colour of white which is closest to what is seen by the eye in accordance with the light source. Settings Description of settings [AWB] ([Auto White Balance]) Automatic adjustment...
  • Page 78 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 colour close to white, Auto White Balance may not function properly. In this case, set the White Balance to a mode other than [AWB].

  • Page 79: [Af Mode]

    Recording [AF Mode] Applicable modes: This allows the focusing method that suits the positions and number of the subjects to be selected. Settings Description of settings The camera automatically detects the person’s face. (max. 12 areas) ([Face [š] The focus and exposure can then be adjusted to fit that face no matter Detection]) what portion of the picture it is in.
  • Page 80 Recording About [š] ([Face Detection]) ∫ The following AF area frames are displayed when the camera detects the faces. Yellow: When the shutter button is pressed halfway, the frame turns green when the camera is focused. White: Displayed when more than one face is detected. Other faces that are the same distance away as the faces within the yellow AF areas are also brought into focus.

  • Page 81: [I.exposure]

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

  • Page 82: [Burst Shooting]

    Recording [Burst Shooting] Applicable modes: Pictures are taken continuously while the shutter button is pressed. Maximum Settings Description of settings recordable pictures Burst speed approx. 1.4 pictures/second • The burst speed becomes slower halfway. [˜] ([Burst On]) 200 pictures ¢ The exact timing of this depends on the type of card and the Picture Size.

  • Page 83: [Af Assist Lamp]

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

  • Page 84: [Red-Eye Removal]

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

  • Page 85: [Date Stamp]

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

  • Page 86: Using The [Motion Picture] Menu

    Recording Using the [Motion Picture] Menu For details on [Motion Picture] menu settings, refer to P38. • The [Motion Picture] menu is not displayed in the following cases. – [Soft Focus]/[Star Filter] (Creative Control Mode) [Rec Quality] Applicable modes: This sets up the picture quality of motion pictures. Settings Picture size Aspect ratio...

  • Page 87: Playback/Editing

    Playback/Editing Various methods of playback You can play back the recorded pictures in various methods. Press [(]. Press [MODE]. Press 3/4/2/1 to select item, and then press [MENU/SET]. • Following items can be selected. ] ([All]) (P35) ] ([Slide Show]) (P88) ] ([Category Selection]) (P90)

  • Page 88: [Slide Show]

    Playback/Editing [Slide Show] You can play back the pictures you have taken in sequence at specified intervals. This playback method is recommended when you have connected the camera to a TV set to view the pictures you have taken. Select the group to play back by pressing 3/4, and Slide Show then press [MENU/SET].
  • Page 89 Playback/Editing Changing the slide show settings ∫ You can change the settings for Slide Show Playback by selecting Slide Show [Effect] or [Setup] on the slide show menu screen. Start [Effect] Effect Screen effects can be added to picture transitions. Setup [ON]/[OFF] Select screen effect...

  • Page 90: [Category Selection]

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

  • Page 91: [Calendar]

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

  • Page 92: Having Fun With Recorded Pictures ([Creative Retouch])

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

  • Page 93: Using The [Playback] Menu

    Playback/Editing Using the [Playback] Menu For details on [Playback] menu settings, refer to P38. You can perform actions like cropping recorded pictures, as well as set up the protection of recorded images, etc. • With [Creative Retouch], [Resize] or [Cropping], a new edited picture is created. A new picture cannot be created if there is no free space on the built-in memory or the card so we recommend checking that there is free space and then editing the picture.

  • Page 94: [Creative Retouch]

    Playback/Editing To pause the recording of location information ∫ Press [MENU/SET] while recording of the location information onto pictures is taking place. • During a suspended period, [±] is displayed. Select the period with [±] to restart the recording process from the picture you left off. To delete the received location information ∫...

  • Page 95: [Resize]

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

  • Page 96: [Cropping]

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

  • Page 97: [Protect]

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

  • Page 98: [Copy]

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

  • Page 99: Wi-Fi

    LAN devices, ensure that the appropriate measures are taken for safety designs and defects for the systems used. Panasonic will not take any responsibility for any damage that arises when using the camera for any purpose other than as a wireless LAN device.
  • Page 100 Wi-Fi About the Wi-Fi connection lamp ∫ Lit blue: The Wi-Fi connection is on standby Blinking blue: Sending/receiving data through the Wi-Fi connection About the [Wi-Fi] button ∫ Pressing and holding [Wi-Fi] before connecting to Wi-Fi (When connecting to a smartphone/tablet) •...

  • Page 101: What You Can Do With The Wi-Fi Function

    Wi-Fi What you can do with the Wi-Fi function Controlling with a Smartphone/Tablet Recording images remotely with a smartphone (P107) Playing back pictures in the camera (P107) Saving images stored in the camera (P108) Sending acquired location information to the camera (P109) When sending images to PC Sending an image each time a recording is made...

  • Page 102: Controlling With A Smartphone/Tablet

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

  • Page 103: Connecting To A Smartphone/Tablet

    Wi-Fi Connecting to a smartphone/tablet By pressing and holding [Wi-Fi], you can easily connect the camera to a smartphone or tablet. Preparations • Install the “Image App” in advance. (P102) Press and hold [Wi-Fi]. • The information required for connecting the smartphone to this unit (QR code, SSID and password) is displayed.
  • Page 104 Wi-Fi Operate the smartphone. • The connection method differs according to your smartphone. • When the connection is complete, a message indicating that the smartphone is connected is displayed on its screen. (After this operation, it may take a while for the connection to be completed.) If you are using an iOS device When scanning the QR code to set up a connection (If you are reconnecting the camera, steps 1 to 5 are not required)
  • Page 105 Wi-Fi When using an SSID and password to set up a connection 1 Turn on the Wi-Fi function in the setting menu of the smartphone/tablet. 2 Select the SSID displayed on the screen of the camera. Wi-Fi 0123456789ABC 3 Enter the password displayed on the screen of the camera. (Only when connecting for the first time) 4 Start “Image App”.
  • Page 106 Wi-Fi Terminating the connection ∫ After use, terminate the connection to the smartphone. Once turning off the connection, you can perform normal recording and playback. Press [ • Confirmation screen is displayed. It is executed when [Yes] is selected. On the smartphone, close “Image App ”. (If you are using an iOS device) On the screen of “Image App”, press the home button to close the app.

  • Page 107: Taking Pictures Via A Smartphone/Tablet (Remote Recording)

    Wi-Fi Taking pictures via a smartphone/tablet (remote recording) Connect to a smartphone. (P103) Operate the smartphone. 1 Select [ 2 Operate the zoom to decide on the composition. 3 Release the shutter. • The recorded images are saved in the camera. •...

  • Page 108: Saving Images Stored In The Camera

    Wi-Fi Saving images stored in the camera Connect to a smartphone. (P103) Operate the smartphone. 1 Select [  • You can switch the images to be displayed by selecting the icon ( A ) on the top left of the screen.

  • Page 109: Sending Location Information To The Camera From A Smartphone/Tablet

    Wi-Fi Sending location information to the camera from a smartphone/tablet You can acquire location information from a smartphone, and write it on images afterwards. • You can write location information sent from a smartphone on images by using [Location Logging] in the [Playback] menu of the camera.

  • Page 110: Sending Images To A Smartphone/Tablet By Controlling The Camera

    Wi-Fi Sending images to a smartphone/tablet by controlling the camera Methods for sending and images that can be sent ∫ JPEG Motion JPEG Sending an image each time a recording is made — ± ([Send Images While Recording]) Sending selected images ±...
  • Page 111 Wi-Fi Sending an image each time a recording is made ([Send Images While Recording]) Press [Wi-Fi]. Press 3/4/2/1 to select [New Connection], and then press [MENU/SET]. Press 3/4 to select [Send Images While Recording], and Select a function then press [MENU/SET]. Remote Shooting &...
  • Page 112 Wi-Fi Sending selected images ([Send Images Stored in the Camera]) Press [Wi-Fi]. Press 3/4/2/1 to select [New Connection], and then press [MENU/SET]. Press 3/4 to select [Send Images Stored in the Camera], Select a function and then press [MENU/SET]. Remote Shooting & View Send Images While Recording Send Images Stored in the Camera Cancel...

  • Page 113: When Sending Images To Pc

    Wi-Fi When sending images to PC You can send pictures and motion pictures recorded with this unit to a PC. You can also set this unit so that images on it are transferred automatically while it is being charged. (Smart Transfer) (P116) Methods for sending and images that can be sent ∫...
  • Page 114 Wi-Fi To create a folder that receives images • Create a PC user account [account name (up to 254 characters) and password (up to 32 characters)] consisting of alphanumeric characters. An attempt to create a receive folder may fail if the account includes non-alphanumeric characters. •...
  • Page 115 Wi-Fi Sending selected images ([Send Images Stored in the Camera]) Press [Wi-Fi]. Press 3/4/2/1 to select [New Connection], and then press [MENU/SET]. Press 3/4 to select [Send Images Stored in the Camera], and then press [MENU/ SET]. Press 3/4 to select [PC], and then press [MENU/SET]. Press [MENU/SET].

  • Page 116: To Transfer Images Automatically ([Smart Transfer])

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

  • Page 117: Configuring [Smart Transfer]

    Wi-Fi Configuring [Smart Transfer] When using Smart Transfer for the first time, follow the steps below to set it up. From the next time on, you can change the settings from [Set Destination] (P118). Select [Wi-Fi Setup] in the [Wi-Fi] menu, and press [MENU/SET]. (P38) Press 3/4 to select [Smart Transfer], and press [MENU/SET].

  • Page 118: [Set Destination]

    Wi-Fi [Set Destination] Changing the transfer destination or settings of images. Select [Wi-Fi Setup] in the [Wi-Fi] menu, and press [MENU/SET]. (P38) Press 3/4 to select [Smart Transfer], and press [MENU/SET]. Press 3/4 to select [Set Destination], and press [MENU/SET]. Press 3/4 to select the item, and press [MENU/SET].

  • Page 119: About Connections

    Wi-Fi About Connections You can select a connection method after selecting a Wi-Fi function and a destination. When connecting with the same settings as the previous ones, you can use the Wi-Fi function quickly by connecting via [History Connection] or [Favorite Connection]. Connecting to a PC ([Via Network]) (P120) Connects via a wireless access point.

  • Page 120: Connecting To A Pc (Via A Network)

    Wi-Fi Connecting to a PC (via a network) You can select the method for connecting to a wireless access point. Select connection method ¢ WPS refers to a function that allows you to easily configure the Use button on WPS (Push-Button) settings related to the connection and security of wireless LAN the WPS device WPS (PIN code)
  • Page 121 Wi-Fi If you are not sure about the WPS compatibility (connecting by [From List]) Search for available wireless access points. • Confirm encryption key of the selected wireless access point if the network authentication is encrypted. • When connecting by [Manual Input], confirm SSID, encryption type, encryption key of the wireless access point you are using.

  • Page 122: Entering Text

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

  • Page 123: Connecting To A Smartphone/Tablet (Direct Connection)

    Wi-Fi Connecting to a smartphone/tablet (direct connection) You can directly connect your device and the camera. Enter SSID and Manual Connection password Cancel Connection method Description of settings Enter the SSID and password into the Please set on your smartphone device.

  • Page 124: Connecting Quickly With The Same Settings As The Previous Ones ([History Connection]/[Favorite Connection])

    Wi-Fi Connecting quickly with the same settings as the previous ones ([History Connection]/[Favorite Connection]) When the Wi-Fi function is used, a record is saved in the history. You can register records as favourites. Connecting from the history or favourites allows you to easily connect with the same settings as the previous ones.
  • Page 125 Wi-Fi Editing the items registered to favourites Press [Wi-Fi]. Press 3/4/2/1 to select [Favorite Connection], and then press [MENU/SET]. Select the favourite item you want to edit with 3/4, and then press 1. Press 3/4 to select the item, and press [MENU/SET]. Item Description of settings [Remove from Favorite]...

  • Page 126: About Settings For Sending Images

    Wi-Fi About settings for sending images To send images, select [New Connection] , and select the method for sending them. Even after completing the connection, you can still change the size of the images to be sent. Select a function Remote Shooting &...
  • Page 127 Wi-Fi Send Images While Recording A picture can be automatically sent to a specified device every time you take it. • Since the camera gives priority to recording, sending may take longer during the recording. • When connected with [Send Images While Recording], [ ] is displayed on the recording screen, and [ ] is displayed while sending...

  • Page 128: [Wi-Fi Setup] Menu

    Wi-Fi [Wi-Fi Setup] Menu For details on how to select the [Wi-Fi] menu settings, refer to P38. Configure the settings required for the Wi-Fi function. [Wi-Fi Setup] cannot be changed when connected to Wi-Fi. Select [Wi-Fi Setup] in the [Wi-Fi] menu, and press [MENU/SET]. Press 3/4 to select item, and press [MENU/SET].
  • Page 129 Wi-Fi To prevent incorrect operation or use of the Wi-Fi function by a third party and to protect saved personal information, it is recommended that you protect the Wi-Fi function with a password. Setting a password will automatically display the password input [Wi-Fi Password] screen when the Wi-Fi function is used.

  • Page 130: Connecting To Other Equipment

    Check the directions of the connectors, and plug them straight in or unplug them straight out. (Otherwise the connectors may bend out of shape, which may cause malfunction.) • Always use a genuine Panasonic AV cable (DMW-AVC1: optional). A Yellow: to the video input socket C AV cable (optional)
  • Page 131 Connecting to other equipment The recorded still pictures can be played back on a TV with an SD Memory Card slot. • Depending on the TV model, pictures may not be displayed on the full screen. • The file format of the motion pictures that can be played back differs depending on the TV model. •...

  • Page 132: Saving Still Pictures And Motion Pictures On Your Pc

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

  • Page 133: Transferring Images To A Pc

    (Otherwise the connectors may bend out of shape, which may cause malfunction.) • Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one or a genuine Panasonic USB connection cable (DMW-USBC1: optional). A USB connection cable (supplied) B Insert the USB connection cable so that its [ ] mark will face the [ ] mark side of the camera.
  • Page 134 Connecting to other equipment About the folder structure of the camera ∫ The content (folder structure) of the built-in memory of the camera/the card is displayed on a PC as follows: • Built-in Memory • Card DCIM: Images 1 Folder number DCIM 2 File number 100_PANA...

  • Page 135: Printing The Pictures

    (Otherwise the connectors may bend out of shape, which may cause malfunction.) • Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one or a genuine Panasonic USB connection cable (DMW-USBC1: optional). A USB connection cable (supplied) B Insert the USB connection cable so that its [ ] mark will face the [ ] mark side of the camera.

  • Page 136: Selecting A Single Picture And Printing It

    Connecting to other equipment Selecting a single picture and printing it PictBridge PictBridge PictBridge Press 2/1 to select the picture and then press [MENU/SET]. Press 3 to select [Print start] and then press [MENU/SET]. • Refer to P137 for the items which can be set before starting to print the pictures.

  • Page 137: 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 138 Connecting to other equipment [Paper Size] Settings on the printer are prioritised. [L/3.5qk5q] 89 mmk127 mm [2L/5qk7q] 127 mmk178 mm [POSTCARD] 100 mmk148 mm [A4] 210 mmk297 mm [A3] 297 mmk420 mm [10k15cm] 100 mmk150 mm [4qk6q] 101.6 mmk152.4 mm [8qk10q] 203.2 mmk254 mm [LETTER]...
  • Page 139 Connecting to other equipment [Page Layout] (Layouts for printing that can be set with this unit) Settings on the printer are prioritised. 1 picture with no frame on 1 page á 1 picture with a frame on 1 page â 2 pictures on 1 page ã...

  • Page 140: Screen Display

    Others Screen Display In recording ∫ 3s 3s 3s F3.1 F3.1 F3.1 1/60 1/60 1/60 Recording Mode 15 Exposure compensation (P60) Recording Quality (P86) AF assist lamp (P83): Picture Size (P75) 16 Age (P73) Flash (P55) Current date and time Optical Image Stabiliser (P84) World Time (P41): “...
  • Page 141 Others In playback ∫ 100 0001 100 0001 0001 Playback Mode (P87) 10 Recorded date and time Protected picture (P97) World Time (P41): “ Date stamped display (P85) Recording information (P52) After Creative Retouch (P92) (P73) Picture Size (P75) 11 Power Monitor (P43) Battery indication (P14)

  • Page 142: Message Display

    [Please turn camera off and then on again]/[System Error] • This is displayed when the lens has stopped operating normally due to being pressed on by a hand etc. Turn the camera off and on. If the message persists, contact the dealer or Panasonic. - 142 -...
  • Page 143 (P45) [This battery cannot be used] • Use a genuine Panasonic battery. If this message is displayed even when a genuine Panasonic battery is used, contact the dealer or Panasonic. • If the battery terminal is dirty, clean it and remove any objects.
  • Page 144 Others [Failed to connect wireless access point]/[Connection failed]/[No destination found] • Check following regarding the wireless access point. – The wireless access point information set on this unit is wrong. Check the authentication type, encryption type, and encryption key. (P121) –...

  • Page 145: Troubleshooting

    Others Troubleshooting First, try out the following procedures (P145–155). If the problem is not resolved, it may be improved by selecting [Reset] (P45) 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 146 Others Recording The picture cannot be recorded. • Is there any memory remaining on the built-in memory or the card? > Delete the pictures which are not necessary to increase available space in the memory. (P37) • You may not be able to record for a short while after turning this unit on when using a large capacity card.
  • Page 147 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 colour. These are a result of the characteristics of the light source and do not indicate a malfunction.
  • Page 148 Others Monitor The monitor becomes darker or brighter for a moment. • This phenomenon appears when you press the shutter button halfway to set the aperture value and does not affect the recorded pictures. • This phenomenon also appears when the brightness changes when the camera is zoomed or when the camera is moved.
  • Page 149 Others Playback The picture is not played back. The recorded pictures are not displayed. • Is there a picture on the built-in memory or the card? The pictures on the built-in memory appear when a card is not inserted. The picture data on the card appears when a card is inserted.
  • Page 150 Others Red part of the recorded image has changed colour to black. • When Red-Eye Removal ([ ], [ ]) is in operation, if you take a picture of a subject with red colour surrounded by a skin tone colour, that red part may be corrected to black by the Red-Eye Removal function.
  • Page 151 Others About the Wi-Fi function A Wi-Fi connection cannot be established. Radio waves get disconnected. Wireless access point is not displayed. (General tips for using a Wi-Fi connection) • Try [Reset Wi-Fi Settings] in the [Setup] menu. • Use within the communication range of the device to be connected. •...
  • Page 152 Others This unit is not displayed in the Wi-Fi setting screen of the smartphone. • From the Wi-Fi setting menu on the smartphone, turn off and then on the Wi-Fi function. Images cannot be transmitted to a PC. • When the firewall of the OS, security software, etc. is enabled, connecting to the PC may not be possible.
  • Page 153 The card is not recognised 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 154 Others The ends of the pictures are cut at printing. • When using a printer with a Cropping or borderless printing function, cancel this function before printing. (For details, refer to the operating instructions for the printer.) • When you order photo studios to print pictures, ask the photo studio if the 16:9 pictures can be printed.
  • Page 155 Others When pictures are taken using the zoom, they are slightly distorted and the areas around the subject contain colours which are not actually present. • It is possible that the subject may be warped slightly, or the borders get coloured, depending on the zoom magnification, due to the characteristics of the lens, but this is not a malfunction.

  • Page 156: 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 157 Others Cleaning Before cleaning the camera, remove the battery or disconnect the power plug from the outlet. Then wipe the camera with a dry, soft cloth. • When the camera is soiled badly, it can be cleaned by wiping the dirt off with a wrung wet cloth, and then with a dry cloth.
  • Page 158 Others Battery The battery is a rechargeable lithium ion battery. Its ability to generate power comes from the chemical reaction that takes place inside it. If the surrounding temperature is too high or too low, the operating time of the battery may become shorter. Always remove the battery after use.
  • Page 159 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 160 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 161 • SDXC Logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC. • QuickTime and the QuickTime logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Apple Inc., used under license therefrom. • iPhoto, Mac and Mac OS are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.

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