Panasonic DMC-FH20, DMC-FH3 Advanced Operation Guide

Operating Instructions

for advanced features

Digital Camera

Model No. DMC-FH20

DMC-FH3
DMC-FH1

Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product,

please read the instructions completely.

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Contents

• To delete multiple pictures

(up to 50) or all the pictures..............44

Before Use

Quick Guide..............................................4

Standard Accessories ...............................6

Names of the Components .......................7

Preparation

Charging the Battery.................................9

• Approximate operating time and

number of recordable pictures..........12

Inserting and Removing the Card

(optional)/the Ba ttery............................ ...14

About the Built-in Memory/the Card........16

Setting Date/Time (Clock Set).................18

• Changing the clock setting................19

Setting the Menu.....................................20

• Setting menu items...........................21

• Using the quick menu .......................23

About the Setup Menu ............................24

Selecting the [REC] Mode.......................29

Basic

Taking pictures using the automatic

function (Intelligent Auto Mode) .............31

• Scene detection ................................ 33

• Settings in Intelligent Auto Mode ......34

Taking pictures with your favorite

settings (Normal Picture Mode)...............35

• Focusing ...........................................36

• When the subject is not in focus
(such as when it is not in the center
of the composition of the picture

you want to take)..............................36

• Preventing jitter (camera shake). ......37

• Direction detection function...............37

Taking Pictu res with the Zoom .............. ..3 8

• Using the Optical Zoom/
Using the Extended Optical Zoom

(EZ)/Using the Digital Zoom .............38

Playing back Pictures

([NORMAL PLAY])..................................40

• Displaying Multiple Screens

(Multi Playback)........................... .....41

• Using the Playback Zoom.................41

• Switching the [PLAYBACK] Mode.....42

Deleting Pictures.. .. .............. ...................43

• To delete a single picture..................43

Advanced (Recording pictures)

About the LCD Monitor............................45

Taking Pictures using the Built-in

Flash........................................................47

• Switching to the appropriate flash

setting ...............................................47

Taking Close-up Pictures........................52

• [AF MACRO] ....................................52

• [MACRO ZOOM]..............................53

Taking Pictures with the Self-timer..........54

Compensating the Exposure...................55

Taking pictures that match the scene

being recorded (Scene Mode).................56

• Registering scenes in Scene Mode

(My Scene Mode).............................. 5 6

• Selecting the Scene Mode for each

recording (Scene Mode) ...................57

•

[PORTRAIT].....................................58

• [SOFT SKIN]....................................58

• [TRANSFORM] ........................ ........59

• [SELF PORTRAIT] ...........................59

• [SCENERY]......................................60

• [SPORTS] ........................................60

• [NIGHT PORTRAIT].........................60

• [NIGHT SCENERY]..........................61

• [FOOD] ............................................61

• [PARTY]...........................................62

• [CANDLE LIGHT].............................62

• [BABY1]/[BABY2].............................63

• [PET]................................................64

• [SUNSET].........................................64

• [HIGH SENS.] ..................................64

• [HI-SPEEDBURST].........................65

• [FLASH BURST] ..............................66

• [STARRY SKY] ................................67

• [FIREWORKS] .................................68

• [BEACH] ...........................................68

• [SNOW]............................................68

• [AERIAL PHOTO].............................69

• [FILM GRAIN] ...................................69

• [PHOTO FRAME].......... .. ............... ..69

Motion Picture Mode ...............................70

Useful Functions at Travel

Destinations.............................................73

• Recording which Day of the

Vacation You Take the Picture ......... 73

• Recording Dates/Times at
Overseas Travel Destinations

(World Time).....................................76

Using the [REC] Mode Menu...................78

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• [PICTURE SIZE] ..............................78

• [SENSITIVITY].................................80

• [WHITE BALANCE]..........................81

• [AF MODE].......................................83

• [BURST]...........................................85

• [DIGITALZOOM] .............................86

• [COLOR MODE] ..............................86

• [STABILIZER]..................................87

• [AF ASSIST LAMP]..........................88

• [RED-EYE REMOVAL] ....................88

• [CLOCK SET] ...................................88

Entering Text...........................................89

Others

Screen Display......................................119

Cautions for Use............................... .....122

Message Display...................................128

Troubleshooting.....................................131

Number of Recordable Pictures and

Available Recording Time .....................140

Advanced (Playback)

Playing Back Pictures in Sequence

(Slide Show)............................................90

Selecting Pictures and Playing them
Back ([CATEGORY PLAY]/

[FAVORITE PLAY]).................................93

• [CATEGORY PLAY].........................93

• [FAVORITE PLAY]................ ...........94

Playing Back Mo t io n Pi ctures.... .. ............95

Using the [PLAYBACK] Mode menu.......96

• [CALENDAR] ...................................96

• [TEXT STAMP] ............................. ...97

• [RESIZE] Reducing the Picture

Size (number of pixels).....................99

• [CROPPING]..................................101

• [ROTATE DISP.]............................102

• [FAVORITE]...................................103

• [PRINT SET] ..................................104

• [PROTECT]....................................106

• [COPY]...........................................107

Connecting to other equipment

Connecting to a PC...............................108

Printing the Pictures..............................111

• Selecting a single picture and

printing it.........................................112

• Selecting multiple pictures and

printing them...................................113

• Print Settings..................................114

Playing Back Pictures on a

TV Screen.............................................117

• Playing back pictures using

the AV cable (supplied). ..................117

• Playing back pictures on a TV

with an SD Memory Card slot.........118

∫ About illustrations in these operating

instructions

The procedure is described for DMC-FH1
as an example.

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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.

Charge the battery. (P9)

• The battery is not charged when the
camera is shipped. Charge the b attery
before use.

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.

plug-in type

inlet type

Turn the camera on to take
pictures.

1 Slide the [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector

switch to [!].

2 Press the shutter button to take

pictures. (P32)

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ON

OFF

Before Use

Play back the pictures.

1 Slide the [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector

switch to [(].

2 Select the picture you want to view.

(P40)

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Before Use

Standard Accessories

Check that all the accessories are included before using the camera.

• The accessories and their shape will dif fe r depend ing o n the c ou ntry or ar ea wh ere t he ca mera
was purchased.
For details on the accessorie s, refer to Basic Operating Instruc tions.

• Battery Pack is indicated as battery pack or battery in the text.

• Battery Charger is indicated as battery charger or charger in the text.

• SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card and SDXC Memory Card are indicated as card in the
text.

• The card is optional.
You can record or play back pictures on the built-in memory when you are not using a
card.

• If any accessories are lost, customers in the USA and Puerto Rico should contact Panasonic’s
parts departmen t at 1800 833-9626 and customers in Canada shou ld cont a ct 1800 99-LUMIX
(1-800-995-8649) for further information about obtaining replacement parts.

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Before Use

1 2 3

Names of the Components

1Flash (P47)
2 Lens (P124)
3 Self-timer indicator (P54)

AF assist lamp (P88)

4 LCD monitor (P45, 124)
5 [MENU/SET] button (P18)
6 [DISPLAY] button (P45)
7 [Q.MENU] (P23)/Delete (P43) button
8 [MODE] button (P29)
9 [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch

(P20)

4

8

57

10 Cursor buttons

A: 3/Exposure compensation (P55)
B: 4/Macro Mode (P52)
C: 2/Self-timer button (P54)
D: 1/Flash setting button (P47)

In these operating instructions, the cursor buttons are described as shown in the
figure below or described with 3/4/2/1.
e.g.: When you press the 4 (down) button

or Press 4

109

6

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Before Use

12

1314 15 16

11

18

19

17

21

2223

20

11 Camera ON/OFF switch (P18)
12 Zoom lever (P38)
13 Speaker (P95)
14 Microphone (P70)
15 Shutter button (P31, 70)
16 Intelligent auto button (P31)

17 Hand strap eyelet

• Be sure to attach the hand strap when
using the camera to ensure that you will
not drop it.

18 Lens barrel
19 [AV OUT/DIGITAL] socket (P108, 111,

117)

20 Tripod receptacle

• When you use a tripod, make sure the
tripod is stable when the camera is
attached to it.

21 Card/Battery door (P14, 15)
22 Release lever (P14)

23 DC coupler cover (P15)

• When using an AC adaptor, ensure that
the Panasonic DC coupler (optional) and
AC adaptor (optional) are used. Fo r
connection details, refer to P15.

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Preparation

Preparation

Charging the Battery

∫ About batteries that you can use with this unit
Supplied battery or de dicated optional batte r ies can be used with this unit.

Refer to Basic Operating Instructions about the accessory number of the available optional
batteries in your area.

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

• Use the dedicated charger and battery.

• The camera has a function for distinguishing batteries which can be used safely. The
dedicated battery supports this function. The only batteries suitable for use with this
unit are genuine Panasonic products and batteries manufactured by other companies
and certified by Panasonic. (Batteries which do not support this function cannot be
used). Panasonic cannot in any way guarantee the quality, performance or safety of
batteries which have been manufactured by other companies and are not genuine
Panasonic products.

∫ Charging

• The battery is not charged when the camera is shipped. Charge the battery before use.

• Charge the battery with the charger indoors.

• Charge the battery in a temperature between 10oC to 35 oC (50 oF to 95 oF). (The battery
temperature should also be the same.)

Attach the battery paying
attention to the direction of the
battery.

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Preparation

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 below.

• Charging starts when the [CHARGE]
indicator A lights green.

• Charging is properly compl ete when
the [CHARGE] indicator A tur n s off.

Detach the battery after
charging is completed.

• After charging is completed, be sure to
disconnect the power supply device
from the electrical outlet.

plug-in type

inlet type

∫ Charging time

Supplied battery Optional battery

Charging time Approx. 100 min Approx. 130 min

• Time required for charging when using the charger supplied with this unit.

• 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 envi ronments or a battery that has not been used for a
long time may be longer than normal.

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Preparation

∫ When the [CHARGE] indicator flashes

• The battery temperature is too high or t oo low. Please charge the battery again in a
temperature between 10oC to 35 oC (50 oF to 95 oF).

• The terminals of the charger or the battery are dirty. In this case, wipe them with a dry cloth.

∫ Battery indication

The battery indication is displayed on the LCD monitor.
[It does not appear when you use the camera with the AC adaptor (optional) connected.]

• The indication turns red and blinks if t he remaining battery power is exhaust ed. Recharge the
battery or replace it with a fully charged battery.

Note

• The battery becomes warm af te r us e and du ring and af te r cha rging . The ca mera also b ec omes
warm during use. This is not a malfunction.

• The battery can be recharged even when it still has some charge left, but it is not
recommended that the battery ch arge be frequently topped up while the battery is fully
charged. (Since characterist ic swelling may occur. )

• Do not leave any metal items (such as clips) near the contact areas of the power plug.
Otherwise, a fire and/or electric shocks may be caused by short-circuiting or the
resulting heat generated.

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Preparation

Approximate operating time and number of recordable pictures

Supplied battery Optional battery

Capacity of the battery 740 mAh 940 mAh

Number of recordable

pictures

Recording time

Approx. 300 pictures

(DMC-FH20)
Approx. 310 pictures
(DMC-FH3/DMC-FH1)

Approx. 150 m in (DMC-FH20)

Approx. 155 min (DMC-FH3/

DMC-FH1)

Recording conditions by CIPA standard

• CIPA is an abbreviation of [Camera & Imaging Products Association].

• Normal Picture Mode

• Temperature: 23 oC (73.4 oF)/Humidity: 50% when LCD monitor is on.

• Using a Panasonic SD Memory Card (32 MB).

• Starting recording 30 seconds after the camera is turned on. (When the Optical Image
Stabilizer function is set to [AUTO].)

• Recording once every 30 seconds with full flash ever y second recording.

• Rotating the zoom lever from Tele to Wide or vice versa in every recording.

• Turning the camera off every 10 recordings and leaving it until the temperature of the battery
decreases.

The number of recordable pictures varies depending on the recording interval time.
If the recording interval time becomes longer, the number of recordable pictures
decreases. [For example, if you were to take one picture every two minutes, then the
number of pictures would be reduced to approximately one-quarter of the number
of pictures given above (based upon one picture taken every 30 seconds).]

Approx. 380 pictures

(DMC-FH20)
Approx. 400 pictures
(DMC-FH3/DMC-FH1)

Approx. 190 min (DMC-FH20)

Approx. 200 min (DMC-FH3/

DMC-FH1)

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Preparation

Supplied battery Optional battery

Playback time Approx. 280 min Approx. 360 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 short en and the number of recordable
pictures is reduced.
– In low-temperature environments, s uc h as on ski slopes.
– When using [AUTO POWER LCD], [POWER LCD] and [HIGH ANGLE] (P25).
– When operations such as flash and zoom are used repeatedly.

• When the operating time of the camera becomes extremely short even after properly charging
the battery, the life of the battery may have expired. Buy a new battery.

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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. Pull the lever A
in the direction of the arrow to remove
the battery.

Card: Push it fully until it clicks being
careful about the direction you in sert it.
T o rem ove the card, push the card until
it clicks, then pull the card out upright.

B:Do not touch the connection terminals of the

card.

• The card may be damaged if it is not fully inserted.

1:Close the card/battery door.
2:Slide the release lever in the

direction of the arrow.

• If the card/battery door cannot be completely
closed, remove the card, chec k its direction and
then insert it again.

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Preparation

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

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.

• Turn the camera off and wait for t he “LUMIX” display on the LCD monitor to clear before
removing the card o r b atter y. (Otherwise, this unit may no lo nger operat e nor mally a nd the c a rd
itself may be da m ag ed or the record ed pi ctures may be los t .)

∫ Using an AC adaptor (optional) and a DC coupler (opt ional) instead of the batter y
Ensure that the AC adaptor (optional) and DC

coupler (optional) are purchased as a set. Do not
use if sold separately.

1 Open the card/battery door.
2 Insert the DC coupler, being careful of the

direction.

3 Close the card/battery door.

• Ensure that the card/battery door is closed.

4 Open the DC coupler cover A.

• If it is difficult t o open, push open the coupler cover
from the interior with the card/battery door in an
open state.

5 Plug the AC adaptor into an electrical outlet.
6 Connect the AC adaptor B to the [DC IN] socket

C of the DC coupler.

D Align the marks, and insert.

• Ensure that only the AC adaptor a nd DC co upler f or this
camera are used. Using any other equipment may
cause damage.

Note

• Always use a genuine Panasonic AC adaptor (optional).

• When using an AC adaptor, use the AC cable supplied with the AC adaptor.

• Some tripods cannot be attached whe n the DC coupler is connected.

• This unit cannot stand upright when the AC adaptor is connected. When operating it on a flat
surface, we recommend placing it on a soft cloth.

• Make sure to unplug the AC adaptor when you open the card/battery door.

• If the AC adaptor and DC coupler are not necessary , then remove them from the digital
camera. Also, please keep the DC coupler cover closed.

• Also read the operating instructions for the AC adaptor and DC coupler.

• We recommend you use a battery with suf ficient battery power or the AC adapt or when
recordin g m otion picture s .

• If while recording motion pictur es using the AC ad aptor a nd t he power s upply is c ut of f d ue t o a
power outage or if the AC adaptor is disc onnected etc., the motion picture being recorded will
not be recorded.

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Preparation

About the Built-in Memory/the Card

The following operations can be performed using this unit.

• When a card has not been inserted: Pi ctures can be recorded in
the built-in memory and played back.

• When a card has been inserted: Pictures can be recorded on the
card and played back.

• When using the built-in memory

>ð (access indication

k

• When using the card
† (access indication

¢ The access indication lights red when pictures are being recorded

on the built-in memory (or the card).

• You can copy the recorded pictures to a card. (P107)

• Memory size: Approx. 40 MB

• Recordable motion pictures: QVGA (320k240 pixels) only

• The built-in memory can be used as a temporary storage device when the card being used
becomes full.

• The access time for the built-in memory may be longer than the access time for a car d.

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)

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Built-in Memory

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Preparation

2

A

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
2GB)

SDHC Memory Card (4 GB to
32 GB)

SDXC Memory Card (48 GB
to 64 GB)

• Only cards bearing the SDHC logo (indicating that the card conforms to SD video standa rds)
may be used as 4GB to 32GB cards.

• Only cards bearing the SDXC logo (indicating that the card conforms to SD video standards)
may be used as 48GB to 64GB car ds.

• Use a card with SD Speed Class
¢ SD speed class is the speed standard regarding continuous writing.

• Please confirm the latest information on the following website.

•SDHC Memory Cards and SDXC Memory Cards can be used
only in equipment that is compatible with their respective
formats.

•Check that the PC and other equipment are comp a tible when
using the SDXC Memory Cards.

http://panasonic.net/avc/sdcard/information/SDXC.html

¢

with “Class 6” or higher when recording motion pictures.

Remarks

http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/

(This Site is English only.)

Note

• Do not turn this unit off, remove its battery or card, or disconnect the AC adaptor
(optional) when the access indication is lit [when pictures are being written, read or
deleted, or the built-in memory or the card is being formatted (P28)]. Furthermore, do not
subject the camera to vibrat ion, impact or static electricity.
The card or the data on the card may be damaged, and this unit may no longer operate
normally.
If operation fails due to vibration, impact or static electricity, perform the operation
again.

• Write-Protect switch
no further data writing, dele tion o r format ting is possibl e. The ability t o wri te, delet e
and format data is restored when the switch is returned to it s original position.)

• The data on the built-in memory or the card may be damaged or lost due to
electromagnetic waves, static electricity or breakdown of the camera or the card.
We recommend storing important data on a PC etc.

• Do not format the card on your PC or other equipme nt. Format it on the camera
only to ensure proper operat ion. (P28)

• Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.

A provided (When this switch is s et to the [LOCK] position,

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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 se lect sc reen is not dis pl ayed, pro ceed

Press [MENU/SET].

Press 3/4 to select the language, and press [MENU/SET].

• The [PLEASE SET THE CLOCK] mess age appe ars . (Th is mes sage do es not app ear in

Press [MENU/SET].

4.

to step

[PLAYBACK] Mode.)

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Preparation

:
:

Press 2/1 to select the item s (year , month ,
day , hou r, 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 (P76)

‚: Cancel without setting the clock.

• Select either [ 24H R S ] or [A M /P M ] for th e ti m e dis pla y
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. This display format is common in North
America and elsewhere.

Press [MENU/SET] to set.

Press [MENU/SET].

• Press [‚] to return to the settings screen.

• After completing the clock settings, turn the camera off. Then turn the camera back on,
switch to Recording Mode, and chec k t hat the display reflect s t he settings that were
performed.

• When [MENU/SET] has been pres sed to comp lete t he set tings without th e cloc k hav ing
been set, set the cl ock co rrect ly by followin g t he “Ch angi ng the cl o ck sett ing” proced ure
below.

Changing the clock setting

Select [CLOCK SET] in the [REC] or [SETUP] menu, and press 1. (P21)

• It can be changed in steps 5, 6 and 7 to set the clock.

• 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.)

Note

• The clock is displayed when [DISPLAY] is pressed several times during recording.

• You can set the year from 2000 to 2099.

• If the clock is not set, the correct date cannot be printed when you stamp the date on the
pictures with [TEXT STAMP] (P97) or order a photo studio to print the pictures.

• If the clock is set, the c orrec t date can be prin ted eve n if the da te is n ot dis p layed on the s cree n
of the camera.

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Preparation

Setting the Menu

The camera comes with menus that allow you to choose the settings for taking pictures
and playing them back just as you like and menus that enable you to have more fun with
the camera and use it more easily.
In particular, the [SETUP] menu contains some important settings relating to the camera’s
clock and power. Check the settings of this menu before proceeding to use the camera.

A [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch

! [REC] Mode menu (P78 to 88) ( [PLAYBACK] Mode menu (P96 to 107)

•The menu lets you se t
the Coloring,
Sensitivity or number
of pixels, etc. of
pictures you are
recording.

[SETUP] menu (P24 to 28)

•This menu lets you perform the clock settings, beep tone settings and
other settings which make it easier for you to operate the camera.

•The [SETUP] menu can be set from either the [REC] Mode or
[PLA YBACK] Mode.

• This menu lets you
set the Protection,
Cropping or Print
Settings, etc. of
recorded pictures.

Note

• Due to the camera’s specification s, it may not be po s sible to set s ome of the fun ctio ns or so me
functions may not work in some of the conditions under which the camera is used.

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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.

A [MENU/SET] button
B [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch
C [MODE] button

Slide the [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector
switch to [!], and then press [MODE].

• When selecting the [ PLAYBACK] Mode menu settings,
set the [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch to [(], and
proceed to step

4.

Press 3/4 to select [NORMAL PICTURE],
and then press [MENU/ SET].

Press [MENU/SET] to display the menu.

• You can switch menu screens from any menu item by
rotating the zoom lev er.

Press 3/4 to select [AF MODE].

• Select the item at the very bottom, and press 4 to
move to the second screen.

Press 1.

• Depending on the item, its setting may not appear or it
may be displayed in a different way .

Press 3/4 to select [š].

Press [MENU/SET] to set.

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Press [MENU/SET] to close the menu.

Preparation

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.

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Preparation

A

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.

• When [DISPLAY] is pressed while [STABILIZER] (P87) is selected, [STABILIZER DEMO.] can
be displayed.

Press and hold [Q.MENU] when recording.

Press 3

/4/2/1 to select the menu item

and the setting and then press [M ENU/SET]
to close the menu.

A The items to be set and the settings are displaye d.

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Preparation

1

3

About the Setup Menu

[CLOCK SET], [SLEEP MODE] and [AUTO REVIEW] are important items. Check their
settings before using them.

• In the Intelligent Auto Mode, only [CLOCK SET], [WORLD TIME], [BEEP], [LANGUAGE] and
[STABILIZER DEMO.] (P28) can be set.

For details on how to select the [SETUP] menu settings, refer to P21.

U [CLOCK SET] Setting Date/Time.

• Refer to P18 for details.

Set the time in your home area and travel destination.

[WORLD TIME]

• Refer to P76 for details.

— [TRAVEL DATE]

• Refer to P73 for details.

r [BEEP]

“ [DESTINATION]:

Travel destination area

– [HOME]:

Your home area

Set the departure date and the return date of the vacation.

[TRAVEL SETUP]:
[OFF]/[SET]

[LOCATION]:
[OFF]/[SET]

This allows you to set the beep and shutter sound.

r [BEEP LEVEL]:

[s] (Muted)
[t] (Low)
[u] (High)

[BEEP TONE]:

2 3

[]/[]/[]

[SHUTTER VOL.]:
[] (Muted)
[] (Low)
[] (High)

[SHUTTER TONE]:

1 2

[]/[]/[]

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u [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.

These menu settings make it easier to see the LCD monitor when
you are in bright places or when you are holding the camera high
above your head.

[OFF]
„ [AUTO POWER LCD]:

[LCD MODE]

LCD

The brightness is adjusted automatically depending on how bright
it is around the camera.

… [POWER LCD]:

The LCD monitor becomes brighter and easier to see even when
taking pictures outdoors.

Å [HIGH ANGLE]:

The LCD monitor is easier to see when taking pictures with the
camera held high above your head.

• High Angle Mode is also canceled if you turn the camera off or [SLEEP MODE] is activated.

• The brightness of the pictures displayed on the LCD monitor is increased so some su bjects
may appear different f r om real life on the LCD monitor. However, this does not af fect the
recorded pictures.

• The LCD monitor automatically returns to normal brightness after 30 seconds when recording
in Power LCD Mode. Press any button to make the LCD monitor bright again.

• If the screen is difficult to see because of light shining on it, use your hand or another object to
block the light.

• The number of recordable picture s decreas es in Auto Po wer LCD Mode, Power LCD Mode and
High Angle Mode.

• [AUTO POWER LCD] and [HIGH ANGLE] cannot be selected in Playback Mode.

[DISPLAY SIZE]

[FOCUS ICON]

Change the display size of some icons and menu screens.

[STANDARD]/[LARGE]

Change the focus icon.

[ ]/[ ]/[ ]/[ ]/[ ]/[ ]

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The camera is automatically turned off if the camera has not been

p [SLEEP MODE]

used for the time selected on the setting.

[OFF]/[2MIN.]/[5MIN.]/[10MIN.]

• Press the shutter button halfway or turn the camera off and on to cancel [SLEEP MODE].

• [SLEEP MODE] is set to [5M IN.] in the Intelligent Auto Mo de.

• [SLEEP MODE] does not work in the following cases.
– When using the AC adaptor
– When connecting to a PC or a printer
– When recording or playing back motion pictures
– During a Slide Show
–[AUTO DEMO]

Set the length of time that the picture is displayed after taking it.

[OFF]

o [AUTO REVIEW]

[1SEC.]
[2SEC.]

[HOLD]: The pictures are displayed until one of the buttons is

pressed.

• [AUTO REVIEW] is activated regardless of its setting when using [SELFPORTRAIT] (P59),
[HI-SPEED BURST] (P65), [F LASH BURST] (P66) and [PHOTO FRAME] (P69) in Scene
Mode and [BURST] (P85).

• In Intelligent Auto Mode, the Auto Review function is fixed to [2SEC.].

• [AUTO REVIEW] does not work in Motion Picture Mode.

w [RESET]

• 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 [REC] Mode settings are reset, the following settings are also reset.
– The setting and registration for My Scene Mode (P56)

• When [SETUP] menu settings are reset, the following settings are also reset. In addition,
[FAVORITE] (P103) in [PLAYBACK] Mode menu is set to [ OFF] , and [ROTATE DISP . ] (P102) is
set to [ON].
– The birthday and name
– The setting s of [TRAVEL DATE] (P73) (departure date, return date, location)
– The [WO RLD TIM E ] (P76) settin g .

• The folder number and the clock setting are not changed.

The [REC] or [SETUP] menu settings are reset to the initial
settings.

settings for [BABY1]/[BABY2] (P63) and [PET] (P64) in Scene Mode.

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Select the USB communication system after or before connecting
the camera to your PC or your printer with the USB connection
cable (supplied).

y [SELECT ON CONNECTION]:

x [USB MODE]

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.

• When [PC] is selected, the camera is connected via the “USB Mass Storage” communication
system.

• When [PictBridge(PTP)] is selected, the camera is connected via the “PTP (Picture Transfer
Protocol)” communication system.

Set to match the color television system in each country.
(Playback Mode only)

| [VIDEO OUT]

¢

[NTSC]: Video output is set to NTSC system.
[PAL]: Video output is set to PAL syst em.

• This will work when the A V cable is connected.

¢ PAL video out is not available on the version DMC-FH20P/DMC-FH3P/DMC-FH1P sold in

the U.S. and the version DMC-FH20PC/DMC-F H 3PC/DMC-FH1PC sold in Canada.

Set to match the type of TV.
(Playback Mode only)

[TV ASPECT]

[W]: When connec ting to a 16:9 screen TV.
[X]: When connecting to a 4:3 screen TV.

• This will work when the A V cable is connected.

[VERSION DI S P.]

It is possible to check which version of firmware is on the camera.

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For Canadian assistance, please call:
1-800-99-LUMIX (1-800-995-8649) or
send e-mail to: [e-mail]

For USA and Puerto Rico assistance, please call:
1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at:
http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo

DEMO

A

B

[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 formatte d. 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 c amera again.

• It may take longer to format the built-in memory than the card.

• If the built-in memory or the card cannot be formatted, consult your nearest Service Center.

~ [LANGUAGE]

• If you set a different language by mistake, select [~] from the menu icons to set the desired
language.

Set the language displayed on the screen.

Displays the amount of jitter the camera has detected
([STABILIZER DEMO.])
The camera’s features are displayed as Slide Shows. ([AUTO
DEMO])

[STABILIZER DEMO.]

A Amount of jitter

[DEMO MODE]

B Amount of jitter after correction

[AUTO DEMO]:
[OFF]
[ON]

• The Stabilizer function is switched between [ON] and [O FF] every time [ MENU/SET] is pressed
during the [STABILIZER DEMO.].

• In Playback Mode, [STABILIZER DEMO.] cannot be displayed.

• [STABILIZER DEMO.] is an approximation.

• Press [DISPLAY] to close [STABILIZER DEMO.].

• [AUTO DEMO] has no TV output capability even when it is in Playback Mode.

• Press [MENU/SET] to close [AUTO DEMO].

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Selecting the [REC] Mode

When the [REC] Mode is selected, the camera can be set to the Intelligent Auto Mode in
which the optimal settings are established in line with the subject to be recorded and the
recording conditions, or to the Scene Mode which enables you to take pictures that match
the scene being recorded.

¦ Intelligent Auto Mode (P31)

The subjects are recorded using settings automatically selected by the camera.

∫ To select a [REC] modes from the [REC] modes list

Turn the camera on.

A [MENU/SET] button
B [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch
C [MODE] button

Slide the [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector
switch to [!].

Press [MODE].
Press 3/4 to select the mode.

Press [MENU/SET].

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∫ List of [REC] Modes

! Normal Picture Mode (P35)

The subjects are recorded using your own settings.

My Scene Mode (P56)

Pictures are taken using previously registered recording scenes.

Û

Scene Mode (P56)

This allows you to take pictures that match the scene being recorded.

$ Motion Picture Mode (P70)

This mode allows you to record motion pictures with audio.

Note

• When the mode has been switched f rom [P LAYBACK] Mode to [REC] Mode, the previo us ly set
[REC] Mode will be set.

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[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]/Face Detection/Motion Detection/Backlight Compensation/

Digital Red-eye Correction

Slide the [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch to [!].

Press [¦] A.

• The scene detection icon (P33) is displayed in the
upper-left hand co rner of the screen after switching to
Intelligent Auto Mode.

• Pressing [¦] again takes you back to the previous
mode.

Hold the camera gently with both hands,
keep your arms still at your side and stand
with your feet slightly apart.

B Flash
C AF assist lamp

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1

2

Press the shutter button D halfway to
focus.

• The focus indication 1 (green) lights when t he subject
is focused.

• The AF area 2 is displayed around the subject’s face
by the Face Detection function. In other cases, it is
displayed at the point on the subject which is in focus.

• The focus range is 5 cm (0.17 feet) (Wide)/1 m
(3.28 feet) (Tele) to ¶.

• The maximum close-up dist ance ( the shortes t dist ance
at which the subject can be ta ken) diff ers depending on
the zoom magnification.

Press the shutter button fully (push it in
further), and take the picture.

• The access indication (P16) li ghts red when pictures
are being recorded on the built-in memory (or the
card).

Note

• Be careful not to move the camera when you press the shutter button.

• Do not cover the flash or the AF assist lamp with your fingers or other objects.

• Do not touch the front of the lens.

∫ When taking pic tures using the flash (P47)

• When [ ] is selec ted, [ ], [ ], [ ] or [ ] is set depending on the type of subject
and brightness.

• When [ ] or [ ] is set, Digital Red-Eye Correction is enabled.

• Shutter speed will be slower during [ ] or [ ].

∫ When taking pic tures using the zoom (P38)

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Scene detection

When the camera identifies the optimum scene, the icon of the scene concerned is
displayed in blue for 2 seconds, after which its color changes to the usual red.

¦

> [i-PORTRAIT]

[i-SCENERY]
[i-MACRO]
[i-NIGHT PORTRAIT]
[i-NIGHT SCENERY ]
[i-SUNSET]

•[¦] is set if none of the scenes are applicable, and the st andard settings are set.

• When [ ] or [ ] is selected, the camera automatically det ects a person’s face, and it will
adjust the focus and ex posure. (Face Detection) (P84)

• If a tripod is used, for instance, and th e camera has jud ged t hat c amer a shake is minimal when
the Scene Mode has been identified as [ ], the shutter speed will be set to a maximum of
8 seconds. Take care not to move the camera while taking pictures.

Note

• Due to conditions such as the ones below, a different scene may be identified for the same
subject.
– Subject conditions: When the face is br ight or dark, The size of the subject, The color of the

subject, The distance to the subject, The contrast of the subject, Wh en the subject is moving

– Recording conditions: Sunset, Sunris e, Under low bright ness conditi ons, When the camera is

shaken, When zoom is used

• T o take pictures in an intended scene, it is recommended that you take pictures in the
appropriate Recording Mode.

• The Backlight Compensation

Backlight refers to when light comes from the back of a subject.
In this case, the subject will become dark, so this function compensates the backlight by
brightening the whole of the pic ture automatically.

• Only when [ ] is selected

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Settings in Intelligent Auto Mode

• Only the following functions can be set in this mode.

[REC] Mode menu

– [PICTURE SIZE]

¢ The settings which ca n be selected are different from when other [REC] Modes are used.

[SETUP] menu

– [CLOCK SET]/[WORLD TIME]/[BEEP]/[LANGUAGE]/[STABILIZER DEMO.]

• The settings of the following items are fixed.

[SLEEP MODE] (P26) [5MIN.]
[AUTO REVIEW] (P26) [2SEC.]
Flash (P47) /Œ
[SENSITIVITY] (P80) []
[WHITE BALANCE] (P81) [AWB]
[AF MODE] (P83) š (Set to [ ] when a face cannot be detected)
[STABILIZER] (P87) [AUTO]
[AFASSIST LAMP] (P88) [ON]
[RED-EYE REMOVAL]

(P88)

• The following functions cannot be used.
– [EXPOSURE]/[DIGITAL ZOOM]

• The other items on the [SETUP] menu can be set in a mode suc h as the Normal Pict ure Mode.
What is set will be reflected in the Intelligent Auto Mode.

¢

(P78)/[BURST] (P85)/[COLOR MODE]¢ (P86)

Item Settings

[ON]

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[REC] Mode: ·

Taking pictures with your favorite 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 [REC] menu.

Slide the [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector
switch to [!], and then press [MODE].

A [MODE] button
B [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch

Press 3/4 to select [NORMAL
PICTURE], and then press [MENU/SET].

• To change the setting while taking pictures, refer
to “Using the [REC] Mode Menu” (P78).

C [MENU/SET] button

Aim the AF area at the point you want to
focus on.

Press the shutter button halfway to
focus.

• The focus indication (green) lights when the
subject is focused.

• The focus range is 50 cm (1.64 feet) (Wide)/2 m
(6.56 feet) (Tele) to ¶. (DMC-FH20)
The focus range is 50 cm (1.64 feet) (Wide)/1 m
(3.28 feet) (Tele) to ¶. (DMC-FH3/DMC-FH1)

• If pictures are to be t aken at an even closer
range, refer to “Taking Close-up Pictures” (P52).

Press the halfway pressed shutter
button fully to take a picture.

• The access indication lights (P16) red when
pictures are being recorded on t he built-in
memory (or the card).

∫ To adjust the exposure and take pictures at times when the image appears too

dark (P55)

∫ To adjust the colors and take pictures at times when the image appears too red

(P81)

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ED F

G

A

C

1/301/30F2.8F2.8

ISOISO

80 80

1/30F2.8

ISO

80

1/301/30F2.8F2.8

ISOISO

80 80

1/30F2.8

ISO

80

Focusing

Aim the AF area at the subject, and then press the shutter button halfway.

Focus

When the su b je c t is
focused

When the subject
is not focused

Focus indication On Blinks
AF area White>Green White>Red

¢2

Sound

Beeps 2 times Beeps 4 times

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
F Shutter speed
G ISO sensitivity

¢1

¢1

¢1 If correct exposure cannot be achieved, it will be displayed in red.

(However, it will not be displayed in red when the flash is used.)

¢2 Sound volume can be set in [SHUTTERVOL.] (P24).

When the subject is not in focus (such as w he n it is not in the ce nter of

the composition of the picture you want to take)

1 Aim the AF area at the subject, and then press the shutter button halfway to fix the

focus and exposure.

2 Press and hold the shutter button halfway while moving the camera as you

compose the picture.

• You can re peatedly retry the actions in step 1
before pressing the shutt er button fully.

We recommend that you use the Face
Detection function when taking pictures of
people. (P84)

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∫ Subject and recording conditions which are difficult to focus in

• Fast-moving subjects, extremely bright subjects or subjects without contrast

• When the recordable range display has appeared in red

• When recording subjects through windows or near shiny objects

• When it is dark or when jitter occurs

• When the camera is too close to the subject or when taking a picture of both distant and near
subjects

Preventing jitter (camera shake)

When the jitter alert [ ] appears, use [STABILIZER] (P87), a tripod or the self-timer

(P54).

• 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 .
– In [NIGHT PORTRAIT], [NIGHTSCENERY], [PARTY], [CANDLELIGHT], [STARRY SKY] or

[FIREWORKS] in Sc ene Mode (P56)

Direction detection function

Pictures recorded with the camera held vertically are played back vertically (rotated). (Only
when [ROTATE DISP.] (P102) is set to [ON])

• The Direction Detection function may not ope rate correctly if recording is performed with the
camera aimed up or down.

• Motion pictures taken with the camera held vertically are not displayed vertically.

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W

T

W



T

W

T

W

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[REC] Mode: ñ· ¿n

Taking Pictures with the Zoom

Using the Optical Zoom/Using the Extended Optical Zoom (EZ)/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
(DMC-FH20)/10.5k (DMC-FH3)/9.8k (DMC-FH1)], set the [PICTURE SIZE] to [10M
(DMC-FH20/DMC-FH3)/8M (DMC-FH1)] or less.
Even higher levels of magnification are possible when [DIGITALZOOM] is set to [ON] in
[REC] menu .

To make subjects appear closer use (Tele)

Rotate the zoom lever towards Tele.

To make subjects appear further away use (Wide)

Rotate the zoom lever towards Wide.

∫ Types of zooms

Feature Optical Zoom

Maximum
magnification

Picture
quality

8k (DMC-FH20)

5k (DMC-FH3/

DMC-FH1)

No deterioration No deterioration

Conditions None

Extended Optical Zoom

(EZ)

¢

(DMC-FH20)

16.9k

¢

10.5k

(DMC-FH3)

¢

(DMC-FH1)

9.8k

[PICTURE SIZE] with

(P78) is selected .

Digital Zoom

32k (DMC-FH20) (including
Optical Zoom 8k)
20k (DMC-FH3/DMC-FH1)
(including Optical Zoom 5k)

67.5k (DMC-FH20) (including
Extended Optical Zoom 16.9k)

42.2k (DMC-FH3) (including
Extended Optical Zoom 10. 5k)

39.1k (DMC-FH1) (including
Extended Optical Zoom 9. 8k)

The higher the magnification
level, the greater the
deterioration.

[DIGITAL ZOOM] (P86) on the
[REC] menu is set to [ON].

Screen
display

[ ] is displayed. B The Digital Zoom range is

A

displayed.

• When using the Zoom function, an estimate of the focus range will appear in
conjunction with the zoom display bar. [Example: 0.5 m (1.64 ft) –¶]

¢ The magnification level differs depending on [PICT URESIZE] setting.

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∫ Extended Optical Zoom mec hanism

When you set the Picture Size to [ ] (3 million pixels), the 14M (14.1 million pixels)
(DMC-FH20/DMC-FH3)/12M (12.1 million pixels) (DMC-FH1) CCD area is cropped to the
center 3M (3 million pixels) area, allowing a picture with a higher zoom effect.

Note

• The Digital Zoom cannot be set when õ h a s b e en se lected.

• The indicated zoom magnification is an approximation.

• “EZ” is an abbreviation of “Extended optical Zoom”.

• The Optica l Zo om i s set to Wid e (1k) when the camera is turned on.

• If you use the Zoom function after focusing on the subject, focus on the sub ject again.

• 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 using the Digital Zoom, [STABILIZER] may not be effective.

• When using the Digital Zoom, we recommend us ing a tripod and the self-timer (P54) for taking
pictures.

• The Extended Optical Zoom cannot be us ed in the following cases.
– In Macro Zoom Mode
– In [TRANSFORM], [HIGH SENS.], [HI-SPEED BURST], [FLASH BURST], or

[PHOTO FRAME] in Scene Mode

– In Motion Picture Mode

• [DIGITALZOOM] cannot be used in th e following cases.
– In [TRANSFORM], [HIGH SENS.], [HI-SPEED BURST], [FLASH BURST], [FILM GRAIN] or

[PHOTO FRAME] in Scene Mode

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B

A

[PLAYBACK] Mode: ¸

Playing back Pictures ([NORMAL PLAY])

Slide the [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector
switch A

• Normal Playback is set automatical ly in the
following cases.
–When the mode was switched from the [REC] to

–When the camera was turned on while the [REC]/

to [(].

[PLAYBACK].
[PLAYBACK] selector switch was at [(].

Press 2/1 to select the picture.

2: Play back the previous picture
1: Play back the next picture

• Speed of picture forwarding/rewinding changes depending on the playback status.

∫ Fast forwarding/Fast rewinding
Press and hold 2/1 during playback.

2: Fast rewind
1: Fast fo rw ard

• The file number A and the picture number B only
change one by one. Release 2/1 when the number of
the desired picture appears to play back the picture.

• If you keep pressing 2/1, the number of pictures
forwarded/rewound increases .

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A

A

Displaying Multiple Screens (Multi Playback)

Rotate the zoom lever towards [L] (W).

1 screen>12 screens>30 screens>Calendar screen
display (P96)

A Number of the selected picture and th e total number of

recorded pictures

• Rotate the zoom lever towards [Z] (T) to return to the
previous screen.

• Pictur es are not rotated for d is play.

• Pictures displayed using [ ] cannot be played back.

∫ To return to Normal Playback

1 Press 3/4/2/1 to select a picture.

• An icon will be displayed depending on the recorded picture and th e settings.

2 Press [MENU/SET].

• The picture that was selected will appear.

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.

• When y o u m ove the position to be di s p l a yed, the zoom
position indication appears for about 1second.

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.

• The lens barrel retracts about 15 seconds after switching from [REC] Mode to [PLAYBACK]
Mode.

• If you want to save the enlarged picture, use the Croppi ng fu nc t i on . (P101)

• The Playback Zoom may not operate if pictures have been recorded with other equipment.

• Playback Zoom cannot be used during motion picture playback.

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Switching the [PLAYBACK] Mode

Press [MODE] during playback.

1
2 Press 3/4 to select the item and then press

[MENU/SET].

[NORMAL PLAY] (P40)

All the pictures are played back.

[SLIDE SHOW] (P90)

The pictures are played back in sequence.

[CATEGORY PLAY] (P93)

The pictures grouped together in categories are played back.

[FAVORITE PLAY] (P94)

Your favorite pictures are played back.

¢ [F AVORITE PLAY] is not displayed when [FAVORITE] has not been set.

¢

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[PLAYBACK] Mode: ¸

Deleting Pictures

Once deleted, pictures cannot be recovered.

• Pictures on the built-in memory or the card, which is 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].

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To delete multi ple pictu res (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 canceled.

Press [MENU/SET].

Press 3 to select [YES] and then press [MENU/SET] to set.

∫ When [DELETE ALL] has been selected with the [FAVO RITE ] ( P103) setti n g

The selection screen is displayed again. Select [DELETE ALL] or
[ALL D ELETE EXCEPTÜ], press 3 to select [YES] and delete the pictures.
([ALL DELETE EXCEPTÜ] cannot be selected if no pictures have been set as
[FAVORITE].)

Note

• Do not turn the camera off while deleting (while [‚] is displayed). Use a battery with sufficient
battery power or the AC adaptor (optional) and DC coupler (optional).

• If you press [MENU/SET] while deleting pic tures using [DELETE MULTI], [DELETE ALL] or
[ALL DELETE EXCEPT Ü], the deleting will stop halfway.

• Depending on the number of pictures to be deleted, it may take some time to delete them.

If pictures do not conform to the DCF standard or are protected (P106), they will not be

•

deleted even if [DELETE ALL] or [ALL DELETE EXCEPT

Ü] is select e d .

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101010

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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 (P41), while playing back motion
pictures (P95) and during a Slide Show (P90), you can only select

“Normal display F” or “No display H”.

In Recording Mode

C Normal display
D No display
E No display (Recording

guideline)

In Playback Mode

F Normal display
G Display with recording

information

H No display

Note

• In [NIGHT PORTRAIT], [NIGHT SCENERY], [STARRY SKY] and [FIREWORKS] in Scene
Mode, the guideline is gray. (P56)

• In [PHOTO FRAME] in Scene Mode, the guideline is not displayed. (P56)

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∫ 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.

This is used when dividing the entire screen into 3k3 for taking
pictures with a well-balanced composition.

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[REC] Mode: ñ· ¿

Taking Pictures using the Built-in Flash

A Photo flash

Do not cover it with your fingers or other objects.

Switching to the appropriate flash setting

Set the flash to match the recording.

Press 1 [‰].

Press 3/4 to select a mode.

• You can also press 1 [‰] to select.

• For information about f lash settin gs that can be select ed, refer to
“Available flash se ttings by Recording Mode”. (P49)

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.

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Item Description of settings

‡: AUTO

The flash is automatically activated when the recording condit ions make it
necessary.

The flash is automatically activated when the recording condit ions make it

:
AUTO/Red-eye
reduction

necessary.
It is activated once before t he actual recording to reduce th e red-eye
phenomenon (eyes of the subjec t appearing red in the picture) and then

¢

activated again for the actual recording.

• Use this when you take pictures of people in l ow li ghting conditions.

‰:
Forced flash ON

:
Forced ON/
Red-eye
reduction

:
Slow sync./
Red-eye
reduction

Œ:
Forced flash
OFF

The flash is activated every t i me regardless of the recording c onditions.

• Use this when your subject is back-lit or under fluorescent lights.

• The flash setting is set to [ ] only when you set [PARTY] or
[CANDLE LIGHT] in Scene Mode. (P56)

¢

If you take a picture with a dark b ackground, thi s feature will slow t he shutter
speed when the flash is activated so that the dark background will become
bright. Simultaneously it reduces the red-eye phenomenon.

• The flash setting is set to [ ] only when you set

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[NIGHT PORTRA IT], [PARTY], [CANDLE LIGHT] in Scene Mode (P56).

The flash is not activated in any recording conditions.

• Use this when you take pictures in places where the use of the flash
is not permitted.

¢ The flash is activated twice. The subject should not move until the second flash is

activated. Interval until the second flash depends on the brightness of the subject.
[RED-EYE REMOVAL] (P88) on the [REC] Mode menu is set to [ON], [ ] appears on
the flash icon.

∫ About the digital red-eye correction

When [RED-EYE REMOVAL] (P88) has been set to [ON] and Red-Eye Reduction ([ ],
[ ], [ ]) is selected, Digital Red-Eye Correction is performed whenever the flash is
used. The camera automatically detects red-eye and corrects the picture.
(Only available when [AF MODE] is set to [š] and Face Detection is active)

• Under certain circumstan ces, red-eye cannot be corrected.

• In the following cases, Digital Red-Eye Correction does not work.
– When the flash setting is set to [‡], [‰] or [Œ]
– When [RED-EYE REMOVA L] is set to [OFF]
– When [AF MODE] is set to anything except [š]

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∫ Available flash settings by Recording Mode

The available flash settings depend on the Recording Mode.
(±: Available, —: Not available, ¥: Scene Mode initial setting)

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¢ [ ] is displayed. [ ], [ ], [ ] or [ ] is set depending on the type of subject

and bright ne s s.

• The flash setting may change if the Recording Mode is changed. Set the flash setting again if
necessary.

• The flash setting is memorized ev en if the camera is turned of f. However, the Scene Mode flash
setting is reset to the initial setting when the Scene Mode is changed.

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∫ The available flash range to take pictures

• The available flash range is an approximat i on.

DMC-FH20

ISO sensitivity

60 cm (1.97 feet) to 5.8 m (19.0 feet) 1.0 m (3.28 feet) to 3.2 m (10.4 feet)

ISO80 60cm (1.97 feet) to 1.3 m (4.26 feet) ¢
ISO100 60 cm (1.97 feet) to 1.4 m (4.59 feet) ¢
ISO200 60 cm (1.97 feet) to 2.0 m (6.56 feet) 1.0 m (3.28 feet) to 1.1 m (3.61 feet)
ISO400 60 cm (1.97 feet) to 2.9 m (9.51 feet) 1.0 m (3.28 feet) to 1.6 m (5.24 feet)
ISO800 80 cm (2.62 feet) to 4.1 m (13.4 feet) 1.0 m (3.28 feet) to 2.3 m (7.54 feet)

ISO1600 1.15 m (3.77 feet) to 5.8 m (19.0 feet) 1.0 m (3.28 feet) to 3.2 m (10.4 feet)

Wide Tele

Available flash range

DMC-FH3/DMC-FH1

ISO sensitivity

60 cm (1.97 feet) to 6.8 m (22.3 feet) 1.0 m (3.28 feet) to 2.7 m (8.85 feet)

ISO80 60cm (1.97 feet) to 1.5 m (4.92 feet) ¢
ISO100 60 cm (1.97 feet) to 1.7 m (5.58 feet) ¢
ISO200 60 cm (1.97 feet) to 2.4 m (7.87 feet) ¢
ISO400 60 cm (1.97 feet) to 3.4 m (11.2 feet) 1.0 m (3.28 feet) to 1.3 m (4.26 feet)
ISO800 80 cm (2.62 feet) to 4.8 m (15.7 feet) 1.0 m (3.28 feet) to 1.9 m (6.23 feet)

ISO1600 1.15 m (3.77 feet) to 6.8 m (22.3 feet) 1.0 m (3.28 feet) to 2.7 m (8.85 feet)

¢ Recording with zoom magnifi cation of up to 3k is possible. Pictures recorded with Tele may

be darker than normal.

• When you use the flash when you have set ISO sensitivity to [ ], ISO sensitivity
automatically becomes a maximum of [ISO 1600].

• In [HIGH SEN S. ] (P64) in Scene Mode, the ISO sensitivity automatically switches to between
[ISO1600] and [ISO6400] and the available flash range also differs.
Wide:
Approx. 1.15 m (3.77 feet) to approx. 11.6 m (38.0 feet) (DMC-FH20)
Approx. 1.15 m (3.77 feet) to approx. 13.7 m (44.9 feet) (DMC-FH3/DMC-FH1)
Tele:
Approx. 1.0 m (3.28 feet) to approx. 6.5 m (21.3 feet) (DMC-FH20)
Approx. 1.0 m (3.28 feet) to approx. 5.5 m (18.0 feet) (DMC-FH3/DMC-FH1)

• In [FLASH BURST] (P66) in Scene Mode, t he ISO sensitivity automatically switches to
between [ISO100] and [ISO3 200] and the available flash ra nge also differs.
Wide:
Approx. 60 cm (1.97 feet) to approx. 3.4m (11.2 feet) (DMC-FH20)
Approx. 60 cm (1.97 feet) to approx. 4.0m (13.1 feet) (DMC-FH3/DMC-FH1)
Tele:
Approx. 1.0 m (3.28 feet) to approx. 1.9 m (6.23 feet) (DMC-FH20)
Approx. 1.0 m (3.28 feet) to approx. 1.6 m (5.24 feet) (DMC-FH3/DMC-FH1)

Wide Tele

Available flash range

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∫ Shutter speed for each flash setting

Flash setting Shutter speed (Sec.) Flash setting Shutter speed (Sec.)

‡

‰

Œ

1/30 to 1/1600

1 or 1/8 to 1/1600
1 or 1/4 to 1/1600

¢1
¢2

¢1 The shutter speed changes depending on the [STABILIZER] (P87) setting.
¢2 When [ ] in [SENSITIVITY] is set. (P80)

• ¢1, 2: The shutter speed becomes a maximum of 1 second in the following cases.
– When the Optical Image Stabiliz er is set to [OFF].
– When the camera has determined that there is very little jitter when the Optical Image

Stabilizer is set to [MODE1], [MODE2] or [AUTO].

• In Intelligent Auto Mode, shutter speed changes depending on the identified scene.

• In Scene Mode, shutter speed will be dif ferent from the above table.

Note

• If you bring the flash too close to an object, the object may be distorted or discolored by the
heat or lighting from the fla sh.

• When you take a picture beyond the available flash range, the exposure may not be adjusted
properly and the picture may become bright or dark.

• When the flash is being charged, the flas h icon blinks red, and you cannot take a picture even
when you press the shutter button fully.

• The White Balance may not be properly adjusted if the flash level is insufficient for the subject.

• When the shutter speed is fast, the flash effect may not be sufficient.

• It may take time to charge the flash if you repeat taking a picture. Take a picture after the
access indication disappears.

• The red-eye reduction effec t differs between people. Also, if the subject was far away from the
camera or was not looking at the first flash, the effect may not be evident.

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T

W

5 cm (0.17 feet)

1 m (3.28 feet)

[REC] Mode: ·n

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 select ed it em is auto m at i ca lly 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

• Zoom range, focus range, and zoom magnification
are displa ye d during zoomi n g.

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 5 cm (0.17 feet) from the lens by
rotating the zoom lever upmost to Wide (1k).

2.

[AF MACRO]

∫ Focus range in AF Macro Mode

¢ The focus range changes in steps.

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B

A

[MACRO ZOOM]

Y ou can t ake a pi cture with t he Digit al Zoom up to 3k while maintaining the distance to the
subject for the extreme Wide position [5 cm (0.17 feet)].

A Focus range

• Focus range will be 5 cm (0.17 feet) to ¶ during Macro Zoom
Mode regardless of the zoom posit ion.

• Zoom range will be displayed in blue. (digital zoom range B)

• The image quality is poorer than during normal recording.

• The Extended Optical Zoom can not be used.

Note

• We recommend using a tripod and the self-timer.

• We recommend setting the flash to [Œ] when you take
pictures at close range.

• If the distance between the camer a and the subject is beyond the focus range of the camera,
the picture may not be properly focused even if the focus indication lights up.

• When a subject is close to the camera, the effective focus range is significantly narrowed.
Therefore, if the dist anc e b etween t he camera a nd t he su bject is ch anged after focusing on the
subject, it may become difficult to focus on it again.

• Macro Mode gives priority to a subject close to the camera. Therefore, if the distance between
the camera and the subject is f ar, it takes longer to focus on it.

• When you take pictures at close range, the resolution of the periphery of the picture may
decrease slightly. This is not a malfunction.

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[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.

• The self-timer indicator A blinks and the shutt er is
activated after 10seconds (or 2 seconds).

• If you press [MENU/SET] while the self-timer is set, th e
self-timer setting is canceled.

Note

• When using a tripod etc., setting the self-timer to 2 seconds is a convenient way to avoid the
jitter caused by pressing the s hutter button.

• 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 bri ghtly
operating as an AF assist lamp (P 88) to allow the camera to focus on the subject.

• We recommend using a tripod when recording with the self-timer.

• The number of pictures which can be take n in [BURST] is fixed to 3.

• The number of pictures which can be ta ken in [FLASH BURST] in Scene Mode is fixed to 5.

• Self-timer cannot be set to 10 second s in [ SELF PORTRAIT] in Scene Mode.

• Self-timer cannot be used while in [HI-SPEED BURST] in Scene Mode.

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[REC] Mode: ·¿n

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

Compensate the exposure
towards positive.

Properly
exposed

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.

Press [MENU/SET] to finish.

• You can also press the shutter button halfway to finish.

Note

• EV is an abbreviation of [Exposure Value]. It refers to the amount of light given to the CCD by
the aperture value and the shutter speed.

• The exposure compensation value appears on the lower left of the screen.

• The set exposure value is memorized even if the camera is turned off.

• The compensation range of the exposure will be limite d depending on the brightness of the
subject.

• Exposure compensation cannot be used when in [STARRY SKY] in Scene Mode.

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[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)

In [MY SCENE MODE], you can register the Scene Mode you use most frequently as one
of the Recording Modes.

Slide the [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch to [!], and then press
[MODE].

Press 3/4 to select [ ] ([MY SCENE MODE]), and
then press [MENU/SET].

• If you have already registered My Scene Mode, the icon for the
registered Scene Mode will be displayed, rather than [ ].

Press 3/4/2/1 to select the Scene Mode.

• You can switch menu screens from any menu item by rotating
the zoom lever .

Press [MENU/SET] to set.

• The menu screen is switched to the rec ording screen in the
selected Scene Mode.

• The selected Scene Mode is regi stered as My Scene Mode, so that the next time you
are recording, you can select it from [REC MODE].

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∫ Changing My Scene Mode

1 Press [MODE], select the second item from the top and

press [MENU/SET].

2 Press [MENU/SET] to display the menu screen.
3 Press 3 to select [¿], switch menus and press 1.

• For details on switching menus, refer to P22.

4 Press 3/4/2/1 to select the Scene Mode.
5 Press [MENU/SET] to set.

∫ About the information

• If you press [DISPLAY] when selecting a Scene Mode, explanations about each Sc ene Mode
are displayed. (If you pres s [DISPLA Y] again, the screen returns to the Scene Mode menu.)

Selecting the Scene Mode for each recording (Scene Mode)

In [SCENE MODE], you can select the Scene Mode each time you make a recording.

1 In step 2, select [SCENE MODE] and press [MENU/SET].
2 Press 3/4/2/1 to select the Scene Mode, and then press [MENU/SET] to set.

• The recording screen for the selected Scene Mode will be displayed.

Note

• T o change the Scene Mode, pres s [ M ENU/SET] and then press 1, and return to step 3.

• The Scene Mode flash setting is reset to the initial setting when the Scene Mode is changed.

• When you take a picture with a S cene Mode t hat is not adequ ate for t he purpo se, the h ue of the
picture may differ from the actual scene.

• The following items cannot be set in Scene Mode because the camera automatically adjusts
them to the optimal setting.
– [SENSITIVITY]
–[COLORMODE]

• Shutter speed for Scene Modes, except [SPORTS], [NIGHT PORTRAIT], [NIGHTSCENERY],
[CANDLE LIGHT], [BABY1]/[BABY2], [PET], [FLASH BURST], [STARRY SKY] and
[FIREWORKS], will be from 1/8th of a seco nd to 1/1600th of a second.

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[PORTRAIT]

When taking pictures of people outdoors during the daytime, this mode allows you to
improve the appearance and make their skin tones look healthier.

∫ Technique for Portra it 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].

[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. is a color close to skin color, this part is also smoothed.

• This mode may not be effective when there is i nsufficient brightness.

• The initial setting for [AF MODE] is [š].

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[TRANSFORM]

Subject can be recorded either slim or stretched, and at the same time, skin can be
recorded smoothly.

1 Press 3/4 to select the setting, and then press [MENU/

SET].

• It can be set from the quic k menu (P23).

2 T ake pictures.

Note

• [PICTURE SIZE] is fixed as given below.
–[ ] for [X], [ ] for [Y] and [ ] for [W]

• You can take pictures suitable for 4 qk6q/10k15 cm printing.

• The initial setting for [AF MODE] is [š].

• When [SLIM HIGH] or [STRETCHHIGH] is set, Face Detection may not function fully.

• Transform Mode cannot be us ed withou t no tify ing the cop yright owner, except for personal use.

• Do not use the material against the public order and morals, or to offend someone.

• Do not use the material against the object’s interest.

[SELF PORTRAIT]

Select this to take pictures of yourself.

∫ Technique for Self Portrait Mode

• Press the shutter button halfway to focus. The self- time r indicat or
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 focus e d w h en t h e self-timer ind i c a to r is
blinking. Make sure to press the s hutter button halfway aga in to
focus.

• The recorded picture automatically app ears on the LCD monitor
for reviewing.

• If the picture is blurry due to the slow shutter speed, we recommend using the 2second
self-timer.

Note

• The focus range is about 30 cm (0.99 feet) to 1.2 m (3.94 feet) (Wide).

• The zoom magnification is automatically moved t o Wi de (1k).

• The self-timer can only be set to off or 2 seconds. If it is set to 2 seconds, this setting will
remain until the camera is turned off, the Scene Mode is changed or [REC] Mode or
[PLA YBACK] Mode is selected.

• The Stabilizer F unction Mode is fixed to [MODE2]. (P87)

• The initial setting for [AF MODE] is [š].

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[SCENERY]

This allows you to take pictures of a wide landscape.

Note

• The flash setting is fixed to [Œ].

• The focus range is 5m (16.4 feet) to ¶.

[SPORTS]

Set here when you want to take pictures of sports scenes or other fast-moving events.

Note

• When the ca m era is se t to [STABILIZER] an d ther e i s very lit tle jitte r, or if [STABILIZER] is set
to [OFF], shutter spee d may s l ow down up to 1 second.

• This mode is suitable for taking pictures of subjects at dist ances of 5 m (16.4 feet) or more.

• [ ] in [SENSITIVITY] is activated, and maximum ISO sensitivity level becomes [ISO1600].

[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. (Yo u ca n set to [ ].)

• Ask the subject not to move while taking a picture.

• We recommend rotating the zoom lever to Wide (1k) and being about 1.5m (4.92 feet) from
the subject when taking a picture.

Note

• The focus range is 60 cm (1.97 feet) (Wide)/1.2 m (3.94 feet) (Tele) to 5 m (16.4 feet).

• We recommend using a tripod and the self-timer for taking pictures.

• When the ca m era is se t to [STABILIZER] an d ther e i s very lit tle jitte r, or if [STABILIZER] is set
to [OFF], shutter spee d may s l ow down up to 8 seconds.

• The shutter may remain closed (max. about 8 sec.) after taking the picture because of signal
processi ng . T h is is not a malfunc t i on.

• Noise may become visible when you take pictures in dark places.

• The initial setting for [AF MODE] is [š].

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[NIGHT SCENERY]

This allows you to take vivid pictures of the nightscape.

Note

• The flash setting is fixed to [Œ].

• The focus range is 5m (16.4 feet) to ¶.

• We recommend using a tripod and the self-timer for taking pictures.

• When the ca m era is se t to [STABILIZER] an d ther e i s very lit tle jitte r, or if [STABILIZER] is set
to [OFF], shutter spee d may s l ow down up to 8 seconds.

• The shutter may remain closed (max. about 8 sec.) after taking the picture because of signal
processi ng . T h is is not a malfunc t i on.

• Noise may become visible when you take pictures in dark places.

[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 5cm (0.17 feet) (Wide)/1 m (3.28 feet) (Tele) to ¶.

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[PARTY]

Select this when you want to take pictures at a wedding reception, an indoor party etc.
This allows you to take pictures of people and the background with near real-life
brightness.

∫ Technique for Party Mode

• Use the flash. (Y o u can set to [ ] or [ ].)

• We recommend using a tripod and the self-timer for taking pictures.

• We recommend rotating the zoom lever to Wide (1k) and being about 1.5m (4.92 feet) from
the subject when taking pictures.

Note

• The initial setting for [AF MODE] is [š].

[CANDLE LIGHT]

This mode allows you to take pictures with a candle-lit atmosphere.

∫ Technique for Candle Light Mode

• This is more effective when taking pictures without using the flash.

Note

• The focus range is 5cm (0.17 feet) (Wide)/1 m (3.28 feet) (Tele) to ¶.

• We recommend using a tripod and the self-timer for taking pictures.

• When the ca m era is se t to [STABILIZER] an d ther e i s very lit tle jitte r, or if [STABILIZER] is set
to [OFF], shutter spee d may s l ow down up to 1 second.

• The initial setting for [AF MODE] is [

š].

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[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] (P97).

∫ 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].
3 Enter the birthday or na me.

Birthday:

2/1: Select the items (year/month/day).
3/4:Set.

[MENU/SET]: Exit.
Name: For details on how to enter characters, refer to “Entering Text” on P89.

• When the birthday or name is set, [AGE] or [NAME] is automatically set to [O N].

• If [ON] is selected when the bi rthday or name has not been registered, the setting screen
appears automatically.

4 Press [MENU/SET] to finish.

∫ To cancel [AGE] and [NAME]

Select the [OFF] setting in step

Note

• The age and name can be printed out using the “PHOTOfunSTUDIO” bundled software on the
CD-ROM (supplied).

• If [AGE] or [NAME] is set to [OFF] even when the birthday or name has been se t, the age or
name will not be displayed. Before taking pictures, set [AGE] or [NAME] to [ON].

• The focus range is 5cm (0.17 feet) (Wide)/1 m (3.28 feet) (Tele) to ¶.

• When the ca m era is se t to [STABILIZER] an d ther e i s very lit tle jitte r, or if [STABILIZER] is set
to [OFF], shutter spee d may s l ow down up to 1 second.

• [ ] in [SENSITIVITY] is activated, and maximum ISO sensitivity level becomes [ISO1600].

• If the camera is turned on with [BAB Y1]/[BABY2] set, the age and name are displayed at the
lower left of the screen for about 5 seconds, along with the current date and time.

• If the age is not properly displayed, check the clock and birthday settings.

• The birthday setting and name setti ng can be reset with [RESET].

• The initial setting for [AF MODE] is [š].

2 of the “Birthday/Name setting” procedure.

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[PET]

Select this when you want to take pictures of a pet such as a dog or a cat.
Y ou 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] (P97).

For information about [AGE] or [NAME], refer to [BABY1]/[BABY2] on P63.

Note

• The initial setting for the AF Assist Lamp is [O F F].

• The initial setting for [AF MODE] is [Ø].

• Refer to [BABY1]/[BABY2] for other information about this mode.

[SUNSET]

Select this when you want to take pictures of a sunset view. This allows you to take vivid
pictures of the red color of the sun.

Note

• The flash setting is fixed to [Œ].

• ISO sensitivity is fixed to [ISO80].

[HIGH SENS.]

This mode minimizes the jitter of the subjects, and enables you to take pictures of these
subjects in dimly lit rooms. (Select this for high-sensitivity processing. The Sensitivity
automatically switches to between [ISO1600] and [ISO6400].)

∫ Picture Size

1 Press 3/4 to select the Picture Size and then press [MENU/SET ] to set.

• 3M (4:3), 2.5M (3:2) or 2M (16:9) is sele ct ed as the Picture Size.

2 T ake pictures.

Note

• You can take pictures suitable for 4 qk6q/10k15 cm printing.

• The focus range is 5cm (0.17 feet) (Wide)/1 m (3.28 feet) (Tele) to ¶.

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[HI-SPEED BURST]

This is a convenient mode for shooting rapid movement or a decisive moment.

∫ Picture Size

1 Press 3/4 to select the Picture Size and then press [MENU/SET ] to set.

• 3M (4:3), 2.5M (3:2) or 2M (16:9) is sele ct ed as the Picture Size.

2 T ake pictures.

• Still pictures are taken continuously while the shutter button is pressed fully.

Maximum Burst
speed

Number of
recordable pictures

• The burst speed changes according to the recording conditions .

• The number of burst recordin g p ictu res are l i mite d by th e pi ctu re-t ak ing cond iti ons a nd the ty pe
and/or status of the c ard used.

• The number of burst recording pictures increase immediately after format ting.

approx. 4.6 pictures/second (DMC-FH20/DMC-FH3)
approx. 5.5 pictures/second (DMC-FH1)

approx. 15 (built-in memory)/approx. 15 to 100
DMC-FH3)
approx. 10 (built-in memory)/approx. 10 to 100

¢ the maximum is 100.

¢

(card) (DMC-FH20/

¢

(card) (DMC-FH1)

Note

• The flash setting is fixed to [Œ].

• You can take pictures suitable for 4 qk6q/10k15 cm printing.

• The focus range is 5cm (0.17 feet) (Wide)/1 m (3.28 feet) (Tele) to ¶.

• The focus, zoom, exposure, white balanc e, shutter speed and ISO sens itivity are fixed to the
settings for the first picture.

• The ISO sensitivity automatically switches to between [ISO500] and [ISO800]. However, the
ISO sensitivity is increase d to make the shutter speed become high-speed.

• Depending on the operating conditions, it may take time to take the next picture.

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[FLASH BURST]

Still pictures are taken continuously with flash. It is convenient to take continuous still
pictures in dark places.

∫ Picture Size

1 Press 3/4 to select the Picture Size and then press [MENU/SET ] to set.

• 3M (4:3), 2.5M (3:2) or 2M (16:9) is sele ct ed as the Picture Size.

2 T ake pictures.

• Still pictures are taken continuously while the shutter button is pressed fully.

Number of recordable
pictures

max. 5 pictures

Note

• You can take pictures suitable for 4 qk6q/10k15 cm printing.

• The focus range is 5cm (0.17 feet) (Wide)/1 m (3.28 feet) (Tele) to ¶.

• The focus, zoom, exposure, shutter speed, ISO sensitivity, and flash level are fixed to the
settings for the first picture.

• The shutter speed becomes 1/30th of a second to 1/1600th of a second.

• [ ] in [SENSITIVITY] is activated, and maximum ISO sensitivity level becomes [ISO3200].

• See the No te on P51 when using the flash.

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[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 chan ge the number of seconds using th e quick menu. (P23)

2 T ake pictures.

• Press the shutter but ton fully to display the c ountdown screen. Do
not move the camera after this screen is displayed. When
countdown finishes, [PLEASE WAIT...] is displayed for the same
length of time as the set shut ter speed for signal processi ng.

• Press [MENU/SET] to stop taking the picture while the countdown
screen is displayed.

∫ Technique for Starry Sky Mode

• The shutter opens for 15, 30 or 60 seconds. Be sure to use a tripod. We also recommend
taking pictures with the self-timer.

Note

• The flash setting is fixed to [Œ].

• The Optical Image Stabilizer function is fixed to [OFF].

• ISO sensitivity is fixed to [ISO80].

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[FIREWORKS]

This mode allows you to take beautiful pictures of fireworks exploding in the night sky.

∫ Technique for Fireworks Mode

• Since the shutter speed becomes slower, we recommend using a tripod.

Note

• The flash setting is fixed to [Œ].

• This mode is most effective when the subject is 10m (32.8 feet) or more away.

• The shutter speed changes accordingly:
– When [OFF] is set on the Optical Image Stabilizer function: Fixed to 2 seconds
– When [AUTO], [MODE1] or [MODE2] is set on the Optical Image Stabilizer function: 1/4th of a

second or 2 seconds (The shutter speed becomes 2 seconds only when the camera has
determined that there is lit tle jitter such as when using a tri pod etc.)

– You can change the shutter speed by compensating the exposure.

• The AF area is not displayed.

• ISO sensitivity is fixed to [ISO80].

[BEACH]

This allows you to take even more vivid pictures of the blue color 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 th at sand or seawater do es
not get onto the lens or in the terminals.

• Problems caused by sand, seawater and fresh water are not covered by the pro duct warranty.

[SNOW]

This allows you to take pictures that show the snow as white as possible at a ski resort or
a snow-covered mountain.

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[AERIAL PHOTO]

This mode allows you to take pictures through an airplane window.

∫ Technique for Aeria l Photo Mode

• We recommend using this technique if it is difficult to focus when taki ng pictures of clouds etc.
Aim the camera at something with high contrast, press the shut ter button halfway to fix the
focus and then aim the camera at the subject and press the shutter button fully to take the
picture.

Note

• The flash setting is fixed to [Œ].

• The focus range is 5m (16.4 feet) to ¶.

• Turn the camera off when taking off or landing.

• When using the camera, follow all ins t ructions from the cabin crew.

• Be careful about the reflection from the window.

[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 5cm (0.17 feet) (Wide)/1 m (3.28 feet) (Tele) to ¶.

[PHOTO FRAME]

Record the image with a frame around it.

∫ Setting the frame

1 Press 2/1 to select the frame to use, and then press [MENU/SET].

• The number of pixels is fixed to 2M (4:3).

2 T ake pictures.

Note

• [AUTO REVIEW] is fixed to [2SEC.].

• The color of the frame displayed on the screen and the color of the frame ar ound the actual
image may differ, but this is not a malfunction.

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C

A B

[REC] Mode: n

Advanced (Recording pictures)

Motion Picture Mode

Slide the [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch to [!], and then press
[MODE].

Press 3/4 to select [MOTION PICTURE], and then press [MENU/
SET].

Press the shutter button halfway to focus
and then press it fully to start recording.

A Audio recording

• The available recording time B is displayed on the top
right and the elapsed recording time C is displayed on
the bottom right of the screen.

• After pressing the shu tter button fully, release it straight
away.

• When the subject is focused, the focus indication
lights.

• The focus and zoom are fixed to the setting when
recording starts (the first frame).

• The audio is also recorded simultaneously from the
built-in microphone on this unit. (Motion pictures
cannot be recorded without audio.)

Press the shutter button fully to stop recording.

• If the built-in memory or the card becomes full in the middle of recording, the camera
stops recording automatically.

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Changing the settings for the Recording Quality

Press [MENU/SET].

Press 3/4 to select [REC QUALITY] and then
press 1.

Press 3/4 to select the item and then press
[MENU/SET].

Item Picture Size fps Aspect Ratio

¢

¢

¢

¢Cannot be recorded in the built-in memory.

1280k720 pixels 30

848k480 pixels 30
640k480 pixels 30
320k240 pixels 30

Press [MENU/SET] to close the menu.

• You can also press the shutter button halfway to close the menu.

16:9

4:3

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Note

• The flash setting is fixed to [Œ].

• Use a card with SD Speed Class
¢ SD speed class is the speed standard regarding continuous writing.

• Refer to P142 for information about the available recording ti me.

• 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 m otion picture s. T h i s is no t a m al f un c t i on .

• When motion pictures recorded with the camera are played back on other equipment, the
quality of the picture and sound may deteriorate and it may not be pos sible to play them back.
Also the recording information may not be displayed correctly.

• Sound from motion pictures recor ded by t his came ra cannot b e pl ayed back by olde r models of
Panasonic digital cameras (LUMIX) launched before July 2008.

• In Motion Picture Mode, the following fu nctions cannot be used.
–[š] and [Ø] in [AF MODE]
– Direction detection function
– [OFF], [AUTO] and [MODE2] on the Optical Image Stabilizer function

• [DIGITALZOOM] and [AF ASSIST LAMP] cannot be set in Motion Pi cture Mode. Setting of
other recording mode will be reflecte d.

• We recommend you use a battery with suf ficient battery power or the AC adapt or when
recordin g m otion picture s .

• If while recording motion pictur es using the AC ad aptor a nd t he power s upply is c ut of f d ue t o a
power outage or if the AC adaptor is disc onnected etc., the motion picture being recorded will
not be recorded.

• Sound of operation may be recorded when but ton or other operations are performed during
motion picture recording.

¢

with “Class 6” or higher when recording motion pictures.

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[REC] Mode: ñ· ¿n

Useful Functions at Travel Destinations

Recording which Day of the Vacation You Take the Picture

For details on the [SETUP] menu settings, refer to P21.

If you set the departure date or the travel destination of the vacation in advance, the
number of days that have passed since the departure date is recorded when you take the
picture. Y ou can display the number of days that have passed when playing back the
pictures and stamp it on the recorded pictures with [TEXT STAMP] (P97).

• The number of days that have passed since the departure date can be printed out using the
“PHOTOfunSTUDIO” bundled software on the CD-ROM (supplied).

• Select [CLOCK SET] to set the current date and time in advance. (P18)

Select [TRA VEL DATE] from the [SETUP] menu, and
then press 1.

Press 3 to select [TRAVEL SETUP] and then press

1.

Press 4 to select [SET] and then press [MENU/
SET].

Press 3/4/2/1 to set the departure date (year/
month/day), and then press [MENU/SET].

Press 3/4/2/1 to set the return date (year/month/
day), and then press [MENU/SET].

• If you do not want to set the re turn da te, pres s [MENU/SET] while
the date bar is displayed.

Press 4 to select [LOCATION] and then press 1.

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Press 4 to select [SET] and then press [MENU/
SET].

Enter the location.

• For details on how to enter characters, refer to “Entering Text” on P89.

Press [MENU/SET] twice to close the menu.

Take a picture.

• 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.

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∫ Canceling the Travel Date

The Travel Date is automatically canceled if the current date is after the return date. If you
want to cancel the Travel Date before the end of the vacation, select [OFF] on the screen
shown in step
[OFF] in step

3 or 7 and then press [MENU/SET] twice. If the [TRAV EL SETUP] is set to

3, [LOCATION] will be also set to [OFF].

Note

• The Travel Date is calcul ated using the date in th e clock set ting an d the depa rture da te you set .
If you set [WORLD TIME] (P76) to the travel de stinati on, the T r avel Date is calculate d using the
date in the clock setting an d the travel destination setting.

• The Travel Date setting is memorized even if the camera is turned off.

• If [TRAVEL DATE] is set to [OFF], the number of days that have passed since the departure
date will not be recorded. Even if [TRAVEL DATE] is set to [SET] after taking th e pictures,
which day of the vacation you took them is not displayed.

• If you set a departure date and then take a picture on a date before this departure date, [-]
(minus) is displayed in orange and the day of the vacation that you took the picture is not
recorded.

• If the Travel Date is displayed as [-] (minus) in white, there is a time difference that involves
date change between the [HOME] and [DESTINATION]. (It will be recorded)

• [LOCATION] cannot be recorded when taking motion pictures.

• Intelligent Auto Mode cannot be set. Setting of other Recording Mode will be reflected.

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A

B

C
E

D

Recording Dates/Times at Overseas Travel Destinations (World Time)

For details on the [SETUP] menu settings, refer to P21.

You can display the local times at the travel destinations and record them on the pictures
you take.

• Select [CLOCK SET] to set the current date and time in advance. (P18)

Select [WORLD TIME] from the [SETUP] menu,
and then press 1.

• When first using the camera af ter purchasing it, the

[PLEASE SET THE H O ME AREA] message appears.

Press [MENU/SET], and set the home area on the screen in
step

3.

Press 4 to select [HOME], and then press
[MENU/SET].

Press 2/1 to select the home area, and then
press [MENU/SET].

A Current time
B Time difference from GMT (Greenwich Mean Time)

• If daylight savi ng time [ ] is used a t th e ho me ar ea, pr ess

3. Press 3 again to return to the original time.

• The daylight saving time setting for the home area does not
advance the current time. Advance the clock setting by one
hour.

Press 3 to select [DESTINATION] and then
press [MENU/SET] to set.

C Depending on the setting, the time at t he travel destination

area or the home area is displayed.

Press 2/1 to select the area the travel
destination is in and then press [MENU/SET] to
set.

D Current time of the destination area
E Time difference

• If daylight saving time [ ] is used at the travel destinat ion,
press 3. ( The time advanc es by one hour.) Press 3 again to
return to the ori ginal time.

Press [MENU/SET] to close the menu.

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Note

• Return the setting to [HOME] when the vacation is finished by perfo rming steps 1, 2 and 3.

• If [HOME] is already set, change only the travel destination, and use.

• If you cannot find the travel dest ination 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.

•

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Using the [REC] Mode Menu

[PICTURE SIZE]

For details on [REC] Mode menu settings, refer to P21.

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:

X 4320k3240 pixels
X 4000k3000 pixels
X
X
X 2560k1920 pixels
X
X 640k480 pixels
Y 4320k2880 pixels
Y 4000k2672 pixels
W 4320k2432 pixels
W 4000k2248 pixels

¢1 DMC-FH20/DMC-FH3
¢2 DMC-FH1
¢3 This item cannot be set in the Intelligent Auto Mode.

[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.

¢3
¢3

¢3

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3648k2736 pixels
3264k2448 pixels

2048k1536 pixels

¢1
¢2
¢1
¢2

¢1
¢2
¢1
¢2

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Note

• “EZ” is an abbreviation of “Extended 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 lar ge piec e of p ap er or di sp layed on a
PC monitor.

A Many pixels (Fine)
B Few pixels (Rough)

¢ These pictures are examples to show the effect.

• The Extended Optical Zoom does not work whe n [MACRO
ZOOM] is set or in [TRANSFORM], [HIGH SENS.], [HI-SPEED BURST], [FLASH BURST], and
[PHOTO FRAME] in Scene Mode so the Picture Size for [ ] is not displayed.

• Pictures may appear mosaic depending on the subject and the recording conditions.

• Refer to P140 for information about the number of recordable pictures.

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[SENSITIVITY]

For details on [REC] Mode menu settings, refer to P21.

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.

Applicable modes:

[ ]/[80]/[100]/[200]/[400]/[800]/[1600]

·

ISO sensitivity

Recording location
(recommended)

Shutter speed Slow Fast
Noise Less Increased

When it is light (outdoors) When it is dark

80 1600

Note

• When setting to [ ], the camera detec ts movement of the subject and then sets the
optimal ISO sensitivit y an d shut ter s pe ed ac cordin g t o moveme nt and bri ght ness of the su bject .

• T o avoid picture noise, we recommend that yo u either reduce the ISO sensitivity level or set
[COLOR MODE] to [NATURAL], and then take pictures. (P86)

• The ISO sensitivity automaticall y chan ges be twee n [ISO 160 0] and [ I SO6400] in [H IGHSENS.]
in Scene Mode.

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[WHITE BALANCE]

For details on [REC] Mode menu settings, refer to P21.

In sunlight, under incandescent lights or in other such conditions where the color of white
takes on a reddish or bluish tinge, this item adjusts to the color of white which is closest to
what is seen by the eye in accordance with the light source.

Applicable modes:

[AWB]: Automatic adjustment
[V]: When taking pictures outdoors under a clear sky
[Ð]: When taking pictures outdoors under a cloudy sky
[î]: When taking pictures outdoors in the shade
[Ñ]: When taking pictures under incandescent lights
[Ò]: Value set by using [Ó]
[Ó]: Set manually

Note

• The Optimal White Balance will differ de pen ding on t he ty pe of hal ogen light ing bein g reco rded
under so use [AWB] or [Ó].

• The White Balance setting is memorized even if the camera is turned off. (However, the White
Balance setting for a Scene Mode returns to [A WB] when the Scene Mode is changed.)

• In the Scene Modes listed below , White Balance is fixed to [AWB].
– [SCENERY]/[NIGHT PORTRAIT]/[NIGHT SCENERY]/[FOOD]/[PARTY]/[CANDLE LIGHT]/

[SUNSET]/[FLASH BURST]/[STARRY SKY]/[FIREWORKS]/[BEACH]/[SNOW]/
[AERIAL PHOTO]/[FILM GRAIN]

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∫ Auto White Balance

Depending on the conditions prevailing when pictures are taken, the pictures may take on
a reddish or bluish tinge. Furthermore, when a multiple number of light sources are being
used or there is nothing with a color close to white, Auto White Balance may not function
properly. In a case like this, set the White Balance to a mode other than [AWB].

1 Auto White Balance will work within this range.
2 Blue sky
3 Cloudy sky (Rain)
4 Shade
5 TV screen
6 Sunlight

1)

2)

3)

4)

5)

6)

7)

7 White fluorescent light
8 Incandescent light bulb
9 Sunrise and sunset
10 Candlelight

8)

9)

10)

KlKelvin Color Temper ature

∫ Setting the White Balance manually

1 Select [Ó] and then press [MENU/SET].
2 Aim the camera at a sheet of white paper etc. so that the

frame in the center is filled by the white object only and then
press [MENU/SET].

• White Balance may not be set correctly when the subject is too
bright or too dark. Set the White Balance again after adjusting to appropriate brightness.

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[AF MODE]

For details on [REC] Mode menu settings, refer to P21.

This allows the appropriate focusing method to be selected.

Applicable modes:

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[š]: Face Detection

focus and exposure can then be adjusted to fit that face no
matter what portion of the picture it is in. (max. 15 areas)

The camera automatically detects the person’s face. The

[]: 9-area-focusing

[Ø]: 1-area-focusing

The camera focuses on any of 9 focus areas. This is effective
when the subject is not in the center of the screen.

The camera focuses on the subject in the AF area on the
center of the screen.

Note

• The camera is focusing on all the AF areas when multiple AF areas (max. 9 areas) light at the
same time in [ ]. If you want to determine the focus position to take pictures, switch th e AF
Mode to [Ø].

• If the AF Mode is set to [ ], the AF area is not displayed until the picture is brought into foc us.

• The camera may detect subjects other than a person as the face. In this case, switch the AF
Mode to any modes other than [š] and then take a picture.

• The AF Mode cannot be set in [FIREWORKS ] in Scene Mode.

• It is not possi ble to set [
– In [NIGH T SCE NERY ] , [FO O D ], [S TARRY SKY] and [AERIA L PHOTO ] in Sce n e M o de .

š] in the following cases.

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∫ 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 brought into focus.

• Under certain picture-taking con ditions including the following cases, the facial recognition
function may fai l to work. [AF MODE] is switched to [ ].
– When the face is not facing the camera
– When the face is at an angle
– When the face is extremely bright or dark
– When there is little contrast on the faces
– When the facial features are hidden behind sunglasses, etc.
– When the face appears small on the screen
– When there is rapid movement
– When the subject is not a human being
– When the camera is shaking
– When Digital Zoom is used

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[BURST]

For details on [REC] Mode menu settings, refer to P21.

Pictures are taken continuously while the shutter button is pressed.
Select the ones you really like from among the pictures you have taken.

Applicable modes:
[OFF], [˜]

Burst speed (pictures/second)

Number of recordable p ictures

• The burst speed values given above apply when the shutter speed is 1/60 or faster.

Note

• About [BURST]

– The burst speed becomes slower halfway. The exact timing of th is depends on the type of

card and the Picture Size.

– You can t ake pictures until the capa city of the built-in memory or the card is full.

• The focus is fixed when the first picture is taken.

• The exposure and White Balance are adjusted each time you take a picture.

• When the self-timer is used, the number of re cordable pictures in Burst Mode is fixed to 3.

• If you are following a moving subject while tak i ng pictures in a place (landscape) indoors,
outdoors etc. where there is a large difference between the light and s hade, the exposure may
not become optimal.

• The burst speed (pictures/second) may become slower depending on the recording
environment such as in dark places , if the ISO sensitivity is high etc.

• Burst Mode is not canceled when the camera is swi tc hed off.

• If you take pictures in Burst Mode with the built-in memory, it will take time to write the picture
data.

•[Œ] is set for the flash when Burst is set.

• Burst cannot be used in [TRANSFORM], [HI-SPEED BURST], [FLASH BURST],
[STARRY SKY] , [F IL M GRA IN ] or [P H OTO FRAM E ] in Sc e n e Mo de .

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approx. 1.5 (DMC-FH20/DMC-FH3)

approx. 1.8 (DMC-FH1)

Depends on the remaining capacity of the

built-in memory/card.

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[DIGITAL ZOOM]

For details on [REC] Mode menu settings, refer to P21.

This can enlarge subjects even more than the Optical Zoom or Extended Optical Zoom.

Applicable modes:

[OFF]/[ON]

Note

• Refer to P38 for details.

• If camera shake (jitter) is a problem during zoo m ing, it is recommended that [STABILIZER] be
set to [AUTO] or [MODE1 ].

• The setting is fixed to [ON] in Macro Zoom Mode.

• [DIGITALZOOM] cannot be set in Motion Picture Mode. Setting of other rec ording mode will be
reflected.

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[COLOR MODE]

For details on [REC] Mode menu settings, refer to P21.

Using these modes, the pictures can be made sharper or softer, the colors of the pictures
can be turned into sepia colors or other color effects can be achieved.

Applicable modes:

[STANDARD]: This is the standard setting.
[NATURAL]: The picture becomes softer.
[VIVID]: The picture becomes sharper.
[B/W]: The picture becomes black and white.
[SEPIA]: The picture becomes sepia.
[COOL]: The picture becomes bluish.
[WARM]: The picture becomes reddish.

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Note

• When you take pictures in dark places, noise may become visible. To avoid noise, we
recommend setting to [NATURAL].

• You cannot set [NATURAL], [VIVID], [COOL] or [WARM] in Intelligent Auto Mode.

• In Intel lig e nt Au to Mode, you can set this mode sepa r a te ly.

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Advanced (Recording pictures)

[STABILIZER]

For details on [REC] Mode menu settings, refer to P21.

Using one of these modes, jitter during picture taking is detected, and the camera
automatically compensates the jitter, enabling jitter-free images to be taken.

Applicable modes:

[OFF]
[AUTO]: The optimum jitter compensation is selected depending on the condition.
[MODE1]: Jitter is always compensated during [REC] Mode.
[MODE2]: The jitter is compensated for when the shutter button is pressed.

Note

• The Stabilizer function may not be effective in the following cases.
– When there is a lot of jitter.
– When the zoom magnification is high.
– In Digital Zoom range.
– When taking pictures while following a moving subject.
– When the shutter speed becomes slower to take pictures indoors or in dark places.
Be careful of camera jitter when you press the shutter button.

• The setting is fixed to [MODE2] with [SEL FPORTRAIT] in Scene Mode and to [OFF] in
[STARRY SKY] in Scene Mode.

• The setting is fixed to [MODE1] in Motion Picture Mode.

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Advanced (Recording pictures)

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[AF ASSIST LAMP]

For details on [REC] Mode menu settings, refer to P21.

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

• The effective range of the AF assis t lamp is 1.5 m (4.92 feet).

• When you do not want to use the AF assist lamp A (e.g. when tak ing

• [AF ASSIST LAMP] is fixed to [OFF] in [SELF PORTRAIT], [SCENERY],

• [AF ASSIST LAMP] cannot be set in Motion Picture Mode. Setting of other

button is pressed halfway. (Larger AF areas are now displayed.)

Note

pictures of animals in dark pl aces), set the [AFASSIST LAMP] to [OFF]. In
this case, it will become more difficult to focus on the subject.

[NIGHT SCENERY], [SUN S ET ] , [F IREWORKS] and [AE R IA L PHOTO ] in
Scene Mode.

recording mode will be reflected.

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[RED-EYE REMOVAL]

For details on [REC] Mode menu settings, refer to P21.

When the flash is used with the Red-eye reduction ([ ], [ ], [ ]) selected, it will
automatically detect and correct the red-eye in the image data.

Applicable modes:
[OFF]/[ON]

Note

• It may not be able to correct the red-eye depending on the recording conditions.

• When the Digital Red-Eye Correction is set to [ON], [ ] appears on the flash icon.

• Refer to P48 for details.

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[CLOCK SET]

For details on [REC] Mode menu settings, refer to P21.

To set the year, month, day and time
It functions in exactly the same way as [CLOCK SET] (P24) in the [SETUP] menu.

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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 [BA BY 1 ]/[BABY2] or [PET] (P63) in Scene Mode.
– [LOCATION] in [TRAVEL DATE] (P73).

Press 3/4/2/1 to select text and then press
[MENU/SET] to register.

• Press [DISPLAY] to switch text between [A] (capitals), [a] (lower
case) and [&/1] (special characters and numbers).

• The entry position cu rsor can be moved left and right wit h the
zoom lever.

• To enter a blank, move the cursor to [SP ACE ], to delet e an ent ere d chara cter, move the
cursor to [DELETE], or to stop editing during text ent ry, move the cursor to [CANCEL],
and press [MENU/SET].

• A maximum of 30 characters can be entered.

Press 3/4/2/1 to move the cursor to [SET] and then press [MENU/
SET] to end text input.

• Display will return to the appropriate setting screen.

Note

• T ext can be scrolled if all of the entered text does not fi t on the screen.

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Advanced (Playback)

[PLAYBACK] Mode: ¸

Advanced (Playback)

Playing Back Pictures in Sequence (Slide Show)

Y ou 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.
Furthermore, you can play back the pictures grouped together by category or play back
only those pictures you have set as Favorites as a Slide Show.
This playback method is recommended when you have connected the camera to a TV set
to view the pictures you have taken.

Slide the [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch to
[(], and then press [MODE].

Press 3/4 to select [SLIDE SHOW], and then
press [MENU/SET].

Press 3/4 to select the item and then press
[MENU/SET].

• [FAVORITE] can be selected only when [FAVORITE] on the
[PLAYBACK] menu (P103) is at [ON] and th ere are pictures
already set as Favorites.

• During [CATEGORY SELECTION], press 3/4/2/1 to select a
category, and then press [MENU/SET] to proceed to step
Refer to P93 for category details.

Press 3 to select [START] and then press [MENU/
SET].

4.

Press 4 to finish the Slide Show.

• Normal Playback resumes aft er the Slide Show finishes.

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Advanced (Playback)

∫ Operations performed dur ing Slide Show

The cursor displayed during playback is the same as 3/4/2/1.

• The menu screen is restored when [‚] is press ed.

A Play/Pause
B Stop
C Back to previous picture
D Ahead to next picture

¢ These operations can be performed only in the Pause Mode.

E Reduce volume level
F Increase volume level

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Advanced (Playback)

∫ Changing the Slide Show settings

You can change the settings for Slide Show Playback by selecting
[EFFECT] or [SETUP] on the Slide Show menu screen.

[EFFECT]

This allows you to select the screen effects or music effects when
switching from one picture to the next.
[NATURAL], [SLOW], [SWING], [URBAN], [OFF], [AUTO]

• When [URBAN] has been selected, the picture may appear in black and white as a screen
effect.

• [AUTO] can be used only when [CATEGORY SELECTION] has been selected. The pictures
are played back with the recommended effects in each cat egory.

[SETUP]

[DURATION] or [REPEAT] can be set.

Item Settings

[DURATION] 1SEC./2SEC./3SEC./5SEC.
[REPEAT] ON/OFF
[MUSIC] ON/OFF

• [DURATION] can be set only when [OFF] has been selected as the [EFFECT] setting.

• [MUSIC] cannot be selected when [OFF] has been selected as the [EFFECT] setting.

Note

• Motion pictures cannot be played b ack as a S lide Show. When [Í] (motion picture) is selected
in [CATEGORY], the first frames of the mot i on pictures are displayed as still pictures in a slide
show.

• It is not possible to add new music effects.

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Advanced (Playback)

[PLAYBACK] Mode: ¸

Selecting Pictures and Playing them Back

([CATEGORY PLAY]/[FAVORITE PLAY])

[CATEGORY PLAY]

This mode allows you to search images by Scene Mode or other categories (such as
[PORTRAIT], [SCENERY] or [NIGHT S CENE RY]) and sort the pictures into each of the
categories. You can then play back the pictures in each category.

Slide the [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch to [(], and then press
[MODE].

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 .

• It may take time to search t he pictu re files i f there are a lot o n the
card or the built-in memory.

• If you press [‚] while search ing, the searching will stop halfway.

• Pictures are sorted int o the categories shown below.

[CATEGORY]

*

,

.

Recording information

e.g. Scene Modes

[PORTRAIT],
[i-PORTRAIT],
[SOFT SKIN],
[TRANSFORM],
[SELF PORTRAIT],
[NIGHT PORTRAIT],
[i-NIGHT PORTRAIT],
[BABY1]/[BABY2]

[SCENERY],
[i-SCENERY],
[SUNSET],[i-SUNSET]
[AERIAL PHOTO]

[NIGHT PORTRAIT],
[i-NIGHT PORTRAIT],
[NIGHT SCENERY],
[i-NIGHT SCENERY],
[STARRY SKY]

[CATEGORY]

Î [BABY1]/[BABY2]
í [PET]
1 [FOOD]

,

Í [MOTION PICTURE]

Recording information

e.g. Scene Modes

[SPORTS], [PARTY],
[CANDLE LIGHT],
[FIREWORKS],
[BEACH], [SNOW],
[AERIAL PHOTO]

[TRAVEL DATE]

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Advanced (Playback)

[FAVORITE PLAY]

You can play back the pictures you have set as [FAVORITE] (P103) (Only when
[FAVORITE] is set to [ON] and there are pictures which have been set to [FAVORITE]).

Slide the [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch to [(], and then press
[MODE].

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 [PLAY BACK] menu.

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Advanced (Playback)

C

B A

[PLAYBACK] Mode: ¸

Playing Back Motion Pictures

Press 2/1 to select a picture with a motion picture
icon (such as [ ]), and then press 3 to play back.

A The motion picture recording time
B Motion picture icon
C Motion picture playback icon

• After playback starts, the elapsed playback time is displayed on the
upper right of the screen.
For example, 8 minutes and 30 seconds is displayed as [8m30s].

∫ Operations performed during motion picture playback
The cursor displayed during playback is the same as 3/4/2/1.

A Play/Pause
B Stop
C Fast rewind, Frame-by-frame rewind
D Fast forward, Frame-by-frame forward

¢ These operations can be performed only in the Pause Mode.

E Reduce volume level
F Increase volume level

• About fast forward/rewind playback

– Press 1 during playback to fast forward (press 2 to rewind). Th e fast forward/rewind speed

increases if you press 2/1 again. (The dis play on the screen changes fr om
– Press 3 to resume normal playback speed.
– When using a high capacity card, it is possible that fast rewinding may be slower than usual.

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5 to .)

Note

• Sound can be heard through the spea ker. Refer to [VOLUME] (P25) for information about how
to adjust the volume in the [SETUP] menu.

• The file format that can be played back with this camera is QuickTime Motion JPEG.

• Please note that the bundled softw are includes QuickTime to play back motion picture files
created with the camera on the PC.

• Some QuickTime Motion JPEG files recorded by a PC or other equipment may not play back
on the camera.

• If you play back motion pictures that have been recorded with other equipment, the picture
quality may deteriorate or the pict ures may not play back.

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Advanced (Playback)

[PLAYBACK] Mode: ¸

Using the [PLAYBACK] Mode menu

Y ou can use various functions in Playback Mode to rotate pictures, set Protection for them
etc.

• With [TEXT STAMP], [RESIZE] or [CROPPIN G], a new edi te d pict ure is c rea ted. A new pic ture
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 edit ing the picture.

[CALENDAR]

You can display pictures by recording date.

Select [CALENDAR] on the [PLAYBACK] Mode menu. (P21)

• You can also rotate the zoom lever several times towards [L] (W) to display the
calendar screen. (P41)

Press 3/4/2/1 to select the date to be played
back.

• If there were no pictures recorded during a month, the month is
not displayed.

Press [MENU/SET] to display the pictures tha t were
recorded on the selected date.

• Press [‚] to return to the calendar screen.

Press 3/4/2/1 to select a picture and then press [MENU/SET].

• The picture that was selected will appear.

Note

• The recording date of the picture selected in the playback screen becomes the date selected
when the calendar screen is first di splayed.

• If there are multiple p ictur es wit h the same reco rding da te, th e f irst p ictur e r ecorde d o n tha t day
is displayed.

• You can di splay the calendar between January 2000 and December 2099.

• If the date is not set in the camera, the r ecording date is set as January 1st, 2010.

• If you take pictures after s etting the travel destination in [WORLD TIME], the pictures are
displayed by the dates at the travel destination in Calendar Playback.

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Advanced (Playback)

[TEXT STAMP]

You can stamp the recording date/time, name, location or travel date 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. (P21)

Press 3/4 to select [SINGLE] or [MULTI] and then
press [MENU/SET].

Select the picture, a nd then pres s

[SINGLE] [MULTI]

[MENU/SET] to set.

•[‘] appears on screen if the picture is
stamped with text.

[MULTI] setting
Press [DISPLAY] to set (repeat), and
then press [MENU/SET] to set.

• The setting is canceled when [DISPLAY]
is pressed again.

Press 2/1 to
select the picture.

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]

[NAME]

[LOCATION]

[TRAVEL DATE]

[W/O TIME]:
[WITH TIME]: Stamp the year, month, day, hour and minutes.
[OFF]
[]

(BABY/PET):
[OFF]

[ON]:
[OFF]

[ON]: Stamp s the travel date set under [TRAVEL DATE].

Stamp the year, month and date.

Stamp s names registered in name settings for
[BABY1]/[BABY2] or [PET] in Scene Mode.

Stamps the travel destination name set under
[LOCATION].

Press 3/4/2/1 to
select the pictures.

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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.

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¢

¢

1

2

/

–

¢

–

¢

–

/

¢

1

2

/

> [Y]

¢

1

2

/

> [W]

¢

1

2

/

/ > [X]

¢1 DMC-FH20/DMC-FH3
¢2 DMC-FH1

• When selecting [ ], press
[MENU/SET] and proceed to step

3 to select [YES] for stamping [AGE], and t hen press

7.

Press 3 to select [YES] and then press [MENU/
SET].

• The message [SAVE NEW PICTURES?] appears if the picture
was recorded with a Picture Size [ ] or less.

Press [‚] to return to the menu screen.

¢The menu screen is automatically restored when [MULTI] is selected.

• Press [MENU/SET] to close t he menu.

Note

• When you print pictures stamped with text, t he date will be printed over the stamped text if you
specify printing of the date at the photo shop or on the print er.

• You can set up to 50 pictures at one time in [MULTI].

• The picture quality may deteriorate when text stamping is carried out.

• Depending on the printer being used, some characters may be cut at printing. Check before
printing.

• When text is stamped onto the [ ] pictures, it is difficult to read it.

• T ext and dates cannot be stamped on the pictures in the following cases.
– Motion pictures
– Pictures recorded without setting the clock
– Pictures that were previously stamped wit h [T EXT STAMP]
– Pictures recorded with other equipment

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Advanced (Playback)

[RESIZE] Reducing the Picture Size (number of pixels)

To allow easy posting to web pages, attachment to email etc., picture size (number of
pixels) is reduced.

Select [RESIZE] on the [PLAYBACK] Mode menu. (P21)

Press 3/4 to select [SINGLE] or [MULTI] and then
press [MENU/SET].

Select the picture and size.

[SINGLE] setting

[SINGLE]

1 Press 2/1 to select the picture,

and then press [MENU/SET].

2 Press 2/1 to select the size

then press [MENU/SET].

¢Only the sizes to whi ch the pic tures can be

resized is displayed.

[MULTI] setting

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, and

[MULTI]

1 Press 3/4 to select the size, and

then press [MENU/SET].

• When [DISPLAY] is pressed, an
explanation of resizing is di splayed.

2 Press 3/4/2/1 to select the

picture, and then press [DISPLAY].

• Repeat this step for each picture, and
press [MENU/SET] to set.

Press 3 to select [YES] and then press [MENU/
SET].

Press [‚] to return to the menu screen.

¢The menu screen is automatically restored when [MULTI] is

selected.

• Press [MENU/SET] to close t he menu.

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Advanced (Playback)

Note

• You can set up to 50 pictures at one time in [MULTI].

• The picture quality of the resized picture will deteriorate.

• It may not be possible to resize pictures recor ded with other equipment.

• Motion pictures and pictures stamped with [TEXT STAMP] cannot be resized.

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