Operating Instructions for advanced features Digital Camera Model No. DMC-FZ200 DMC-FZ200 DMC-FZ62 DMC-FZ62 Before use, please read these instructions completely.
Contents Before Use Care of the camera ...................................................................................................... 7 Standard Accessories................................................................................................. 8 Names and Functions of Main Parts.......................................................................... 9 Preparation Attaching the Lens Cap/Shoulder Strap..................................................................
Recording About the LCD Monitor/Viewfinder .......................................................................... 69 Taking Pictures with the Zoom ................................................................................ 71 • Using the Optical Zoom/Using the Extra Optical Zoom (EZ)/ Using the Intelligent Zoom/Using the Digital Zoom ............................................ 71 Taking Pictures using the Flash ..............................................................................
• [Dynamic Monochrome].....................................................................................119 • [Impressive Art]..................................................................................................119 • [High Dynamic] ..................................................................................................119 • [Cross Process] ................................................................................................ 120 • [Toy Effect] ............................
Using the [Motion Picture] menu ........................................................................... 148 • [Rec Mode] ....................................................................................................... 148 • [Rec Quality] ..................................................................................................... 149 • [High Speed Video] (DMC-FZ200) ..................................................................... 150 • [Continuous AF] ................................
Connecting to other equipment Playing Back Pictures on a TV Screen.................................................................. 176 • Using VIERA Link (HDMI)................................................................................. 178 Playing back 3D pictures........................................................................................ 180 Saving still pictures and motion pictures on your PC......................................... 182 • Uploading the images to sharing sites..........
Before Use Care of the camera Do not subject to strong vibration, shock, or pressure. • The lens, LCD monitor, or external case may be damaged if used in following conditions. It may also malfunction or image may not be recorded. – Drop or hit the camera. – Press hard on the lens or the LCD monitor. • When camera is not in use or when using the playback feature, ensure that the lens is in the stored position, with lens cap on.
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 and Functions of Main Parts (DMC-FZ200) 1 Lens (P7, 204) 2 Zoom lever (P71) 3 Shutter button (P31, 35) 4 Self-timer indicator (P84)/ AF Assist Lamp (P144) 5 Mode dial (P30) 6 Flash (P75) 7 Flash open lever (P75) 8 Shoulder strap eyelet (P16) 9 Focus selector switch (P97, 99) 10 Side lever (P72, 100) 11 [FOCUS] button (P35, 96, 101) 12 Lens barrel 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 3 45 6 7 8 2 9 10 1 12 11 LCD monitor (P69, 200) 15 16 17 18 19 Viewfinder (P14, 200)
Before Use 31 Diopter adjustment dial (P14) 32 [MIC/REMOTE] socket (P198) 33 Speaker (P57) • Be careful not to cover the speaker with your finger. 31 32 MIC REMOTE Doing so may make sound difficult to hear. 33 34 [HDMI] socket (P176) 35 [AV OUT/DIGITAL] socket (P176, 183, 186, 188) 34 35 36 Tripod receptacle (P206) • A tripod with a screw length of 5.5 mm (0.22 inch) or 36 37 38 more may damage this unit if attached.
Before Use (DMC-FZ62) 1 Lens (P7, 204) 2 Zoom lever (P71) 3 Shutter button (P31, 35) 4 Self-timer indicator (P84)/ AF Assist Lamp (P144) 5 Mode dial (P30) 6 Flash (P75) 7 Speaker (P57) • Be careful not to cover the speaker with your finger. Doing so may make sound difficult to hear.
Before Use 28 Diopter adjustment dial (P14) 29 [HDMI] socket (P176) 30 [AV OUT/DIGITAL] socket (P176, 183, 186, 188) 28 29 30 31 Tripod receptacle (P206) • A tripod with a screw length of 5.5 mm (0.22 inch) or 31 32 more may damage this unit if attached. 32 Release lever (P22) 33 Card/Battery door (P22) 34 DC coupler cover (P199) • When using an AC adaptor, ensure that the Panasonic DC coupler (optional) and AC adaptor (optional) are used.
Before Use LCD Monitor (DMC-FZ200) At the time when this camera is purchased, the LCD monitor is stowed in the camera body. Bring out the LCD monitor as shown below. 1 Open the LCD monitor. (Maximum 180 o) 2 It can be rotated 180 o forwards. 3 Return the monitor to its original position. • Only rotate the LCD monitor after opening it wide enough, and be careful not to use excessive force as it may be damaged. The LCD monitor can be rotated to suit your needs.
Before Use Note • Be careful as this unit may get scratched if you rotate the LCD monitor without opening the LCD monitor fully. • When not using the LCD monitor it is recommended that you close it with the screen facing inwards to prevent dirt and scratches. • Note that operating noise may be recorded when recording a motion picture with the LCD monitor rotated. Viewfinder ∫ Switching the LCD monitor/Viewfinder Press [EVF/LCD].
Before Use Cursor buttons/[MENU/SET] button Cursor button: Selection of items or setting of values etc., is performed. [MENU/SET] button: Confirmation of setting contents, etc., is performed. • This document expresses the up, down, left, and right of the cursor button as follows, or as 3/4/2/1. e.g.: When you press the 4 (down) button or Press 4 Rear Dial There are 2 ways to operate the rear dial, rotating left or right, and deciding by pressing.
Preparation Attaching the Lens Cap/Shoulder Strap ∫ Attaching the Lens Cap • When you turn the camera off or carry the camera, attach the lens cap to protect the surface of the lens. 1 2 3 Pass the string through the hole on the camera. Pass the same string through the hole on the lens cap. Attach the lens cap. • Do not hang or swing around this unit. • Make sure to detach the lens cap when turning this unit on. • Be careful not to lose the lens cap.
Preparation Attaching the Lens Hood (DMC-FZ200) 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 Attach the lens hood into the lens with the short side aligned with the bottom of the main unit. • Do not hold the lens hood in a way that twists or bends it. 2 3 Rotate the lens hood in the direction of the arrow.
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 for 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 ∫ About the [CHARGE] indicator The [CHARGE] indicator turns on: The [CHARGE] indicator is turned on during charging. The [CHARGE] indicator turns off: The [CHARGE] indicator will turn off once the charging has completed without any problem. (Disconnect the charger from the electrical socket and detach the battery after charging is completed.) • When the [CHARGE] indicator flashes – The battery temperature is too high or too low.
Preparation Approximate operating time and number of recordable pictures ∫ Recording still pictures (When using the LCD monitor) (DMC-FZ200) (DMC-FZ62) Number of recordable pictures Approx. 540 pictures Approx. 450 pictures Recording time Approx. 270 min Approx. 225 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.
Preparation ∫ Recording motion pictures (When using the LCD monitor) (DMC-FZ200) [AVCHD] [MP4] (Recording with picture quality set to (Recording with picture quality set to [PSH]) [FHD]) Recordable time Approx. 160 min Approx. 200 min Actual recordable time Approx. 80 min Approx. 100 min (DMC-FZ62) [AVCHD] [MP4] (Recording with picture quality set to (Recording with picture quality set to [FSH]) [FHD]) Recordable time Approx. 160 min Approx. 160 min Actual recordable time Approx. 90 min Approx.
Preparation Inserting and Removing the Card (optional)/the Battery • Turn this unit off and confirm that the lens barrel is retracted. • We recommend using a Panasonic card. 1 Slide the release lever in the direction of the arrow and open the card/battery door. • Always use genuine Panasonic batteries. • If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product.
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 on 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 is displayed in 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.) Remarks SD Memory Card (8 MB to 2 GB) SDHC Memory Card (4 GB to 32 GB) • Use a card with SD Speed Class¢ with “Class 4” or higher when recording motion pictures. • 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 Approximate number of recordable pictures and available recording time ∫ About the display of the number of recordable pictures and available recording time • Switching between the display of number of recordable pictures and available recording time can be performed in the [Remaining Disp.] (P61) in the [Setup] menu.
Preparation ∫ Available recording time (when recording motion pictures) • “h” is an abbreviation for hour, “m” for minute and “s” for second. • [AVCHD] (DMC-FZ200) [Rec Quality] Built-in Memory (Approx. 70 MB) 2 GB 32 GB 64 GB PSH j 8m00s 2h31m00s 5h07m00s FSH SH j j 14m00s 14m00s 4h10m00s 4h10m00s 8h26m00s 8h26m00s [Rec Quality] Built-in Memory (Approx.
Preparation Setting Date/Time (Clock Set) • The clock is not set when the camera is shipped. 1 Turn the camera on. • The power lamp 1 lights when you turn this unit on. • If the language select screen is not displayed, proceed to step 4. 1 2 Press [MENU/SET]. 3 Press 3/4 to select the language, and press [MENU/SET]. 4 Press [MENU/SET]. 5 Press 2/1 to select the items (year, month, day, hour, minute, display sequence or time display format), and press 3/4 to set.
Preparation Changing the clock setting Select [Clock Set] in the [Rec] or [Setup] menu, and press 1. (P52) • The clock can be reset as shown in steps 5 and 6. • The clock setting is maintained for 3 months using the built-in clock battery even without the battery. (Leave the charged battery in the unit for 24 hours to charge the built-in battery.
Preparation Tips for taking good pictures Hold the camera gently with both hands, keep your arms still at your side and stand with your feet slightly apart. A B • Be careful not to put your fingers on the flash, AF Assist Lamp A, microphone B, speaker or lens etc. • Be careful not to cover the speaker with your finger. Doing so may make sound difficult to hear. (P10, 11) • Be careful not to move the camera when you press the shutter button.
Basic Selecting the Recording Mode Switching the mode by rotating the mode dial. Align a desired mode with part A. A • Rotate the mode dial slowly to select the desired mode. ∫ Basic Programme AE Mode (P31) The subjects are recorded using your own settings. Intelligent Auto Mode (P35) The subjects are recorded using settings automatically selected by the camera. ∫ Advanced Aperture-Priority AE Mode (P105) The shutter speed is automatically determined by the aperture value you set.
Basic Taking Pictures with Your Favourite Settings (Programme AE Mode) Recording mode: The camera automatically sets the shutter speed and the aperture value according to the brightness of the subject. You can take pictures with greater freedom by changing various settings in [Rec] menu. 1 Set the mode dial to [ 2 Aim the AF area at the point you want to focus on. 3 Press the shutter button halfway to focus. ].
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. 1 2 Press the shutter button halfway and display the aperture value and shutter speed value on the screen.
Basic Focusing A Aim the AF area at the subject, and then press the shutter button halfway. 2.8 30 100 B When the subject is focused When the subject is not focused Focus indication A On Blinks AF area B White>Green White>Red Sound Beeps 2 times Beeps 4 times Focus • The AF area may be displayed larger for certain zoom magnifications and in dark places.
Basic ∫ About focus range The focus range is displayed when operating the zoom. • The focus range is displayed in red when it is not focused after pressing the shutter button halfway. 0.3m W ∞ T 1X The focus range may change gradually depending on the zoom position. e.g.: Range of focus during the Programme AE Mode 2 m (6.6 feet) T W 30 cm (0.
Basic Taking Pictures Using the Automatic Function (Intelligent Auto Mode) Recording mode: The camera will set the most appropriate settings to match the subject and the recording conditions so we recommend this mode for beginners or those who want to leave the settings to the camera and take pictures easily. • The following functions are activated automatically. – Scene Detection/Backlight Compensation/Intelligent ISO sensitivity control/Auto White Balance/ Face Detection/[AFS]/[Quick AF]/[i.Dynamic]/[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. When taking pictures ¦ > [i-Portrait] [i-Scenery] [i-Macro] [i-Night Portrait]¢1 [i-Night Scenery] [iHandheld Nite Shot]¢2 [i-Sunset] [i-Baby]¢3 ¢1 Only when [ ] is selected. ¢2 Only displayed when [iHandheld Nite Shot] is set to [ON]. ¢3 When [Face Recog.
Basic The Backlight Compensation When there is a backlight, the subject appears darker and the camera will automatically attempt to correct it by increasing the brightness of the picture. In Intelligent Auto Mode, backlight compensation works automatically. The [ ] is displayed on the screen when backlighting is detected. (Depending on the backlighting conditions, backlighting may not be detected correctly.
Basic Changing the settings Following menus can be set. Menu Item [Rec] [Picture Size]¢/[Color Mode]/[Motion Deblur]/[iHandheld Nite Shot]/ [iHDR]/[Face Recog.] [Motion Picture] [Rec Mode]/[Rec Quality] [Setup] [Clock Set]/[World Time]/[Beep]¢/[Language]/[Stabilizer Demo.] • Menu items other than those listed above are not displayed, but you can set them in other Recording Modes. • For the setting method of the menu, refer to P52. ¢ Available settings may be different from other Recording Modes.
Basic About the flash • Open the flash when the flash is to be used. (P75) • When [ ] is selected, [ ], [ ], [ ] or [ ] is set depending on the type of subject and brightness. • When [ ], [ ] is set, Red-Eye Removal is enabled. • Shutter speed will be slower during [ ] or [ ]. Recording using Intelligent Auto Plus Mode You can adjust the brightness and the colour balance in addition to the Intelligent Auto Mode function. 1 2 Press [MENU/SET] when in Intelligent Auto Mode.
Basic Adjusting the brightness, colour balance, and background blur 1 Press the rear dial to display the options. AUTO AUTO AUTO 2 Press 3/4 to select the item [ ]: Adjust the brightness. [ ]: Adjust the background blur. [ ]: Adjust the colour balance. 3 Press 2/1 or rotate the rear dial to adjust. • Press [ ] to reset the setting to the default state (AUTO). 4 Press [MENU/SET] or the rear dial to set.
Basic Recording Motion Pictures Applicable modes: This can record full high definition motion pictures compatible with the AVCHD format or motion pictures recorded in MP4. Audio will be recorded in stereo. 1 Start recording by pressing the motion picture button. A Available recording time B Elapsed recording time • It is recommended that you close the flash when recording motion pictures. C • You can record motion pictures fitting each Recording Mode.
Basic ∫ About the recording format for recording motion pictures This unit can record motion pictures in either AVCHD or MP4 formats. AVCHD: You can record high definition quality images with this format. It is suitable for viewing on a large format TV or for saving to disc. (DMC-FZ200) AVCHD Progressive: The [PSH] in [AVCHD] is a mode that allows motion pictures to be recorded at 1920k1080/ 50p, the highest quality¢ that complies with the AVCHD standard.
Basic Note • Built-in memory can only store data as the [VGA] of [MP4]. • The available recording time displayed on the screen may not decrease regularly. • Depending on the type of the card, the card access indication may appear for a while after recording motion pictures. This is not a malfunction. • ISO sensitivity will operate as [AUTO] in Motion Picture Recording other than Creative Video. Also, [ISO Limit Set] will not function.
Basic Recording still pictures while recording motion pictures Still pictures can be recorded even while recording a motion picture. (simultaneous recording) During motion picture recording, press the shutter button fully to record a still picture. Note • During motion picture recording, if you press the shutter button halfway, the camera will refocus and the refocus movement will be recorded to the motion picture being recorded.
Basic Playing Back Pictures ([Normal Play]) Press [(]. (DMC-FZ200) (DMC-FZ62) ∫ To finish playback Press [(] again, press the motion picture button or press the shutter button halfway. Note • This camera complies with the DCF standard “Design rule for Camera File system” established by JEITA “Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association” and with Exif “Exchangeable Image File Format”. Files which do not comply with the DCF standard cannot be played back.
Basic Displaying Multiple Screens (Multi Playback) Rotate the zoom lever towards [L] (W). 1/26 1 screen>12 screens>30 screens>Calendar screen display A W T W T 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 displayed using [ ] cannot be played back. ∫ To return to normal playback Press 3/4/2/1 to select a picture and then press [MENU/SET].
Basic Playing Back Motion Pictures This unit was designed to play motion pictures using the AVCHD, MP4 and QuickTime Motion JPEG formats. Press 2/1 to select a picture with a motion picture icon (such as [ ]/[ ]), and then press 3 to play back. A 3s A Motion picture icon B The motion picture recording time • After playback starts, the elapsed playback time is displayed on the screen. For example, 8 minutes and 30 seconds is displayed as [8m30s]. • Some information (recording information, etc.
Basic Creating Still Pictures from a Motion Picture You can create a single still picture from a recorded motion picture. 1 Press 3 to pause motion picture playback. 2 Press [MENU/SET]. • Confirmation screen is displayed. It is executed when [Yes] is selected. Exit the menu after it is executed. Note • The picture is saved with the following recording sizes. Recording format [AVCHD] [MP4] Picture size 2 M (16:9) ([FHD]/[HD]) 2 M (16:9) ([VGA]) 0.
Basic Deleting Pictures Once deleted, pictures cannot be recovered. • Pictures on the built-in memory or the card, which are being played back will be deleted. • Pictures that are not in the DCF standard or those that are protected cannot be deleted. Press [(]. To delete a single picture Select the picture to be deleted, and then press [ ]. • Confirmation screen is displayed. Picture is deleted by selecting [Yes].
Basic To delete multiple pictures or all the pictures By using [Delete Multi], you can delete up to the following number of pictures. (DMC-FZ200) : 100 pictures (DMC-FZ62) : 50 pictures 1 2 Press [ ]. Press 3/4 to select [Delete Multi] or [Delete All] and then press [MENU/SET]. • [Delete All] > Confirmation screen is displayed. Pictures are deleted by selecting [Yes].
Basic Setting the Menu The camera comes with menus that allow you to choose the settings for taking pictures and playing them back as you like. There are also 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.
Basic Setting menu items • If you set [Menu Resume] (P67) in the [Setup] menu to [ON], the screen shows the last selected menu item when the camera was turned off. Example: In the [Rec] menu, change [AF Mode] from [Ø] (1-area-focusing) to [š] (Face Detection) 1 2 Press [MENU/SET]. Press 3/4 or rotate the rear dial to select the menu item. • It will switch to the next page when you reach the bottom. (It will also switch by rotating the zoom lever.) 3 Press 1 or the rear dial.
Basic ∫ Switching to other menus e.g.: Switching to the [Setup] menu from [Rec] menu 1 Press 2. 2 Press 4 or rotate the rear dial to select the [Setup] menu icon [ ]. 3 Press 1 or the rear dial. • Select a menu item next and set it. Note • There are functions that cannot be set or used depending on the modes or menu settings being used on the camera due to the specifications.
Basic Using the Quick Menu By using the Quick Menu, some of the menu settings can be easily found. • The features that can be adjusted using Quick Menu are determined by the mode or a display style the camera is in. 1 2 Press [Q.MENU] when recording. Press 2/1 to select the item and then press [MENU/SET]. AFS 2.8 30 3 0 +3 Press 2/1 to select the setting and then press [MENU/SET] to set. AFS 2.8 30 4 -3 -3 0 +3 Press [Q.MENU] or press the shutter button halfway to close the menu.
Basic About the Setup Menu [Clock Set], [Economy] and [Auto Review] are important items. Check their settings before using them. [Clock Set] — • Refer to P27 for details. Set the time in your home area and travel destination. You can display the local times at the travel destinations and record them on the pictures you take. After selecting [Destination] or [Home], press 2/1 to select an area, and press [MENU/SET] to set. • Set [Home] first thing after purchasing.
Basic Departure date and return date of the trip as well as the name of the travel destination can be set. You can display the number of days that have passed when playing back the pictures and stamp it on the recorded pictures with [Text Stamp] (P164). [Travel Setup]: [SET]: [Travel Date] Departure date and return date are set. Elapsed days (how many days after) of the trip are recorded. [OFF] • The travel date is automatically cancelled if the current date is after the return date.
Basic [Volume] Adjust the volume of the speaker to any of 7 levels. • When you connect the camera to a TV, the volume of the TV speakers does not change. Also, when connected, no sound is output from the camera speakers. [Cust.Set Mem.] Up to 4 current camera settings can be registered as custom settings. [ ]/[ ]/[ ]/[ ] • Refer to P127 for details.
Basic Brightness, colour, or red or blue tint of the LCD monitor/viewfinder is adjusted. [Brightness]: Adjust the brightness. [LCD Display]/ [Viewfinder] [Contrast · Saturation]: Adjust the contrast or clarity of colours. [Red Tint]: Adjust the red tint. [Blue Tint]: Adjust the blue tint. 1 2 Select the settings by pressing 3/4, and adjust with 2/1. Press [MENU/SET] to set. • It will adjust the LCD monitor when the LCD monitor is in use, and the viewfinder when the viewfinder is in use.
Basic This will set the display style of the LCD monitor. [LCD Disp.Style] [ ]: Viewfinder style [ ]: LCD monitor style • Refer to P69 for details. This will set the pattern of guide lines displayed when taking a picture. [Guide Line] [ [ [ ] ] ]: Press 3/4/2/1 to determine the position, then press the [MENU/SET] to set. Press [DISP.] to return to the default position.
Basic This allows you to set either to display or not display the histogram. [ON]/[OFF] [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. A dark B optimal C bright • When the recorded picture and the histogram do not match each other under the following conditions, the histogram is displayed in orange.
Basic This will switch display between the number of recordable pictures and available recording time. [Remaining Disp.] ([Remaining Shots]): This will display the number of recordable pictures for still pictures. ([Remaining Time]): This will display the available recording time for motion pictures. [Highlight] When the Auto Review function is activated or when playing back, white saturated areas appear blinking in black and white. This does not affect the recorded image.
Basic This unit memorises a zoom position and an MF (Manual Focus) position when it is turned off. [Lens Resume] [Zoom Resume]: When you turn this unit on, the zoom positions when you last turned this unit off are automatically restored. [ON]/[OFF] [MF Resume]: It will memorise the MF position set with the Manual Focus. It will resume the memorised Manual Focus position when you return to Manual Focus Recording.
Basic 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. [Sleep Mode]: The camera is automatically turned off if the camera has not been used for the time selected on the setting. [10MIN.]/[5MIN.]/[2MIN.]/[1MIN.]/[OFF] [Economy] [Auto LCD Off]: The LCD monitor is automatically turned off if the camera has not been used for the time selected on the setting. [30SEC.]/[15SEC.
Basic Set the length of time that the picture is displayed after taking the still picture. [Auto Review] [HOLD]: The pictures are displayed until one of the buttons is pressed. [2 SEC.] [1 SEC.] [OFF] • [Auto Review] is activated regardless of its setting in the following cases. – When using Auto Bracket – During the Burst Mode • The Auto Review function is fixed to [2 SEC.] in the following cases. – Intelligent Auto Mode • [Auto Review] does not work when recording motion pictures. [No.
Basic [Reset] The [Rec] or [Setup] menu settings are reset to the initial settings. • When the [Reset] setting is selected during recording, the operation that resets the lens is also performed at the same time. You will hear the sound of the lens operating but this is normal and not indicative of malfunctioning. • When the Recording Mode settings are reset, data registered with [Face Recog.] will be also reset, too. • The folder number and the clock setting are not changed.
Basic This sets how the unit connects to a television etc. [Video Out]: Set to match the colour television system in each country. [NTSC]: Video output is set to NTSC system. [PAL]: Video output is set to PAL system. [Output] • This will operate when the AV cable (optional) or HDMI mini cable (optional) is connected. [TV Aspect]: Set to match the type of TV. W [16:9]: When connecting to a 16:9 screen TV. X [4:3]: When connecting to a 4:3 screen TV.
Basic This mode allows you to display pictures vertically if they were recorded holding the camera vertically. [ [Rotate Disp.] ] ([On]): Rotate pictures on a TV and the LCD display so that they are displayed vertically. [ ] ([External Only]): Pictures are displayed vertically by rotating when played back on TV. [OFF] • Refer to P45 for information about how to play back pictures.
Basic [Format] The built-in memory or card is formatted. Formatting irretrievably deletes all the data so check the data carefully before formatting. • Use a battery with sufficient battery power or the AC adaptor (optional) when formatting. Do not turn the camera off during formatting. • If a card has been inserted, only the card is formatted. To format the built-in memory, remove the card. • If the card has been formatted on a PC or other equipment, format it on the camera again.
Recording About the LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Press [DISP.] to change. • When the menu screen appears, the [DISP.] button is not activated. During Playback Zoom, while playing back Motion ュリヴヱハ Pictures and during a Slide Show, you can only select E or G. • You can select between [ ] (LCD monitor style) and [ ] (viewfinder style) for each of the LCD monitor and the Viewfinder display screen using [LCD Disp.Style] and [EVF Disp.Style] in the [Setup] menu.
Recording In Playback Mode E Normal display F Display with recording information¢1 100-0001 1/13 G No display¢2 100-0001 1/13 AWB 100 '(& 5HWRXFK F2.8 30 '(& 5HWRXFK ¢1 If the [Histogram] in [Setup] menu is set to [ON], Histogram will be displayed. ¢2 Name of the registered person in [Face Recog.] is displayed when [DISP.] is pressed.
Recording Taking Pictures with the Zoom Applicable modes: 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. Extra Optical Zoom works except when the maximum recordable pixels are set. This function allows you to take a picture with additional enlargement without deteriorating the image quality.
Recording (DMC-FZ200) ∫ Control the zoom with the side lever Using the side lever to control the zoom when taking pictures with the Viewfinder is useful for reducing shaking as the camera can be kept stable. Using the side lever can also increase techniques used for taking pictures. • When controlling the zoom with the side lever, set [Side Lever] in the [Setup] menu to [ZOOM]. (P57) • You can operate the zoom at 2 speeds.
Recording ∫ Types of zooms Optical Zoom Extra Optical Zoom (EZ) Maximum magnification Feature 24k (DMC-FZ200) 46.9k¢1 (DMC-FZ62) 54k¢1 Picture quality No deterioration No deterioration Conditions [Picture Size] with selected. None (P135) is ¢1 This includes the optical zoom magnification. The magnification level differs depending on [Picture Size] setting. The zoom functions below can also be used to further increase the zoom magnification.
Recording Note • The indicated zoom magnification is an approximation. • “EZ” is an abbreviation of “Extra Optical Zoom”. It is possible to take more magnified pictures with the optical zoom. • The lens barrel extends or retracts according to the zoom position. Take care not to interrupt the motion of the lens barrel while the zoom lever is rotated. • When you rotate the zoom lever, you may hear some sound from the camera or the camera may shake. This is not a malfunction.
Recording Taking Pictures using the Flash Applicable modes: ∫ To open/close the flash (DMC-FZ62) (DMC-FZ200) (DMC-FZ200) (DMC-FZ62) A To open the flash A To open the flash Slide the flash open lever. Press the flash open button. B To close the flash B To close the flash Push the top of the flash cover until it clicks. Press the flash until it clicks. Note • Be sure to close the flash when not in use. • The flash setting is fixed to [Œ] while the flash is closed.
Recording Switching to the appropriate flash setting Set the flash to match the recording. • Open the flash. 1 Select [Flash] in the [Rec] menu. (P52) 2 Press 3/4 to select a mode and then press [MENU/SET]. • Exit the menu after it is set. Settings ‡ ([Auto]) ([iAuto])¢1 ([Auto/ Red-Eye])¢2 ‰ 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.
Recording ∫ Available flash settings in Recording Mode The available flash settings depend on the Recording Mode. (±: Available, —: Not available, ¥: Scene Mode initial setting) ‡ ‰ Œ ¢ ±¢ — — / ± ± ± ± ± / ± ± ± — ± ± /:/; / ,/ / / / / /1/í/9 /ï / / — ± ± ¥ ± — — — — — ¥ ¥ — ± — ± — — — ¥ ± ¢ [ ] is displayed. • The flash setting may change if the Recording Mode is changed. Set the flash setting again if necessary.
Recording ∫ The available flash range • The available flash range is an approximation. Wide [AUTO] in [Sensitivity] Tele 30 cm (0.98 feet) to 13.5 m (44 feet)¢1 (DMC-FZ200) 1.0 m (3.3 feet) to 13.5 m (44 feet)¢1 (DMC-FZ62) 1.0 m (3.3 feet) to 7.3 m (24 feet)¢1 ¢1 When the [ISO Limit Set] (P138) is set to [AUTO]. ∫ Shutter speed for each flash setting Flash setting ‡ ‰ Shutter speed (Sec.) Flash setting (DMC-FZ200) 1/60¢2 to 1/4000 (DMC-FZ62) 1/60¢2 to 1/2000 Œ Shutter speed (Sec.
Recording Compensating the Exposure Applicable modes: Use this function when you cannot achieve appropriate exposure due to the difference in brightness between the subject and the background. 1 Press the rear dial to set Exposure Compensation to a selected state. -3 Rotate the rear dial to compensate the exposure. SS F 125 60 30 2.8 -3 0 15 8 4.0 5.6 +3 B B Exposure meter Underexposed +3 A A Exposure Compensation value 2 0 Properly exposed Compensate the exposure towards positive.
Recording Taking Pictures Using Burst Mode Applicable modes: Pictures are taken continuously while the shutter button is pressed. Burst speed can be selected to match the recording conditions or subjects. 1 2 Press [˜]. Press 2/1 to select the burst speed and then press [MENU/SET]. • Description of recording conditions suitable for each burst speed is displayed by pressing [DISP.].
Recording (DMC-FZ200) Burst speed (pictures/second) / 2 Features • When [ ] or [ ] is set, the focus is fixed to the first picture. • When [ / 5.5 12 ¢3 40 Maximum recordable pictures (pictures) ] or [ ] is set, the focus is adjusted for each picture. • The exposure and White Balance are adjusted for each picture. • The focus, exposure and White Balance are fixed to the first picture. • The focus, exposure and White Balance are fixed to the first picture.
Recording (DMC-FZ62) Burst speed (pictures/second) / 2 Features • When [ ] or [ ] is set, the focus is fixed to the first picture. • When [ / 5 10 ¢2 j Maximum recordable pictures (pictures) ] or [ ] is set, the focus is adjusted for each picture. • The exposure and White Balance are adjusted for each picture. • The focus, exposure and White Balance are fixed to the first picture. • Still pictures are taken continuously with flash.
Recording Note • When [ ], [ ] or [ Aspect ratio ] is selected, the picture size setting will become as shown below. (DMC-FZ200) [ ] (DMC-FZ200) [ ] [ ] [4:3] [5M], [3M], [2M], [0.3M] [2.5M], [0.3M] [3M] [3:2] [4.5M], [2.5M], [0.3M] [3M], [0.3M] [2.5M] [16:9] [3.5M], [2M], [0.2M] [3.5M], [0.2M] [2M] [1:1] [3.5M], [2.5M], [0.2M] [2M], [0.2M] [2.5M] • When the Self-Timer is used, the number of recordable pictures in Burst Mode is fixed to 3.
Recording Taking Pictures with the Self-Timer Applicable modes: 1 Press 4 [ë]. 2 Press 3/4 to select the item and then press [MENU/SET]. Item Description of settings [10sec.] Picture is taken 10 seconds after shutter is pressed. [10s / 3pictures] After 10 seconds the camera takes 3 pictures at about 2 seconds intervals after shutter is pressed. [2sec.] Picture is taken 2 seconds after shutter is pressed. • When using a tripod etc.
Recording Note • When you press the shutter button once fully, the subject is automatically focused just before recording. In dark places, the Self-timer indicator will blink and then may turn on brightly operating as an AF Assist Lamp to allow the camera to focus on the subject. • We recommend using a tripod when recording with the Self-timer. • Depending on the recording conditions, the recording interval may become more than 2 seconds when [10s / 3pictures] is selected.
Recording Setting the Light Sensitivity Applicable modes: This allows the sensitivity to light (ISO sensitivity) to be set. Setting to a higher figure enables pictures to be taken even in dark places without the resulting pictures coming out dark. 1 2 Press 3 [ ]. Press 3/4 to select the ISO sensitivity and then press [MENU/SET] to set. Settings AUTO AUTO Description of settings The ISO sensitivity is automatically adjusted according to the brightness.
Recording ∫ About [ ] (Intelligent ISO sensitivity control) The camera detects movement of the subject and then 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.
Recording Adjusting the White Balance Applicable modes: In sunlight, under incandescent lights or in other such conditions where the colour of white takes on a reddish or bluish tinge, this item adjusts to the colour of white which is closest to what is seen by the eye in accordance with the light source. 1 Press 1 ( 2 Press 3/4 to select the White Balance and then press [MENU/SET]. ).
Recording ∫ Auto White Balance Depending on the conditions prevailing when pictures are taken, the pictures may take on a reddish or bluish tinge. Furthermore, when a multiple number of light sources are being used or there is nothing with a colour close to white, Auto White Balance may not function properly. In a case like this, set the White Balance to a mode other than [AWB]. 1 Auto White Balance will work within this range.
Recording Finely adjusting the White Balance You can finely adjust the White Balance when you cannot acquire the desired hue by setting the White Balance. 1 Select White Balance and then press 1. • Press 1 again if [ 1 ], [ 2 ] or [ ] is selected. 2 Press 3/4/2/1 to adjust the White Balance and then press [MENU/SET].
Recording 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 [DISP.] 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]. G A B M Note •[ ] is displayed on the screen when it is set.
Recording Taking Pictures with Auto Focus Applicable modes: This allows the focusing method that suits the positions and number of the subjects to be selected. 1 Set the camera to Auto Focus. (DMC-FZ200) (DMC-FZ62) AF/AF /MF 2 (DMC-FZ200) (DMC-FZ62) Set the focus selector switch to [AF]. 1 Press [AF/AF#/MF] to display the focus setting screen. 2 Press 3/4 to select [AF] and then press [MENU/SET]. Select [AF Mode] on the [Rec] menu and then press 1.
Recording 3 Press 3/4 to select the Auto Focus Mode and then press [MENU/SET]. Settings [š] Description of settings ([Face Detection]) The camera automatically detects the person’s face. The focus and exposure can then be adjusted to fit that face no matter what portion of the picture it is in. (max. 15 areas) [ ] ([AF Tracking])¢ Focus and exposure can be adjusted to a specified subject. Focus will keep on following the subject even if it moves.
Recording ∫ About [š] ([Face Detection]) The following AF area frames are displayed when the camera detects the faces. Yellow: When the shutter button is pressed halfway, the frame turns green when the camera is focused. White: Displayed when more than one face is detected. Other faces that are the same distance away as faces within the yellow AF areas are also focused. Note • When [Metering Mode] is set to multiple [C], the camera will adjust the exposure to suit the person’s face.
Recording ∫ Setting up [ ] ([AF Tracking]) Bring the subject to the AF tracking frame, and press [AF/AE LOCK] to lock the subject. A AF tracking frame • AF area will be displayed in yellow when a subject is recognised, and exposure and focus will automatically adjust continuously following the subject’s movement (Dynamic tracking). • AF tracking is cancelled when [AF/AE LOCK] is pressed again. A Note • When the AF lock fails, the Tracking AF frame will turn red and then disappear. Redo the AF lock.
Recording ∫ Changing position and size of the AF area (Only when [Ø] is selected) If you performing any of the following operations, the screen will switch to the settings menu. • When [Ø] is selected, press [FOCUS]. • From the menu screen, select [Ø], and press 1. 1 Press 3/4/2/1 to move the AF area. • You can set to arbitrary position of the screen. (It cannot be set to edge of the screen) • After moving the AF area, press [DISP.] to return it to the centre.
Recording Taking Close-up Pictures Applicable modes: 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 (0.033 feet) from the lens by rotating the zoom lever upmost to Wide (1k). (DMC-FZ200) (DMC-FZ62) AF/AF /MF (DMC-FZ200) (DMC-FZ62) Set the focus selector switch to [AF#]. 1 Press [AF/AF#/MF] to display the focus setting screen. 2 Press 3/4 to select [AF Macro] and then press [MENU/SET].
Recording Note • We recommend using a tripod and the Self-timer. • We recommend setting the flash to [Œ] (close the flash) when you take pictures at close range. • If the distance between the camera and the subject is beyond the focus range of the camera, the picture may not be properly focused even if the focus indication lights. • When a subject is close to the camera, the effective focus range is significantly narrowed.
Recording Taking Pictures with Manual Focus Applicable modes: 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. 1 Set the Manual Focus. • When shooting in Manual Focus, [MF] is displayed on the screen. (DMC-FZ200) (DMC-FZ62) AF/AF /MF 2 (DMC-FZ200) (DMC-FZ62) Set the focus selector switch to [MF]. 1 Press [AF/AF#/MF] to display the focus setting screen.
Recording (DMC-FZ200) ∫ Focus setting with the side lever • Set the focus selector switch to [MF]. 1 Set the [Side Lever] on the [Setup] menu to [FOCUS]. (P57) 2 Slide the side lever to display focus range on the screen. 3 Slide the side lever to focus on the subject. Side lever (T): Distant Side lever (W): Near • Using the cursor button is recommended when making slight adjustments.
Recording Technique for Manual Focus 1 Focus by rotating the rear dial. 2 Press the cursor button a few times furthermore in the same direction. 3 Finely focus on the subject by pressing the cursor button in reverse. ∫ Prefocus This is a technique for focusing in advance on the point the pictures will be taken when it is difficult to focus on the subject with Auto Focus due to its quick motion. (e.g.
Recording Fixing the Focus and the Exposure (AF/AE Lock) Applicable modes: This is useful when you want to take a picture of a subject outside the AF area or the contrast is too strong and you cannot achieve appropriate exposure. (DMC-FZ200) (DMC-FZ62) AF/AE LOCK AF/AE LOCK Fn2 Fn1 (DMC-FZ200) ¢ To use as the [AF/AE LOCK] button, set [AF/AE LOCK /Fn2] in the [Setup] menu to [AF/AE LOCK]. (P57) (DMC-FZ62) ¢ To use as the [AF/AE LOCK] button, set [AF/AE LOCK /Fn1] in the [Setup] menu to [AF/AE LOCK].
Recording ∫ AF/AE Lock Locking of the focus and exposure can be set in [AF/AE Lock] in the [Rec] menu. Item [AF] [AE] Description of settings Only the focus is locked. • [AFL] and focus indication are displayed when the subject comes into focus. Only the exposure is locked. • [AEL], aperture value, and shutter speed are displayed when the exposure is adjusted. [AF/AE] Both focus and exposure are locked.
Recording Using the function button You can assign the recording function, etc. to the function buttons. Press the buttons to instantly access assigned functions. (DMC-FZ200) (DMC-FZ62) AF/AE LOCK Fn1 Fn1 AF/AE LOCK Fn2 Fn2 Fn3 (DMC-FZ200) ¢ To use as the function button, set [AF/AE LOCK /Fn2] in the [Setup] menu to [Fn2]. (P57) (DMC-FZ62) ¢ To use as the function button, set [AF/AE LOCK /Fn1] in the [Setup] menu to [Fn1]. (P57) 1 Select [Fn Button Set] on the [Setup] menu.
Recording Taking Pictures by Specifying the Aperture/ Shutter Speed Aperture-Priority AE Mode 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. 1 Set the mode dial to [ 2 Rotate the rear dial to set the aperture value. ]. A Aperture Value B Exposure meter SS F 60 4.0 30 5.6 15 8 4 8.0 8.
Recording Manual Exposure Mode Determine the exposure by manually setting the aperture value and the shutter speed. 1 2 Set the mode dial to [ ]. F Rotate the rear dial to set the aperture and shutter speed. E Manual Exposure Assistance F Exposure meter • It will switch between aperture setting operation and shutter speed setting operation every time the rear dial is pressed. SS F 8 15 30 60 125 2.8 4.0 5.6 8.0 4.
Recording Taking Pictures that Match the Scene Being Recorded (Scene Mode) Recording modes: 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. 1 2 Set the mode dial to [ ]. Press 3/4/2/1 to select the Scene Mode and then press [MENU/SET]. • If you press [DISP.] when selecting a Scene Mode, explanations about each Scene Mode are displayed.
Recording [Soft Skin] When taking pictures of people outdoors during the daytime, this mode enables the texture of their skin to appear even softer than with [Portrait]. (It is effective when taking pictures of people from the chest up.) ∫ Technique for Soft Skin Mode To make this mode more effective: 1 Rotate the zoom lever as far as possible to Tele. 2 Move close to the subject to make this mode more effective. Note • If a part of the background etc.
Recording [Panorama Shot] Pictures are recorded continuously while moving the camera horizontally or vertically, and are combined to make a single panorama picture. 1 Press 3/4 to select the recording direction and then press [MENU/SET]. 2 After confirming the recording direction, press [MENU/SET]. • The horizontal/vertical guideline will be displayed. 3 4 Press the shutter button halfway to focus.
Recording Note • The zoom position is fixed to Wide. • The focus, white balance, and exposure are fixed at the optimum values for the first picture. As a result, if the focus or brightness changes substantially during recording, the entire panorama picture may not be recorded at the suitable focus or brightness. • When multiple pictures are combined to create a single panorama picture, the subject may appear distorted or the connection points may be noticeable in some cases.
Recording [Sports] Setting for when you want to take pictures of sports scenes or other fast-moving events. Note • Shutter speed may slow down for up to 1 second. • This mode is suitable for taking pictures of subjects at distances of 5 m (16 feet) or more. [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.
Recording [Night Portrait] This allows you to take pictures of a person and the background with near real-life brightness. ∫ Technique for Night Portrait Mode • Use the flash. (You can set to [ ].) • Ask the subject not to move while taking a picture. Note • We recommend using a tripod and the Self-timer for taking pictures. (DMC-FZ200) • Shutter speed may slow down for up to 8 seconds. • The shutter may remain closed (max. about 8 sec.) after taking the picture because of signal processing.
Recording [Handheld Night Shot] This mode allows you to record multiple pictures of night scenes at high speed, which are all combined to make a single picture. It will reduce the jitter and noise from the picture even when recording with the camera in your hand. Note • Do not move the camera while recording pictures continuously. • Noise may become visible when you take pictures in dark places or take pictures of moving subjects.
Recording [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] (P164). ∫ 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].
Recording [Pet] Select this mode when you want to take pictures of a pet such as a dog or a cat. You can set your pet’s birthday and name. For information about [Age] or [Name], refer to [Baby1]/[Baby2] on P114. [Sunset] Select this when you want to take pictures of sunset view. This allows you to take vivid pictures of the red colour of the sun. [High Sens.] This mode minimises the jitter of the subjects, and enables you to take pictures of these subjects in dimly lit rooms.
Recording [3D Photo Mode] Pictures are recorded continuously while moving the camera horizontally, and two pictures selected automatically are combined to make a single 3D picture. To view 3D pictures, a television that supports 3D is required. (This unit will play back in 2D) Refer to P180 for details about the playback method. ∫ Technique for 3D Photo Mode Start the recording and then slide the camera horizontally straight from left to right. • A guide is displayed while recording.
Recording Taking Pictures with different image effects (Creative Control Mode) Recording modes: This mode records with additional image effects. You can set the effects to add by selecting example images and checking them on the screen. 1 2 Set the mode dial to [ ]. Press 3/4 to select image effects (filters) and then press [MENU/SET]. A • The image effect of the selected example image will be applied in a preview display A. • A brief description of selected image effect appears when you press [DISP.
Recording ¢ These pictures are examples to show the effect. [Expressive] This effect emphasizes the color to make a pop art picture. Items that can be set Understated colours Freshness Pop colours [Retro] This effect gives a faded image. Items that can be set Yellow emphasised Colour Red emphasised [High Key] This effect adds a bright, airy and soft feel to the overall image.
Recording [Sepia] This effect creates a sepia image. Items that can be set Contrast Low contrast High contrast [Dynamic Monochrome] This effect gives a higher contrast to create an impressive black and white picture. Items that can be set Contrast Low contrast High contrast [Impressive Art] This effect gives your photo a dramatic contrast look.
Recording [Cross Process] This effect gives your photo a dramatic color look. Items that can be set Colour Green tone/Blue tone/Yellow tone/ Red tone • Select the colour to enhance, and press [MENU/ SET]. AUTO AUTO AUTO [Toy Effect] This effect reduces peripheral brightness to give the impression of a toy camera. Items that can be set Colour Orange emphasised Blue emphasised [Miniature Effect] This effect blurs peripheral areas to give the impression of a diorama.
Recording ∫ Setting the type of defocus With [Miniature Effect] you can make the subject stand out by intentionally creating defocused and in-focus portions. You can set the recording orientation (defocus orientation) and the position and size of the in-focus portion. 1 Press function button to display the setting screen. (DMC-FZ200) : [Fn3] (DMC-FZ62) : [Fn2] • A frame around the area not to be blurred will display. 2 Adjust the position and size of the frame and then press [MENU/SET] to set.
Recording [Soft Focus] This effect blurs the overall image to produce a soft feel. Items that can be set Extent of defocus Weak defocus Strong defocus Note • Display of the recording screen will be delayed more than usual and the screen will look as if frames are dropping. [Star Filter] This effect transforms pin-points of light into a star effect.
Recording Recording Motion Picture with Manual Settings (Creative Video Mode) Recording modes: It is possible to manually change the aperture and shutter speed and record motion pictures. Switching the [Creative Video] setting allows you to use settings such as those when mode dial is switched to [ ], [ ], [ ] and [ ]. 1 2 Set the mode dial to [ ]. Press 3/4 to select the item and then press [MENU/ SET].
Recording 3 Rotate the rear dial to change the settings. Item Items that can be set will switch every time the rear dial is pressed — Exposure Compensation (DMC-FZ200) Aperture (F2.8 to F11) (DMC-FZ62) Aperture (F2.8 to F11) (Wide)/ (F5.2 to F11) (Tele) Exposure Compensation Shutter speed (Sec.) (1/30 to 1/20000th)¢1 Exposure Compensation Shutter speed (Sec.) (1/30 to 1/20000th)¢1 (When using Manual Focus, the shutter speed can be set from 1/8 to 1/20000th.¢2) (DMC-FZ200) Aperture (F2.
Recording Note • The settings of the aperture value, shutter speed and exposure compensation can be changed during motion picture recording. In this case, care must be taken because the sounds of such operations may be recorded. • Manually setting a higher shutter speed may increase the noise on-screen due to the higher sensitivity. • When recording under lighting such as fluorescent lighting, LED lighting, mercury lighting and sodium lighting, the colouring and brightness of the screen may change.
Recording Taking Pictures in Custom Mode Recording modes: You can register the current camera settings as custom settings. If you then record in Custom Mode, you can use the registered settings. • Initial setting of the Programme AE Mode is registered as the custom settings initially. ∫ Example of registering the settings of the Recording Mode [ to [ ]: ] and menus etc. AFS -3 0 +3 13 1 Make settings 2 Register Even if you change the settings.
Recording Registering Personal Menu Settings (Registering custom settings) If you want to take pictures that have the same settings, you can register up to four items of the current camera settings to [Cust.Set Mem.]. 1 2 3 Set the mode dial to select the mode you wish to save, and then set the menu on the camera. Select [Cust.Set Mem.] on the [Setup] menu. (P52) Press 3/4 to select the custom set to register and then press [MENU/SET]. • Confirmation screen is displayed.
Recording Taking a Picture with Face Recognition Function Applicable modes: 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.
Recording Face Settings You can register information such as names and birthdays for face images of up to 6 people. Registration can be facilitated by taking multiple face images of each person. (up to 3 pictures/ registration) ∫ Point of recording when registering the face images • 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. • Make sure there is no extreme shading on the face when registering.
Recording 5 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 P132. [Age] It is possible to register the birthday. 1 Press 4 to select [SET] and then press [MENU/SET].
Recording Change or delete the information for a registered person You can modify the pictures or information of an already registered person. You can also delete the information of the registered person. 1 2 3 4 Select [Face Recog.] from the [Rec] menu, and then press 1. (P52) 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].
Recording Entering Text It is possible to enter babies’ and pets’ names and the names of travel destinations when recording. (Only alphabetical characters and symbols can be entered.) 1 Display the entry screen. • You can display the entry screen via the following operations. – [Name] of [Baby1]/[Baby2] or [Pet] in Scene Mode – [Name] in [Face Recog.] – [Location] in [Travel Date] – [Title Edit] 2 Press 3/4/2/1 to select text and then press [MENU/ SET] to register.
Recording Using the [Rec] menu For details on [Rec] menu settings, refer to P52. [Photo Style] Applicable modes: 6 effects can be selected to match the image you wish to record. It is possible to adjust the items such as colour or picture quality of the effect to your desire. Settings Description of settings [Standard] This is the standard setting. [Vivid] Brilliant effect with high saturation and contrast. [Natural] Soft effect with low contrast.
Recording ∫ Adjusting the picture quality 1 Press 2/1 to select the type of Photo Style. 2 Press 3/4 to select the items, and then press 2/1 to adjust. Item [Contrast] Effect Increases the difference between the brightness and the [r] darkness in the picture. [s] S [Sharpness] [Saturation] Decreases the difference between the brightness and the darkness in the picture. [r] The picture is sharply defined. [s] The picture is softly focused. [r] The colours in the picture become vivid.
Recording [Picture Size] Applicable modes: Set the number of pixels. The higher the numbers of pixels, the finer the detail of the pictures will appear even when they are printed onto large sheets. (DMC-FZ200) [Aspect Ratio]: [X] [12M] [Aspect Ratio]: [Y] 4000k3000 [10.5M] [8M ]¢ 3264k2448 [7M [5M ] 2560k1920 [4.5M ]¢ 2560k1712 [3M ]¢ 2048k1536 [2.5M ]¢ 2048k1360 [2M ]¢ 1600k1200 [0.3M ]¢ 640k424 [0.
Recording (DMC-FZ62) [Aspect Ratio]: [X] [16M] ]¢ [10M [Aspect Ratio]: [Y] 4608k3456 [14M] 3648k2736 [9M ]¢ 3648k2432 4608k3072 ]¢ 3072k2048 [7M ]¢ 3072k2304 [6M [5M ] 2560k1920 [4.5M ]¢ 2560k1712 [3M ]¢ 2048k1536 [2.5M ]¢ 2048k1360 640k480 [0.3M ]¢ 640k424 [0.3M ] [Aspect Ratio]: [W] [Aspect Ratio]: [ [12M] 4608k2592 [12M] ] 3456k3456 [7.5M ]¢ 3648k2056 [7.5M ]¢ 2736k2736 [5.5M ]¢ 3072k1728 [5.5M ]¢ 2304k2304 [3.5M ]¢ 2560k1440 [3.
Recording [Quality] Applicable modes: Set the compression rate at which the pictures are to be stored. Settings Description of settings [A] [›] A JPEG image in which image quality was given priority. A standard image quality JPEG image. This is useful for increasing the number of shots without changing the number of pixels. JPEG (DMC-FZ200) RAWiJPEG [ ]/ [ ] You can record a RAW image and a JPEG image ([A] or [›]) simultaneously.¢1 (DMC-FZ200) RAW [ ] You can only record RAW images.
Recording [ISO Limit Set] Applicable modes: It will select optimal ISO sensitivity with set value as limit depending on the brightness of the subject. Settings: [AUTO]/[200]/[400]/[800]/[1600]/[3200] Note • It is possible to set when the [Sensitivity] is set to [AUTO] or [ • Setting items below will be selectable in Creative Video Mode. ]. Settings: [AUTO]/[200]/[400]/[800]/[1600]/[3200]/[6400] [ISO Increments] Applicable modes: You can adjust the ISO sensitivity settings for every 1/3 EV.
Recording [AF Style] Applicable modes: Select how the focus is adjusted when taking a still picture. Settings AFS The movement of the subject and the scene (recommended) Description of settings Subject is still (Scenery, anniversary photograph, etc.) “AFS” is an abbreviation of “Auto Focus Single”. Focus is set automatically when the shutter button is pressed halfway. Focus will be fixed while it is pressed halfway. Movement cannot be predicted (Children, pets, etc.
Recording [Quick AF] Applicable modes: As long as the camera is held steady, the camera will automatically adjust the focus and focus adjustment will then be quicker when the shutter is pressed. This is useful when you do not want to miss a picture-taking opportunity. Settings: [ON]/[OFF] Note • The battery will be consumed faster than usual. • Press the shutter button halfway again when it is difficult to focus on the subject. • It does not operate during AF tracking.
Recording [i.Dynamic] (Intelligent dynamic range control) Applicable modes: Contrast and exposure will be adjusted automatically when there is a big difference in brightness between the background and subject, to bring the image close to how you see. Settings: [HIGH]/[STANDARD]/[LOW]/[OFF] Note • Even when the [Sensitivity] is set to [100], [Sensitivity] may be set higher than [100] if the picture is taken with [i.Dynamic] set to valid.
Recording [i.Resolution] Applicable modes: Pictures with sharp profile and resolution can be taken by utilising the Intelligent Resolution Technology. Settings Description of settings [i.ZOOM] [i.Resolution] is activated, and zoom magnification increased to 2 times while limiting deterioration of the picture. [ON] [i.Resolution] is activated. [OFF] — Note • Refer to P71 for information about the Intelligent Zoom.
Recording [Stabilizer] Applicable modes: Using this mode, jitter during picture taking is detected, and the camera automatically compensates for the jitter, enabling jitter-free images to be taken. When recording motion pictures, “Active Mode” (stabiliser for motion pictures) will automatically function. This decreases the jitter of the image when recording motion pictures while walking, etc. Settings: [ON]/[OFF] Note • In “Active Mode”, stronger effect of the correction can be achieved at the wide end.
Recording [AF Assist Lamp] Applicable modes: AF assist lamp will illuminate the subject when the shutter button is pressed halfway, making it easier for the camera to focus when recording in low light conditions. (Larger AF area is displayed depending on the recording conditions.) Settings: [ON]/[OFF] • The effective range of the AF Assist Lamp is 1.5 m (4.9 feet). • When you do not want to use the AF Assist Lamp A (e.g. when taking pictures of animals in dark places), set the [AF Assist Lamp] to [OFF].
Recording [Flash Adjust.] Applicable modes: Adjust the flash output if the recorded pictures are too bright or too dark. Note • You can adjust from [j2 EV] to [i2 EV] in steps of [1/3 EV]. • Select [0 EV] to return to the original flash output. • [i] or [j] is displayed on the flash icon in the screen when the flash level is adjusted. [Red-Eye Removal] Applicable modes: When Red-Eye Reduction ([ ], [ ]) is selected, Red-Eye Removal is performed whenever the flash is used.
Recording [Auto Bracket] Applicable modes: In this mode, 3 pictures are automatically recorded in the selected exposure compensation range each time the shutter button is pressed. With Auto Bracket d1 EV 1st picture 2nd picture 3rd picture d0 EV j1 EV i1 EV Press 2/1 to set the compensation range of the exposure and then press [MENU/SET]. ±1/3 EV -3 -2 -1 0 +1 +2 +3 • When you do not use Auto Bracket, select [OFF] (0). Note • When Auto Bracket is set, [ ] is displayed on the screen.
Recording [Date Stamp] Applicable modes: You can take a picture with date and time of recording. Settings Description of settings [W/O TIME] Stamp the year, month, and day. [WITH TIME] Stamp the year, month, day, hour, and minutes. [OFF] — Note • Date information for pictures recorded with the [Date Stamp] set cannot be deleted. • When printing pictures with [Date Stamp] at a shop or with a printer, the date will be printed on top of the other if you choose to print with the date.
Recording Using the [Motion Picture] menu For details on [Motion Picture] menu settings, refer to P52. In Creative Video Mode, the settable [Rec] menu will be displayed in the [Motion Picture] menu. • The [Motion Picture] menu is not displayed in the following cases. – [Panorama Shot]/[3D Photo Mode] (Scene Mode) – [Soft Focus]/[Star Filter] (Creative Control Mode) [Rec Mode] Applicable modes: This sets up the data format of motion pictures.
Recording [Rec Quality] Applicable modes: This sets up the picture quality of motion pictures. When [AVCHD] is selected Settings Picture size/Bit rate fps¢ (DMC-FZ200) [PSH] 1920k1080 pixels/Approx. 28 Mbps 50p [FSH] 1920k1080 pixels/Approx. 17 Mbps 50i [SH] 1280k720 pixels/Approx. 17 Mbps 50p Aspect ratio 16:9 (DMC-FZ200) ¢ Sensor output is 50 fps (DMC-FZ62) ¢ Sensor output is 25 fps When [MP4] is selected Settings Picture size/Bit rate [FHD] 1920k1080 pixels/Approx.
Recording [High Speed Video] (DMC-FZ200) Applicable modes: Set the picture quality for the [High Speed Video] recording in the Creative Video Mode. • This menu is displayed only when [High Speed Video] is set. Settings Description of settings [200fps VGA] Recording 200 frames/second in [VGA] of [MP4] [100fps HD] Recording 100 frames/second in [HD] of [MP4] [Continuous AF] Applicable modes: It will continually keep on focusing to the subject that the focus was once set.
Recording [Wind Cut] Applicable modes: This prevents the recording of wind-noise automatically. Settings: [AUTO]/[OFF] Note • Sound quality may be different than usual when [Wind Cut] is set. • It is fixed to [OFF] in the following cases.
Playback/Editing Having Fun with Recorded Pictures [Auto Retouch] The brightness and colour of the pictures taken can be balanced. • With [Auto Retouch], a new edited picture is created. Check that there is free space on the built-in memory or the card. [Auto Retouch] cannot be used if the card’s Write-Protect switch is set to [LOCK]. ¢ These pictures are examples to show the effect. 1 Press 2/1 to select a picture, and then press 3. 2 Press 3/4 to select [Auto Retouch], and then press [MENU/SET].
Playback/Editing [Creative Retouch] You can add your desired effects to the pictures that you have taken. • With [Creative Retouch], a new edited picture is created. Check that there is free space on the built-in memory or the card. [Creative Retouch] cannot be used if the card’s Write-Protect switch is set to [LOCK]. 1 Press 2/1 to select a picture, and then press 3. 2 Press 3/4 to select [Creative Retouch], and then press [MENU/SET]. 3 Press 3/4 to select an item, and then press [MENU/SET].
Playback/Editing Playing Back Burst Pictures (DMC-FZ200) ∫ About the burst picture group Pictures taken with burst speed set to [ ] or [ ] are recorded as a single burst picture group. The burst icon [˜] will be displayed for the burst picture group. • Deleting and editing in a group unit is possible. (For example, if you delete a burst picture group with [˜], all the pictures in that group are deleted.
Playback/Editing Editing Burst Pictures (DMC-FZ200) • The following editing menu can be used. – [Upload Set]/[Title Edit]/[Text Stamp]/[Resize]/[Cropping]¢/[Leveling]¢/[Favorite]/[Print Set]/ [Protect]/[Copy] ¢ Cannot be used for the entire burst picture group. Editing in burst picture group units (All pictures in the burst picture group) 1 2 3 4 Press [MENU/SET] during playback to display the [Playback] menu. (P52) Press 3/4 to select item, and press 1.
Playback/Editing Various methods of playback You can play back the recorded pictures in various methods. 1 Press [MENU/SET] during playback. 2 Press 1. 3 Press 3/4 to select the item and then press [MENU/SET]. • Following items can be selected. [Normal Play] (P45) [2D/3D [Filtering Play] (P159) Settings]¢ [Calendar] (P160) [Slide Show] (P156) ¢ The playback method for the 3D pictures can be switched. This item is only displayed during HDMI output.
Playback/Editing ∫ Operations performed during slide show The cursor displayed during playback is the same as 3/4/2/1. 3 Play/Pause 4 Stop 2 Back to previous picture¢ 1 Ahead to next picture¢ [W] Reduce volume level [T] Increase volume level W T ¢ Operable only in the following cases.
Playback/Editing [Setup] [Duration] or [Repeat] can be set. Settings Description of settings [Duration] [1 SEC.]/[2 SEC.]/[3 SEC.]/[5 SEC.] [Repeat] [ON]/[OFF] [Sound] [AUTO]: Music is played when the still pictures are played back, and audio is played when the motion pictures are played back. [Music]: Music is played back. [Audio]: Audio (only for motion pictures) is played back. [OFF]: There will be no sound.
Playback/Editing [Filtering Play] Pictures are classified into only still pictures, only motion pictures, or only 3D pictures etc., and played back. Settings Description of settings [Picture Only] Only still pictures are played back. [Video Only] Only motion pictures are played back. [3D Play] Only 3D pictures are played back. • Refer to P180 for the method to play back [3D Play] pictures in 3D.
Playback/Editing [Calendar] You can display pictures by recording date. 1 Press 3/4/2/1 to select the date to be played back. SAT 1 2 • If there were no pictures recorded during a month, that month is not 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 displayed. 2 SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI 30 31 12 2012 Press [MENU/SET] to display the pictures that were recorded on the selected date. • Press [ ] to return to the calendar screen.
Playback/Editing Using the [Playback] menu You can setup pictures to be uploaded to image sharing sites and perform editing like cropping recorded pictures, as well as set up the protection of recorded images, etc. • With [Text Stamp], [Resize], [Cropping] or [Leveling], a new edited picture is created. A new picture cannot be created if there is no free space on the built-in memory or the card so we recommend checking that there is free space and then editing the picture.
Playback/Editing ∫ Upload to the image sharing sites An upload tool built-in to the camera “LUMIX Image Uploader” is automatically copied to the card when you setup [Upload Set]. Perform the upload operation after connecting the camera to a PC (P182). For details, refer to P185. ∫ Cancelling all the [Upload Set] settings 1 Select [Upload Set] on the [Playback] menu. 2 Press 3/4 to select [Cancel] and then press [MENU/SET]. • Confirmation screen is displayed. It is executed when [Yes] is selected.
Playback/Editing [Title Edit] You can add text (comments) to pictures. After text has been registered, it can be stamped in prints using [Text Stamp] (P164). 1 Select [Title Edit] on the [Playback] menu. (P52) 2 Press 3/4 to select [Single] or [Multi] and then press [MENU/SET]. 3 [Single] Select the picture, and then press [MENU/SET] to set. [Multi] 1 2 3 4 5 6 • [’] is displayed for pictures with titles already registered. [Multi] setting Press [DISP.
Playback/Editing [Text Stamp] You can stamp the recording date/time, name, location, Travel Date or title onto the recorded pictures. 1 Select [Text Stamp] on the [Playback] menu. (P52) 2 Press 3/4 to select [Single] or [Multi] and then press [MENU/SET]. 3 [Single] Select the picture, and then press [MENU/SET] to set. [Multi] 1 2 3 4 5 6 • [‘] is displayed on pictures already with date or text stamped. [Multi] setting Press [DISP.] to set (repeat), and then press [MENU/SET] to set.
Playback/Editing 6 Press [MENU/SET]. • Confirmation screen is displayed. It is executed when [Yes] is selected. Exit the menu after it is executed. Note • When you print pictures stamped with text, the date will be printed over the stamped text if you specify printing of the date at the photo shop or on the printer. (DMC-FZ200) • You can set up to 100 pictures at one time in [Multi]. (DMC-FZ62) • You can set up to 50 pictures at one time in [Multi].
Playback/Editing [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. 1 2 3 Select [Video Divide] on the [Playback] menu. (P52) Press 2/1 to select the motion picture to divide, and then press [MENU/ SET]. Press 3 at the location to divide. 3s • Motion picture is played back from the same location when 3 is pressed again.
Playback/Editing [Resize] To allow easy posting to web pages, attachment to e-mail etc., picture size (number of pixels) is reduced. 1 Select [Resize] on the [Playback] menu. (P52) 2 Press 3/4 to select [Single] or [Multi] and then press [MENU/SET]. 3 Select the picture and size. [Single] setting 1 2 Press 2/1 to select the picture, and then press [MENU/ SET]. Press 2/1 to select the size, and then press [MENU/ SET]. • Confirmation screen is displayed. It is executed when [Yes] is 3 selected.
Playback/Editing [Cropping] You can enlarge and then crop the important part of the recorded picture. 1 Select [Cropping] on the [Playback] menu. (P52) 2 Press 2/1 to select the picture, and then press [MENU/SET]. 3 Use the zoom lever and press 3/4/2/1 to select the parts to be cropped. W T Zoom lever (T): Enlargement Zoom lever (W): Reduction 3/4/2/1: Move 4 Press [MENU/SET]. • Confirmation screen is displayed. It is executed when [Yes] is selected. Exit the menu after it is executed.
Playback/Editing [Leveling] Minute tilting of the image can be adjusted. 1 Select [Leveling] on the [Playback] menu. (P52) 2 Press 2/1 to select the picture, and then press [MENU/SET]. 3 Press 2/1 to adjust the tilting, and press [MENU/ SET]. 1: clockwise 2: counter-clockwise 1.6° • Up to 2 o can be adjusted. • Confirmation screen is displayed. It is executed when [Yes] is selected. Exit the menu after it is executed. Note • Quality of image may become coarse when levelling is performed.
Playback/Editing [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] in [Filtering Play]) – Play back the pictures set as favourites only as a slide show. – Delete all the pictures not set as favourites. ([All Delete Except Favorite]) 1 Select [Favorite] on the [Playback] menu. (P52) 2 Press 3/4 to select [Single] or [Multi] and then press [MENU/SET].
Playback/Editing [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 (P175) and then set the print setting.
Playback/Editing ∫ Cancelling all the [Print Set] settings 1 Select [Print Set] on the [Playback] menu. 2 Press 3/4 to select [Cancel] and then press [MENU/SET]. • Confirmation screen is displayed. It is executed when [Yes] is selected. Exit the menu after it is executed. ∫ To print the date After setting the number of prints, set/cancel printing with the recording date by pressing [DISP.].
Playback/Editing [Protect] You can set protection for pictures you do not want to be deleted by mistake. 1 Select [Protect] on the [Playback] menu. (P52) 2 Press 3/4 to select [Single] or [Multi] and then press [MENU/SET]. 3 [Single] Select the picture, and then press [MENU/SET] to set. [Multi] 1 2 3 4 5 6 • The settings are cancelled when [MENU/ SET] is pressed again. • Exit the menu after it is set. Press 2/1 to select Press 3/4/2/1 to the picture. select the pictures.
Playback/Editing [Face Rec Edit] You can delete or change the information relating to Face Recognition for the selected picture. 1 2 3 4 5 Select [Face Rec Edit] on the [Playback] menu. (P52) 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]. Press 2/1 to select the person and then press [MENU/SET]. (When [REPLACE] is selected) Press 3/4/2/1 to select the person to replace and then press [MENU/ SET].
Playback/Editing [Copy] You can copy the data of the pictures you have taken from the built-in memory to a card or from a card to the built-in memory. 1 Select [Copy] on the [Playback] menu. (P52) 2 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. : One picture at a time is copied from the card to the built-in memory.
Connecting to other equipment Playing Back Pictures on a TV Screen Pictures recorded with this unit can be played back on a TV screen. Preparations: Turn this unit and the TV off. • Confirm the terminals on your TV and use a cable compatible with the terminals. Image quality may vary with the connected terminals. 1 High quality 2 HDMI socket 3 Video socket 1 Connect the camera and a TV. • Check the direction of the terminals and plug in/out straight holding onto the plug.
Connecting to other equipment To connect with an AV cable (optional) (DMC-FZ200) (DMC-FZ62) • Always use a genuine Panasonic AV cable (DMW-AVC1: optional). • Check the [TV Aspect]. (P66) • Audio will be played back in monaural. D AV cable (optional) E White: to the audio input socket F Yellow: to the video input socket G Align the marks, and insert. 2 Turn on the TV and select the input to match the terminal in use. 3 Turn the camera on and then press [(].
Connecting to other equipment The recorded pictures can be played back on a TV with an SD Memory Card slot. • Proper playback (aspect ratio) will be dependent on the TV used for viewing. • The file format of the motion pictures that can be played back differs depending on the TV model. • In some cases, panorama pictures cannot be played back. Also, auto-scroll playback of panorama pictures may not work. • For cards compatible with playback, refer to the operating instructions of the TV.
Connecting to other equipment ∫ Other linked operations Turning this unit off: If you use the remote control for the TV to turn the TV off, this unit is also turned off. Automatic input switching: • If you connect with an HDMI mini cable and then turn this unit on, and then press [(], the input channel on the TV automatically switches to this unit’s screen. If the TV’s power is in standby status, it will turn on automatically (if [Set] has been selected for the TV’s [Power on link] setting).
Connecting to other equipment Playing back 3D pictures Connecting the camera to a 3D compatible television and playing back pictures taken in 3D allows you to enjoy 3D pictures for extra impact. It is also possible to play back the recorded 3D pictures by inserting an SD card into the 3D compatible television with an SD card slot. For current information regarding devices that can play back 3D pictures recorded with this unit, please refer to the below support site. http://panasonic.
Connecting to other equipment Note • When the picture is not appropriate to view in 3D (disparity is too large, etc.) – [Slide Show]: The picture will be played back in 2D. – [Filtering Play]: Confirmation screen is displayed. Select whether or not to play back the picture in 3D. • 2 pictures may be displayed side by side when a 3D picture is played back on a TV that is not 3D compatible.
Connecting to other equipment Saving still pictures and motion pictures on your 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 Preparations: Install “PHOTOfunSTUDIO” to the PC. • Read the “Basic Operating Instructions” for more information about install. The software “PHOTOfunSTUDIO” on the CD-ROM (supplied) can be used to save all the still pictures and motion pictures recorded by the camera in their various formats to your computer. 1 Connect the camera to a PC via the USB connection cable A (supplied). • Please turn this unit on and your PC before connecting.
Connecting to other equipment Note • “PHOTOfunSTUDIO” is not compatible with Mac. • Use a battery with sufficient battery power or the AC adaptor (optional). If the remaining battery power becomes low while the camera and the PC are communicating, the status indicator blinks and the alarm beeps. Refer to “Disconnecting the USB connection cable safely” (P185) before disconnecting the USB connection cable. Otherwise, data may be destroyed.
Connecting to other equipment ∫ Disconnecting the USB connection cable safely Select the [ ] icon in task tray displayed on the PC, and then click [Eject DMC-XXX] (XXX varies by model). • Depending on your PC’s settings, this icon may not be displayed. • If the icon is not displayed, check that [Access] is not displayed on the LCD monitor of the digital camera before removing the hardware. ∫ Connection in the PTP Mode Set [USB Mode] to [PictBridge(PTP)].
Connecting to other equipment Saving still pictures and motion pictures on a Recorder If you insert a card holding content recorded with this unit into a Panasonic recorder, you can dub the content to a Blu-ray Disc or DVD etc. For details on Panasonic devices compatible with the respective file format (such as a Blu-ray Disc recorder), refer to the support sites below. For details on compatible devices, refer to the support sites below. http://panasonic.
Connecting to other equipment 2 Start the playback of this unit. 3 Start the recording on the recording equipment. • When ending the recording (copying), stop the playback on this unit after stopping the recording in recording equipment. Note • When you play back motion pictures on 4:3 aspect ratio TV, you must set [TV Aspect] (P66) on this unit to [4:3] before starting a copy. The image will be vertically long if you play back motion pictures copied with [16:9] setting on a [4:3] aspect TV.
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. (DMC-FZ200) • Burst pictures will be displayed as a list, and not as a group. • 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.
Connecting to other equipment Note • Use a battery with sufficient battery power or the AC adaptor (optional). If the remaining battery power becomes low while the camera and the printer are connected, the status indicator blinks and the alarm beeps. If this happens during printing, stop printing at once. If not printing, disconnect the USB connection cable. • Do not disconnect the USB connection cable while [å] (Cable disconnect prohibit icon) is displayed.
Connecting to other equipment Selecting a single picture and printing it 1 2 Press 2/1 to select the picture and then press [MENU/SET]. Press 3 to select [Print start] and then press [MENU/ SET]. • Refer to P191 for the items which can be set before starting to print the pictures. • Disconnect the USB connection cable after printing. PictBridge 6LQJOH 6HOHFW 3ULQW VWDUW 3ULQW ZLWK 'DWH 1XP RI SULQWV 3DSHU 6L]H 3DJH /D\RXW &DQFHO 6HOHFW Selecting multiple pictures and printing them 1 Press 3.
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 supported by the camera, set [Paper Size] or [Page Layout] to [{] and then set the paper size or the layout on the printer. (For details, refer to the operating instructions of the printer.
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 Optional accessories Conversion Lens (optional) With the optional conversion lenses, you can record even more faraway pictures and take close-up pictures of smaller subjects. Preparations: Remove the lens cap and lens hood. 1 Attach the lens adaptor. • Rotate the lens adaptor slowly and carefully. 2 Attach the tele conversion lens.
Others Note • Lens adaptor (optional) is needed to use the conversion lens. (DMC-FZ200) : DMW-LA7 (DMC-FZ62) : DMW-LA5 • 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. • Do not use with anything other than DMW-LC55 or DMW-LT55. • When there is dirt (water, oil, and fingerprints, etc.) on the surface of the lens, the image may be affected.
Others External Flash (optional) (DMC-FZ200) After attaching the external flash (DMW-FL220, DMW-FL360, DMW-FL500: optional), the effective range will be increased when compared to the camera’s built in flash. Preparations: Turn off the camera and close the built-in flash. ∫ Using the dedicated flash (DMW-FL220: optional) 1 Attach the dedicated flash to the hot shoe and then turn on the camera and the dedicated flash. • Be sure to firmly secure to the dedicated flash with the lock ring.
Others Note • You can set the aperture value, the shutter speed and the ISO sensitivity on the camera even when attaching the external flash. • Some commercial external flashes have synchro terminals with high-voltage or reversed polarity. Using such extra flashes may cause a malfunction or the camera may not operate normally. • If you use commercially available external flashes with communication functions other than the dedicated one, they may not operate normally or they may be damaged.
Others Remote Shutter (optional) (DMC-FZ200) If you use the remote shutter (DMW-RSL1: optional), you can avoid jitter (camera shake) when using a tripod and you can keep the shutter pressed fully when taking pictures with Burst Mode. The remote shutter works similar to the shutter button on the camera. Note • Always use a genuine Panasonic remote shutter (DMW-RSL1: optional). • You cannot operate the camera with the remote shutter in the following cases.
Others AC adaptor (optional)/DC coupler (optional) The AC adaptor (optional) can only be used with the designated Panasonic DC coupler (optional). The AC adaptor (optional) cannot be used by itself. Preparations: Turn this unit off and confirm that the lens barrel is retracted. A B C D E 1 2 Card/battery door DC coupler DC coupler cover AC adaptor AC cable Pull open the card/battery door and the DC coupler cover. Insert the DC coupler into this unit. • Insert by pushing the centre of the DC coupler.
Others Screen Display ∫ In recording 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Custom Settings (P127) Photo Style (P133) Colour Mode (P38) : Creative control adjustment display (P117) Zoom Microphone (P151) Flash Mode (P75) Flash output adjustment (P145) Recording Mode (for recording motion pictures) (P148) Recording quality (P149) Picture Size (P135) Stabiliser Off (P143) : Jitter Alert (P29) Quality (P137) AF Macro Mode (P97) 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1011 12 13 1 34 33 32 31 30 29 28 C1 40 MP4 14 15 16 17 18 19 3s AEL P 4.
Others 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 Aperture value (P31) Programme Shift (P32) Metering Mode (P140) AE lock (P102) Current date and time/“: World Time (P55) Number of days that have passed since the departure date (P56) Location (P56) Name (P114) Age (P114) Exposure meter (P61) Date Stamp (P147) Elapsed Recording Time (P41): 8m30s ¢ Built-in Memory (P23) : Card (P23) (displayed only during recording) Backlight Compensation (P37) Recording Mode (P30) ¢ “m” is an abbreviation for minute and “s” for secon
Others ∫ In playback 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 Playback Mode (P156) Protected Picture (P173) Favourites (P170) Date/Text stamped display (P147, 164) Photo Style (P133) Colour Mode (P38) After Auto Retouch (P152) After Creative Retouch (P153) Picture Size (P135) Quality (P137) Battery Indication (P19) Built-in Memory (P23) Elapsed playback time (P47): 8m30s ¢ Picture Number/Total Pictures Folder/File Number (P184) Histogram (P60) 1 MP4 Number of pictures in burst (P154) 17 Auto Retouch (P152) Creativ
Others Cautions for Use Optimal use of the camera Keep this unit as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment (such as microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.). • If you use this unit on top of or near a TV, the pictures and/or sound on this unit may be disrupted by electromagnetic wave radiation. • Do not use this unit near cell phones because doing so may result in noise adversely affecting the pictures and/or sound.
Others About the LCD monitor/Viewfinder • Do not press the LCD monitor with excessive force. Uneven colours may appear on the LCD monitor and it may malfunction. • If the camera is cold when you turn it on, the picture on the LCD monitor/Viewfinder will be slightly darker than usual at first. However, the picture will return to normal brightness when the internal temperature of the camera increases. Extremely high precision technology is employed to produce the LCD monitor/Viewfinder screen.
Others Charger • The [CHARGE] indicator may blink under the influence of static electricity or electromagnetic wave. This phenomenon have no effects on charging. • If you use the battery charger near a radio, the radio reception may be disturbed. • Keep the charger 1 m (3.3 feet) or more away from radios. • The charger may generate whirring sounds when it is being used. This is not a malfunction. • After use, be sure to disconnect the power supply device from the electrical outlet.
Others About the personal information If a name or birthday is set for [Baby1]/[Baby2]/Face Recognition function, this personal information is kept in the camera and recorded in the image. Disclaimer • Information including personal information may be altered or vanish due to erroneous operation, effect of static electricity, accident, malfunction, repair, or other handlings.
Others Message Display Confirmation messages or error messages will be displayed on the screen in some cases. The major messages are described below as examples. [This picture is protected] > Delete the picture after cancelling the protect setting. (P173) [This picture cannot be deleted]/[Some pictures cannot be deleted] • Pictures not based on the DCF standard cannot be deleted. > If you want to delete some pictures, format the card after saving necessary data on a PC etc.
Others [Memory card error. This card cannot be used in this camera. Format this card?] • It is a format that cannot be used with this unit. > Insert a different card. > Format the card again with the camera after saving necessary data on a PC etc. (P68) The data on the card will be deleted. [Please turn camera off and then on again]/[System Error] • This is displayed when the lens has stopped operating normally due to being pressed on by a hand etc. > Turn the camera off and on.
Others [A folder cannot be created] • A folder cannot be created because there are no remaining folder numbers that can be used. > Format the card after saving necessary data on a PC etc. (P68) If you execute [No.Reset] in the [Setup] menu after formatting, the folder number is reset to 100. (P64) [Picture is displayed for 16:9 TV]/[Picture is displayed for 4:3 TV] • Select [TV Aspect] in the [Setup] menu if you want to change the TV aspect.
Others Troubleshooting First, try out the following procedures (P210 to 219). If the problem is not resolved, it may be improved by selecting [Reset] (P65) on the [Setup] menu. Battery and power source The camera cannot be operated even when it is turned on. The camera turns off immediately after it is turned on. • The battery is exhausted. Charge the battery. • If you leave the camera on, the battery will be exhausted. > Turn the camera off frequently by using the [Economy] etc.
Others Multiple pictures are taken at one time. > Cancel the settings of White Balance Bracket (P91). > Set Auto Bracket (P146) or the Burst Mode (P80) to [OFF]. • Is the Self-Timer (P84) set to [10s / 3pictures]? The subject is not focused properly. • The focus range varies depending on the Recording Mode. > Set to the proper mode for the distance to the subject. • The subject is beyond the focus range of the camera. (P34) • There is camera shake (jitter) or the subject is moving slightly.
Others The brightness or the hue of the recorded picture is different from the actual scene. • When recording under fluorescent or LED lighting fixture etc., increasing the shutter speed may introduce slight changes to brightness and colour. These are a result of the characteristics of the light source and do not indicate a malfunction. • When recording subjects in extremely bright locations or recording under fluorescent lighting, LED lighting fixture, mercury lamp, sodium lighting etc.
Others Recording by [Panorama Shot] is ended before finishing. • If the camera is moved too slowly, the camera has assumed that camera motion was stopped and will end the still picture recording. • If there is a great deal of shaking towards the recording direction while moving the camera, recording will end. > When recording with [Panorama Shot], move the camera by trying to trace a small circle parallel to the recording direction at a speed of about 8 seconds per revolution (estimated).
Others Noise appears on the LCD monitor. • In dark places, noise may appear to maintain the brightness of the LCD monitor. This does not affect the pictures you are recording. Flash The flash is not activated. • Is the flash closed? > Open the flash.
Others The folder number and the file number are displayed as [—] and the screen turns black. • Is this a non-standard picture, a picture which has been edited using a PC or a picture which was taken by another make of digital camera? • Did you remove the battery immediately after picture-taking or did you take the picture using a battery with a low remaining charge? > Format the data to delete the pictures mentioned above.
Others Motion pictures recorded with this unit cannot be played back on other equipment. • Motion pictures recorded in [AVCHD] or [MP4] may be played back with poor picture or sound quality or playback may not be possible even when played back with equipment compatible with these formats. Also, the recording information may not be displayed properly. TV, PC and printer The picture does not appear on the television. • Is the camera connected to the TV correctly? > Set the TV input to external input mode.
Others Cannot communicate with the PC. • Is the camera connected to the PC correctly? • Is the camera recognised by the PC correctly? > Set to [PC] in [USB Mode]. (P65, 183) > Turn this unit off and on. The card is not recognised by the PC. (The built-in memory is recognised.) > Disconnect the USB connection cable. Connect it again while the card is inserted in the camera. > If there are two or more USB terminal on a single PC, try connecting the USB connection cable to another USB terminal.
Others Others When shaking the camera, there is a rattling sound. In the following cases, there is no problem with the camera, so do not worry. • There is a rattling sound when the camera is shaken while this unit is turned off or during Playback Mode. (Sound of lens moving) • This unit makes a rattling sound etc., when this unit is turned on or off, or when switching from Recording Mode to Playback Mode. (Sound of the aperture) • Vibration is felt when zooming.
Others The lens clicks. • When the brightness changes due to zoom or camera movement etc., the lens may click and the picture on the screen may drastically change. However, the picture is not affected. The sound is caused by the automatic adjustment of the aperture. This is not a malfunction. The clock is reset. • If you do not use the camera for a long time, the clock may be reset. > [Please set the clock] message will be displayed; please re-set the clock. (P27) Zooming stops instantaneously.
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