Panasonic DMC-FZ72 Instruction Manual

Basic Operating Instructions

Digital Camera

Model No. DMC-FZ72

Please read these instructions carefully before using this
product, and save this manual for future use.

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.

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

Model number suffix “EB” denotes UK model.

EB

VQT5B69

M0713KZ0

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.

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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.

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Warning

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

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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

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

• Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one or a
genuine Panasonic USB connection cable (DMW-USBC1: optional).

• Use a “High Speed HDMI mini cable” with the HDMI logo.
Cables that do not comply with the HDMI standards will not work.
“High Speed HDMI mini cable” (Type C-Type A plug, up to 3 m (9.8 feet) long)

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

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Caution for AC Mains Lead

For your safety, please read the following text carefully.

This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin mains plug for your safety
and convenience.
A 5-ampere fuse is fitted in this plug.
Should the fuse need to be replaced please ensure that the replacement fuse
has a rating of 5-ampere and that it is approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362.
Check for the ASTA mark

If the plug contains a removable fuse cover you must ensure that it is refitted
when the fuse is replaced.
If you lose the fuse cover the plug must not be used until a replacement cover is
obtained.
A replacement fuse cover can be purchased from your local dealer.

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Before use

Remove the connector cover.

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How to replace the fuse

The location of the fuse differ according to the type of AC mains plug (figures A
and B). Confirm the AC mains plug fitted and follow the instructions below.
Illustrations may differ from actual AC mains plug.

1. Open the fuse cover with a screwdriver.

Figure A

2. Replace the fuse and close or attach the fuse cover.

Figure A

Fuse

(5 ampere)

or the BSI mark on the body of the fuse.

Figure B

Fuse cover

Figure B

Fuse

(5 ampere)

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Contents

Information for Your Safety ....2

Care of the camera .................. 6

Standard accessories .............7

Names and Functions of

Main Parts ................................9

Attaching the lens cap/

shoulder strap........................ 11

Charging the battery .............12

Inserting and removing the

card (optional)/the battery .... 13

Sequence of operations ........ 14

Taking pictures with

automatic settings

[Intelligent Auto] Mode .......... 16

Taking Pictures with

different picture effects

[Creative Control] Mode ........ 18

Using the rear dial ................. 19

Setting the menu ...................20

Reading the Operating

Instructions (PDF format) ..... 21

Keeping the pictures on

your PC ................................... 22

Specifications ........................ 24

These symbols indicate separate collection
of waste electrical and electronic equipment
or waste batteries.
More detailed information is contained
in “Operating Instructions for advanced
features (PDF format)”.

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Care of the camera

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Camera handling

Keep the camera away from excessive vibration, force, or
pressure.

Avoid using the camera under the following conditions, which

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may damage the lens, LCD monitor, viewfinder, or camera
body. This may also cause the camera to malfunction or
prevent recording.

• Dropping or hitting the camera against a hard surface

• Pushing with excessive force on the lens, LCD monitor, or
viewfinder

When camera is not in use or when using the playback

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feature, ensure that the lens is in the stored position,
with lens cap on.
There are times when rattling sounds or vibrations will

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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.
The camera is not dust resistant, splash resistant, or
waterproof.
Avoid using the camera in places with excessive dust
or sand, or where water can come into contact with the
camera.

Avoid using the camera under the following conditions, which

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present a risk that sand, water, or foreign material may enter

the camera through the lens or openings around buttons. Be

especially careful because these conditions may damage the

camera, and such damage may not be repairable.

• In extremely dusty or sandy places

• In the rain or by the shore, where the camera may be
exposed to water

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Condensation (When the lens, the LCD monitor, or viewfinder, is fogged up)

Condensation may occur when the camera is exposed to sudden changes

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of temperature or humidity. Avoid these conditions, which may make the
lens, LCD monitor, or viewfinder, dirty, cause mould, or damage the camera.
If condensation does occur, turn off the camera and wait about two hours

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before using it. Once the camera adjusts to the surrounding temperature,
the fogging will clear naturally.

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Standard accessories

Check that all the accessories are supplied before using the camera. Part
numbers are as of July 2013. These may be subject to change.

Battery pack

DMW-BMB9E

• Charge the battery
before use.

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

Battery Charger

DE-A84A

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

AC Mains Lead

K2CT3YY00034

Shoulder Strap

VFC4453

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

• Cards are 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.)

• Please dispose of all packaging appropriately.

• Keep small parts in a safe place out of the reach of children.

• The illustrations and screens in this manual may differ from the actual product.

• A lens hood is not supplied with this unit.

• SILKYPIX Developer Studio is not provided on the supplied CD-ROM.
Download this software from the website and install it on your computer
to use. (→23)

USB connection
cable

K1HY08YY0031

Lens Cap/
Lens Cap String

VYQ8752

CD-ROM

VFF1233

• Software:
Use it to install
the software on
your PC.

• Operating
Instructions
for advanced
features

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Standard accessories

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Optional Accessories

Battery pack DMW-BMB9

DC coupler

AC adaptor

Flash DMW-FL220, DMW-FL360, DMW-FL360L,

MC protector DMW-LMCH55

ND filter DMW-LNDH55

PL filter (Circular Type) DMW-LPL55

AV Cable DMW-AVC1

USB connection cable DMW-USBC1

Lens adaptor DMW-LA8

Tele Conversion Lens

Close-up Lens

1

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The AC adaptor (optional) can only be used with the designated Panasonic DC coupler
(optional). The AC adaptor (optional) cannot be used by itself.

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

*

1

*

*

2

*

2

DMW-DCC6

DMW-AC8

DMW-FL500

DMW-LT55

DMW-LC55

Sales and Support Information

Customer Communications Centre

• For customers within the U.K.: 0844 844 3899

• For customers within Ireland: 01289 8333

• Monday - Friday 9:00am - 5:00pm (Excluding public holidays).

• For further support on your product, please visit our website:
www.panasonic.co.uk

Direct Sales at Panasonic U.K.

• Order accessory and consumable items for your product with ease and
confidence by phoning our Customer Communications Centre
Monday - Friday 9:00am - 5:00pm (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 U.K.

• 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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Names and Functions of Main Parts

1 2 3 4 5 6 7

8 9 10 11 12

17 18 19 20

13 14 15 16

24 25 26 27 28 29

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Names and Functions of Main Parts

1 Power lamp

2 Camera [ON/OFF] switch

3 Mode dial

4 Flash

5 Speaker

• Be careful not to cover the
speaker with your finger. Doing
so may make sound difficult to
hear.

6 Lens barrel

7 Lens

8 Shoulder strap eyelet

9 [FOCUS] button

10

] (Burst Mode) button

[

11 Shutter button

12 Self-timer indicator/

AF Assist Lamp

13 Tripod mount

• Do not attach to a tripod with
a 5.5 mm (0.22 inch) or longer
screw. Doing so may damage
this unit.

14 Card/Battery door

15 Release lever

16 DC coupler cover

• When using an AC adaptor,
ensure that the Panasonic DC
coupler (DMW-DCC6: optional)
and AC adaptor (DMW-AC8E:
optional) are used.

• Always use a genuine
Panasonic AC adaptor
(DMW-AC8E: optional).

17 Hot shoe

• Do not attach other than the
external flash on the hot shoe.

18 Stereo microphone

19 Motion picture button

20 Zoom lever

21 LCD monitor

22 [HDMI] socket

23 [AV OUT/DIGITAL] socket

] (Flash open) button

24 [

25 Diopter adjustment dial

26 Viewfinder ([LVF])

• In this manual, “viewfinder” is
used to indicate the LVF.

27 [LVF] button

28 [AF/AE LOCK (Fn1)] button

29 Rear dial

30 [AF/AF

31 [

32 [DISP.] button

33 [

34 Cursor button / [MENU/SET]

/MF] button

] (Playback) button

• Use this to select the recording
mode or playback mode.

( Q.MENU)]
(Delete/Cancel/Quick menu)
button

button

• In this manual, the button that is
to be used is indicated by

.

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Attaching the lens cap/shoulder strap

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Attaching the Lens Cap

• When you turn the camera off or carry the camera, attach the lens cap to
protect the surface of the lens.

Pass the string through the hole on the camera

Pass the same string through the hole on the lens cap

• Pass the lens cap through the loop of the string and tighten it.

Attach the lens cap

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Attaching the Shoulder Strap

• We recommend attaching the shoulder strap when using the camera to
prevent it from dropping.

Pass the shoulder strap through the hole at
the shoulder strap eyelet

• Attach the shoulder strap so that the “LUMIX” Logo
is on the outside.

Pass the shoulder strap through the
stopper and fasten the shoulder strap

Pull the shoulder strap 2 cm (0.066 feet) or more.

• Attach the shoulder strap to the other side of the
camera being careful not to twist it.

Make sure that the shoulder strap does not come loose.

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Charging the battery

• Use the dedicated charger and battery.

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

• We recommend charging in a location where the ambient temperature is
between 10 °C and 30 °C (50 °F to 86 °F).

Insert the battery terminals and attach the battery to the
charger

Ensure [LUMIX] faces outwards.

Connect the charger to the electrical outlet

Charging light ([CHARGE])

On: Charging in progress

(approx. 155 min. if fully depleted)

Off: Charging complete

If light is flashing:

• Charging may take longer than normal if
battery temperature is too high or too low
(charging may not be completed).

• Battery/charger connector is dirty. Clean
with a dry cloth.

The battery becomes warm after using it and during and after charging. The

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camera also becomes warm during use. This is not a malfunction.
You cannot charge the battery of this unit using a USB connection cable.

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About batteries that you can use with this unit

The battery that can be used with this unit is DMW-BMB9E.

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Inserting and removing the card (optional)/
the battery

• Turn this unit off and confirm that the lens barrel is retracted.

Slide the release lever to the
[OPEN] position and open the
card/battery door

Battery:
Being careful about the battery
orientation, insert all the way
and then check that it is locked
by lever

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

Card:
Push it securely all the way until
you hear a “click” while being
careful about the direction in
which you insert it

• To remove the card, push the card
until it clicks, then pull the card out
upright.

Close the card/battery door and
slide the release lever to the
[LOCK] position

Do not touch
the terminals
on the back of
the card.

Lever

Always use genuine Panasonic batteries (DMW-BMB9E).

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If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product.

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

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We recommend using a Panasonic card.

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Sequence of operations

Before using the camera, remove the lens cap.

Turn the camera on ( )

• The clock is not set when the camera is shipped.
Set the date and time before using the camera.

Set to the desired recording mode

Rotate the mode dial slowly to select the desired
mode.

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Recording mode

Take pictures with automatic settings.

Take pictures with automatic shutter speed and aperture value
settings.

Determine aperture, then record pictures.

Determine shutter speed, then record pictures.

Determine aperture and shutter speed, then record pictures.

Record motion picture with manual settings.

Record pictures using pre-registered settings.

Record panorama pictures.

Take pictures using Scene modes.

Take pictures by selecting your preferred picture effect.

Motion picture button

Shutter button

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Take pictures

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Taking still pictures
(Shutter button)

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Recording motion pictures
(Motion picture button)

Press halfway

(press lightly and

focus)

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Use the zoom lever to adjust the range of the picture to be captured

Capture a wider area

(wide-angle)

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Viewing your Pictures

Press the Playback button ( )

Press to select a picture to be displayed

• Ending Playback
Press the Playback button (
the shutter button halfway.

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Deleting Pictures

Press [ ( Q.MENU)] button to delete the displayed picture

• A confirmation screen is displayed. When you select [Yes], the selected
picture is deleted.

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About recording motion pictures

You can continuously record a motion picture in [MP4] for up to 29 minutes

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59 seconds or approx. 4 GB. (Since recording in [MP4] with [FHD] creates
larger files, the recording time for such motion pictures will be shorter than
29 minutes 59 seconds.)
You can continuously record [AVCHD] motion pictures for up to 29 minutes

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59 seconds.
You can record a motion picture to the built-in memory only in [MP4] using

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the [VGA] setting.

Press fully

(press the button all

the way to record)

Enlarge the subject
(telephoto)

) or the motion picture button again, or press

Press

(Start recording)

Press

(End recording)

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Taking pictures with automatic settings
[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.

Set to [ ] ([Intelligent Auto] Mode)

Take a picture

Press halfway

(press lightly and focus)

Focus display

( When focus is aligned: illuminated

When focus is not aligned: flashing)

AF area

• The AF area 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.

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Defocusing the background

You can easily set the blurriness of the background while checking the screen.

Press fully

(press the button all the

way to record)

Press the rear dial to display [ ]

Press or rotate the rear dial to adjust

• Press [ ( Q.MENU)] button to reset the setting
to the default state (AUTO).

• To adjust automatically, reset the setting to the
default state (AUTO).

Press [MENU/SET] or the rear dial to finalise the setting

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Recording using [Intelligent Auto Plus] Mode

When [Intelligent Auto Plus] (iA+) mode is selected, you can easily adjust the
brightness and colouring, in addition to the background defocusing, without
compromising the user-friendly operation of the [Intelligent Auto] Mode.

Press [MENU/SET] when in [Intelligent Auto] Mode

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

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Adjusting brightness, colouring, and background defocusing

Press the rear dial to display the options

Press to select the item

[ ]: Adjust the brightness.

]: Adjust the background blur.

[

]: Adjust the colour balance.

[

Press or rotate the rear dial to adjust

• Press [ ( Q.MENU)] button to reset the setting to the default state
(AUTO).

• To adjust automatically, reset the setting to the default state (AUTO).

Press [MENU/SET] or the rear dial to set

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Taking Pictures with different picture effects
[Creative Control] Mode

You can select your own settings from various effects and take pictures while
confirming these effects on the LCD monitor.

Set mode dial to [ ]

Press to select an effect, and then
press [MENU/SET]

• A brief description of selected picture effect
appears when you press [DISP.] button.

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Adjust the effect to fit your preferences

Press the rear dial to display the options

Press to select the item

• The items that can be adjusted differ depending on the selected picture
effect.

]: Adjust the brightness.

[

]: Adjust the background blur.

[

]: Adjust the setting conditions of the selected effect, etc.

[

Press or rotate the rear dial to adjust

• Press [ ( Q.MENU)] button to reset the setting to the default state
(AUTO).

• To adjust automatically, reset the setting to the default state (AUTO).

Press [MENU/SET] or the rear dial to set

Preview screen

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Using the rear dial

You can use the rear dial to compensate the exposure or adjust the aperture
value and shutter speed. The items that can be adjusted differ according to the
recording mode.

Compensating the exposure

Press the rear dial to set Exposure Compensation to a
selected state

Exposure

Compensation value

Rotate the rear dial to compensate the exposure

• If the picture is too dark, adjust the exposure to the “+” direction.

• If the picture is too bright, adjust the exposure to the “-” direction.

Setting the aperture value/the shutter speed

Press the rear dial to select the items to
set

• Items that can be set will switch every time the
rear dial is pressed.

Programme Shift (Recording mode: )

• To adjust the setting, display the aperture value and shutter speed
by pressing the shutter button halfway.

Aperture Value (Recording mode: / )
Shutter Speed (Recording mode: / )

Rotate the rear dial to set

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Setting the menu

Refer to the following procedures to operate the menus.

Example: Setting [AF Mode] from

to in the [Program AE] Mode

Press [MENU/SET] to display the menu

Press to select [AF Mode] and then press

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

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

Press [MENU/SET] to close the menu

Switching to other menus

Example: Switching to the [Setup] menu from

[Rec] menu

Press [MENU/SET] to display the menu
Press

Press to select the [Setup] menu icon [ ]
Press

• Select a menu item next and set it.

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Reading the Operating Instructions (PDF format)

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.

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For Windows

Turn the PC on and insert the CD-ROM containing the
Operating Instructions (supplied)

Click the [Operating Instructions]

Select the desired language and
then click [Operating Instructions]
to install

To return to the install menu.

Double-click the “Operating
Instructions” shortcut icon on the
desktop

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When the Operating Instructions (PDF format) will not open

You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader 5.0 or later, or Adobe Reader 7.0 or later
to browse or print the Operating Instructions (PDF format).

• You can download and install a version of Adobe Reader that you can use
with your OS from the following website.
http://get.adobe.com/reader/otherversions/

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For Mac

Turn the PC on and insert the CD-ROM containing the Operating
Instructions (supplied)
Open the “Manual” folder in the CD-ROM and then copy the PDF file
with the desired language inside the folder
Double click the PDF file to open it

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Keeping the pictures on your PC

Installing supplied software

The supplied CD-ROM contains the following software.
Install the software on your computer to use.
For details about operating environment and usage, please read “Operating
Instructions for advanced features” (PDF format) or the manuals for each
software.

• PHOTOfunSTUDIO / LoiLoScope are not compatible with Mac.

PHOTOfunSTUDIO

9.2 AE

LoiLoScope (30-day
full-trial version)

Preparations:

• Check your PC’s specifications and operating environment for each software.

• Before inserting the CD-ROM (supplied), close all running applications.

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For Windows

Pictures can be captured to a PC, and can be viewed, organised,
printed, etc. Also, still pictures can be corrected and motion
pictures can be edited.

• Compatible OS: Windows 8 / 7 / Vista / XP

You can edit motion pictures easily. This will only install a shortcut
to the trial version download site.
For details about using LoiLoScope, please download and see the
manual from the following site.
http://loilo.tv/product/20/

• Compatible OS: Windows 8 / 7 / Vista / XP

Insert the supplied CD-ROM with the supplied software

• The installation menu runs.

Click [Applications] on the install menu

Click [Recommended Installation]

• Continue the installation procedure following the instructions displayed on
the screen.

The software compatible with your PC will be installed.

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Downloading SILKYPIX Developer Studio

This software develops and edits RAW file pictures. Edited pictures can be
saved in a file format such as JPEG or TIFF that can be displayed on a PC, etc.

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Download procedure

Download SILKYPIX Developer Studio from the following site and install it on
your computer to use. (This software is not provided on the supplied CD-ROM.)
http://www.isl.co.jp/SILKYPIX/english/p/

• Compatible OS: Windows 8 / 7 / Vista / XP

• For details on how to use the SILKYPIX Developer Studio, refer to the “Help”
or the Ichikawa Soft Laboratory’s support website.

To download the software, the unit must be connected to the Internet.

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It may take time to download the software in some communication

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environments.

Mac OS X (10.4 - 10.8)

Copying still pictures and motion pictures

Turn on the camera and a computer, and then connect the
camera to the computer using the USB connection cable
(supplied)

• Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied
one or a genuine Panasonic USB connection cable (DMW-USBC1:
optional). Doing so may cause damage to this unit.

• Check the plug direction and insert straight in. (If the cable is inserted in
the wrong direction, the plug could become deformed and cause faulty
operation)

Press on the camera to select [PC], and press
[MENU/SET]

Copy the pictures to the computer

For Windows

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Use “PHOTOfunSTUDIO” to copy pictures to your computer.
For Mac

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Copy the picture files in the “DCIM” folder to your computer
(except AVCHD motion pictures).

Cancel the connection and disconnect the USB connection
cable (supplied)

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Specifications

Digital Camera: Information for your safety

Power Source DC 8.4 V

Power
Consumption

Camera effective
pixels

Image sensor 1/2.3″ MOS sensor,

Lens Optical 60 x zoom

Image Stabiliser Optical method

Focus range

AF 30 cm (0.98 feet) (Max. Wide) /

AF Macro / MF /
Intelligent Auto /
Motion picture

Scene Mode The focus ranges listed above may vary depending on

Shutter system Electronic shutter + Mechanical shutter

Minimum
Illumination

Shutter speed 8 seconds to 1/2000th of a second

When recording with LCD Monitor: 1.6 W
When recording with Viewfinder: 1.5 W
When playing back with LCD Monitor: 1.0 W
When playing back with Viewfinder: 0.7 W

16,100,000 pixels

total pixel number 16,800,000 pixels
Primary colour filter

f=3.58 mm to 215 mm
(35 mm film camera equivalent: 20 mm to 1200 mm)/
Max. Wide: F2.8 to F8.0
Max. Tele: F5.9 to F8.0

1.5 m (4.9 feet) (Max. Tele) to

1 cm (0.033 feet) (Max. Wide) /

1.5 m (4.9 feet) (Max. Tele) to

the selected Scene Mode.

Approx. 9 lx (when i-Low light is used, the shutter
speed is 1/25th of a second)

[Starry Sky] Mode:
15 seconds, 30 seconds, 60 seconds

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Exposure (AE) Programme AE (P) / Aperture-Priority AE (A) /

Shutter-Priority AE (S) / Manual Exposure (M)

Metering Mode [Multi Metering] / [Center Weighted] / [Spot]

LCD monitor 3.0″ TFT LCD (3:2) (Approx. 460,800 dots)

(field of view ratio about 100%)

Viewfinder Colour LCD Viewfinder (Approx. 201,600 dots)

(field of view ratio about 100%)
(with diopter adjustment -4 to +4 diopter)

Flash Built-in pop up flash

Microphone Stereo

Speaker Monaural

Recording media Built-in Memory (Approx. 200 MB) /

SD Memory Card / SDHC Memory Card /
SDXC Memory Card

Recording file
format

Still picture RAW / JPEG (based on Design rule for Camera

File system, based on Exif 2.3 standard /
DPOF corresponding) / MPO

Motion pictures AVCHD / MP4

®

Audio compression
format

AVCHD: Dolby
MP4: AAC (2 ch)

Digital (2 ch)

Interface

Digital USB 2.0 (High Speed)

Data from the PC can not be written to the camera
using the USB connection cable.

Analogue video NTSC / PAL Composite (Switched by menu)

Audio Audio line output (Monaural)

Terminal HDMI: MiniHDMI Type C

AV OUT/DIGITAL: Dedicated jack (8 pin)

Dimensions Approx. 130.2 mm (W) x 97.0 mm (H) x 118.2 mm (D)

[5.13″ (W) x 3.82″ (H) x 4.65″ (D)]
(excluding the projection part)

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Specifications

Mass With card and battery: Approx. 606 (1.34 lb)

Operating
temperature

Operating humidity 10%RH to 80%RH

Battery Charger
(Panasonic DE-A84A): Information for your safety

Input AC~ 110 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz, 0.15 A

Output DC

Battery pack (lithium-ion)
(Panasonic DMW-BMB9E): Information for your safety

Voltage / capacity 7.2 V / 895 mAh

Specifications are subject to change without notice.

Excluding card and battery: Approx. 562

0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F)

8.4 V, 0.43 A

(1.24 lb)

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• SDXC Logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC.

• HDMI, the HDMI Logo, and High-Definition
Multimedia Interface are trademarks or
registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in
the United States and other countries.

• “AVCHD” and the “AVCHD” logo are trademarks
of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation.

• Manufactured under license from Dolby
Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol
are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

• Windows and Windows Vista are either
registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft
Corporation in the United States and/or other
countries.

• Mac and Mac OS are trademarks of Apple Inc.,
registered in the U.S. and other countries.

• QuickTime and the QuickTime logo are
trademarks or registered trademarks of Apple
Inc., used under license therefrom.

• This product uses “DynaFont” from
DynaComware Corporation. DynaFont is a
registered trademark of DynaComware Taiwan
Inc.

• Other names, company names, and product
names mentioned in these instructions are
trademarks or registered trademarks of the
companies concerned.

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Manufactured by: Panasonic Corporation

Importer: Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH

Kadoma, Osaka, Japan

Panasonic Testing Centre
Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg, Germany

Web Site: http://panasonic.net

© Panasonic Corporation 2013

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