Operating Instructions for advanced features Digital Camera Model No. DMC-FZ45 Before use, please read these instructions completely.
Contents Before Use Quick Guide ..............................................5 Standard Accessories ...............................7 Names of the Components .......................8 Operating the Rear Dial ..........................11 Attaching the Lens Cap/ Shoulder Strap ........................................12 Attaching the Lens Hood.........................14 Preparation Charging the Battery ...............................15 • Approximate operating time and number of recordable pictures ..........
Taking pictures that match the scene being recorded (Scene Mode).................91 • [PANORAMA ASSIST]......................92 • [PARTY] ............................................93 • [CANDLE LIGHT] ..............................93 • [BABY1]/ [BABY2] .............................94 • [PET] .................................................95 • [SUNSET] .........................................95 • [HIGH SENS.] ...................................95 • [HI-SPEED BURST] ..........................
Connecting to other equipment Playing Back Pictures on a TV Screen ..........................................171 • Playing back pictures using the AV cable (supplied)...................171 • Playing back pictures on a TV with an SD Memory Card slot ................172 • Playing back on the TV with HDMI socket ...................................173 Saving the recorded still pictures and motion pictures......................................178 • Copy the playback image using an AV cable ......................
Before Use Before Use Quick Guide This is an overview of how to record and play back pictures with the camera. For each step, be sure to refer to the pages indicated in brackets. plug-in type Charge the battery. (P15) • The battery is not charged when the camera is shipped. Charge the battery before use. 90° inlet type Insert the battery and the card. (P20) • When you do not use the card, you can record or play back pictures on the built-in memory. (P22) Refer to P23 when you use a card.
Before Use Play back the pictures. 1 Press [(]. 2 Select the picture you want to view.
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. • Battery Pack is indicated as battery pack or battery in the text. • Battery Charger is indicated as battery charger or charger in the text.
Before Use Names of the Components 1 2 3 4 Lens (P197) Flash (P66) Self-Timer indicator (P75) AF assist lamp (P142) Lens hood attachment part (P14) 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 [Q.
Before Use 17 Cursor buttons 2/ Self-Timer button (P75) 4/ Function button (P31) Assign [REC] Mode menu to 4 button. It is convenient to register [REC] Mode menu that is used often. [ASPECT RATIO]/[QUALITY]/[METERING MODE]/[WHITE BALANCE]/ [I.EXPOSURE]/[COLOR EFFECT]/[GUIDE LINE]/[ REC AREA]/ [REMAINING DISP.
Before Use 30 Speaker (P148) 31 Lens barrel (P192) 32 Release lever (P20) 33 Tripod receptacle (P200) • When you use a tripod, make sure the tripod is stable when the camera is attached to it. 34 Card/Battery door (P20) 35 DC coupler cover (P21) • When using an AC adaptor, ensure that the Panasonic DC coupler (optional) and AC adaptor (optional) are used. For connection details, refer to P21.
Before Use Operating the Rear Dial There are 2 ways to operate the rear dial, rotating left or right, and by pressing. Rotating: Selection of items or setting of values is performed during the various settings. Pressing: Operations that are the same as [MENU/SET] button, such as selection of settings and exiting the menu, are performed during the various settings.
Before Use Attaching the Lens Cap/Shoulder Strap ∫ 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. Pass the same string through the hole on the lens cap. Attach the lens cap. • Detach the lens cap before turning on the camera in the Recording Mode. • Do not hang or swing around this unit with the lens cap string attached.
Before Use ∫ 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. A Pull the shoulder strap 2 cm (0.07 feet) or more. • Attach the shoulder strap to the other side of the camera being careful not to twist it. • Check that the shoulder strap is firmly attached to the camera.
Before Use Attaching the Lens Hood In bright sunlight or backlight, the lens hood will minimise 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. 1 2 3 Insert the lens hood into the lens with the short sides at the top and bottom. Rotate the lens hood in the direction of the arrow until it stops with a "click". Check that the marks A on the lens hood and the lens barrel are aligned.
Preparation Preparation Charging the Battery ∫ About batteries that you can use with this unit It has been found that counterfeit battery packs which look very similar to the genuine product are made available to purchase in some markets. Some of these battery packs are not adequately protected with internal protection to meet the requirements of appropriate safety standards. There is a possibility that these battery packs may lead to fire or explosion.
Preparation plug-in type Connect the charger to the electrical outlet. • Disconnect the charger from the electrical socket and detach the battery after charging is completed. • The AC cable does not fit entirely into the AC input terminal. A gap will remain as shown on the right. 90° inlet type ∫ About the [CHARGE] indicator The [CHARGE] indicator turns on: The [CHARGE] indicator turns off: The [CHARGE] indicator A is turned on and charging will start.
Preparation ∫ Charging Charging time Approx. 155 min • The indicated charging time is for when the battery has been discharged completely. The charging time may vary depending on how the battery has been used. The charging time for the battery in hot/cold environments or a battery that has not been used for long time may be longer than normal. Charging time and number of recordable pictures with the optional battery pack are the same as above.
Preparation Approximate operating time and number of recordable pictures ∫ Recording still pictures (When using the LCD monitor/Viewfinder) Number of recordable pictures Approx. 580 pictures Recording time Approx. 290 min (By CIPA standard in Programme AE Mode) Recording conditions by CIPA standard • 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).
Preparation ∫ Playback (When using the LCD monitor/Viewfinder) Playback time Approx. 540 min Note • 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 shorten and the number of recordable pictures is reduced. – In low-temperature environments, such as on ski slopes. – When using [AUTO POWER LCD] or [POWER LCD] (P31).
Preparation Inserting and Removing the Card (optional)/the Battery • Turn the power switch to [OFF] and confirm that the lens barrel is retracted. • Close the flash. • We recommend using a Panasonic card. 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 OPEN LOCK the quality of this product.
Preparation Note • Remove the battery after use. • Do not remove the battery while the power is on as the settings on the camera may not be stored properly. • The supplied battery is designed only for the camera. Do not use it with any other equipment. • The battery will be exhausted if left for a long period of time after being charged. • Remove the card or battery after turning off the power, with the power lamp completely turned off and the lens barrel retracted completely.
Preparation About the Built-in Memory/the Card The following operations can be performed using this unit. • When a card has not been inserted: Pictures can be recorded in the built-in memory and played back. • When a card has been inserted: Pictures can be recorded on the card and played back. • When using the built-in memory k>ð (access indication¢) • When using the card † (access indication¢) ¢ The access indication lights red when pictures are being recorded on the built-in memory (or the card).
Preparation Card The following cards which conform to the SD video standard can be used with this unit. (These cards are indicated as card in the text.) Type of card which can be used with this unit SD Memory Card (8 MB to 2 GB) SDHC Memory Card (4 GB to 32 GB) SDXC Memory Card (48 GB, 64 GB) Remarks • SDHC Memory Card can be used with SDHC Memory Card or SDXC Memory Card compatible equipment. • SDXC Memory Card can only be used with SDXC Memory Card compatible equipment.
Preparation Setting Date/Time (Clock Set) • The clock is not set when the camera is shipped. Turn the camera on. A [MENU/SET] button B Cursor buttons • The lens barrel extends. • If the language select screen is not displayed, proceed to step 4. Press [MENU/SET]. Press 3/4 to select the language, and press [MENU/SET]. • The [PLEASE SET THE CLOCK] message appears. Press [MENU/SET].
Preparation Press 2/1 to select the items (year, month, day, hour, minute, display sequence or time display format), and press 3/4 to set. : : A: Time at the home area B: Time at the travel destination (P122) • Select either [24HRS] or [AM/PM] for the time display format. • When [AM/PM] is selected as the time display format, midnight is displayed as AM 12:00 and noon is displayed as PM 12:00. This display format is common in the US and elsewhere.
Preparation 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. Check the settings of this menu before proceeding to use the camera.
Preparation Setting menu items This section describes how to select the Programme AE Mode (P49), and the same setting can be used for the [MOTION PICTURE] mode menu, [PLAYBACK] menu and [SETUP] menu as well. Example: Setting [AF MODE] from [Ø] to [š] in the Programme AE Mode Turn the camera on. ST Set the mode dial to [ CU M A Mode dial B [MENU/SET] button • The lens barrel extends. ]. • To set the playback menu, proceed to step 3 by pressing the [(]. F Press [MENU/SET] to display the menu.
Preparation Press [MENU/SET] to set. Press [MENU/SET] to close the menu. Switching to other menus e.g.: Switching to the [SETUP] menu 1 Press [MENU/SET] to display the menu. 2 Press 2. 3 Press 4 to select the [SETUP] menu icon [ ]. 4 Press 1. • Select a menu item next and set it.
Preparation Using the quick menu By using the quick menu, some of the menu settings can be easily found. • Some of the menu items cannot be set by the modes. Press [Q.MENU] when recording. Press 3/4/2/1 to select the menu item and the setting and then press [MENU/ SET] to close the menu. A The items to be set and the settings are displayed. • You can set the following items in detail by pressing [DISPLAY].
Preparation Perform these settings if you need to. About the Setup Menu [CLOCK SET], [ECONOMY] and [AUTO REVIEW] are important items. Check their settings before using them. • In the Intelligent Auto Mode, only [CLOCK SET], [WORLD TIME], [BEEP], [LANGUAGE] and [STABILIZER DEMO.] (P39) can be set. For details on how to select the [SETUP] menu settings, refer to P27. U [CLOCK SET] Setting Date/Time. • Refer to P24 for details. Set the time in your home area and travel destination.
Preparation [CUST. SET MEM.] Up to 3 current camera settings can be registered as custom settings. (Recording Mode only) • Refer to P111 for details. Assign [REC] Mode menu to 4 button. It is convenient to register a [REC] Mode menu that is used often. (Recording Mode only) [Fn BUTTON SET] [ASPECT RATIO]/[QUALITY]/[METERING MODE]/[WHITE BALANCE]/[I.EXPOSURE]/[COLOR EFFECT]/[GUIDE LINE]/ [ REC AREA]/[REMAINING DISP.] • Refer to P124 for details about the [REC] Mode menu.
Preparation [GUIDE LINE] Set the pattern of the guide lines displayed when taking pictures. You can also set whether or not to have the recording information displayed when the guide lines are displayed. (P62) [REC. INFO.]: [OFF]/[ON] • The [PATTERN] setting is fixed to [ [HISTOGRAM] [PATTERN]: [ ]/[ ] ] in the Intelligent Auto Mode. This allows you to set either to display or not display the histogram. (P65) [OFF]/[ON] [ REC AREA] Angle of view for motion picture recording can be checked.
Preparation [HIGHLIGHT] When the Auto Review function is activated or when playing back, white saturated areas appear blinking in black and white. [OFF]/[ON] • If there are any white saturated areas, we recommend compensating the exposure towards [ON] [OFF] negative (P76) referring to the histogram (P65) and then taking the picture again. It may result in a better quality picture.
Preparation In Manual Focus, the assistance screen appears on the centre of the screen to facilitate focusing on the subject. [MF ASSIST] [OFF] [ON]: The centre of the screen is enlarged over the whole screen. • Refer to P74 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.
Preparation [PLAY ON LCD] If you selected the Viewfinder in a Recording Mode, the display will automatically switch to the LCD monitor when playing back the pictures. [OFF]/[ON] • Refer to P64 for details. Set the length of time that the picture is displayed after taking it. o [AUTO REVIEW] [OFF] [1SEC.] [2SEC.] [HOLD]: The pictures are displayed until one of the buttons is pressed.
Preparation Select the USB communication system after or before connecting the camera to your PC or your printer with the USB connection cable (supplied). x [USB MODE] y [SELECT ON CONNECTION]: Select either [PC] or [PictBridge(PTP)] if you connected the camera to a PC or a printer supporting PictBridge. { [PictBridge(PTP)]: Set after or before connecting to a printer supporting PictBridge. z [PC]: Set after or before connecting to a PC.
Preparation 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). [HDMI MODE] [AUTO]: The output resolution is automatically set based on the information from the connected TV. [1080i]: The interlace method with 1080 available scan lines is used for output. [720p]: The progressive method with 720 available scan lines is used for output.
Preparation Set the screen that is displayed when the mode dial is set to , , , and . [OFF]: } [SCENE MENU] , The recording screen in the currently selected Advanced Scene Mode (P86) or Scene Mode (P91) appears. [AUTO]: The Advanced Scene Mode or Scene Mode menu screen appears. The last operated menu position is saved even if the camera is [MENU RESUME] turned off. [OFF]/[ON] [VERSION DISP.] It is possible to check which version of firmware is on the camera.
Preparation ~ [LANGUAGE] Set the language displayed on the screen. • 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. ([AUTO DEMO]) [STABILIZER DEMO.
Basic Mode switching Basic Selecting the [REC] Mode, and record still picture or motion picture Turn the camera on. • The power lamp 2 lights when you turn this unit on 1. ST M CU CU ST Align a desired mode with part A. • Rotate the mode dial slowly and surely to adjust to each mode. (The mode dial rotates 360 o) M Switching the mode by rotating the mode dial. ∫ Basic Intelligent Auto Mode (P44) The subjects are recorded using settings automatically selected by the camera.
Basic ∫ Advanced Aperture-Priority AE Mode (P80) The shutter speed is automatically determined by the aperture value you set. Shutter-Priority AE Mode (P80) The aperture value is automatically determined by the shutter speed you set. Manual Exposure Mode (P81) The exposure is adjusted by the aperture value and the shutter speed which are manually adjusted. Creative Motion Picture Mode (P109) Record motion picture with manual settings.
Basic ST M CU A Shutter button B Motion picture button Taking the still picture Press the shutter button halfway to focus. Press the shutter button fully (push it in further), and take the picture. ∫ For more details, refer to the explanation of each recording mode. Recording the motion picture Press the motion picture button to start the recording. Press the motion picture button again to stop the recording.
Basic Tips for taking good pictures • Do not cover the flash, the AF assist lamp A or the microphone B with your fingers or other objects. • 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 move the camera when you press the shutter button. • The lens barrel will retract approximately 15 seconds after switching from recording mode to Playback Mode. • Do not touch the lens or the lens barrel.
Basic [REC] Mode: ñ 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. • The following functions are activated automatically. – Scene Detection/[STABILIZER]/Intelligent ISO sensitivity control/Face Detection/Quick AF/ [I.
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. ¦ > [i-PORTRAIT] [i-SCENERY] [i-MACRO] [i-NIGHT PORTRAIT] • Only when [ ] is selected [i-NIGHT SCENERY] [i-SUNSET] [i-BABY]¢ • [¦] is set if none of the scenes are applicable, and the standard settings are set.
Basic AF Tracking Function It is possible to set the focus to the specified subject. 1 Press [FOCUS]. • [ ] is displayed in the upper left of the screen. • AF Tracking frame is displayed in the centre of the screen. • Press [FOCUS] again to cancel. 2 Bring the subject to the AF tracking frame, and press [AF/AE LOCK] to lock the subject. • AF tracking frame will turn yellow. • An optimum scene for the specified subject will be chosen. • Press [FOCUS] to cancel. Note • [FACE RECOG.
Basic Settings in Intelligent Auto Mode ∫ [REC] Mode menu [PICTURE SIZE]¢1 (P125)/[BURST] (P138)/[COLOR EFFECT]/ [FACE RECOG.] (P113) • [COLOR EFFECT] can set the colour effects of [STANDARD], [Happy], [B/W] or [SEPIA]. When [Happy] is selected, it is possible to automatically take a picture with a higher level of brilliance for the colour brightness and vividness.
Basic ¢1 The settings which can be selected are different from when other [REC] Modes are used. ¢2 When a face is not recognised, it will be fixed to [ ] when recording still pictures, and to [Ø] when recording motion pictures. ¢3 Fix to [MODE 1] during motion picture recording. • The following functions cannot be used. – [AUTO LCD OFF]/Auto Bracket/Flash output adjustment/White Balance fine adjustment/ White Balance Bracket/[AF/AE LOCK]/[MIN. SHTR SPEED]/[DIGITAL ZOOM]/[PICT. ADJ.
Basic [REC] Mode: ³ Taking pictures with your favourite settings (Programme 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. CU ST ]. M Set the mode dial to [ A Mode dial • To change the setting while taking pictures, refer to “Using the [REC] Mode menu” (P124). Aim the AF area at the point you want to focus on.
Basic Focusing Aim the AF area at the subject, and then press the shutter button halfway.
Basic Preventing jitter (camera shake) When the jitter alert [ ] appears, use [STABILIZER] (P141), a tripod or the Self-Timer (P75). • Shutter speed will be slower particularly in the following cases. Keep the camera still from the moment the shutter button is pressed until the picture appears on the screen. We recommend using a tripod. – Slow sync.
Basic Programme shift In Programme AE Mode, you can change the preset aperture value and shutter speed without changing the exposure. This is called programme 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 Programme AE Mode.
Basic [REC] Mode: Taking Pictures with the Zoom Using the Optical Zoom/Using the Extra 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 50.6k), do not set the picture size to the highest setting for each aspect ratio (X/Y/W/ ). The zoom magnification can be increased by approximately 1.
Basic ∫ Types of zooms Feature Maximum magnification Picture quality Conditions Optical Zoom Extra Optical Zoom (EZ) 24k 50.6k¢ No deterioration No deterioration [PICTURE SIZE] with selected. None (P125) is Screen display A [ Feature Intelligent Zoom 32k (including Optical Zoom 24k) Maximum 67.4k (including Extra Optical Zoom magnification 50.6k) Picture quality No noticeable deterioration Conditions [I.RESOLUTION] (P138) on the [REC] menu is set to [i.ZOOM].
Basic ∫ Extra Optical Zoom mechanism When you set the picture size to [ ] (3 million pixels), the 14M (14.1 million pixels) CCD area is cropped to the centre 3M (3 million pixels) area, allowing a picture with a higher zoom effect. Note • The Digital Zoom cannot be set when õ has been selected. • The indicated zoom magnification is an approximation. • “EZ” is an abbreviation of “Extra Optical Zoom”. • The Optical Zoom is set to Wide (1k) when the camera is turned on.
Basic [PLAYBACK] Mode: ¸ Playing back Pictures ([NORMAL PLAY]) Press [(]. Press 2/1 to select the picture. A File number B Picture number A B 2: Play back the previous picture 1: Play back the next picture • 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. • It is also possible to forward/rewind pictures by rotating the rear dial.
Basic Displaying Multiple Screens (Multi Playback) Rotate the zoom lever towards [L] (W). A 1 screen>12 screens>30 screens>Calendar screen display (P154) A Number of the selected picture and the total number of recorded pictures • Rotate the zoom lever towards [Z] (T) to return to the previous screen. • Pictures are not rotated for display. • Pictures displayed using [ ] cannot be played back. ∫ To return to normal playback 1 Press 3/4/2/1 to select a picture.
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. W T • 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. • The more a picture is enlarged, the more its quality deteriorates.
Basic Enlarge the focus point (display focus point) This unit will remember the focus point during the recording, and it can be enlarged with that point as a centre. Press [FOCUS] during image playback. • Focus point may not be the centre of enlargement when it is at the edge of the image. • Refer to “Using the Playback Zoom” (P58) for operation during zooming. • It will return to the original enlargement if [FOCUS] is pressed again.
Basic [PLAYBACK] Mode: ¸ 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. To delete a single picture Select the picture to be deleted, and then press [‚]. A [DISPLAY] button B [‚] button Press 2 to select [YES] and then press [MENU/SET].
Basic To delete multiple pictures (up to 50) or all the pictures Press [‚]. Press 3/4 to select [DELETE MULTI] or [DELETE ALL] and then press [MENU/SET]. • [DELETE ALL] > step 5. Press 3/4/2/1 to select the picture, and then press [DISPLAY] to set. (Repeat this step.) •[ ] appears on the selected pictures. If [DISPLAY] is pressed again, the setting is cancelled. Press [MENU/SET]. Press 3 to select [YES] and then press [MENU/SET] to set.
Advanced (Recording pictures) Advanced (Recording pictures) About the LCD Monitor/Viewfinder ∫ Switching the LCD monitor/Viewfinder Press [EVF/LCD] to switch the monitor screen. A Viewfinder B [EVF/LCD] button C LCD monitor • When the LCD monitor turns on, the Viewfinder turns off (and vice versa). ∫ Selecting the screen to be used Press [DISPLAY] to change. D [DISPLAY] button • When the menu screen appears, the [DISPLAY] button is not activated.
Advanced (Recording pictures) ¢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 Set the pattern of the guide lines displayed by setting [GUIDE LINE] in [SETUP] menu. You can also set whether or not to have the recording information displayed when the guide lines are displayed.
Advanced (Recording pictures) ∫ Out-of-frame display Recording information is displayed on the bottom and right edges of the screen. You can therefore concentrate on the subject when taking pictures without being obstructed by information displayed on the screen. ∫ Diopter adjustment Adjust the diopter to suit your vision so that you can see the Viewfinder clearly. Look at the display on the Viewfinder and rotate the diopter adjustment dial to where the screen is clearest.
Advanced (Recording pictures) ∫ About the Histogram A histogram is a graph that displays brightness along the horizontal axis (black to white) and the number of pixels at each brightness level on the vertical axis. It allows you to easily check a picture’s exposure.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [REC] Mode: Taking Pictures using the Built-in 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. • The flash setting is fixed to [Œ] while the flash is closed. Note • Be careful not to catch a finger when closing a flash bulb. Switching to the appropriate flash setting Set the flash to match the recording. • Open the flash. Select [FLASH] in the [REC] mode menu.
Advanced (Recording pictures) Item ‡: AUTO : AUTO/Red-Eye Reduction¢ ‰: Forced flash ON : Forced ON/Red-Eye Reduction¢ : Slow sync./Red-Eye Reduction¢ Œ: Forced flash OFF Description of settings The flash is automatically activated when the recording conditions make it necessary. The flash is automatically activated when the recording conditions make it necessary.
Advanced (Recording pictures) ∫ Available flash settings by Recording Mode The available flash settings depend on the Recording Mode.
Advanced (Recording pictures) ∫ The available flash range to take pictures • The available flash range is an approximation. Available flash range ISO sensitivity Wide Tele AUTO 30 cm (0.99 feet) to 9.5 m (31.16 feet)¢ 1.0 m (3.28 feet) to 5.1 m (16.73 feet)¢ ISO80 30 cm (0.99 feet) to 3.0 m (9.84 feet) 1.0 m (3.28 feet) to 1.6 m (5.24 feet) ISO100 30 cm (0.99 feet) to 3.3 m (10.82 feet) 1.0 m (3.28 feet) to 1.8 m (5.90 feet) ISO200 40 cm (1.32 feet) to 4.7 m (15.41 feet) 1.0 m (3.
Advanced (Recording pictures) ∫ Shutter speed for each flash setting Flash setting Shutter speed (Sec.) Flash setting Shutter speed (Sec.) ‡ 1/60¢1 to 1/2000th 1¢1 to 1/2000th ‰ Œ ¢1 It may vary depending on the [MIN. SHTR SPEED] setting (P137). • Refer to P82 for details about the Aperture-Priority AE, Shutter-Priority AE, and Manual Exposure. • In Intelligent Auto Mode, shutter speed changes depending on the identified scene.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [REC] Mode: Taking Close-up Pictures Press and hold [AF/AF#/MF] until the focus switching screen appears. Press 3/4 to select [AF MACRO] or [MACRO ZOOM]. Press [MENU/SET]. • You can also press the shutter button halfway to finish. • The menu screen disappears after about 5 seconds. At this time, the selected item is automatically set. Press the shutter button halfway to focus and then press it fully to take the picture.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [AF MACRO] 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). As you rotate the zoom lever towards Tele, the distance at which you can take close-up pictures changes in steps. The maximum distance for close-up pictures is 1 m (3.28 feet). ∫ Focus range ¢ The focus range changes in steps. 1 m (3.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [REC] Mode: 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. Press and hold [AF/AF#/MF] until the focus switching screen appears. Press 3/4 to select [MF] and then press [MENU/SET]. • [MF] is displayed while in Manual Focus Mode. Press the rear dial a few times to enable the manual focus operation.
Advanced (Recording pictures) ∫ MF assistance If [MF ASSIST] (P34) in the setup menu is set to [ON], when you rotate the rear dial, MF assistance is activated and the screen is enlarged allowing you to focus on the subject more easily. 1 Rotate the rear dial to display MF assistance on the screen. 2 Display MF area (enlarged area) by pressing [MENU/SET]. 3 Move the MF area (enlarged area) by pressing 3/4/2/1 on the cursor button. 4 Return to MF assistance by pressing [MENU/SET].
Advanced (Recording pictures) [REC] Mode: Taking Pictures with the Self-Timer Press 2 [ë]. Press 3/4 to select a mode. • You can also press 2 [ë] to select. • If you set [10S/3PICTURES], after 10 seconds the camera takes 3 pictures at about 2 second intervals. Press [MENU/SET]. • You can also press the shutter button halfway to finish. • The menu screen disappears after about 5 seconds. At this time, the selected item is automatically set.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [REC] Mode: Compensating the Exposure Use this function when you cannot achieve appropriate exposure due to the difference in brightness between the subject and the background. Look at the following examples. Under exposed Properly exposed Compensate the exposure towards positive. Overexposed Compensate the exposure towards negative. Press 3 [È] until [EXPOSURE] appears, compensate the exposure with 2/1. • Select [0 EV] to return to the original exposure.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [REC] Mode: 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. You can select the picture with the desired exposure from the 3 pictures with different exposures. With Auto Bracket d1 EV 1st picture 2nd picture 3rd picture d0 EV j1 EV i1 EV Press 3 [È] several times until [AUTO BRACKET] appears, set the compensation range of the exposure with 2/1.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [REC] mode: 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. • You can also press 1 [ ] to select. • You can also press the shutter button halfway to set. • The menu screen disappears after about 5 seconds.
Advanced (Recording pictures) ∫ About [ ] (Intelligent ISO sensitivity control) The camera automatically sets the optimum ISO sensitivity and shutter speed to suit the movement of the subject and brightness of the scene to minimise the jitter of the subject. • The shutter speed is not fixed when the shutter button is pressed halfway. It is continuously changing to match the movement of the subject until the shutter button is pressed fully.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [REC] Mode: 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. • It will switch between aperture setting operation and Exposure Compensation operation every time the rear dial is pressed. Take a picture.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [REC] Mode: Taking picture by setting the exposure manually Determine the exposure by manually setting the aperture value and the shutter speed. Set the mode dial to [²]. • The Manual Exposure Assistance A appears for about 10 seconds. Rotate the rear dial to set the aperture and shutter speed. B Aperture Value C Shutter Speed • It will switch between aperture setting operation and shutter speed setting operation every time the rear dial is pressed.
Advanced (Recording pictures) Aperture Value and Shutter Speed Aperture-Priority AE Available Aperture Value (Per 1/3 EV) Shutter Speed (Sec) F2.8 to F8.0 8 to 1/2000 Shutter-Priority AE Available Shutter Speed (Sec) (Per 1/3 EV) Aperture Value 8 6 5 4 2.5 2 1.6 1.3 3.2 1 1/1.3 1/1.6 1/2 1/2.5 1/3.2 1/4 1/5 1/6 1/8 1/10 1/13 1/15 1/20 1/25 1/30 1/40 1/50 1/60 1/80 1/100 1/125 1/160 1/200 1/250 1/320 1/400 1/500 1/640 1/800 1/1000 F2.8 to F8.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [REC] mode: Taking pictures while adjusting colour (My Colour Mode) You can take pictures with a desired effect by previewing the subject on the LCD monitor or viewfinder and setting the desired effect. Set the mode dial to [ ]. Press 3/4 to select an item. Item Effect [EXPRESSIVE] This is a pop art style image effect that emphasises the colour. [RETRO] This is a soft image effect that gives the appearance of a tarnished photograph.
Advanced (Recording pictures) Press [MENU/SET] to set. • When you press the shutter button halfway before pressing [MENU/SET], the setting will be cancelled. • Recording screen is displayed. ∫ Readjust the My Colour settings Return to step 2 on page 83 by pressing [MENU/SET]. Note • During Motion Picture Recording, settings for My Colour Mode are used. • My Colour settings are memorised even if the camera is turned off.
Advanced (Recording pictures) Adjusting the custom settings to achieve desired effects By selecting [CUSTOM], you can take pictures with colour, brightness and saturation adjusted to desired levels. In step 2 on page 83, select [CUSTOM] and press 1. Press 3/4 to select an item and 2/1 to adjust. Item Adjustment contents [COLOR] This will adjust the colour of the image from red light to blue light. (11 steps in n5) [BRIGHTNESS] This will adjust the brightness of the image.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [REC] Mode: 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. • If you press [DISPLAY] when selecting an Advanced Scene Mode, explanations about each Advanced Scene Mode are displayed.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [PORTRAIT] The person stands out from the background and has a healthier complexion. [NORMAL PORTRAIT] Shades the background and taking pictures skin colour beautifully. [SOFT SKIN] Makes the skin surface appear especially smooth. • When [SOFT SKIN] is selected, if a part of the background is a coloured similar to the colour of the person’s skin, it also may show some smoothing.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [SCENERY] This allows you to take pictures of a wide landscape. [NORMAL SCENERY] The focus adjusts onto far away subjects as a priority. [NATURE] The best setting for photographing natural scenery. [ARCHITECTURE] This setting takes sharp photographs of architecture. The guide lines are displayed. (P32) [CREATIVE SCENERY] The shutter speed (P80) can be changed in the [NORMAL SCENERY] setting.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [CLOSE-UP] This mode allows you to take close-up pictures of a subject, e.g. when taking pictures of flowers. [FLOWER] Flowers outdoors are recorded with natural colours in macro settings. The guide lines are displayed. (P64) [FOOD] You can take pictures of food with a natural hue without being affected by the ambient light in restaurants etc. [OBJECTS] You can take clear and vivid pictures of accessories or small objects in a collection.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [NIGHT PORTRAIT] This allows you to take pictures of a person and the background with near real-life brightness. [NIGHT PORTRAIT] Used when taking photographs of people with night scenery as a background. • Open the flash. (You can set to [ ].) • The initial setting for [AF MODE] is [š]. [NIGHT SCENERY] Night scenery is vividly photographed with the maximum 8 second slow shutter. • The flash setting is fixed to [Œ]. [ILLUMINATIONS] Illuminations are photographed beautifully.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [REC] Mode: 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. • If you press [DISPLAY] when selecting a scene mode, explanations about each scene mode are displayed. • You can switch menu screens from any menu item by rotating the zoom lever.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [PANORAMA ASSIST] You can take pictures with connections suitable for creating panorama images. ∫ Setting the recording direction 1 Press 3/4 to select the recording direction and then press [MENU/SET]. • The horizontal/vertical guideline will be displayed. 2 Take the picture. • You can retake the picture by selecting [RETAKE]. 3 Press 3 to select [NEXT] and then press [MENU/SET]. • You can also press the shutter button halfway to set the menu.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [PARTY] Select this when you want to take pictures at a wedding reception, an indoor party etc. This allows you to take pictures of people and the background with near real-life brightness. ∫ Technique for Party Mode • Open the flash. (You can set to [ ] or [ ].) • We recommend using a tripod and the Self-Timer for taking pictures. • We recommend rotating the zoom lever to Wide (1k) and being about 1.5 m (4.92 feet) from the subject when taking pictures.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [BABY1]/ [BABY2] This takes pictures of a baby with a healthy complexion. When you use the flash, the light from it is weaker than usual. It is possible to set different birthdays and names for [BABY1] and [BABY2]. You can select to have these appear at the time of playback, or have them stamped on the recorded image using [TEXT STAMP] (P157). ∫ Birthday/Name setting 1 Press 3/4 to select [AGE] or [NAME] and then press 1. 2 Press 3/4 to select [SET] and then press [MENU/SET].
Advanced (Recording pictures) [PET] Select this 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. You can select to have these appear at the time of playback, or have them stamped on the recorded image using [TEXT STAMP] (P157). For information about [AGE] or [NAME], refer to [BABY1]/[BABY2] on P94. Note • It will be a normal motion picture recording during the motion picture recording. • The initial setting for the AF assist lamp is [OFF].
Advanced (Recording pictures) [HI-SPEED BURST] This is a convenient mode for shooting rapid movement or a decisive moment. ∫ Picture size and aspect ratio 1 Press 3/4 to select [SPEED PRIORITY] or [IMAGE PRIORITY] and then press [MENU/SET] to set. 2 Press 3/4 to select the picture size and aspect ratio and then press [MENU/ SET] to set. • 3M (4:3), 2.5M (3:2), 2M (16:9) or 2.5M (1:1) is selected as the picture size. Take pictures.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [FLASH BURST] Still pictures are taken continuously with flash. It is convenient to take continuous still pictures in dark places. ∫ Picture size and aspect ratio 1 Press 3/4 to select the picture size and aspect ratio and then press [MENU/ SET] to set. • 3M (4:3), 2.5M (3:2), 2M (16:9) or 2.5M (1:1) is selected as the picture size. 2 Take pictures. • Still pictures are taken continuously while the shutter button is pressed fully. Number of recordable pictures max.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [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. ∫ Technique for Panning Mode To obtain good pictures in Panning Mode, move the camera in a horizontal plane as you take the pictures.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [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.], [30 SEC.] or [60 SEC.]. 1 Press 3/4 to select the number of seconds and then press [MENU/SET]. • It is also possible to change the number of seconds using the quick menu. (P29) 2 Take pictures. • Press the shutter button fully to display the countdown screen. Do not move the camera after this screen is displayed.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [FIREWORKS] This mode allows you to take beautiful pictures of fireworks exploding in the night sky. ∫ Technique for Fireworks Mode We recommend performing the following steps to prefocus on the point the pictures will be taken so that you do not miss taking pictures of the fireworks when they are fired. 1 Aim the camera at an object, such as a distant light, that is about the same distance from the camera as the point where the fireworks will rise.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [BEACH] This allows you to take even more vivid pictures of the blue colour of the sea, sky etc. It also prevents under exposure of people under strong sunlight. Note • The initial setting for [AF MODE] is [š]. • Do not touch the camera with wet hands. • Sand or seawater will cause the camera to malfunction. Make sure that sand or seawater does not get into the lens or the terminals.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [REC] Mode: Advanced (Recording pictures) Recording Motion Picture This can record high definition motion pictures compatible with the AVCHD format or motion pictures recorded in Motion JPEG. Audio will be recorded in stereo. • Close the flash. (It is recommended that you close the flash when recording motion pictures. However, leaving the flash open will not result in a significant difference in sound quality.
Advanced (Recording pictures) A Start recording by pressing the motion picture button. A Available recording time B Elapsed recording time • Release the motion picture button right after you press it. • The audio is also recorded simultaneously from the built-in microphone on this unit. (Motion pictures cannot be recorded without audio.) C B • The recording state indicator (red) C will flash while recording motion pictures.
Advanced (Recording pictures) • Refer to P145 for the [MOTION PICTURE] Mode menu. • The flash setting is fixed to [Œ]. • Refer to P222 for information about the available recording time. • 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. This is not a malfunction.
Advanced (Recording pictures) When set to Intelligent Auto Mode • When Intelligent Auto Mode is selected in step 1 on page 102, motion picture recording matching to the subject or recording situation can be performed. ∫ 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.
Advanced (Recording pictures) Changing [REC MODE] and [REC QUALITY] Select [REC MODE] from the [MOTION PICTURE] Mode menu, and press 1. (P27) Press 3/4 to select the item and then press [MENU/SET]. Recording format Features • Select this format to record HD (high definition) video for playback on your HDTV using an HDMI connection. [AVCHD Lite] • It can be played back as is by inserting the card into a device compatible with AVCHD.
Advanced (Recording pictures) Press 3/4 to select the item and then press [MENU/SET]. When [AVCHD Lite] is selected in step 2 Item High quality Longer time ([SH]) 1280k720 pixels Approx. 17 Mbps¢2 ([H]) 1280k720 pixels Approx. 13 Mbps¢2 ([L]) fps Aspect ratio 50p (Sensor output is 25 fps) 16:9 Quality (bit rate)¢1 1280k720 pixels Approx. 9 Mbps¢2 ¢1 What is bit rate This is the volume of data for definite period of time, and the quality becomes higher when the number gets bigger.
Advanced (Recording pictures) Note • The motion picture recording may stop in the middle when any of the following cards are used. – Cards on which recording and deleting have been repeated many times – Cards which have been formatted using a PC or other equipment Before taking pictures, format (P38) the card in the unit. Because formatting will delete all data recorded on the card, save important data beforehand on the computer.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [REC] Mode: Recording Motion Picture with Manual Settings (Creative Motion Picture 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 [³], [±], [´] and [²]. Set the mode dial to [ ]. Press 3/4 to select the item and then press [MENU/SET]. Rotate the rear dial to change the settings.
Advanced (Recording pictures) Stop the recording by pressing the motion picture button again. • If the card becomes full in the middle of recording, the camera stops recording automatically. • You can also start/stop motion picture recording by pressing the shutter button. • Sound will go off when pressing the motion picture button or shutter button indicating motion picture recording start/stop. Sound volume can be set in [BEEP LEVEL] (P30).
Advanced (Recording pictures) [REC] Mode: Registering Personal Menu Settings (Registering custom settings) It is possible to register up to 3 sets of current camera settings as custom sets. • Set to the mode dial to the desired mode and select the desired menu settings in advance. Select [CUST. SET MEM.] on the [SETUP] menu. (P27) Press 3/4 to select the custom set to register and then press [MENU/SET]. Press 3 to select [YES] and then press [MENU/ SET].
Advanced (Recording pictures) [REC] Mode: 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. Initial setting of the Programme AE Mode is registered as the custom settings initially. Set the mode dial to [ ]. A Display custom settings Press 3/4 to select the custom settings you want to use. • Press [DISPLAY] to display the settings for each menu item.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [REC] Mode: Taking a picture with Face Recognition function Face Recognition is a function which finds a face resembling a registered face and prioritises 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. [FACE RECOG.] will turn [ON] automatically when the face image is registered.
Advanced (Recording pictures) 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 • Face front with eyes open and mouth closed, making sure the outline of the face, the eyes, or the eyebrows are not covered with the hair when registering.
Advanced (Recording pictures) Registering face image of new person Select [FACE RECOG.] on the [REC] Mode menu and then press 1. (P27) Press 3/4 to select [MEMORY] and then press [MENU/SET]. Press 3/4/2/1 to select the Face Recognition frame that is not registered, and then press [MENU/SET]. Take the picture adjusting the face with the guide. • The faces of subjects other than people (pets, etc.) cannot be registered.
Advanced (Recording pictures) Select item to edit with 3/4, and then press 1. • You can register up to 3 face images. Item [NAME] Description of settings It is possible to register names. 1 Press 4 to select [SET] and then press [MENU/SET]. 2 Enter the name. • For details on how to enter characters, refer to “Entering Text” section on P147. [AGE] It is possible to register the birthday. 1 Press 4 to select [SET] and then press [MENU/SET].
Advanced (Recording pictures) 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. 1 2 3 4 Select [FACE RECOG.] from the [REC] Mode menu, and then press 1. (P27) Press 4 to select [MEMORY] and press [MENU/SET]. Press 3/4/2/1 to select the face image to edit or delete and then press [MENU/SET]. Press 3/4 to select the item and then press [MENU/SET].
Advanced (Recording pictures) 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. (It is not counted when [BURST] and Auto Bracket is set.) • It may be extremely hard to recognise only with [AUTO REGISTRATION], so register the face images with [FACE RECOG.] in the [REC] Mode menu beforehand.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [REC] Mode: Useful Functions at Travel Destinations Recording which Day of the Vacation and the Location of the Vacation For details on the [SETUP] menu settings, refer to P27. If you set the departure date and the location of the vacation in advance, the number of days that have passed since the departure date (which day of the vacation it is) is recorded when you take the picture.
Advanced (Recording pictures) Press 3/4/2/1 to set the return date (year/ month/day), and then press [MENU/SET]. • If you do not want to set the return date, press [MENU/SET] while the date bar is displayed. Press 4 to select [LOCATION] and then press 1. Press 4 to select [SET] and then press [MENU/ SET]. Enter the location. • For details on how to enter characters, refer to “Entering Text” on P147. Press [MENU/SET] twice to close the menu. Take a picture.
Advanced (Recording pictures) ∫ Cancelling the Travel Date The Travel Date is automatically cancelled if the current date is after the return date. If you want to cancel the Travel Date before the end of the vacation, select [OFF] on the screen shown in step 3 or 7, and then press [MENU/SET] twice. [LOCATION] also will be set to [OFF] automatically when the Travel Date is set to [OFF] in step 3. Note • The Travel Date is calculated using the date in the clock setting and the departure date you set.
Advanced (Recording pictures) Recording Dates/Times at Overseas Travel Destinations (World Time) For details on the [SETUP] menu settings, refer to P27. You can display the local times at the travel destinations and record them on the pictures you take. • Select [CLOCK SET] to set the current date and time in advance. (P24) Select [WORLD TIME] from the [SETUP] menu, and then press 1. • When first using the camera after purchasing it, the [PLEASE SET THE HOME AREA] message appears.
Advanced (Recording pictures) Press 3 to select [DESTINATION] and then press [MENU/SET] to set. C Depending on the setting, the time at the travel destination C area or the home area is displayed. D Press 2/1 to select the area the travel destination is in and then press [MENU/SET] to set. D Current time of the destination area E Time difference • If daylight saving time [ ] is used at the travel destination, press 3. (The time advances by one hour.) Press 3 again to return to the original time.
Advanced (Recording pictures) Using the [REC] Mode menu [ASPECT RATIO] For details on [REC] mode menu settings, refer to P27. This allows you to select the aspect ratio of the pictures to suit printing or the playback method. Applicable modes: [X]: [ASPECT RATIO] of a 4:3 TV [Y]: [ASPECT RATIO] of a 35 mm film camera [W]: [ASPECT RATIO] of a high-definition TV, etc. [ ]: Square aspect ratio [X] [Y] [W] [ ] Note • The ends of the recorded pictures may be cut at printing so check before printing.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [PICTURE SIZE] For details on [REC] Mode menu settings, refer to P27. 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. Applicable modes: ∫ When the aspect ratio is [X]. ¢ This item cannot be set in the Intelligent Auto Mode. (14M) 4320k3240 pixels )¢ (10M 3648k2736 pixels (7M )¢ 3072k2304 pixels (5M ) 2560k1920 pixels (3M )¢ (0.
Advanced (Recording pictures) Note • “EZ” is an abbreviation of “Extra Optical Zoom”. • A digital picture is made of numerous dots called pixels. The higher the numbers of pixels, the finer the picture will be when it is printed on a large piece of paper or displayed on a PC monitor. A Many pixels (Fine) B Few pixels (Rough) ¢ These pictures are examples to show the effect. • If you change the aspect ratio, set the picture size again.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [SENSITIVITY] For details on [REC] Mode menu settings, refer to P27. 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.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [WHITE BALANCE] For details on [REC] Mode menu settings, refer to P27. 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.
Advanced (Recording pictures) ∫ Setting the White Balance manually Set the White Balance value. Use to match the condition when taking photographs. 1 Select [ 1 ] or [ 2 ] and then press 1. 2 Aim the camera at a sheet of white paper etc. so that the frame in the centre is filled by the white object only and then press [MENU/SET]. • White Balance may not be set when the subject is too bright or too dark. Set the White Balance again after adjusting to appropriate brightness.
Advanced (Recording pictures) ∫ White Balance Bracket Bracket setting is performed based on the adjustment values for the White Balance Fine Adjustment, and 3 pictures with different colours are automatically recorded when the shutter button is pressed once. 1 2 Press [DISPLAY] in step 2 of the “Finely adjusting the White Balance” procedure, and press 3/4/2/1 to set the bracket. 2/1:Horizontal (A to B) 3/4:Vertical (Gi to Mj) Press [MENU/SET].
Advanced (Recording pictures) [FACE RECOG.] For details on [REC] Mode menu settings, refer to P27. Specify a person’s face and use the Face Recognition functions. Applicable modes: [OFF]/[ON]/[MEMORY]/[SET] Note • Refer to P113 for details. [AF MODE] For details on [REC] Mode menu settings, refer to P27. This allows the focusing method that suits the positions and number of the subjects to be selected. Applicable modes: [š]: Face Detection The camera automatically detects the person’s face.
Advanced (Recording pictures) ∫ 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.
Advanced (Recording pictures) Note • If it fails to lock, AF area will flash in red, and disappear. Try to lock again. • AF tracking will not operate when the subject is not specified, the subject is lost, or has failed to be tracked. The picture will be taken with [Ø] in [AF MODE] in that case. • It is not possible to set [ ] in the following cases.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [PRE AF] For details on [REC] Mode menu settings, refer to P27. The camera will adjust focus automatically depending on the settings. Applicable modes: [OFF]: [ [ ]: Quick AF ¢ ]: Continuous AF [ ] is displayed on the screen. [ ] is displayed on the screen. ¢ When recording motion pictures, only [ ] (Continuous AF) can be selected. About [ ] and [ ] [ ] will adjust the focus automatically when the jitter of the camera is minimal.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [AF/AE LOCK] For details on [REC] Mode menu settings, refer to P27. 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. Applicable modes: [AF]: Only the focus is locked. •[ ] is displayed when the focus is adjusted. [AE]: Only the exposure is locked.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [METERING MODE] For details on [REC] Mode menu settings, refer to P27. Type of optical measurement to measure brightness can be changed. Applicable modes: [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.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [MIN. SHTR SPEED] For details on [REC] Mode menu settings, refer to P27. You can take a picture brightly in dark places by setting [MIN. SHTR SPEED] slower. Also, you can set it faster to reduce the blur of the subject. Applicable modes: [AUTO], [1/250], [1/125], [1/60], [1/30], [1/15], [1/8], [1/4], [1/2], [1] Minimum shutter speed setting 1/250 1 Brightness Darker Brighter Jitter Less More Note • This should usually be set to [AUTO] to take pictures.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [BURST] For details on [REC] Mode menu settings, refer to P27. Pictures are taken continuously while the shutter button is pressed. Select the ones you really like from the pictures you have taken. Applicable modes: [OFF]/[˜] approx. 1.8¢ Burst speed (pictures/second) Number of recordable pictures A max. 3 › max. 5 ¢ The Burst speed is constant regardless of the transfer speed of the card.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [DIGITAL ZOOM] For details on [REC] Mode menu settings, refer to P27. This can enlarge subjects even more than the Optical Zoom, the Extra Optical Zoom or the Intelligent Zoom. Applicable modes: [OFF]/[ON] Note • Refer to P53 for details. • If camera shake (jitter) is a problem during zooming, it is recommended that [STABILIZER] be set to [AUTO] or [MODE 1]. • The setting is fixed to [ON] in Macro Zoom Mode.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [PICT. ADJ.] For details on [REC] Mode menu settings, refer to P27. Adjusting the picture quality for the recorded pictures. Applicable modes: [CONTRAST]: [r]: Increases the difference between the brightness and the darkness in the picture. [s]: Decreases the difference between the brightness and the darkness in the picture. [SHARPNESS]: [r]: The picture is sharply defined. [s]: The picture is softly focused. [SATURATION]: [r]: The colours in the picture become vivid.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [STABILIZER] For details on [REC] Mode menu settings, refer to P27. Using one of these modes, jitter during picture taking is detected, and the camera automatically compensates the jitter, enabling jitter-free images to be taken. Applicable modes: [OFF] [AUTO]¢: The optimum jitter compensation is selected depending on the condition. [MODE1]: Jitter is always compensated during [REC] Mode. [MODE2]¢: The jitter is compensated for when the shutter button is pressed.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [AF ASSIST LAMP] For details on [REC] Mode menu settings, refer to P27. Illuminating the subject makes it easier for the camera to focus when recording in low light conditions that make focusing difficult. Applicable modes: [OFF]: The AF assist lamp does not turn on. [ON]: When taking pictures in dark places, the AF assist lamp lights while the shutter button is pressed halfway. (Larger AF areas are displayed depending on the recording conditions.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [FLASH SYNCHRO] For details on [REC] Mode menu settings, refer to P27. [2ND] (2nd synchro) activates the flash just before the shutter closes when taking pictures of moving objects such as cars using a slow shutter speed. Applicable modes: [1ST]: The normal method when taking pictures with the flash. [2ND]: The light source appears behind the subject and picture becomes dynamic. Note • Set it to [1ST] normally.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [CONVERSION] For details on [REC] Mode menu settings, refer to P27. With the optional conversion lenses, you can record even more faraway pictures and take close-up pictures of smaller subjects. Applicable modes: [OFF] [ [ C ] When you attach the tele conversion lens. ] When you attach the close-up lens. Note • Refer to P190 for details about attaching the lens. • Ensure that [CONVERSION] is set to [OFF] when not using a conversion lens.
Advanced (Recording pictures) Using the [MOTION PICTURE] Mode menu • The [REC] Mode menus below will also be displayed in Creative Motion Picture Mode. – [SENSITIVITY]/[ISO LIMIT SET]/[WHITE BALANCE]/[AF MODE]/[METERING MODE]/ [I.EXPOSURE]/[DIGITAL ZOOM]/[COLOR EFFECT]/[PICT. ADJ.]/[STABILIZER]/ [AF ASSIST LAMP]/[CONVERSION] [REC MODE] For details on [MOTION PICTURE] Mode menu settings, refer to P27. This sets up the data format of motion pictures.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [CONTINUOUS AF] For details on [MOTION PICTURE] Mode menu settings, refer to P27. It will continually keep on focusing to the subject that the focus was once set. Applicable modes: [OFF]/[ON] Note • When set to [OFF], it may take time for motion picture recording to start. • Set this function to [OFF] if you wish to fix the focus on the position where you started the motion picture recording. • In [STARRY SKY] and [FIREWORKS] in Scene Mode, this setting is fixed to [OFF].
Advanced (Recording pictures) 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. • You can display the entry screen via the following operations. – [NAME] of [BABY1]/[BABY2] or [PET] (P94) in Scene Mode. – [NAME] in [FACE RECOG.
Advanced (Playback) [PLAYBACK] Mode: ¸ Advanced (Playback) Playing Back Motion Pictures • This unit was designed to play motion pictures using the QuickTime Motion JPEG and AVCHD Lite formats that were taken with this model (only). • Only [AVCHD Lite] motion pictures recorded with this unit and Panasonic digital cameras (LUMIX) can be played back with this unit as AVCHD Lite format. Motion pictures Press 2/1 to select a picture with a motion picture icon (such as [ ]), and then press 3 to play back.
Advanced (Playback) [PLAYBACK] Mode: ¸ 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]. Press 3 to select [YES] and then press [MENU/SET]. Picture size [MOTION JPEG] ([HD])/ ([VGA])/ ([WVGA]) Picture size 2 M (16:9) [AVCHD Lite] ([SH])/ ([QVGA]) 0.3 M (4:3) ([H])/ Picture size ([L]) 2 M (16:9) • [QUALITY] is fixed to [›].
Advanced (Playback) [PLAYBACK] Mode: ¸ Playing Back Pictures in Sequence (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 pictures of a particular category, or only favourites. We recommend this feature when you view your pictures by connecting the camera to a TV.
Advanced (Playback) ∫ Operations performed during slide show The cursor displayed during playback is the same as 3/4/2/1. • The menu screen is restored when [‚] is pressed. A B C D ¢ Play/Pause Stop Back to previous picture¢ Ahead to next picture¢ These operations can be performed only in the Pause Mode or during Motion Picture playback.
Advanced (Playback) [PLAYBACK] Mode: ¸ Selecting Pictures and Playing them Back ([MODE PLAY]/[CATEGORY PLAY]/[FAVORITE PLAY]) [MODE PLAY] Playback in [PICTURE], [AVCHD Lite], or [MOTION JPEG] can be selected. Select [MODE PLAY] on the Playback Mode menu. Press 3/4 to select the item and then press [MENU/SET].
Advanced (Playback) [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 categories. You can then play back the pictures in each category. Select [CATEGORY PLAY] on the Playback Mode menu. Press 3/4/2/1 to select the category and then press [MENU/SET] to set. • If a picture is found in a category, the category icon turns blue.
Advanced (Playback) [PLAYBACK] Mode: ¸ Using the [PLAYBACK] Mode menu You can use various functions in Playback Mode to rotate pictures, set protection for them 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. [CALENDAR] You can display pictures by recording date.
Advanced (Playback) [TITLE EDIT] You can add text (comments) to pictures. After text has been registered, it can be included in prints using [TEXT STAMP] (P157). (Only alphabetic characters and symbols can be entered.) Names set in [BABY1]/[BABY2] and [PET] in Scene Mode or [LOCATION] in Travel Date are also recorded as the titles. Select [TITLE EDIT] on the [PLAYBACK] Mode menu. (P27) Press 3/4 to select [SINGLE] or [MULTI] and then press [MENU/SET].
Advanced (Playback) [VIDEO DIVIDE] Recorded motion picture can be divided in two. It is recommended for when you want to divide a part you need with a part you do not need. It cannot be restored once divided. Select [VIDEO DIVIDE] on the [PLAYBACK] Mode menu. (P27) Press 2/1 to select the motion picture to divide, and then press [MENU/SET]. • Motion picture is played back. Press 3 at the location to divide. • Motion picture is paused.
Advanced (Playback) [TEXT STAMP] You can stamp the recording date/time, name, location, Travel Date or title onto the recorded pictures. It is suitable for regular size printing. (Pictures with a Picture Size larger than [ ] will be resized when stamping the date etc. on them.) Select [TEXT STAMP] on the [PLAYBACK] Mode menu. (P27) Press 3/4 to select [SINGLE] or [MULTI] and then press [MENU/SET]. [SINGLE] Select the picture, and then press [MENU/SET] to set.
Advanced (Playback) Press 3/4 to select text stamp items, and then press 1. 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 date. [WITHTIME]: Stamp the year, month, day, hour and minutes. [OFF] [NAME] [ Stamps names registered in name settings for [FACE RECOG.]. ]: [ ]: Stamps names registered in name settings for [BABY1]/[BABY2] or [PET] in Scene Mode.
Advanced (Playback) Press [MENU/SET]. • If you set [TEXT STAMP] for a picture with a picture size larger than [ ], the picture size will become smaller as shown below. Aspect ratio setting Picture size / X / / Y / / / W / / / / / / > > > > • When selecting [ ] or [ ], press 3 to select [YES] for stamping [AGE], and then press [MENU/SET] and proceed to step 7. Press 3 to select [YES] and then press [MENU/ SET].
Advanced (Playback) [RESIZE] Reducing the picture size (number of pixels) 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. (P27) Press 3/4 to select [SINGLE] or [MULTI] and then press [MENU/SET]. Select the picture and size. 1 2 [SINGLE] setting Press 2/1 to select the picture, and then press [MENU/SET]. Press 2/1 to select the size¢1, and then press [MENU/SET].
Advanced (Playback) [CROPPING] You can enlarge and then crop the important part of the recorded picture. Select [CROPPING] on the [PLAYBACK] Mode menu. (P27) 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. W Reduction Enlargement () Move the position T Zoom lever (T): Enlargement Zoom lever (W): Reduction 3/4/2/1: Move () Press [MENU/SET].
Advanced (Playback) Press 3 to select [YES] and then press [MENU/ SET]. Press [‚] to return to the menu screen. • Press [MENU/SET] to close the menu. Note • Depending on the cut size, the picture size of the cropped picture may become smaller than that of the original picture. • The picture quality of the cropped picture will deteriorate. • It may not be possible to crop pictures recorded with other equipment.
Advanced (Playback) [LEVELING] Minute tilting of the image can be adjusted. Select [LEVELING] on the [PLAYBACK] Mode menu. (P27) 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 • Up to 2 o can be adjusted. Press 3 to select [YES] and then press [MENU/ SET]. Press [‚] to return to the menu screen. • Press [MENU/SET] to close the menu. Note • Quality of image may become coarse when levelling is performed.
Advanced (Playback) [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. (P27) Press 4 to select [ON] and then press [MENU/ SET]. • The pictures are displayed without being rotated when you select [OFF]. Press [MENU/SET] to close the menu.
Advanced (Playback) [FAVORITE] You can do the following if a mark has been added to pictures and they have been set as favourites. • Play back only the pictures set as favourites. ([FAVORITE PLAY]) • Play back the pictures set as favourites only as a slide show. • Delete all the pictures not set as favourites. ([ALL DELETE EXCEPTÜ]) Select [FAVORITE] on the [PLAYBACK] Mode menu. (P27) Press 4 to select [ON] and then press [MENU/ SET]. • You cannot set pictures as favourites if [FAVORITE] is set to [OFF].
Advanced (Playback) [PRINT SET] DPOF “Digital Print Order Format” is a system that allows the user to select which pictures to print, how many copies of each picture to print and whether or not to print the recording date on the pictures when using a DPOF compatible photo printer or photo printing store. For details, ask at your photo printing store. When you want to use a photo printing store to print pictures recorded on the built-in memory, copy them to a card (P170) and then set the print setting.
Advanced (Playback) ∫ Cancelling all the [PRINT SET] settings 1 Select [CANCEL] on the screen shown in step 2 and then press [MENU/SET]. 2 Press 3 to select [YES] and then press [MENU/SET]. 3 Press [MENU/SET] to close the menu. • You cannot select [CANCEL] if not even one picture has been set for printing. ∫ To print the date After setting the number of prints, set/cancel printing with the recording date by pressing [DISPLAY].
Advanced (Playback) [PROTECT] You can set protection for pictures you do not want to be deleted by mistake. Select [PROTECT] on the [PLAYBACK] Mode menu. (P27) Press 3/4 to select [SINGLE] or [MULTI] and then press [MENU/SET]. [SINGLE] Select the picture, and then press [MENU/SET] to set. [MULTI] When [MULTI] has been selected • Repeat these steps for each picture. • The settings are cancelled when [MENU/SET] is pressed again. Press 2/1 to select Press 3/4/2/1 to the picture. select the pictures.
Advanced (Playback) [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. (P27) Press 3/4 to select [REPLACE] or [DELETE] and then press [MENU/SET]. Press 2/1 to select the picture and then press [MENU/SET]. • You cannot select pictures for which Face Recognition information has not been registered. Press 2/1 to select the person and then press [MENU/SET]. • [DELETE] > step 6.
Advanced (Playback) [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. (P27) Press 3/4 to select the copy destination and then press [MENU/SET]. : All the picture data in the built-in memory are copied onto the card at one time. > step 4. : One picture at a time is copied from the card to the built-in memory. > step 3. Press 2/1 to select the picture and then press [MENU/SET].
Connecting to other equipment [PLAYBACK] Mode: ¸ Connecting to other equipment Playing Back Pictures on a TV Screen Playing back pictures using the AV cable (supplied) Preparations: Set the [TV ASPECT]. (P36) Turn this unit and the TV off. AV OUT/DIGITAL AV OUT/DIGITAL 1 Yellow: to the video input socket 2 White: to the audio input socket 3 Red: to the audio input socket A Align the marks, and insert.
Connecting to other equipment Playing back pictures on a TV with an SD Memory Card slot The recorded still pictures can be played back on a TV with an SD Memory Card slot. Note • Depending on the TV model, pictures may not be displayed on the full screen. • Motion pictures recorded with [AVCHD Lite] can be played back on Panasonic TVs (VIERA) with the AVCHD logo mark. In all other cases, connect the camera to the TV using the AV cable (supplied) and play back the motion picture.
Connecting to other equipment Playing back on the TV with HDMI socket You can enjoy high quality pictures and motion pictures on the TV by connecting the camera with the HDMI compatible high definition TV using HDMI mini cable (optional). What is HDMI? HDMI is the interface for digital devices. When this unit is connected to a HDMI compatible device, the image and audio can be output with a digital signal.
Connecting to other equipment Note • Depending on the [ASPECT RATIO], bands may be displayed on the top and bottom or the left and right of the pictures. • 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) • During HDMI output, no picture is displayed on the LCD monitor or Viewfinder. • Output from the HDMI mini cable has priority when both AV cable and HDMI mini cable are connected.
Connecting to other equipment Playback using VIERA Link (HDMI) (HDAVI Control™) What is the VIERA Link? • 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. (Not all operations are possible.
Connecting to other equipment ∫ Usable functions Operate with the remote control for the TV. Multi Playback This is displayed initially when using the VIERA Link. 3/4/2/1: Select the image. [OK]: Go to one screen display. Red button: Switch the types of data to play back. [OPTION]: Display the Playback Mode selection screen. • The type of data for playback changes in the order of [ALL] > [ ]>[ ] > [ ] > [ALL].
Connecting to other equipment Note • Operation icons are hidden by pressing [RETURN], or if no operation is performed for a while when the operation icons are displayed. Operation icons are displayed when one of the following buttons are pressed while the operation icons are not displayed. – 3/4/2/1, [OK], [OPTION], [RETURN], Red button, Green button, Yellow button • It is recommended to connect this unit to an HDMI terminal other than the HDMI1 if there are 2 or more HDMI input terminals on the TV.
Connecting to other equipment Saving the recorded still pictures and motion pictures Methods to export still pictures and motion pictures to other devices will vary depending on the file format. (JPEG, RAW, AVCHD Lite, or Motion JPEG). Here are a few suggestions. Copy the playback image using an AV cable File formats that can be used: [AVCHD Lite], [Motion JPEG] Copy images played back with this unit to DVD disc, hard disk, or video using a DVD recorder, or video.
Connecting to other equipment Copying to a PC using “PHOTOfunSTUDIO 5.0 HD Edition” File formats that can be used: [JPEG], [RAW], [AVCHD Lite], [Motion JPEG] It is possible to acquire still pictures and motion pictures recorded in [AVCHD Lite] or [MOTION JPEG] formats, or create conventional standard quality DVD video from the motion picture that was recorded as [AVCHD Lite], using “PHOTOfunSTUDIO 5.0 HD Edition” in the CD-ROM (supplied).
Connecting to other equipment Connecting to a PC You can acquire recorded pictures to a PC by connecting the camera and the PC. • Some PCs can read directly from the card removed from the camera. For details, refer to the operating instructions of your PC. • If the computer being used does not support SDXC Memory Cards, a message prompting you to format may appear. (Doing so will cause recorded images to be erased so do not choose to format.
Connecting to other equipment Acquiring of still pictures and [MOTION JPEG] motion pictures (other than [AVCHD Lite] motion pictures) Preparations: Turn on the camera and the PC. Remove the card before using the pictures in the built-in memory. AV OUT/DIGITAL AV OUT/DIGITAL A USB connection cable (supplied) • Check the direction and shape of the terminal and plug in/out while holding the plug straight. (Otherwise the connectors may be bent out of shape which will cause trouble.
Connecting to other equipment Double-click on [Removable Disk] in [My Computer]. • When using a Macintosh, the drive is displayed on the desktop. (“LUMIX”, “NO_NAME” or “Untitled” is displayed.) Double-click [DCIM] folder. Using a drag-and-drop operation, move the pictures you want to acquire or the folder storing those pictures to any different folder on the PC. ∫ Disconnecting the USB connection cable safely • Proceed with the hardware removal using “Safely Remove Hardware” on the task tray of the PC.
Connecting to other equipment ∫ Viewing the contents of the built-in memory or card using the PC (folder composition) Folders and images processed in the PC cannot be played back on the camera. It is recommended to use the “PHOTOfunSTUDIO 5.0 HD Edition” bundled software on the CD-ROM (supplied) when you write the image from PC to a card.
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. • Some printers can print directly from the card removed from the camera. For details, refer to the operating instructions of your printer. Preparations: Turn on the camera and the printer. Remove the card before printing the pictures in the built-in memory.
Connecting to other equipment Note • Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one. Use of cables other than the supplied USB connection cable may cause malfunction. • Turn the camera off before connecting or disconnecting the AC adaptor (optional). • Before inserting or removing a card, turn the camera off, and disconnect the USB connection cable. • You cannot switch between the built-in memory and the card while the camera is connected to the printer.
Connecting to other equipment Selecting multiple pictures and printing them Press 3. Press 3/4 to select an item and then press [MENU/SET]. • If the print check screen has appeared, select [YES], and print the pictures. PictBridge MULTI SELECT SELECT ALL PRINT SET(DPOF) FAVORITE CANCEL SELECT Item SET Description of settings [MULTI SELECT] Multiple pictures are printed at one time. • Press 3/4/2/1 to select the pictures, and then When [DISPLAY] is pressed, [é] appears on the pictures to be printed.
Connecting to other equipment Print Settings Select and set the items both on the screen in step 2 of the “Selecting a single picture and printing it” and in step 3 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 MULTI SELECT PRINT START PRINT WITH DATE NUM.
Connecting to other equipment [PAPER SIZE] Item { Description of settings Settings on the printer are prioritised. [L/3.5qk5q] 89 mmk127 mm [2L/5qk7q] 127 mmk178 mm [POSTCARD] 100 mmk148 mm [16:9] 101.6 mmk180.6 mm [A4] 210 mmk297 mm [A3] 297 mmk420 mm [10k15cm] 100 mmk150 mm [4qk6q] 101.6 mmk152.4 mm [8qk10q] 203.2 mmk254 mm [LETTER] 216 mmk279.4 mm [CARD SIZE] 54 mmk85.6 mm • Paper sizes not supported by the printer will not be displayed.
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 prioritised. á 1 picture with no frame on 1 page â 1 picture with a frame on 1 page ã 2 pictures on 1 page ä 4 pictures on 1 page • An item cannot be selected if the printer does not support the page layout.
Others Others Using the Conversion Lens (optional) With the optional conversion lenses, you can record even more faraway pictures and take close-up pictures of smaller subjects. Refer to P144 for details. Preparations: Remove the lens cap and lens hood. Attach the lens adapter. • Rotate the lens adapter slowly and carefully. Attach the tele conversion lens.
Others Select [CONVERSION] on the [REC] menu. (P27) • Refer to P144 for [CONVERSION]. Press 3/4 to select [ ], and then press [MENU/SET] to set. • Set in same way to select [ C ] too. • Always set to [OFF] when the conversion lens is taken off. Note • Lens adapter (DMW-LA5; optional) is needed to use the conversion lens. • MC protector (DMW-LMC52; optional) or ND filters (DMW-LND52; optional) cannot be used together with the conversion lens. Remove them before attaching the conversion lens.
Others Using the Protector/Filter (optional) The MC protector (DMW-LMC52; optional) is a transparent filter which affects neither the colours nor the amount of light, so it can always be used to protect the camera’s lens. The ND filter (DMW-LND52; optional) reduces the amount of light to approximately 1/8th (equal to adjusting the aperture value 3 increments) without affecting the colour balance.
Others Screen Display ∫ In recording Recording in Programme AE Mode [ ] (Initial setting) 1 Recording Mode 1 2 3 4 5 6 2 Flash Mode (P66) 3 AF area (P50) 4 Picture Size (P125) 17 5 Quality (P126) 16 6 Battery Indication (P17) 15 7 Number of Recordable Pictures¢1 14 (P214) Focus (P50) 8 Built-in Memory (P22) : Card (P22) (displayed only during 13 12 11 10 recording) 9 Recording State 10 Rear dial (P52, 57, 58, 73, 76, 80, 81, 109) 3 7 11 Shutter Speed (P50) 12 Aperture Value (P50) 13 Exposure Compensation (
Others ∫ In recording (after settings) 18 19 20 21 22 2324 25 18 Zoom Microphone (P146) B/ W : Wind cut (P146) 19 AF Macro Recording (P71) 44 : Macro Zoom Mode (P72) 43 : AF Tracking (P132) 42 : MF (P73) 41 40 20 White Balance (P128) 39 White Balance Fine Adjustment (P129) 38 21 ISO Sensitivity (P127) ISO Limit Set (P127) 22 Colour Effect (P47) 37 3635 34 33 32 31 23 AF Tracking (P132) 27 24 Flash Output Adjustment (P69) 25 Available Recording Time ¢2 (P103): 26 Custom Settings (P112) 27 Spot Metering Tar
Others ∫ In playback 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 1 Playback Mode (P56) 2 Protected Picture (P168) 3 Favourites (P165) 21 8 100_0001 4 Stamped with Text Indication (P157) 1/7 9 20 1 5 Picture Size (P125) B/W 10 19 9s 6 Quality (P126) 18 11 1ST DAY DAY 1ST 7 Battery Indication (P17) 17 12 8 Folder/File Number (P183) 13 16 Built-in Memory (P22) 14 15 10:00 1.DEC.
Others Cautions for Use Optimal use of the camera Take care not to drop or knock the unit or put a lot of pressure on it. • Take care not to knock or drop the bag/case that you inserted the camera in as the shock may cause damage to the camera, lens or LCD monitor. • Do not use a paper bag as it can easily rip causing the camera to fall and be damaged. • We strongly recommend you purchase a good camera bag/case from your local dealer to protect your camera.
Others Cleaning Before cleaning the camera, remove the battery or the DC coupler (optional), 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. • Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, alcohol, kitchen detergents, etc., to clean the camera, since it may deteriorate the external case or the coating may peel off.
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. Always remove the battery after use. If you drop the battery accidentally, check to see if the body of the battery and the terminals are damaged.
Others Card Do not leave the card where the temperature is high, where electromagnetic waves or static electricity are easily generated or exposed to direct sunlight. Do not bend or drop the card. • The card may be damaged or the recorded content may be damaged or deleted. • Put the card in the card case or the storage bag after use and when storing or carrying the card. • Do not allow dirt, dust or water to get into the terminals on the back of the card and do not touch the terminals with your fingers.
Others When not using the camera for a long period of time • Store the battery in a cool and dry place with a relatively stable temperature: (Recommended temperature:15 oC to 25 oC (59 oF to 77 oF), Recommended humidity: 40%RH to 60%RH) • Always remove the battery and the card from the camera. • If the battery is left inserted in the camera, it will discharge even if the camera is turned off.
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 MEMORY CARD IS WRITE-PROTECTED] > The Write-Protect switch on the card is moved to [LOCK]. Move the switch back to unlock it. (P23) [NO VALID PICTURE TO PLAY] > Record a picture or insert a card with a recorded picture and then play it. [THIS PICTURE IS PROTECTED] > Delete the picture after cancelling the protect setting.
Others [BUILT-IN MEMORY ERROR FORMAT BUILT-IN MEMORY?] • This message will be displayed when you formatted the built-in memory on a PC. > Format the built-in memory on the camera again. (P38) The data on the built-in memory will be deleted. [MEMORY CARD ERROR FORMAT THIS CARD?] • It is a format that cannot be used with this unit. > Format the card again with the camera after saving necessary data on a PC etc.
Others [THIS CARD IS NOT FORMATTED WITH THIS CAMERA, AND NOT SUITABLE FOR MOVIE RECORDING.] • The writing speed is lower if the card has been formatted using a PC or other equipment. As a consequence, motion picture recording may stop in the middle. If this happens, make a backup of the data and format (P38) the card in this unit. [CANNOT RECORD DUE TO INCOMPATIBLE FORMAT(NTSC/PAL) DATA ON THIS CARD.] > If you want to delete some pictures, format the card after saving necessary data on a PC etc.
Others Troubleshooting First, try out the following procedures (P204–213). If the problem is not resolved, it may be improved by selecting [RESET] (P35) on the [SETUP] menu when taking pictures. Battery and power source The camera cannot be operated even when it is turned on. • The battery is not inserted correctly. (P20) • The battery is exhausted. • Charge the battery. The LCD monitor turns off while the camera is turned on.
Others Recording The picture cannot be recorded. • Is the mode dial correctly set? • Is there any memory remaining on the built-in memory or the card? > Delete the pictures which are not necessary to increase the available memory. (P60) The recorded picture is whitish. • The picture can become whitish if there is dirt e.g. fingerprints on the lens. > If the lens is dirty, turn the camera off, retract the lens barrel (P10) and gently wipe the lens surface with a soft dry cloth.
Others Taking pictures using Auto Bracket is not possible. • Is the number of recordable pictures 2 or less? The recorded picture looks rough. Noise appears on the picture. • Is the ISO sensitivity high or the shutter speed slow? (ISO sensitivity is set to [AUTO] when the camera is shipped. Therefore, when taking pictures indoors etc. noise will appear.) > Decrease the ISO sensitivity. (P127) > Increase the setting for [NOISE REDUCTION] in [PICT. ADJ.
Others When recording pictures or half-pressing the shutter button, reddish stripes may appear on the LCD monitor. Alternatively, part or all of the LCD monitor may turn a reddish colour. • This is a characteristic of CCDs, and it appears when the subject has a bright part. Some unevenness may occur in the surrounding areas, but this is not a malfunction. It is recorded in motion pictures but is not recorded on still pictures.
Others LCD monitor/Viewfinder The LCD monitor/Viewfinder turns off although the camera is turned on. • LCD monitor will turn off when [AUTO LCD OFF] (P34) of the [ECONOMY] Mode is activated. [This does not happen when using the AC adaptor (optional).] The LCD monitor/Viewfinder 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.
Others Playback The picture being played back is rotated and displayed in an unexpected direction. • [ROTATE DISP.] (P164) is set to [ON]. The picture is not played back. There are no recorded pictures. • Did you press [(]? • 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.
Others White round spots like soap bubbles appear on the recorded picture. • If you take a picture with the flash in a dark place or indoors, white round spots may appear on the picture caused by the flash reflecting of particles of dust in the air. This is not a malfunction. A characteristic of this is that the number of round spots and their position differ in every picture. Red part of the recorded image has changed colour to black.
Others The picture is not displayed fully on the TV. > Check [TV ASPECT] setting. (P36) VIERA Link does not work. • Is it connected properly with the HDMI mini cable (optional)? (P173) > Confirm that the HDMI mini-cable (optional) is firmly fitted. > Press [(] on this unit. • Is the [VIERA Link] on this unit set to [ON]? (P37) > Depending on HDMI terminal of the TV, the input channel may not switch automatically. In this case, use the remote control for the TV to switch input.
Others Others An unreadable language was selected by mistake. > Press [MENU/SET], select the [SETUP] menu icon [ the desired language. (P39) ] and then select the [~] icon to set A red lamp sometimes turns on when the shutter button is pressed halfway. • In dark places, the AF assist lamp (P142) lights red to make it easier to focus on a subject. Part of the picture is flashing in black and white. • This is a highlight function showing the white saturated area.
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. • At some magnification levels, the pictures taken are slightly distorted or the outlines and other areas in the pictures taken are coloured, but this is not a malfunction. Zooming stops instantaneously. • When using the Extra Optical Zoom or the Intelligent Zoom, the zooming action will stop temporarily. This is not a malfunction.
Others Number of Recordable Pictures and Available Recording Time • The number of recordable pictures and the available recording time are an approximation. (These vary depending on the recording conditions and the type of card.) • The number of recordable pictures and the available recording time varies depending on the subjects. ∫ Number of recordable pictures • [i99999] is displayed if there are more than 100000 pictures remaining.
Others Aspect ratio X Picture size ( ) Quality A › Built-in Memory (Approx.
Others Aspect ratio Y Picture size ( Quality A › Built-in Memory (Approx.
Others Aspect ratio Y Picture size ( ) Quality A › Built-in Memory (Approx.
Others Aspect ratio W Picture size ( Quality A › Built-in Memory (Approx.
Others Aspect ratio W Picture size ( ) ( Quality A › Built-in Memory (Approx.
Others Aspect ratio Picture size ( Quality A › Built-in Memory (Approx.
Others Aspect ratio Picture size ( ) ( ) Quality A › Built-in Memory (Approx.
Others ∫ Available recording time (when recording motion pictures) File format [AVCHD Lite] [MOTION JPEG] Recording quality setting Built-in Memory (Approx. 40 MB) Card 1 min 20 s Cannot be used.
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