Operating Instructions for advanced features Digital Camera Model No. DMC-ZX3 Before use, please read these instructions completely.
Contents Before Use Quick Guide ..............................................4 Standard Accessories ...............................6 Names of the Components .......................7 Playing Back Pictures ([NORMAL PLAY]) ..................................44 • Displaying Multiple Screens (Multi Playback) ................................45 • Using the Playback Zoom .................46 • Switching the [PLAYBACK] Mode .....46 Deleting Pictures .....................................
Recording Motion Picture........................77 • Changing [REC MODE] and [REC QUALITY]................................81 Taking a Picture with Face Recognition Function ..................................................84 • Face Settings ....................................85 • Setting Auto Registration/ Sensitivity..........................................89 • Auto Registration ..............................90 Useful Functions at Travel Destinations (Travel Mode)........................................
Before Use Before Use Quick Guide This is an overview of how to record and play back pictures with the camera. For each step, be sure to refer to the pages indicated in brackets. plug-in type Charge the battery. (P9) • The battery is not charged when the camera is shipped. Charge the battery before use. 90 inlet type Insert the battery and the card. (P14) • When you do not use the card, you can record or play back pictures on the built-in memory. (P16) Refer to P17 when you use a card.
Before Use Play back the pictures. 1 Slide the [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch to [(]. 2 Select the picture you want to view.
Before Use Standard Accessories Check that all the accessories are included before using the camera. • The accessories and their shape will differ depending on the country or area where the camera was purchased. For details on the accessories, refer to Basic Operating Instructions. • Battery Pack is indicated as battery pack or battery in the text. • Battery Charger is indicated as battery charger or charger in the text.
Before Use Names of the Components 1 2 3 Flash (P51) Lens (P167, 168) Self-timer indicator (P58) AF Assist Lamp (P111) 4 5 6 7 8 LCD monitor (P49, 163) [MENU/SET] button (P18) [DISPLAY] button (P49) [Q.
Before Use 11 12 13 14 15 16 Camera ON/OFF switch (P18) Zoom lever (P41) Speaker (P125) Microphone (P78, 110) Shutter button (P34) Mode dial (P31) 11 12 1314 15 16 17 Hand strap eyelet • Be sure to attach the hand strap when 17 18 using the camera to ensure that you will not drop it.
Preparation Preparation Charging the Battery ∫ About batteries that you can use with this unit It has been found that counterfeit battery packs which look very similar to the genuine product are made available to purchase in some markets. Some of these battery packs are not adequately protected with internal protection to meet the requirements of appropriate safety standards. There is a possibility that these battery packs may lead to fire or explosion.
Preparation plug-in type Connect the charger to the electrical outlet. • The AC cable does not fit entirely into the AC input terminal. A gap will remain as shown on the right. • Charging starts when the [CHARGE] indicator A lights green. • Charging is properly complete when the [CHARGE] indicator A turns off. 90 inlet type Detach the battery after charging is completed. • After charging is completed, be sure to disconnect the power supply device from the electrical outlet.
Preparation ∫ Charging time Charging time Approx. 130 min • The indicated charging time is for when the battery has been discharged completely. The charging time may vary depending on how the battery has been used. The charging time for the battery in hot/cold environments or a battery that has not been used for long time may be longer than normal. Charging time and number of recordable pictures with the optional battery pack are the same as above.
Preparation Approximate operating time and number of recordable pictures ∫ Recording still pictures Number of recordable pictures Approx. 330 pictures Recording time Approx. 165 min By CIPA standard in Normal Picture Mode Recording conditions by CIPA standard • CIPA is an abbreviation of [Camera & Imaging Products Association]. • Temperature: 23 oC/Humidity: 50% when LCD monitor is on. • Using a Panasonic SD Memory Card (32 MB). • Using the supplied battery.
Preparation ∫ Playback Playback time Approx. 300 min Note • The operating times and number of recordable pictures will differ according to the environment and the operating conditions. For example, in the following cases, the operating times shorten and the number of recordable pictures is reduced. – In low-temperature environments, such as on ski slopes. – When using [AUTO POWER LCD] or [POWER LCD] (P25). – When operations such as flash and zoom are used repeatedly.
Preparation Inserting and Removing the Card (optional)/the Battery • Check that this unit is turned off. • We recommend using a Panasonic card. Slide the release lever in the direction of the arrow and open the card/battery door. • Always use genuine Panasonic batteries. • If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product. Battery: Insert until it is locked by the lever A being careful about the direction you insert it.
Preparation Note • Remove the battery after use. Store the removed battery in the battery case (supplied). • Do not remove the battery until the LCD monitor turns off as the settings on the camera may not be stored properly. • The supplied battery is designed only for the camera. Do not use it with any other equipment. • The battery will be exhausted if left for a long period of time after being charged.
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. • Clipboard pictures (P113) are stored on the built-in memory even if a card is inserted.
Preparation Card The following cards which conform to the SD video standard can be used with this unit. (These cards are indicated as card in the text.) Type of card which can be used with this unit SD Memory Card (8 MB to 2 GB) Remarks • SDHC Memory Cards and SDXC Memory Cards can be used only in equipment that is compatible with their respective formats. SDHC Memory Card (4 GB • Check that the PC and other equipment are compatible when to 32 GB) using the SDXC Memory Cards.
Preparation Setting Date/Time (Clock Set) • The clock is not set when the camera is shipped. Turn the camera on. A [MENU/SET] button B Cursor buttons • If the language select screen is not displayed, proceed to step 4. Press [MENU/SET]. Press 3/4 to select the language, and press [MENU/SET]. • The [PLEASE SET THE CLOCK] message appears. (This message does not appear in [PLAYBACK] Mode.) Press [MENU/SET].
Preparation Press 2/1 to select the items (year, month, day, hour, minute, display sequence or time display format), and press 3/4 to set. : : A: Time at the home area B: Time at the travel destination (P93) ‚: Cancel without setting the clock. • Select either [24HRS] or [AM/PM] for the time display format. • AM/PM is displayed when [AM/PM] is selected. • When [AM/PM] is selected as the time display format, midnight is displayed as AM 12:00 and noon is displayed as PM 12:00.
Preparation Setting the Menu The camera comes with menus that allow you to choose the settings for taking pictures and playing them back as you like and menus that enable you to have more fun with the camera and use it more easily. In particular, the [SETUP] menu contains some important settings relating to the camera’s clock and power. Check the settings of this menu before proceeding to use the camera.
Preparation — [TRAVEL MODE] menu (P91 to 94) • You can set the departure date and destination when travelling, and have the camera display the local date and time. • The [TRAVEL MODE] menu can be set from either the [REC] Mode or [PLAYBACK] Mode. [SETUP] menu (P25 to 30) • This menu lets you perform the clock settings, select the operating beep tone settings and set other settings which make it easier for you to operate the camera.
Preparation Setting menu items This section describes how to select the Normal Picture Mode settings, and the same setting can be used for the [PLAYBACK] menu and [SETUP] menu as well. Example: Setting [AF MODE] from [Ø] to [š] in the Normal Picture Mode Turn the camera on. OFF ON A [MENU/SET] button B [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch C Mode dial Slide the [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch to [!].
Preparation Press [MENU/SET] to set. Press [MENU/SET] to close the menu. Switching to other menus e.g.: Switching to the [SETUP] menu 1 Press [MENU/SET] to display the menu. 2 Press 2. 3 Press 4 to select the [SETUP] menu icon [ ]. 4 Press 1. • Select a menu item next and set it.
Preparation Using the Quick Menu By using the Quick Menu, some of the menu settings can be easily found. • Some of the menu items cannot be set by the modes. Press and hold [Q.MENU] when recording. Press 3/4/2/1 to select the menu item and the setting and then press [MENU/SET] to close the menu. A The items to be set and the settings are displayed.
Preparation Perform these settings if you need to. About the Setup Menu [CLOCK SET], [ECONOMY] and [AUTO REVIEW] are important items. Check their settings before using them. • In the Intelligent Auto Mode, only [CLOCK SET], [BEEP], [LANGUAGE] and [STABILIZER DEMO.] (P30) can be set. For details on how to select the [SETUP] menu settings, refer to P22. U [CLOCK SET] Setting Date/Time. • Refer to P18 for details. This allows you to set the beep and shutter sound.
Preparation [DISPLAY SIZE] [GUIDE LINE] Change the display size of some icons and menu screens. [STANDARD]/[LARGE] Set the pattern of the guidelines displayed when taking pictures. You can also set whether or not to have the recording information displayed when the guidelines are displayed. (P49) [REC. INFO.]: [OFF]/[ON] • The [PATTERN] setting is fixed to [ [HISTOGRAM] [PATTERN]: [ ]/[ ] ] in the Intelligent Auto Mode and the Clipboard Mode.
Preparation Set the length of time that the picture is displayed after taking it. o [AUTO REVIEW] [OFF] [1SEC.] [2SEC.] [HOLD]: The pictures are displayed until one of the buttons is pressed. • The Auto Review function is activated regardless of its setting when using Auto Bracket (P60), [SELF PORTRAIT] (P64), [HI-SPEED BURST] (P70), [FLASH BURST] (P71) and [PHOTO FRAME] (P75) in Scene Mode, Burst Mode (P106) and when recording still pictures with audio (P110).
Preparation Select the USB communication system after or before connecting the camera to your PC or your printer with the USB connection cable (supplied). x [USB MODE] y [SELECT ON CONNECTION]: Select either [PC] or [PictBridge(PTP)] if you connected the camera to a PC or a printer supporting PictBridge. { [PictBridge(PTP)]: Set after or before connecting to a printer supporting PictBridge. z [PC]: Set after or before connecting to a PC.
Preparation Set the format for the HDMI output when playing back on the HDMI compatible high definition TV connected with this unit using the HDMI mini cable (optional). [HDMI MODE] [AUTO]: The output resolution is automatically set based on the information from the connected TV. [1080i]: The interlace method with 1080 available scan lines is used for output. [720p]: The progressive method with 720 available scan lines is used for output.
Preparation [VERSION DISP.] It is possible to check which version of firmware is on the camera. [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) and DC coupler (optional) when formatting. Do not turn the camera off during formatting. • If a card has been inserted, only the card is formatted.
Preparation Mode switching Selecting the [REC] Mode, and Record Still Picture or Motion Picture Turn the camera on. A [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch B Mode dial OFF ON Slide the [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch to [!]. Switching the mode by rotating the Mode dial. Align a desired mode with part C. • Rotate the Mode dial slowly and surely to adjust to each mode.
Preparation ∫ List of [REC] Modes ¦ Intelligent Auto Mode (P34) The subjects are recorded using settings automatically selected by the camera. ! Normal Picture Mode (P38) The subjects are recorded using your own settings. My Scene Mode (P61) Pictures are taken using previously registered recording scenes. Û Scene Mode (P61) This allows you to take pictures that match the scene being recorded. ì Clipboard Mode (P113) Record as a memo.
Preparation A Shutter button B Motion picture button Taking the still picture Press the shutter button halfway to focus. Press the shutter button fully (push it in further), and take the picture. ∫ For more details, refer to the explanation of each Recording Mode. Recording the motion picture Press the motion picture button to start the recording. Press the motion picture button again to stop the recording.
Basic [REC] Mode: ñ Basic Taking Pictures Using the Automatic Function (Intelligent Auto Mode) The camera will set the most appropriate settings to match the subject and the recording conditions so we recommend this mode for beginners or those who want to leave the settings to the camera and take pictures easily. • The following functions are activated automatically. – Scene Detection/[STABILIZER]/[INTELLIGENT ISO]/Face Detection/Quick AF/ [I.EXPOSURE]/Digital Red-eye Correction/Backlight Compensation/[I.
Basic Scene Detection When the camera identifies the optimum scene, the icon of the scene concerned is displayed in blue for 2 seconds, after which its colour changes to the usual red. ¦ > [i-PORTRAIT] [i-SCENERY] [i-MACRO] [i-NIGHT PORTRAIT] • Only when [ ] is selected [i-NIGHT SCENERY] [i-SUNSET] [i-BABY]¢ • [¦] is set if none of the scenes are applicable, and the standard settings are set.
Basic AF Tracking Function It is possible to set the focus to the specified subject. Focus will keep following the subject automatically even if it moves. 1 Press 3. • [ ] is displayed in the upper left of the screen. • AF Tracking frame is displayed in the centre of the screen. • Press 3 again to cancel. 2 Bring the subject to the AF Tracking frame, and press 4 to lock the subject. • AF Tracking frame will turn yellow. • An optimum scene for the specified subject will be chosen. • Press 3 to cancel.
Basic Settings in Intelligent Auto Mode • Only the following functions can be set in this mode. [REC] Mode menu – [PICTURE SIZE]¢1 (P95)/[BURST] (P106)/[COLOR MODE]¢1 (P108)/[FACE RECOG.] (P84) ¢1 The settings which can be selected are different from when other [REC] Modes are used. [MOTION PICTURE] Mode menu – [REC MODE] (P81)/[REC QUALITY]¢2 (P81) ¢2 The settings which can be selected are different from when other [REC] Modes are used.
Basic [REC] Mode: · Taking Pictures with Your Favourite Settings (Normal Picture Mode) The camera automatically sets the shutter speed and the aperture value according to the brightness of the subject. You can take pictures with greater freedom by changing various settings in the [REC] menu. Slide the [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch to [!]. A [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch B Mode dial Set the Mode dial to [·]. • To change the setting while taking pictures, refer to “Using the [REC] Mode Menu” (P95).
Basic Focusing Aim the AF area at the subject, and then press the shutter button halfway. A B C DE When the subject is When the subject focused is not focused Focus Focus indication On Blinks AF area White>Green White>Red Sound¢2 Beeps 2 times Beeps 4 times F G A Focus indication B AF area (normal) C AF area (when using the Digital Zoom or when it is dark) D Focus range E Aperture value¢1 F Shutter speed¢1 G ISO sensitivity ¢1 If correct exposure cannot be achieved, it will be displayed in red.
Basic Preventing jitter (camera shake) When the jitter alert [ ] appears, use [STABILIZER] (P109), a tripod or the self-timer (P58). • Shutter speed will be slower particularly in the following cases. Keep the camera still from the moment the shutter button is pressed until the picture appears on the screen. We recommend using a tripod. – Slow sync.
Basic [REC] Mode: ñ· ¿¨ Taking Pictures with the Zoom Using the Optical Zoom/Using the Extra Optical Zoom (EZ)/Using the Intelligent Zoom/Using the Digital Zoom You can zoom-in to make people and objects appear closer or zoom-out to record landscapes in wide angle. To make subjects appear even closer (maximum of 16.9k), do not set the picture size to the highest setting for each aspect ratio (X/Y/W). The zoom magnification can be increased by approximately 1.
Basic ∫ Types of zooms Feature Maximum magnification Picture quality Optical Zoom Extra Optical Zoom (EZ) 8k 16.9k¢ No deterioration Conditions No deterioration [PICTURE SIZE] with selected. None (P95) is Screen display A [ Feature Intelligent Zoom 10k (including Optical Zoom 8k) Maximum 21.1k (including Extra Optical Zoom magnification 16.9k) Picture quality No noticeable deterioration Conditions [I.RESOLUTION] (P107) on the [REC] menu is set to [i.ZOOM].
Basic ∫ Extra Optical Zoom mechanism When you set the picture size to [ ] (3 million pixels), the 14M (14.1 million pixels) CCD area is cropped to the centre 3M (3 million pixels) area, allowing a picture with a higher zoom effect. Note • The Digital Zoom cannot be set when õ or ¨ has been selected. • The indicated zoom magnification is an approximation. • “EZ” is an abbreviation of “Extra Optical Zoom”. • The Optical Zoom is set to Wide (1k) when the camera is turned on.
Basic [PLAYBACK] Mode: ¸ Playing Back Pictures ([NORMAL PLAY]) Slide the [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch A to [(]. • Normal playback is set automatically in the following cases. – When the mode is switched from [REC] to [PLAYBACK]. – When the camera is turned on while [REC]/ [PLAYBACK] selector switch was at [(]. • When the Mode dial is set to [¨], Clipboard will be displayed. Refer to “Viewing Clipboard Pictures” (P115) for information about playing back the Clipboard. Press 2/1 to select the picture.
Basic Displaying Multiple Screens (Multi Playback) Rotate the zoom lever towards [L] (W). 1 screen>12 screens>30 screens>Calendar screen display (P128) A Number of the selected picture and the total number of recorded pictures • Rotate the zoom lever towards [Z] (T) to return to the previous screen. • Pictures are not rotated for display. • Pictures displayed using [ ] cannot be played back. ∫ To return to normal playback 1 Press 3/4/2/1 to select a picture.
Basic Using the Playback Zoom Rotate the zoom lever towards [Z] (T). 1k>2k>4k>8k>16k • When you rotate the zoom lever towards [L] (W) after enlarging the picture, the magnification becomes lower. • When you change the magnification, the zoom position indication A appears for about 1 second, and the position of the enlarged section can be moved by pressing 3/4/2/1. • The more a picture is enlarged, the more its quality deteriorates.
Basic [PLAYBACK] Mode: ¸ Deleting Pictures Once deleted, pictures cannot be recovered. • Pictures on the built-in memory or the card, that are being played back will be deleted. To delete a single picture Select the picture to be deleted, and then press [‚]. A [DISPLAY] button B [‚] button Press 2 to select [YES] and then press [MENU/SET].
Basic To delete multiple pictures (up to 50) or all the pictures Press [‚]. Press 3/4 to select [DELETE MULTI] or [DELETE ALL] and then press [MENU/SET]. • [DELETE ALL] > step 5. Press 3/4/2/1 to select the picture, and then press [DISPLAY] to set. (Repeat this step.) •[ ] appears on the selected pictures. If [DISPLAY] is pressed again, the setting is cancelled. Press [MENU/SET]. Press 3 to select [YES] and then press [MENU/SET] to set.
Advanced (Recording pictures) Advanced (Recording pictures) About the LCD Monitor Press [DISPLAY] to change. A LCD monitor B [DISPLAY] button • When the menu screen appears, the [DISPLAY] button is not activated. During Playback Zoom (P46), while playing back motion pictures (P125) and during a slide show (P118), you can only select “Normal display G” or “No display I”.
Advanced (Recording pictures) ∫ Recording guideline When you align the subject on the horizontal and vertical guidelines or the cross point of these lines, you can take pictures with well-designed composition by viewing the size, the slope and the balance of the subject. A [ ]: This is used when dividing the entire screen into 3k3 for taking pictures with a well-balanced composition. B [ ]: This is used when you want to position the subject at the exact centre of the screen.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [REC] Mode: ñ· ¿¨ Taking Pictures Using the Built-in Flash A Photo flash Do not cover the flash with your fingers or other objects. Switching to the appropriate flash setting Set the flash to match the recording. Press 1 [‰]. Press 3/4 to select a mode. • You can also press 1 [‰] to select. • For information about flash settings that can be selected, refer to “Available Flash Settings by Recording Mode”. (P53) Press [MENU/SET].
Advanced (Recording pictures) Item ‡: AUTO ˆ: AUTO/Red-Eye Reduction ¢ ‰: Forced Flash ON Š: Forced ON/Red-Eye Reduction ¢ ‹: Slow sync./Red-Eye Reduction ¢ Œ: Forced Flash OFF Description of settings The flash is automatically activated when the recording conditions make it necessary. The flash is automatically activated when the recording conditions make it necessary.
Advanced (Recording pictures) ∫ Available Flash Settings by Recording Mode The available flash settings depend on the Recording Mode. (±: Available, —: Not available, ¥: Scene Mode initial setting) ‡ ñ · * + 0 , .
Advanced (Recording pictures) ∫ The available flash range to take pictures • The available flash range is an approximation. ISO sensitivity Available flash range Wide Tele AUTO 60 cm (1.97 feet) to 5.3 m (17.4 feet) 1.0 m (3.28 feet) to 2.9 m (9.51 feet) ISO80 60 cm (1.97 feet) to 1.1 m (3.61 feet) ¢ ISO100 60 cm (1.97 feet) to 1.3 m (4.26 feet) ¢ ISO200 60 cm (1.97 feet) to 1.8 m (5.91 feet) 1.0 m (3.28 feet) ISO400 60 cm (1.97 feet) to 2.6 m (8.53 feet) 1.0 m (3.28 feet) to 1.4 m (4.
Advanced (Recording pictures) ∫ Shutter speed for each flash setting Flash setting Shutter speed (Sec.) Flash setting ‡ ˆ ‹ 1/30¢1 to 1/2000 ‰ Š Shutter speed (Sec.) 1¢1 to 1/2000 1 or 1/4 to 1/2000¢2 Œ ¢1 It may vary depending on the [MIN. SHTR SPEED] setting. (P105) ¢2 When [MIN. SHTR SPEED] is set to [AUTO]. (P105) • ¢2: The shutter speed becomes a maximum of 1 second in the following cases. – When the Optical Image Stabilizer is set to [OFF].
Advanced (Recording pictures) [REC] Mode: · Taking Close-up Pictures Press 4 [#]. Press 3/4 to select a mode. Press [MENU/SET]. • You can also press the shutter button halfway to finish. • The menu screen disappears after about 5 seconds. At this time, the selected item is automatically set. Press the shutter button halfway to focus and then press it fully to take the picture. •[ ] is displayed during AF Macro Mode and [ ] is displayed during Macro Zoom Mode. • To cancel, select [OFF] in step 2.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [MACRO ZOOM] You can take a picture with the Digital Zoom up to 3k while maintaining the distance to the subject for the extreme Wide position [3 cm (0.10 feet)]. A Focus range • Focus range will be 3 cm (0.10 feet) to ¶ during Macro Zoom Mode regardless of the zoom position. • Zoom range will be displayed in blue. (Digital Zoom range B) • The image quality is poorer than during normal recording. • Macro Zoom Mode cannot be used when [ ] in [AF MODE] A is set.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [REC] Mode: ñ· ¿¨ Taking Pictures with the Self-timer Press 2 [ë]. Press 3/4 to select a mode. • You can also press 2 [ë] to select. Press [MENU/SET]. • You can also press the shutter button halfway to finish. • The menu screen disappears after about 5 seconds. At this time, the selected item is automatically set. Press the shutter button halfway to focus and then press it fully to take the picture.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [REC] Mode: · ¿¨ Compensating the Exposure Use this function when you cannot achieve appropriate exposure due to the difference in brightness between the subject and the background. Look at the following examples. Underexposed Properly exposed Compensate the exposure towards positive. Overexposed Compensate the exposure towards negative. Press 3 [È] until [EXPOSURE] appears, compensate the exposure with 2/1. • Select [0 EV] to return to the original exposure.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [REC] Mode: · ¿ Taking Pictures Using Auto Bracket In this mode, 3 pictures are automatically recorded in the selected exposure compensation range each time the shutter button is pressed. You can select the picture with the desired exposure from the 3 pictures with different exposures. With Auto Bracket d1 EV 1st picture 2nd picture 3rd picture d0 EV j1 EV i1 EV Press 3 [È] several times until [AUTO BRACKET] appears, set the compensation range of the exposure with 2/1.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [REC] Mode: ¿ Taking Pictures that Match the Scene Being Recorded (Scene Mode) When you select a Scene Mode to match the subject and recording situation, the camera sets the optimal exposure and hue to obtain the desired picture. Registering scenes in Scene Mode (My Scene Mode) You can register the Scene Mode you use most frequently as one of the [REC] Mode. Slide the [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch to [!]. Set the Mode dial to [ ] or [ ].
Advanced (Recording pictures) Selecting the Scene Mode for each recording (Scene Mode) You can select the Scene Mode each time you make a recording. 1 2 Set the Mode dial to [¿]. Press 3/4/2/1 to select the Scene Mode, and then press [MENU/SET] to set. • You can switch menu screens from any menu item by rotating the zoom lever. • The recording screen for the selected Scene Mode will be displayed. Note • To change the Scene Mode, press [MENU/SET] and then press 1, and return to step 3 on P61.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [PORTRAIT] When taking pictures of people outdoors during the day, this mode allows you to improve the appearance of the persons concerned and make their skin tones look healthier. ∫ Technique for Portrait Mode To make this mode more effective: 1 Rotate the zoom lever as far as possible to Tele. 2 Move close to the subject to make this mode more effective. Note • The initial setting for [AF MODE] is [š].
Advanced (Recording pictures) [SELF PORTRAIT] Select this to take pictures of yourself. ∫ Technique for Self Portrait Mode • Press the shutter button halfway to focus. The self-timer indicator lights up when you are brought into focus. Making sure you hold the camera still, press the shutter button fully to take the picture. • The subject is not focused when the self-timer indicator is blinking. Make sure to press the shutter button halfway again to focus.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [PANORAMA ASSIST] You can take pictures with connections suitable for creating panorama images. ∫ Setting the recording direction 1 Press 3/4 to select the recording direction and then press [MENU/SET]. • The horizontal/vertical guideline will be displayed. 2 Take the picture. • You can retake the picture by selecting [RETAKE]. 3 Press 3 to select [NEXT] and then press [MENU/SET]. • You can also press the shutter button halfway to set the menu.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [SPORTS] Set here when you want to take pictures of sports scenes or other fast-moving events. Note • It will be a normal motion picture recording during the motion picture recording. • When the camera is set to [STABILIZER] and there is very little jitter, or if [STABILIZER] is set to [OFF], shutter speed may slow down up to 1 second. • This mode is suitable for taking pictures of subjects at distances of 5 m (16.4 feet) or more.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [FOOD] This mode allows you to take pictures of food with a natural hue without being affected by the ambient light in restaurants etc. Note • The focus range is 3 cm (0.10 feet) (Wide)/1 m (3.28 feet) (Tele) to ¶. [PARTY] Select this mode when you want to take pictures at a wedding reception or an indoor party etc. This allows you to take pictures of people and the background with near real-life brightness. ∫ Technique for Party Mode • Use the flash.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [BABY1]/[BABY2] This takes pictures of a baby with a healthy complexion. When you use the flash, the light from it is weaker than usual. It is possible to set different birthdays and names for [BABY1] and [BABY2]. You can select to have these appear at the time of playback, or have them stamped on the recorded image using [TEXT STAMP] (P131). ∫ Birthday/Name setting 1 Press 3/4 to select [AGE] or [NAME] and then press 1. 2 Press 3/4 to select [SET] and then press [MENU/SET].
Advanced (Recording pictures) [PET] Select this 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. You can select to have these appear at the time of playback, or have them stamped on the recorded image using [TEXT STAMP] (P131). For information about [AGE] or [NAME], refer to [BABY1]/[BABY2] on P68. Note • It will be a normal motion picture recording during the motion picture recording. • The initial setting for the AF Assist Lamp is [OFF].
Advanced (Recording pictures) [HI-SPEED BURST] This is a convenient mode for shooting rapid movement or a decisive moment. ∫ Picture size and aspect ratio 1 2 3 Press 3/4 to select [SPEED PRIORITY] or [IMAGE PRIORITY] and then press [MENU/SET] to set. Press 3/4 to select the picture size and aspect ratio and then press [MENU/ SET] to set. • 3M (4:3), 2.5M (3:2) or 2M (16:9) is selected as the picture size. Take pictures. • Still pictures are taken continuously while the shutter button is pressed fully.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [FLASH BURST] Still pictures are taken continuously with flash. It is convenient to take continuous still pictures in dark places. ∫ Picture size and aspect ratio 1 Press 3/4 to select the picture size and aspect ratio and then press [MENU/ SET] to set. • 3M (4:3), 2.5M (3:2) or 2M (16:9) is selected as the picture size. 2 Take pictures. • Still pictures are taken continuously while the shutter button is pressed fully. Number of recordable pictures max.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [STARRY SKY] This allows you to take vivid pictures of a starry sky or a dark subject. ∫ Setting the shutter speed Select a shutter speed of [15 SEC.], [30 SEC.] or [60 SEC.]. 1 Press 3/4 to select the number of seconds and then press [MENU/SET]. • It is also possible to change the number of seconds using the Quick Menu. (P24) 2 Take pictures. • Press the shutter button fully to display the countdown screen. Do not move the camera after this screen is displayed.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [BEACH] This allows you to take even more vivid pictures of the blue colour of the sea, sky etc. It also prevents underexposure of people under strong sunlight. Note • The initial setting for [AF MODE] is [š]. • Do not touch the camera with wet hands. • Sand or seawater will cause the camera to malfunction. Make sure that sand or seawater does not get into the lens or the terminals.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [PIN HOLE] Picture is taken darker and with soft focus around the subjects. Note • [I.RESOLUTION] is fixed to [OFF]. • The focus range is 3 cm (0.10 feet) (Wide)/1 m (3.28 feet) (Tele) to ¶. • Face Detection (P102) may not operate normally in the dark areas around the edges of the screen. [FILM GRAIN] Picture is taken with a grainy texture as though blasted with sand. Note • ISO sensitivity is fixed to [ISO1600]. • The focus range is 3 cm (0.10 feet) (Wide)/1 m (3.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [HIGH DYNAMIC] You can use this mode to easily record pictures in which bright and dark regions of the scene are expressed with suitable brightness when looking into the sun, at night, or in similar circumstances. ∫ Setting the effect 1 Press 3/4 to select the effect to use, and then press [MENU/SET]. • It can be set from the Quick Menu (P24).
Advanced (Recording pictures) [UNDERWATER] Use the marine case (DMW-MCZX3; optional). This allows you to take pictures with a natural colour. Fixing the focus underwater (AF Lock) You can fix the focus before taking a picture with AF Lock. This is useful if you want to take pictures of a fast moving subject etc. 1 Aim the AF area at the subject. A 2 Press 2 to fix the focus. • The AF Lock icon A appears when the subject is focused. • Press 2 again to cancel AF Lock.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [REC] Mode: ñ· ¿ Advanced (Recording pictures) Recording Motion Picture This can record high definition motion pictures compatible with the AVCHD format or motion pictures recorded in Motion JPEG. Audio will be recorded in monaural. Slide the [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch to [!]. Switching the mode by rotating the Mode dial.
Advanced (Recording pictures) A Start recording by pressing the motion picture button. A Available recording time B Elapsed recording time • Release the motion picture button right after you press it. • The audio is also recorded simultaneously from the built-in microphone on this unit. (Motion pictures cannot be recorded without audio.) • The recording state indicator (red) C will flash while recording motion pictures.
Advanced (Recording pictures) Note • The screen will change as following when the motion picture button is pressed in steps 3 and 4. A Still picture recording screen¢1 B Motion picture mode setting¢2 C Motion picture recording screen D Still picture mode setting R1m21s 3s ¢1 Press [DISPLAY] to display the available recording time before recording motion pictures. ¢2 The screen that is displayed during Motion Picture Mode setting is different depending on the setting of the [REC MODE].
Advanced (Recording pictures) When set to Intelligent Auto Mode • When Intelligent Auto Mode is selected in step 2, motion picture recording matching to the subject or recording situation can be performed. ∫ Scene Detection When the camera identifies the optimum scene, the icon of the scene concerned is displayed in blue for 2 seconds, after which its colour changes to the usual red.
Advanced (Recording pictures) Changing [REC MODE] and [REC QUALITY] Select [REC MODE] from the [MOTION PICTURE] Mode menu, and press 1. (P22) Press 3/4 to select the item and then press [MENU/SET]. Recording format Features • Select this format to record HD (high definition) video for playback on your HDTV using an HDMI connection. [AVCHD Lite] • It can be played back as is by inserting the card into a device compatible with AVCHD.
Advanced (Recording pictures) Press 3/4 to select the item and then press [MENU/SET]. When [AVCHD Lite] is selected in step 2 Item High quality Longer time ([SH]) 1280k720 pixels Approx. 17 Mbps¢2 ([H]) 1280k720 pixels Approx. 13 Mbps¢2 ([L]) fps Aspect ratio 50p (Sensor output is 25 fps) 16:9 Quality (bit rate)¢1 1280k720 pixels Approx. 9 Mbps¢2 ¢1 What is bit rate This is the volume of data for a definite period of time, and the quality becomes higher when the number gets bigger.
Advanced (Recording pictures) Note • The motion picture recording may stop in the middle when any of the following cards are used. – Cards on which recording and deleting have been repeated many times – Cards which have been formatted using a PC or other equipment Before taking pictures, format (P30) the card in the unit. Because formatting will delete all data recorded on the card, save important data beforehand on the computer.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [REC] Mode: ñ· ¿ Taking a Picture with Face Recognition Function Face Recognition is a function which finds a face resembling a registered face and prioritizes focus and exposure automatically. Even if the person is located towards the back or on the end of a line in a group photo, the camera can still take a clear picture. [FACE RECOG.] is initially set to [OFF] on the camera. [FACE RECOG.] will turn [ON] automatically when the face image is registered.
Advanced (Recording pictures) Face Settings You can register information such as names and birthdays for face images of up to 6 people. Registration can be facilitated by taking multiple face images of each person. (up to 3 pictures/registration) ∫ Point of recording when registering the face images • Face front with eyes open and mouth closed, making sure the outline of the face, the eyes, or the eyebrows are not covered with the hair when registering.
Advanced (Recording pictures) Registering face image of new person Select [FACE RECOG.] on the [REC] Mode menu and then press 1. (P22) Press 3/4 to select [MEMORY] and then press [MENU/SET]. Press 3/4/2/1 to select the Face Recognition frame that is not registered, and then press [MENU/ SET]. Take the picture adjusting the face with the guide. • The faces of subjects other than people (pets, etc.) cannot be registered.
Advanced (Recording pictures) Select item to edit with 3/4, and then press 1. • You can register up to 3 face images. Item [NAME] Description of settings It is possible to register names. 1 Press 4 to select [SET] and then press [MENU/SET]. 2 Enter the name. • For details on how to enter characters, refer to “Entering Text” section on P117. [AGE] It is possible to register the birthday. 1 Press 4 to select [SET] and then press [MENU/SET].
Advanced (Recording pictures) Change or delete the information for a registered person You can modify the pictures or information of an already registered person. You can also delete the information of the registered person. 1 2 3 4 Select [FACE RECOG.] from the [REC] Mode menu, and then press 1. (P22) Press 4 to select [MEMORY] and press [MENU/SET]. Press 3/4/2/1 to select the face image to edit or delete and then press [MENU/SET]. Press 3/4 to select the item and then press [MENU/SET].
Advanced (Recording pictures) Setting Auto Registration/Sensitivity Setting of Auto Registration and Sensitivity for Face Recognition can be done. 1 2 3 Select [FACE RECOG.] from the [REC] Mode menu, and then press 1. (P22) Press 4 to select [SET] and then press [MENU/SET]. Press 3/4 to select the item and then press 1. Item [AUTO REGISTRATION] Description of settings [OFF]/[ON] • When the [AUTO REGISTRATION] is set to [ON], [FACE RECOG.] will be set to [ON] automatically.
Advanced (Recording pictures) Auto Registration When [AUTO REGISTRATION] is set to [ON], the registration screen will display automatically after taking a picture of a face that has a high number of appearances. • Registration screen is displayed after approximately 3 pictures. (It is not counted when [BURST] and Auto Bracket is set.) • It may be extremely hard to recognise only with [AUTO REGISTRATION], so register the face images with [FACE RECOG.] in the [REC] Mode menu beforehand.
Advanced (Recording pictures) Useful Functions at Travel Destinations (Travel Mode) • Select [CLOCK SET] to set the current date and time in advance. (P18) Select an item from the [TRAVEL MODE] menu, and press 1 (P22). • On completion, the set content is displayed. A The name of the selected menu item is displayed. A [TRAVEL DATE] Set the departure date and return date of your vacation. The number of days which have passed since the departure date (i.e.
Advanced (Recording pictures) Note • The number of days that have passed since the departure date can be printed out using the “PHOTOfunSTUDIO 5.0 HD Edition” bundled software on the CD-ROM (supplied). • The number of days that have passed since the departure date is displayed for about 5 seconds if this unit is turned on etc. after setting the travel date or when the travel date is set. • When the travel date is set, [—] appears on the lower right of the screen.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [WORLD TIME] Set times in the region where you live and the region of your overseas destination. You can then display local time and record local time when taking pictures on your vacation. [DESTINATION]/[HOME] ∫ Setting areas for [DESTINATION]/[HOME] When first using the camera after purchasing it, the [PLEASE SET THE HOME AREA] message appears. Press [MENU/SET], and set the home area on the screen in step 2. 1 Press 4 to select [HOME] and then press [MENU/SET].
Advanced (Recording pictures) Note • To reset the time to [HOME] time when you get back from your vacation etc., follow the instructions of Step 1 and 2. • If [HOME] is already set, change only the travel destination, and use. • If you cannot find the travel destination in the areas displayed on the screen, set by the time difference from the home area. • The travel destination icon [“] appears when playing back pictures taken at the travel destination.
Advanced (Recording pictures) Using the [REC] Mode Menu [PICTURE SIZE] For details on [REC] Mode menu settings, refer to P22. Set the number of pixels. The higher the numbers of pixels, the finer the detail of the pictures will appear even when they are printed onto large sheets. Applicable modes: ñ· ¿ ∫ When the aspect ratio is [X]. ¢ This item cannot be set in the Intelligent Auto Mode.
Advanced (Recording pictures) Note • “EZ” is an abbreviation of “Extra Optical Zoom”. • A digital picture is made of numerous dots called pixels. The higher the numbers of pixels, the finer the picture will be when it is printed on a large piece of paper or displayed on a PC monitor. A Many pixels (Fine) B Few pixels (Rough) ¢ These pictures are examples to show the effect. • If you change the aspect ratio, set the picture size again.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [ASPECT RATIO] For details on [REC] Mode menu settings, refer to P22. This allows you to select the aspect ratio of the pictures to suit printing or the playback method. Applicable modes: · [X]: ¿ [ASPECT RATIO] of a 4:3 TV [Y]: [ASPECT RATIO] of a 35 mm film camera [W]: [ASPECT RATIO] of a high-definition TV, etc. [X] [Y] [W] Note • The ends of the recorded pictures may be cut at printing so check before printing.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [SENSITIVITY] For details on [REC] Mode menu settings, refer to P22. This allows the sensitivity to light (ISO sensitivity) to be set. Setting to a higher number enables pictures to be taken even in dark places without the resulting pictures coming out dark.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [WHITE BALANCE] For details on [REC] Mode menu settings, refer to P22. In sunlight, under incandescent lights or in other such conditions where the colour of white takes on a reddish or bluish tinge, this item adjusts to the colour of white which is closest to what is seen by the eye in accordance with the light source.
Advanced (Recording pictures) ∫ Finely adjusting the White Balance [ ] You can finely adjust the White Balance when you cannot acquire the desired hue by setting the White Balance. • Set the White Balance to [V]/[Ð]/[î]/[Ñ]/[Ò]. 1 2 Press 3 [È] several times until [WB ADJUST.] appears and then press 2/1 to adjust the White Balance. 2 [RED]: Press when the hue is bluish. 1 [BLUE]: Press when the hue is reddish. • Select [0] to return to the original White Balance. Press [MENU/SET] to finish.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [FACE RECOG.] For details on [REC] Mode menu settings, refer to P22. Specify a person’s face and use the Face Recognition functions. Applicable modes: ñ· [OFF]/[ON]/[MEMORY]/[SET] ¿ Note • Refer to P84 for details. [AF MODE] For details on [REC] Mode menu settings, refer to P22. This allows the focusing method that suits the positions and number of the subjects to be selected. Applicable modes: · [š]: Face Detection ¿ The camera automatically detects the person’s face.
Advanced (Recording pictures) Note • The camera is focusing on all the AF areas when multiple AF areas (max. 11 areas) light at the same time in [ ]. If you want to determine the focus position to take pictures, switch the AF Mode to [ƒ], [Ø] or [Ù]. • If the AF Mode is set to [ ], the AF area is not displayed until the picture is brought into focus. • Switch the AF Mode to [ƒ] or [Ø] if it is difficult to focus using [Ù]. • The camera may detect the subjects other than a person as the face.
Advanced (Recording pictures) ∫ About [ƒ] [1-area-focusing (High speed)] • You can focus on the subject more quickly than in other AF Modes. • The picture may stop moving for a moment before being brought into focus when you press the shutter button halfway. This is not a malfunction. ∫ Setting up [ 1 ] (AF Tracking) Bring the subject to the AF tracking frame, and press 4 to lock the subject.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [PRE AF] For details on [REC] Mode menu settings, refer to P22. The camera will adjust focus automatically depending on the settings. Applicable modes: · ¿ [OFF] [ [ ]: Quick AF ]: Continuous AF¢ [ ] is displayed on the screen. [ ] is displayed on the screen. ¢ In recording motion pictures, only [ ] (Continuous AF) can be selected. About [ ] and [ ] [ ] will adjust the focus automatically when the jitter of the camera is reduced.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [MIN. SHTR SPEED] For details on [REC] Mode menu settings, refer to P22. You can take bright pictures in dark places by setting [MIN. SHTR SPEED] slower. Also, you can set it faster to reduce the blur of the subject. Applicable modes: · [AUTO], [1/125], [1/60], [1/30], [1/15], [1/8], [1/4], [1/2], [1] Minimum shutter speed setting 1/125 1 Brightness Darker Brighter Jitter Less More Note • This should usually be set to [AUTO] to take pictures.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [BURST] For details on [REC] Mode menu settings, refer to P22. Pictures are taken continuously while the shutter button is pressed. Select the ones you really like from the pictures you have taken. Applicable modes: ñ· [OFF]/[˜] ¿ approx. 1.8¢ Burst speed (pictures/second) Number of recordable pictures A max. 3 › max. 5 ¢ The Burst speed is constant regardless of the transfer speed of the card.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [I.RESOLUTION] For details on [REC] Mode menu settings, refer to P22. Pictures with sharp profile and resolution can be taken by utilising the Intelligent Resolution Technology. Applicable modes: · [OFF]/[ON] [i.ZOOM]: [I.RESOLUTION] is activated, and the zoom magnification is increased by approximately 1.3k without noticeable deterioration in the picture. Note • Refer to P41 for information about the Intelligent Zoom. • [I.RESOLUTION] is fixed to [i.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [COLOR MODE] For details on [REC] Mode menu settings, refer to P22. Using these modes, the pictures can be made sharper or softer, the colours of the pictures can be turned into sepia colours or other colour effects can be achieved. Applicable modes: ñ· [STANDARD]: This is the standard setting. [Happy]¢1: Image with enhanced brightness and vividness. [NATURAL]¢2: The picture becomes softer. [VIVID]¢2: The picture becomes sharper.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [STABILIZER] For details on [REC] Mode menu settings, refer to P22. Using one of these modes, jitter during picture taking is detected, and the camera automatically compensates for the jitter, enabling jitter-free images to be taken. Applicable modes: · ¿ [OFF] [AUTO]: The optimum jitter compensation is selected depending on the condition. [MODE1]: Jitter is always compensated during [REC] Mode. [MODE2]: Jitter is compensated for when the shutter button is pressed.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [AUDIO REC.] For details on [REC] Mode menu settings, refer to P22. Audio can be recorded simultaneously with the image. You can record the conversation during the shooting or the situation as a memo. Applicable modes: · ¿ [OFF]: Audio will not be recorded. [ON]: [B] is displayed on the screen. Audio will be recorded as soon as the image is recorded. (It will stop in 5 seconds) • If you press [MENU/SET] during audio recording, the audio recording is cancelled.
Advanced (Recording pictures) [AF ASSIST LAMP] For details on [REC] Mode menu settings, refer to P22. Illuminating the subject makes it easier for the camera to focus when recording in low light conditions that make focusing difficult. Applicable modes: · ¿ [OFF]: The AF Assist Lamp does not turn on. [ON]: When taking pictures in dark places, the AF Assist Lamp lights while the shutter button is pressed halfway. (Larger AF areas are now displayed.
Advanced (Recording pictures) Using the [MOTION PICTURE] Mode Menu [REC MODE] For details on [MOTION PICTURE] Mode menu settings, refer to P22. This sets up the data format of motion pictures. Applicable modes: [ ñ· [AVCHD Lite]]/[ ¿ [MOTION JPEG]] Note • Refer to P81 for details. [REC QUALITY] For details on [MOTION PICTURE] Mode menu settings, refer to P22. This sets up the picture quality of motion pictures. Applicable modes: ñ· ∫ When [REC MODE] is [ [SH]/[H]/[L] ¿ [AVCHD Lite]].
Advanced (Recording pictures) Mode dial: ¨ Taking and Viewing Clipboard Pictures (Clipboard Mode) This setting is useful when taking pictures of timetables, route maps or other information instead of taking notes. Regardless of whether a card is present or not, the data is stored in the dedicated clipboard folder of the built-in memory so it can be differentiated from the regular taken pictures and made available for immediate viewing.
Advanced (Recording pictures) Clipboard Recording Menu The menu screen appears when [MENU/SET] is pressed during clipboard picture recording. Press 3/4 to select the menu item and then press 1. Item Description of setting Used to change the picture size. [PICTURE SIZE] 2M : initial setting (Prefer quality) 1M : prefer quantity [AUDIO REC.] Used to record sound (5 seconds) together with the pictures. ¢ This setting is not reflected in [AUDIO REC.] (P110) in the [REC] Mode menu.
Advanced (Recording pictures) Viewing Clipboard Pictures Slide the [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch to [(]. Set the mode dial to [¨]. Press 2/1 to select the picture. 2: Play back the previous picture. 1: Play back the next picture. • When the zoom lever is turned to [L] (W), a screen showing 12 pictures appears. To return to the full-screen display, turn the zoom lever to [Z] (T). ∫ Deleting clipboard pictures The steps taken are the same as for normal deletion. Refer to P47.
Advanced (Recording pictures) Clipboard Playback Menu When [MENU/SET] is pressed during Clipboard Playback, the menu screen appears. (The steps taken are the same as for the “Clipboard Recording Menu” (P114).) Item Description of setting [CANCEL MARK] Used to release the zoom position. 1 Press 2/1 to select clipboard pictures with Zoom Mark [ 2 Press [MENU/SET] to cancel. ]. Used to copy clipboard pictures onto a card one at a time. ¢Zoom Marks are not copied.
Advanced (Recording pictures) Entering Text It is possible to enter babies' and pets' names and the names of travel destinations when recording. (Only alphabetical characters and symbols can be entered.) Display the entry screen and press 4 to move to the character selection section. • You can display the entry screen via the following operations. – [NAME] of [BABY1]/[BABY2] or [PET] (P68) in Scene Mode. – [NAME] in [FACE RECOG.
Advanced (Playback) [PLAYBACK] Mode: ¸ Advanced (Playback) Playing Back Pictures in Sequence (Slide Show) You can play back the pictures you have taken in synchronisation with music, and you can do this in sequence while leaving a fixed interval between each of the pictures. You can also put together a Slide Show composed of only still pictures, only motion pictures, only pictures of a particular category, only pictures taken in Travel Mode, or only favourites.
Advanced (Playback) Press 3/4 to select the item and then press [MENU/SET]. Item [ALL] [TRAVEL DATE] Description of settings All the images with travel date set are played back in order. All the images will be played back in order from the selected date. Press 3/4/2/1 to select the date to be played back, and then press [MENU/SET]. • If there were no pictures recorded during a month, that month is not displayed. [LOCATION] Images from selected travel location are played back in order.
Advanced (Playback) ∫ Operations performed during slide show The cursor displayed during playback is the same as 3/4/2/1. • The menu screen is restored when [‚] is pressed. A B C D ¢ Play/Pause Stop Back to previous picture¢ Ahead to next picture¢ These operations can be performed only in the Pause Mode or during motion picture playback.
Advanced (Playback) [PLAYBACK] Mode: ¸ Selecting Pictures and Playing them Back [MODE PLAY] Playback in [PICTURE], [AVCHD Lite], or [MOTION JPEG] can be selected. Perform steps 1 and 2 on page 118. Press 3/4 to select [MODE PLAY] and then press [MENU/SET]. . Press 3/4 to select the item and then press [MENU/SET].
Advanced (Playback) [TRAVEL PLAY] You can play back the pictures taken in the Travel Mode (P91). Perform steps 1 and 2 on page 118. Press 3/4 to select [TRAVEL PLAY], and then press [MENU/SET]. Press 3/4 to select the item and then press [MENU/SET]. Item [ALL] [TRAVEL DATE] Description of settings All the images taken with travel date set are played back. • Pictures without travel dates are not displayed. All the images will be played back starting from the date they were recorded.
Advanced (Playback) [CATEGORY PLAY] This mode allows you to search images by Scene Mode or other categories (such as [PORTRAIT], [SCENERY] or [NIGHT SCENERY]) and sort the pictures into each of the categories. You can then play back the pictures in each category. Perform steps 1 and 2 on page 118. Press 3/4 to select [CATEGORY PLAY], and then press [MENU/SET]. . Press 3/4/2/1 to select the category and then press [MENU/SET] to set. • If a picture is found in a category, the category icon turns blue.
Advanced (Playback) [FAVORITE PLAY] You can play back the pictures you have set as [FAVORITE] (P138) (Only when [FAVORITE] is set to [ON] and there are pictures which have been set to [FAVORITE]). Perform steps 1 and 2 on page 118. Press 3/4 to select [FAVORITE PLAY], and then press [MENU/SET]. Note • You can use only [ROTATE DISP.], [PRINT SET] or [PROTECT] in the [PLAYBACK] menu.
Advanced (Playback) [PLAYBACK] Mode: ¸ Playing Back Motion Pictures/Pictures with Audio • This unit was designed to play motion pictures and still pictures with audio using the QuickTime Motion JPEG and AVCHD Lite formats that were taken with this model (only). • Only [AVCHD Lite] motion pictures recorded with this unit and Panasonic digital cameras (LUMIX) can be played back with this unit as AVCHD Lite format.
Advanced (Playback) Pictures with audio Press 2/1 to select a picture with the Audio icon [ and then press 3 to play back. ] A A Audio icon • Refer to [AUDIO REC.] (P110) for information about how to create still pictures with audio. Note • Sound can be heard through the speaker. Refer to [VOLUME] (P25) for information about how to adjust the volume in the [SETUP] menu. • Pictures with audio recorded with other equipment may not play back on this unit.
Advanced (Playback) [PLAYBACK] mode: ¸ Creating Still Pictures From a Motion Picture You can create a single still picture from a recorded motion picture. Press 3 to pause Motion Picture playback. Press [MENU/SET]. Press 3 to select [YES] and then press [MENU/SET]. Picture size [MOTION JPEG] ([HD])/ ([VGA])/ ([WVGA]) Picture size 2M [AVCHD Lite] ([SH])/ ([QVGA]) 0.3 M ([H])/ Picture size ([L]) 2 M • [QUALITY] is fixed to [›].
Advanced (Playback) [PLAYBACK] Mode: ¸ Using the [PLAYBACK] Mode Menu You can use various functions in Playback Mode to rotate pictures, set protection for them etc. • With [TEXT STAMP], [RESIZE], [CROPPING] or [LEVELING], a new edited picture is created. A new picture cannot be created if there is no free space on the built-in memory or the card so we recommend checking that there is free space and then editing the picture. [CALENDAR] You can display pictures by recording date.
Advanced (Playback) [TITLE EDIT] You can add text (comments) to pictures. After text has been registered, it can be included in prints using [TEXT STAMP] (P131). (Only alphabetic characters and symbols can be entered.) Select [TITLE EDIT] on the [PLAYBACK] Mode menu. (P22) Press 3/4 to select [SINGLE] or [MULTI] and then press [MENU/SET]. [SINGLE] Select the picture, and then press [MENU/SET] to set. [MULTI] • [’] is displayed for pictures with titles already registered.
Advanced (Playback) [VIDEO DIVIDE] Recorded motion picture can be divided in two. It is recommended for when you want to divide a part you need with a part you do not need. Motion picture before the dividing will be deleted. Select [VIDEO DIVIDE] on the [PLAYBACK] Mode menu. (P22) Press 2/1 to select the motion picture to divide, and then press [MENU/SET]. • Motion picture is played back. Press 3 at the location to divide. • Motion picture is paused.
Advanced (Playback) [TEXT STAMP] You can stamp the recording date/time, name, location, travel date or title onto the recorded pictures. It is suitable for regular size printing. (Pictures with a Picture Size larger than [ ] will be resized when stamping the date etc. on them.) Select [TEXT STAMP] on the [PLAYBACK] Mode menu. (P22) Press 3/4 to select [SINGLE] or [MULTI] and then press [MENU/SET]. Select the picture, and then press [MENU/SET] to set.
Advanced (Playback) Press 3/4 to select text stamp items, and then press 1. Press 3/4 to select the settings, and then press [MENU/SET]. Item Setting item [OFF] [SHOOTING DATE] [W/OTIME]: Stamp the year, month and date. [WITHTIME]: Stamp the year, month, day, hour and minutes. [OFF] [NAME] [ Stamps names registered in name settings for [FACE RECOG.]. ]: [ ]: Stamps names registered in name settings for [BABY1]/[BABY2] or [PET] in Scene Mode.
Advanced (Playback) Press [MENU/SET]. • If you set [TEXT STAMP] for a picture with a picture size larger than [ ], the picture size will become smaller as shown below. Aspect ratio setting Picture size / X / / > Y / / / > W / / / > ] or [ ], press 3 to select [YES] for stamping [AGE], and then press [MENU/SET] and proceed to step 7. • When selecting [ Press 3 to select [YES] and then press [MENU/ SET].
Advanced (Playback) [RESIZE] Reducing the picture size (number of pixels) To allow easy posting to web pages, attachment to e-mail etc., picture size (number of pixels) is reduced. Select [RESIZE] on the [PLAYBACK] Mode menu. (P22) Press 3/4 to select [SINGLE] or [MULTI] and then press [MENU/SET]. Select the picture and size. [SINGLE] setting 1 Press 2/1 to select the picture, and then press [MENU/SET]. 2 Press 2/1 to select the size¢ , and then press [MENU/SET].
Advanced (Playback) [CROPPING] You can enlarge and then crop the important part of the recorded picture. Select [CROPPING] on the [PLAYBACK] Mode menu. (P22) Press 2/1 to select the picture, and then press [MENU/SET]. Use the zoom lever and press 3/4/2/1 to select the parts to be cropped. Reduction Zoom lever (T): Enlargement Zoom lever (W): Reduction 3/4/2/1: Move Enlargement () Move the position () Press [MENU/SET]. Press 3 to select [YES] and then press [MENU/ SET].
Advanced (Playback) [LEVELING] Minute levelling of the image can be adjusted. Select [LEVELING] on the [PLAYBACK] Mode menu. (P22) Press 2/1 to select the picture, and then press [MENU/SET]. Press 2/1 to adjust the levelling, and press [MENU/SET]. 1: clockwise 2: counter-clockwise • Up to 2 o can be adjusted. Press 3 to select [YES] and then press [MENU/ SET]. Press [‚] to return to the menu screen. • Press [MENU/SET] to close the menu.
Advanced (Playback) [ROTATE DISP.] This mode allows you to automatically display pictures vertically if they were recorded holding the camera vertically. Select [ROTATE DISP.] on the [PLAYBACK] Mode menu. (P22) Press 4 to select [ON] and then press [MENU/SET]. • The pictures are displayed without being rotated when you select [OFF]. • Refer to P44 for information about how to play back pictures. Press [MENU/SET] to close the menu.
Advanced (Playback) [FAVORITE] You can do the following if a mark has been added to pictures and they have been set as favourites. • Play back only the pictures set as favourites. ([FAVORITE PLAY]) • Play back the pictures set as favourites only as a slide show. • Delete all the pictures not set as favourites. ([ALL DELETE EXCEPTÜ]) Select [FAVORITE] on the [PLAYBACK] Mode menu. (P22) Press 4 to select [ON] and then press [MENU/SET]. • You cannot set pictures as favourites if [FAVORITE] is set to [OFF].
Advanced (Playback) [PRINT SET] DPOF “Digital Print Order Format” is a system that allows the user to select which pictures to print, how many copies of each picture to print and whether or not to print the recording date on the pictures when using a DPOF compatible photo printer or photo printing store. For details, ask at your photo printing store. When you want to use a photo printing store to print pictures recorded on the built-in memory, copy them to a card (P143) and then set the print setting.
Advanced (Playback) ∫ Cancelling all the [PRINT SET] settings 1 Select [CANCEL] on the screen shown in step 2 and then press [MENU/SET]. 2 Press 3 to select [YES] and then press [MENU/SET]. 3 Press [MENU/SET] to close the menu. • You cannot select [CANCEL] if not even one picture has been set for printing. ∫ To print the date After setting the number of prints, set/cancel printing with the recording date by pressing [DISPLAY].
Advanced (Playback) [PROTECT] You can set protection for pictures you do not want to be deleted by mistake. Select [PROTECT] on the [PLAYBACK] Mode menu. (P22) Press 3/4 to select [SINGLE] or [MULTI] and then press [MENU/SET]. [SINGLE] Select the picture, and then press [MENU/SET]. [MULTI] When [MULTI] has been selected • Repeat these steps for each picture. • The settings are cancelled when [MENU/ SET] is pressed again. Press 2/1 to select the picture. Press 3/4/2/1 to select the pictures.
Advanced (Playback) [FACE REC EDIT] You can delete or change the information relating to Face Recognition for the selected picture. Select [FACE REC EDIT] on the [PLAYBACK] Mode menu. (P22) Press 3/4 to select [REPLACE] or [DELETE] and then press [MENU/SET]. Press 2/1 to select the picture and then press [MENU/SET]. • You cannot select pictures for which Face Recognition information has not been registered. Press 2/1 to select the person and then press [MENU/SET]. • [DELETE] > step 6.
Advanced (Playback) [COPY] You can copy data of pictures you have shot from the built-in memory onto a card, from a card into the built-in memory or from a card into the dedicated clipboard folder. • When copying clipboard pictures onto a card, select [COPY] on the clipboard playback menu. (P116) Select [COPY] on the [PLAYBACK] Mode menu. (P22) Press 3/4 to select the copy destination and then press [MENU/SET]. : All the picture data in the built-in memory are copied onto the card at one time. > step 4.
Connecting to other equipment [PLAYBACK] Mode: ¸ Connecting to other equipment Playing Back Pictures on a TV Screen Playing back pictures using the AV cable (supplied) Preparations: Set the [TV ASPECT]. (P28) Turn this unit and the TV off. 1 Yellow: to the video input socket 2 White: to the audio input socket A Align the marks, and insert. B AV cable (supplied) • Check the directions of the connectors, and plug them straight in or unplug them straight out.
Connecting to other equipment Playing back pictures on a TV with an SD Memory Card slot The recorded still pictures can be played back on a TV with an SD Memory Card slot. Note • Depending on the TV model, pictures may not be displayed on the full screen. • Motion pictures recorded with [AVCHD Lite] can be played back on Panasonic TVs (VIERA) with the AVCHD logo mark. In all other cases, connect the camera to the TV using the AV cable (supplied) and playback the motion picture.
Connecting to other equipment Preparations: Check the [HDMI MODE]. (P29) Turn this unit and the TV off. HDMI IN 1 HDMI socket 2 TV with HDMI socket 3 HDMI mini (C type) A Align the marks, and insert. B HDMI mini cable (optional) • Check the direction of the terminals and plug in/out straight holding onto the plug. (It may result in malfunction by the deforming of the terminal if it is plugged in obliquely or in wrong direction.
Connecting to other equipment Note • Depending on the [ASPECT RATIO], bands may be displayed on the top and bottom or the left and right of the pictures. • Do not use any other cables except a genuine Panasonic HDMI mini cable (RP-CDHM15, RP-CDHM30; optional). Part numbers: RP-CDHM15 (1.5 m) (5 feet), RP-CDHM30 (3.0 m) (10 feet) • During HDMI output, no picture is displayed on the LCD monitor. • Output from the HDMI mini cable has priority when both AV cable and HDMI mini cable are connected.
Connecting to other equipment Playback using VIERA Link (HDMI) (HDAVI Control™) What is the VIERA Link? • This function allows you to use your remote control for the Panasonic TV for easy operations when this unit has been connected to a VIERA Link compatible device using a HDMI mini cable (optional) for automatic linked operations. (Not all operations are possible.
Connecting to other equipment ∫ Usable functions Operate with the remote control for the TV. Multi Playback This is displayed initially when using the VIERA Link. 3/4/2/1: Select the image. [OK]: Go to one screen display. Red button: Switch the types of data to play back. [OPTION]: Display the Playback Mode selection screen. • The type of data for playback changes in the order of [ALL] > [ ] > [ ] > [ ] > [ALL].
Connecting to other equipment Note • Operation icons are hidden by pressing [RETURN], or if no operation is performed for a while when the operation icons are displayed. Operation icons are displayed when one of the following buttons is pressed while the operation icons are not displayed. – 3/4/2/1, [OK], [OPTION], [RETURN], Red button, Green button, Yellow button • It is recommended to connect this unit to an HDMI terminal other than the HDMI1 if there are 2 or more HDMI input terminals on the TV.
Connecting to other equipment Saving the Recorded Still Pictures and Motion Pictures Methods to export still pictures and motion pictures to other devices will vary depending on the file format. (JPEG, AVCHD Lite, or Motion JPEG). Here are a few suggestions. Copy the playback image using an AV cable File formats that can be used: [AVCHD Lite], [Motion JPEG] Copy images played back with this unit to DVD disc, hard disk, or video using a DVD recorder, or video.
Connecting to other equipment Copying to a PC using “PHOTOfunSTUDIO 5.0 HD Edition” File formats that can be used: [JPEG], [AVCHD Lite], [Motion JPEG] It is possible to acquire still pictures and motion pictures recorded in [AVCHD Lite] or [MOTION JPEG] formats, or create conventional standard quality DVD video from the motion picture that was recorded as [AVCHD Lite], using “PHOTOfunSTUDIO 5.0 HD Edition” in the CD-ROM (supplied).
Connecting to other equipment Connecting to a PC You can acquire recorded pictures to a PC by connecting the camera and the PC. • Some PCs can read directly from the card removed from the camera. For details, refer to the operating instructions of your PC. • If the computer being used does not support SDXC Memory Cards, a message prompting you to format may appear. (Doing so will cause recorded images to be erased so do not choose to format.
Connecting to other equipment Acquiring of still pictures and [MOTION JPEG] motion pictures (other than [AVCHD Lite] motion pictures) Preparations: Turn on the camera and the PC. Remove the card before using the pictures in the built-in memory. Set the mode dial to anything except [¨]. A USB connection cable (supplied) • Check the directions of the connectors, and plug them straight in or unplug them straight out. (Otherwise the connectors may be bent out of shape which may cause malfunction.
Connecting to other equipment Press 3/4 to select [PC], and then press [MENU/ SET]. • If [USB MODE] (P28) is set to [PC] in the [SETUP] menu in advance, the camera will be automatically connected to the PC without displaying the [USB MODE] selection screen. Since there is no need to set this each time you connect to the PC, it is convenient. • When the camera has been connected to the PC with [USB MODE] set to [PictBridge(PTP)], a message may appear on the PC’s screen.
Connecting to other equipment ∫ Viewing the contents of the built-in memory or card using the PC (folder composition) Folders and images processed in the PC cannot be played back on the camera. It is recommended to use the “PHOTOfunSTUDIO 5.0 HD Edition” bundled software on the CD-ROM (supplied) when you write the image from PC to a card.
Connecting to other equipment Printing the Pictures If you connect the camera to a printer supporting PictBridge, you can select the pictures to be printed out and instruct that printing be started from the camera’s LCD monitor. • Some printers can print directly from the card removed from the camera. For details, refer to the operating instructions of your printer. Preparations: Turn on the camera and the printer. Remove the card before printing the pictures from the built-in memory.
Connecting to other equipment Note • This unit cannot stand upright when the AC adaptor is connected. When placing it on a surface and operating it, we recommend placing it on a soft cloth. • Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one. Use of cables other than the supplied USB connection cable may cause malfunction. • Turn the camera off before connecting or disconnecting the AC adaptor (optional).
Connecting to other equipment Selecting multiple pictures and printing them Press 3. Press 3/4 to select an item and then press [MENU/ SET]. • If the print check screen has appeared, select [YES], and print PictBridge MULTI SELECT SELECT ALL PRINT SET (DPOF) FAVORITE the pictures. CANCEL SELECT Item SET Description of settings [MULTI SELECT] Multiple pictures are printed at one time.
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 on 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 Others Screen Display ∫ In recording Recording in Normal Picture Mode [!] (Initial setting) 1 Recording Mode 2 Flash Mode (P51) 3 AF area (P39) 4 Focus (P39) 5 Picture size (P95) 6 Quality (P96) 7 Battery indication (P11) 8 Number of recordable pictures¢1 (P184) 9 Built-in memory (P16) : Card (P16) (displayed only during recording) 10 Recording state 11 ISO sensitivity (P98) 12 Shutter speed (P39) 13 Aperture value (P39) 14 Quick AF (P104) 15 Optical Image Stabilizer (P109)/ : Jitter alert (P40) 16
Others ∫ In recording (after settings) 17 AF Tracking (P103) : AF Macro Mode (P56) : Macro Zoom Mode (P57) 18 White Balance (P99) 19 ISO sensitivity (P98) maximum ISO sensitivity level (P97) 20 Colour Mode (P108) 21 Available recording time (P78): R8m30s 22 Spot AF area (P101) 23 Name¢ 2 (P68) 24 Histogram (P50) 25 Travel Date (P91) 26 Elapsed recording time (P78) AF tracking operation (P36, 103) : Intelligent ISO (P97) 27 Current date and time/“: Travel destination setting¢3 (P93) Zoom/Extra Optical Zoom
Others ∫ In playback 1 Playback Mode (P44) 2 Protected picture (P141) 3 Favourites (P138) : Zoom mark (P115) 1 1/7 4 Stamped with text indication (P131) 5 Picture size (P95) 6 Quality (P96) 7 Battery indication (P11) 8 Folder/File number (P156) 10:00 1.DEC.
Others Cautions for Use Optimal use of the camera Keep the camera as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment (such as microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.). • If you use the camera on top of or near a TV, the pictures and sound on the camera may be disrupted by electromagnetic wave radiation. • Do not use the camera near cell phones because doing so may result in noise adversely affecting the pictures and sound.
Others Care of the camera • Do not touch the lens or the sockets with dirty hands. Also, be careful not to allow liquids, sand and other foreign matter to get into the space around the lens, buttons etc. • Do not touch the lens barrier A. (Doing so may damage the camera. Be careful when taking the camera out of a bag etc.) • If the lens gets dirty, turn on the power and deploy the lens barrel. Then hold the lens barrel between your fingers and lightly wipe the lens surface with a soft dry cloth.
Others Cleaning Before cleaning the camera, remove the battery or the DC coupler (optional), or disconnect the power plug from the outlet. Then wipe the camera with a dry soft cloth. • When the camera is soiled badly, it can be cleaned by wiping the dirt off with a wrung wet cloth, and then with a dry cloth. • Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, alcohol, kitchen detergents, etc., to clean the camera, since it may deteriorate the external case or the coating may peel off.
Others Battery The battery is a rechargeable lithium ion battery. Its ability to generate power comes from the chemical reaction that takes place inside it. This reaction is susceptible to the surrounding temperature and humidity. If the temperature is too high or too low, the operating time of the battery will become shorter. Always remove the battery after use. • Store the removed battery in the battery case (supplied).
Others Card Do not leave the card where the temperature is high, where electromagnetic waves or static electricity are easily generated or exposed to direct sunlight. Do not bend or drop the card. • The card may be damaged or the recorded content may be damaged or deleted. • Put the card in the card case or the storage bag after use and when storing or carrying the card. • Do not allow dirt, dust or water to get into the terminals on the back of the card and do not touch the terminals with your fingers.
Others When not using the camera for a long period of time • Store the battery in a cool and dry place with a relatively stable temperature: (Recommended temperature:15 oC to 25 oC, Recommended humidity: 40% to 60%) • Always remove the battery and the card from the camera. • If the battery is left inserted in the camera, it will discharge even if the camera is turned off. If the battery continues to be left in the camera, it will discharge excessively and may become unusable even if charged.
Others Message Display Confirmation messages or error messages will be displayed on the screen in some cases. The major messages are described below as examples. [THIS MEMORY CARD IS WRITE-PROTECTED] > The Write-Protect switch on the card is moved to [LOCK]. Move the switch back to unlock it. (P17) [NO VALID PICTURE TO PLAY] > Record a picture or insert a card with a recorded picture and then play it. [THIS PICTURE IS PROTECTED] > Delete the picture after cancelling the protect setting.
Others [SOME PICTURES CANNOT BE COPIED]/[COPY COULD NOT BE COMPLETED] • The following pictures cannot be copied. – When a picture with the same name as the picture to be copied exists in the copy destination. (Only when copying from a card to the built-in memory.) – Files not based on the DCF standard. • Moreover, pictures recorded or edited by other equipment may not be copied. [BUILT-IN MEMORY ERROR FORMAT BUILT-IN MEMORY?] • This message will be displayed when you format the built-in memory on a PC.
Others [MOTION RECORDING WAS CANCELLED DUE TO THE LIMITATION OF THE WRITING SPEED OF THE CARD] • Use a card with SD Speed Class¢ with “Class 4” or higher when recording motion pictures in [AVCHD Lite]. Also, use a card with SD Speed Class with “Class 6” or higher when recording motion pictures in [MOTION JPEG]. ¢ SD Speed Class is the speed standard regarding continuous writing.
Others Troubleshooting First, try out the following procedures (P175–183). If the problem is not resolved, it may be improved by selecting [RESET] (P27) on the [SETUP] menu when taking pictures. Battery and power source The camera cannot be operated even when it is turned on. • The battery is not inserted correctly. (P14) • The battery is exhausted. The LCD monitor turns off while the camera is turned on.
Others Recording The picture cannot be recorded. • Is the [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch at the [!] setting? (P31) • Is the mode dial correctly set? • Is there any memory remaining on the built-in memory or the card? > Delete the pictures which are not necessary to increase the available memory. (P47) The recorded picture is whitish. • The picture can become whitish if there is dirt e.g. fingerprints on the lens.
Others Taking pictures using Auto Bracket is not possible. • Is the number of recordable pictures 2 or less? The recorded picture looks rough. Noise appears on the picture. • Is the ISO sensitivity high or the shutter speed slow? (ISO sensitivity is set to [AUTO] when the camera is shipped. Therefore, when taking pictures indoors etc. noise will appear.) > Decrease the ISO sensitivity. (P98) > Set [COLOR MODE] to [NATURAL]. (P108) > Take pictures in bright places. • Has [HIGH SENS.
Others Lens Recorded image may be warped, or nonexistent colour is surrounding the subject. • It is possible that the subject may be warped slightly, or the borders get coloured, depending on the zoom magnification, due to the characteristics of the lens. Also, the peripherals of the image might look warped because the perspective is enhanced when the wide angle is used. This is not a malfunction. LCD monitor The LCD monitor turns off although the camera is turned on.
Others Flash The flash is not activated. • Is the flash setting set to [Œ]? > Change the flash setting. (P51) • Flash Mode is not available when Auto Bracket (P60) or [BURST] (P106) in [REC] Mode menu has been set. Flash is activated several times. • The flash is activated twice when Red-Eye Reduction (P52) has been set. • Has [FLASH BURST] (P71) in Scene Mode been set? Playback The picture being played back is rotated and displayed in an unexpected direction. • [ROTATE DISP.] (P137) is set to [ON].
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 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. • Output from the [HDMI] socket is not possible when it is connected to the PC or the printer. > Connect it only to the TV. The display areas on the TV screen and the camera’s LCD monitor are different. • Depending on the TV model, the pictures may be extended horizontally or vertically or they may be displayed with their edges cut off.
Others 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. • When the mode dial is set to [¨], contents of the built-in memory will be displayed. > Set the mode dial to anything except [¨]. The card is not recognised by the PC. (SDXC memory card is used) > Check if your PC is compatible with SDXC memory cards. http://panasonic.net/avc/sdcard/information/SDXC.
Others 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. When taking pictures, it will not be possible to record the correct date without setting the clock. (P18) When pictures are taken using the zoom, they are slightly distorted and the areas around the subject contain colours which are not actually present.
Others Number of Recordable Pictures and Available Recording Time • The number of recordable pictures and the available recording time are an approximation. (These vary depending on the recording conditions and the type of card.) • The number of recordable pictures and the available recording time varies depending on the subjects. ∫ Number of recordable pictures Aspect ratio X ( Picture size Quality Built-in Memory (Approx.
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Others Aspect ratio Y ( Picture size Quality Built-in Memory (Approx.
Others Aspect ratio W ( Picture size Quality Built-in Memory (Approx.
Others ∫ Available recording time (when recording motion pictures) File format [AVCHD Lite] [MOTION JPEG] Picture quality setting Built-in Memory (Approx. 40 MB) 256 MB Card 1 min 24 s Cannot be used. Cannot be guaranteed in operation.
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