Panasonic DMC-FZ200, DMC-FZ62 User Manual

Basic Operating Instructions

(DMC-FZ200) (DMC-FZ62)

DMC-FZ62DMC-FZ200

Web Site: http://www.panasonic-europe.com

Digital Camera

Model No. DMC-FZ200

DMC-FZ62

Before use, please read these instructions completely.

More detailed instructions on the operation of this camera are contained in “Operating Instructions for advanced features (PDF format)” in the supplied CD-ROM. Install it on your PC to read it.

Model number suffix “EB” denotes UK model.

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Dear Customer,

We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for purchasing this Panasonic Digital Camera. Please read these Operating Instructions carefully and keep them handy for future reference. Please note that the actual controls and components, menu items, etc. of your Digital Camera may look somewhat different from those shown in the illustrations in these Operating Instructions.

Carefully observe copyright laws.

• Recording of pre-recorded tapes or discs or other published or broadcast material for

purposes other than your own private use may infringe copyright laws. Even for the purpose of private use, recording of certain material may be restricted.

Information for Your Safety

WARNING:

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage,

• Do not expose this unit to rain, moisture, dripping or splashing.

• Use only the recommended accessories.

• Do not remove covers.

• Do not repair this unit by yourself. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.

The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.

∫ Product identification marking

Product Location

Digital Camera Bottom

Battery Charger Bottom

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∫ About the battery pack

CAUTION

• Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the type

recommended by the manufacturer.

• When disposing the batteries, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for

the correct method of disposal.

Do not heat or expose to flame.

•

• Do not leave the battery(ies) in a car exposed to direct sunlight for a long period of time with

doors and windows closed.

Warni ng

Risk of fire, explosion and burns. Do not disassemble, heat above 60 xC or incinerate.

∫ About the battery charger

CAUTION! To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage,

• Do not install or place this unit in a bookcase, built-in cabinet or in another

confined space. Ensure this unit is well ventilated.

The battery charger is in the standby condition when the AC power supply cord is connected.

•

The primary circuit is always “live” as long as the power cord is connected to an electrical outlet.

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∫ Cautions for Use

•

Always use a genuine Panasonic AV cable (DMW-AVC1: optional).

• Always use a genuine Panasonic HDMI mini cable (RP-CDHM15, RP-CDHM30: optional).

Part numbers: RP-CDHM15 (1.5 m) (5 feet), RP-CDHM30 (3.0 m) (10 feet)

• Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one or a genuine

Panasonic USB connection cable (DMW-USBC1: optional).

(DMC-FZ200)

• Always use a genuine Panasonic remote shutter (DMW-RSL1: optional).

Keep this unit as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment (such as microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.).

• If you use this unit on top of or near a TV, the pictures and/or sound on this unit may be

disrupted by electromagnetic wave radiation.

• Do not use this unit near cell phones because doing so may result in noise adversely

affecting the pictures and/or sound.

• Recorded data may be damaged, or pictures may be distorted, by strong magnetic fields

created by speakers or large motors.

• Electromagnetic wave radiation generated by microprocessors may adversely affect this unit,

disturbing the pictures and/or sound.

• If this unit is adversely affected by electromagnetic equipment and stops functioning properly,

turn this unit off and remove the battery or disconnect AC adaptor (DMW-AC8E: optional). Then reinsert the battery or reconnect AC adaptor and turn this unit on.

Do not use this unit near radio transmitters or high-voltage lines.

• If you record near radio transmitters or high-voltage lines, the recorded pictures and/or sound

may be adversely affected.

Information about the software used by this product can be viewed by pressing [MENU/SET], selecting [Setup] > [Version Disp.], and then pressing [MENU/SET].

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Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of Old Equipment and used

Batteries

These symbols on the products, packaging, and/or accompanying documents mean that used electrical and electronic products and batteries should not be mixed with general household waste. For proper treatment, recovery and recycling of old products and used batteries, please take them to applicable collection points, in accordance with your national legislation and the Directives 2002/ 96/EC and 2006/66/EC. By disposing of these products and batteries correctly, you will help to save valuable resources and prevent any potential negative effects on human health and the environment which could otherwise arise from inappropriate waste handling. For more information about collection and recycling of old products and batteries, please contact your local municipality, your waste disposal service or the point of sale where you purchased the items. Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of this waste, in accordance with national legislation.

For business users in the European Union

If you wish to discard electrical and electronic equipment, please contact your dealer or supplier for further information.

[Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the European Union]

These symbols are only valid in the European Union. If you wish to discard these items, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.

Note for the battery symbol (bottom two symbol examples):

This symbol might be used in combination with a chemical symbol. In this case it complies with the requirement set by the Directive for the chemical involved.

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Contents

Information for Your Safety ......................................................................................... 2

Care of the camera ....................................................................................................... 8

Accessories (DMC-FZ200) .......................................................................................... 10

Accessories (DMC-FZ62) ............................................................................................ 12

Names and Functions of Main Parts ........................................................................ 14

Attaching the Lens Cap/Shoulder Strap .................................................................. 16

Attaching the Lens Hood (DMC-FZ200) .................................................................... 17

Charging the Battery.................................................................................................. 18

Inserting and Removing the Card (optional)/the Battery ....................................... 19

Sequence of operations ............................................................................................ 20

Taking Pictures Using the Automatic Function (Intelligent Auto Mode)............... 22

Using the rear dial ...................................................................................................... 24

Taking Pictures with different image effects (Creative Control Mode) ................. 26

Setting the Menu ........................................................................................................ 27

Reading the Operating Instructions (PDF format) .................................................. 28

Installing supplied software ...................................................................................... 30

Specifications ............................................................................................................. 32

• Please note that the actual controls and components, menu items, and other information

for your digital camera may differ from those in the illustrations and screens provided in this manual. When operation or other information is more or less the same between models, (DMC-FZ200) are used as examples for the instructions provided in this manual.

• The operations, procedures, or functions that differ among models are indicated

separately, together with the relevant model number.

e.g.: (DMC-FZ200)

(DMC-FZ62)

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Care of the camera

Do not subject to strong vibration, shock, or pressure.

• The lens, LCD monitor, or external case may be damaged if used in

following conditions. It may also malfunction or image may not be recorded.

– Drop or hit the camera. – Press hard on the lens or the LCD monitor.

• When camera is not in use or when using the playback feature,

ensure that the lens is in the stored position, with lens cap on.

• There are times when rattling sounds or vibrations will come

from the camera, but these are due to the motion of the aperture, the zoom and the motor and do not indicate a defect.

This camera is not dust/splash/water proof. Avoid using the camera at location with a lot of dust, water, sand, etc.

• Liquid, sand and other foreign material may get into the space

around the lens, buttons, etc. Be particularly careful since it may not just cause malfunctions, but it may become unrepairable.

– Places with a lot of sand or dust. – Places where water can come into contact with this unit such as

when using it on a rainy day or on the beach.

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Sales and Support Information

Customer Communications Centre

• For customers within the UK: 0844 844 3899

• For customers within Ireland: 01 289 8333

• For further support on your product, please visit our website:

www.panasonic.co.uk

Direct Sales at Panasonic UK

• Order accessory and consumable items for your product with ease and confidence by

phoning our Customer Communications Centre Monday–Thursday 9:00 a.m.–5:30 p.m., Friday 9:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m. (Excluding public holidays)

• Or go on line through our Internet Accessory ordering application at www.pas-europe.com.

• Most major credit and debit cards accepted.

• All enquiries transactions and distribution facilities are provided directly by Panasonic UK.

• It couldn’t be simpler!

• Also available through our Internet is direct shopping for a wide range of finished products.

Take a browse on our website for further details.

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Accessories (DMC-FZ200)

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DMW-BLC12E

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DE-A80A

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Check that all the accessories are supplied before using the camera. Product numbers correct as of July 2012. These may be subject to change.

1 Battery Pack

(Indicated as battery pack or battery in the text) Charge the battery before use.

2 Battery Charger

(Indicated as battery charger or

charger in the text) 3 AC Mains Lead 4 USB Connection Cable 5 CD-ROM

• Software

6 CD-ROM

• Operating Instru ctions for advanced

7 Shoulder Strap 8 Lens Cap/Lens Cap String 9Lens Hood

• 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.

• Consult the dealer or your nearest Service

Centre if you lose the supplied accessories. (You can purchase the accessories separately.)

Install on your PC before use.

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∫ Optional Accessories

Battery Pack DMW-BLC12

AC Adaptor

DC Coupler

MC Protector DMW-LMC52

ND Filter DMW-LND52

PL Filter (Circular Type) DMW-LPL52

Tele Conversion Lens

Close-up Lens

Lens Adaptor DMW-LA7

AV Cable DMW-AVC1

HDMI mini Cable RP-CDHM15, RP-CDHM30

USB Connection Cable DMW-USBC1

Flash DMW-FL220, DMW-FL360, DMW-FL500

Remote Shutter DMW-RSL1

Stereo Microphone DMW-MS1

Class 10 64 GB SDXC Memory Card Class 10 32 GB SDHC Memory Card Class 10 16 GB SDHC Memory Card Class 10 8 GB SDHC Memory Card Class 10 4 GB SDHC Memory Card Class 4 16 GB SDHC Memory Card Class 4 8 GB SDHC Memory Card Class 4 4 GB SDHC Memory Card Class 4 2 GB SD Memory Card

This unit is compatible with UHS-I standard SDHC/SDXC memory cards.

¢1 The AC Adaptor (optional) can only be used with the designated Panasonic DC Coupler

¢2 The lens adaptor (optional) is necessary to attach a tele conversion lens or close-up lens.

Some optional accessories may not be available in some countries.

¢1

¢2

DMW-AC8

DMW-DCC8

DMW-LT55

DMW-LC55

RP-SDU64GE1K RP-SDA32GE1K/RP-SDU32GE1K/RP-SDRA32GEK RP-SDA16GE1K/RP-SDU16GE1K/RP-SDRA16GEK RP-SDA08GE1K/RP-SDU08GE1K/RP-SDRA08GEK RP-SDU04GE1K/RP-SDRA04GEK RP-SDNA16GEA RP-SDNA08GEA RP-SDNA04GEA RP-SDNA02GEA

(optional). The AC adaptor (optional) cannot be used by itself.

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