PANASONIC DMCFZ8 User Manual

Operating Instructions

Digital Camera

Model No. DMC-FZ8

Before use, please read these

instructions completely.

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

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Before Use

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.

Information for Your Safety

WARNING:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR PRODUCT DAMAGE,

• DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN, MOISTURE, DRIPPING OR SPLASHING AND THAT NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES, SHALL BE PLACED ON THE APPARATUS.

• USE ONLY THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES.

• DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK); THERE ARE NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

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.

• 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.

• SDHC Logo is a trademark.

• Leica is a registered trademark of Leica Microsystems IR GmbH.

• Elmarit is a registered trademark of Leica Camera AG.

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

THE SOCKET OUTLET SHALL BE INSTALLED NEAR THE EQUIPMENT AND SHALL BE EASILY ACCESSIBLE.

CAUTION

Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

Warning

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

Product Identification Marking is located on the bottom of units.

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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 Ï or the BSI mark Ì on the body of the fuse.

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.

CAUTION!

IF THE FITTED MOULDED PLUG IS UNSUITABLE FOR THE SOCKET OUTLET IN YOUR HOME THEN THE FUSE SHOULD BE REMOVED AND THE PLUG CUT OFF AND DISPOSED OF SAFELY. THERE IS A DANGER OF SEVERE ELECTRICAL SHOCK IF THE CUT OFF PLUG IS INSERTED INTO ANY 13AMPERE SOCKET.

If a new plug is to be fitted please observe the wiring code as stated below. If in any doubt please consult a qualified electrician.

∫ IMPORTANT

The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code: Blue: Neutral, Brown: Live. As these colours may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows: The wire which is coloured Blue must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured Black or Blue. The wire which is coloured Brown must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured Brown or Red.

WARNING: DO NOT CONNECT EITHER WIRE TO THE EARTH TERMINAL WHICH IS MARKED WITH THE LETTER E, BY THE EARTH SYMBOL Ó OR COLOURED GREEN OR GREEN/YELLOW.

THIS PLUG IS NOT WATERPROOFKEEP DRY.

∫ Before Use

Remove the connector cover.

∫ 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 Figure B

Fuse cover

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

Figure A Figure B

Fuse (5 ampere)

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Information on Disposal for Users of Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment (private households)

This symbol on the products and/or accompanying documents means that used electrical and electronic products should not be mixed with general household waste. For proper treatment, recovery and recycling, please take these products to designated collection points, where they will be accepted on a free of charge basis. Alternatively, in some countries you may be able to return your products to your local retailer upon the purchase of an equivalent new product. Disposing of this product correctly 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. Please contact your local authority for further details of your nearest designated collection point. 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

This symbol is only valid in the European Union. If you wish to discard this product, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.

∫ About the battery charger • The battery charger is in the standby

condition when the AC power supply cord

CAUTION!

• DO NOT INSTALL OR PLACE THIS UNIT IN A BOOKCASE, BUILT-IN CABINET OR IN ANOTHER CONFINED SPACE. ENSURE THE UNIT IS WELL VENTILATED. TO PREVENT RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK OR FIRE HAZARD DUE TO OVERHEATING, ENSURE THAT CURTAINS AND ANY OTHER MATERIALS DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE VENTILATION VENTS.

• DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE UNIT’S VENTILATION OPENINGS WITH NEWSPAPERS, TABLECLOTHS, CURTAINS, AND SIMILAR ITEMS.

• DO NOT PLACE SOURCES OF NAKED FLAMES, SUCH AS LIGHTED CANDLES, ON THE UNIT.

• DISPOSE OF BATTERIES IN AN ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY MANNER.

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

∫ Care of the camera

• Do not strongly shake or bump the camera.

This unit may malfunction, recording pictures may no longer be possible or the lens or the LCD monitor may be damaged.

• Retract the lens before carrying the camera or playing back pictures.

• Be particularly careful when using the camera in the following places as it may cause this unit to malfunction.

– 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 a beach.

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• If water or seawater splashes on the camera, use a dry cloth to wipe the camera body carefully.

∫ About Condensation (When the lens

or the Viewfinder is fogged up)

• Condensation occurs when the ambient temperature or humidity changes as described below. Be careful of condensation since it causes lens stains, fungus and camera malfunction. – When the camera is taken from the cold

outdoors to the warm indoors.

– When the camera is taken from outside

to inside an air-conditioned car.

– When cool wind from an air conditioner

etc. blows directly on the camera.

– In humid places

• To prevent condensation, put the camera in a plastic bag until the temperature of the camera is close to the ambient temperature. If condensation occurs, turn the camera off and leave it for about 2 hours. The fog will disappear naturally when the temperature of the camera becomes close to the ambient temperature.

• Read together with the “Cautions for Use”. (P122)

Before Use

∫ About cards that can be used in this

unit

You can use an SD Memory Card, an SDHC Memory Card and a MultiMediaCard.

• When the term card is used in these

operating instructions this refers to the following types of Memory Cards. – SD Memory Card (8 MB to 2 GB) – SDHC Memory Card (4 GB) – MultiMediaCard

More specific information about memory cards that can be used with this unit.

• You can only use an SDHC Memory Card if using cards with 4 GB or more capacity.

• A 4 GB Memory Card without an SDHC logo is not based on the SD Standard and will not work in this product.

• A MultiMediaCard is compatible with still pictures only.

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Contents

Before Use

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

Preparation

Accessories ..............................................9

Names of the Components ..................... 10

Attaching the Lens Cap/Strap ................. 12

Attaching the Lens Hood ........................ 13

Quick Guide............................................ 15

Charging the Battery with the Charger ...16 About the Battery (charging/

number of recordable pictures) ...........17

Inserting and Removing the Battery/

the Card (optional) .............................. 18

About the Built-in Memory/the Card

(optional) ............................................. 19

Setting Date/Time (Clock Set) ................ 20

• Changing the clock setting ............... 20

About the Mode Dial ...............................21

Setting the Menu.....................................22

About the Setup Menu ............................23

LCD Monitor Display/Switching

the LCD Monitor Display .....................27

Basic

Taking Pictures....................................... 28

Taking Pictures in Simple Mode.............31

Taking Pictures with the Zoom ...............33

• Using the Optical Zoom .................... 33

Using the Extra Optical Zoom (EZ)

•

• Using the Digital Zoom

Further extending the zoom ............. 35

Checking the Recorded Picture

(Review)..............................................36

Playing back/Deleting Pictures ...............37

Advanced (Recording pictures)

About the LCD Monitor/Viewfinder .........39

Changing the information displayed

•

.... 34

... 39

• Brightening the LCD Monitor

(Power LCD/High angle mode) ........ 42

Taking Pictures using the Built-in Flash

Taking Pictures with the Self-timer .........48

Compensating the Exposure .................. 49

Taking Pictures using Auto Bracket ........ 50

Optical Image Stabilizer..........................51

Taking Pictures using Burst Mode .......... 52

Changing the sensitivity according to

the movement of the subject being

recorded..............................................53

Taking Close-up Pictures........................55

Aperture-priority AE ................................56

Shutter-priority AE .................................. 57

Manual exposure ....................................57

Aperture Value and Shutter Speed ......... 58

Taking Pictures with Manual Focus ........ 59

Taking pictures that match the scene

being recorded (Scene mode).............62

– [PORTRAIT] .................................. 63

– [SOFT SKIN] ................................. 63

– [SCENERY]...................................63

– [SPORTS]...................................... 63

– [PANNING] .................................... 64

– [NIGHT PORTRAIT]...................... 64

– [NIGHT SCENERY]....................... 65

– [FOOD] ......................................... 65

– [PARTY] ........................................ 65

– [CANDLE LIGHT] ..........................65

– [BABY1]/[BABY2] ..........................66

– [PET] ............................................. 67

– [SUNSET]...................................... 67

– [HIGH SENS.]................................ 67

– [STARRY SKY]..............................67

– [FIREWORKS]...............................68

– [BEACH]........................................69

– [SNOW] ......................................... 69

– [AERIAL PHOTO].......................... 69

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

Recording which day of the vacation

you take the picture............................. 72

Displaying the time at

the travel destination (World Time) .....74

Using the [REC] Mode Menu .................. 76

• [W.BALANCE] Adjusting the hue for

a more natural picture ......................77

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• [WB ADJUST.] Finely adjusting the white balance ... 78

• [SENSITIVITY]

Setting the light sensitivity ................ 79

• [ASPECT RATIO] Setting the aspect ratio of pictures ... 80

• [PICT.SIZE]/[QUALITY] Setting a picture size and quality that matches your use of the pictures

• [AUDIO REC.]

Recording still pictures with audio .... 82

• [METERING MODE] Deciding the method to measure

brightness.........................................82

• [AF MODE]

Setting the focus method.................. 83

• [CONT.AF] Continuously focusing on a subjec

• [AF ASSIST LAMP] Focusing in low light conditions

becomes easier................................85

• [COL.EFFECT] Setting colour effects for

the recorded pictures........................ 85

• [PICT.ADJ.] Adjusting the picture quality for

the recorded pictures........................ 86

• [FLIP ANIM.] Connecting images to create

a motion picture file ..........................86

• [CONVERSION]

Using an optional lens......................88

• [CLOCK SET]

Set the date, time and display ..........90

........80

t....84

Advanced (Playback)

Using the [PLAY] mode menu ................97

• [SLIDE SHOW] Playing back pictures in order for

a fixed duration.................................97

• [FAVORITE]

Setting your favourite pictures.......... 99

• [ROTATE DISP.]/[ROTATE]

To display the picture rotated ...........99

• [DATE STAMP] Stamping information such as the date on the recorded pictures... 100

• [DPOF PRINT] Setting the picture to print and

the number of prints........................ 102

• [PROTECT] Preventing accidental erasure of

pictures...........................................104

• [AUDIO DUB.] Adding audio after taking pictures

• [RESIZE]

Making the picture smaller.............. 105

• [TRIMMING] Enlarging a picture and trimming it

• [ASPECT CONV.] Changing the aspect ratio of

a 16:9 picture..................................107

• [COPY]

Copying the picture data.................108

• [FORMAT]

Initializing the card .......................... 109

... 105

... 106

Connecting to other equipment

Connecting to a PC...............................110

Printing the Pictures..............................113

Playing Back Pictures on a TV Screen

....117

Displaying Multiple Screens

(Multi Playback)...................................91

Displaying pictures by recording date

(Calendar playback) ............................ 92

Using the Playback Zoom.......................93

Playing Back Motion Pictures/

Pictures with Audio..............................94

Creating still pictures from

a motion picture...................................95

Others

Using the MC Protector/ND Filter .........118

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

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

Message Display ..................................124

Troubleshooting ....................................126

Number of recordable pictures and

available recording time ....................131

Specifications........................................134

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Sales and Support Information

Customer Care Centre

• For customers within the UK: 08705 357357

• For customers within the Republic of Ireland: 01 289 8333

• Visit our website for product information

• E-mail: customer.care@panasonic.co.uk

Technical Support for AV Software

• For UK, ROI: 08701 505610

Direct Sales at Panasonic UK

• Order accessory and consumable items for your product with ease and confidence by phoning our Customer Care 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.panasonic.co.uk.

• Most major credit and debit cards accepted.

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

• 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.

Interested in purchasing an extended guarantee? Please call 0870 240 6284 or visit our website www.panasonic.co.uk/guarantee

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Preparation

Accessories

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

CGR-S006E

K2CT3CA00004

K1HA08CD0013 K1HA08CD0014

DE-A44A

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∫ Standard Accessories

1 Battery Pack

(Indicated as battery in the text)

2 Battery Charger

(Indicated as charger in the text)

3 AC Mains Lead 4 USB Connection Cable 5 AV Cable 6 CD-ROM 7 Shoulder Strap 8 Lens Cap/Lens Cap String 9 Lens Hood/Hood Adaptor

A:Silver B:Black

VFC4160

VYK1T69

A: VYQ3997/VYQ3998 B: VYQ3981/VYQ3797

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∫ Optional Accessories

• Lithium Ion Battery

CGR-S006E

• AC Adaptor

DMW-AC7EB

• Soft Case/Semi Hard Case

DMW-CZS7/DMW-CHFZ8

• MC Protector/ND Filter

DMW-LMC52/DMW-LND52

• Tele Conversion Lens/Wide Conversion Lens

DMW-LT55/DMW-LW55

• Close-up Lens

DMW-LC55

• Lens Adapter

DMW-LA2

• SDHC Memory Card

4 GB: RP-SDR04GE1K

• SD Memory Card

2 GB: RP-SDK02GE1A/

RP-SDR02GE1A

1 GB: RP-SDK01GE1A/

RP-SDH01GE1A/ RP-SDR01GE1A

512 MB: RP-SDK512E1A/

RP-SDR512E1A

256 MB: RP-SDH256E1A/

RP-SDR256E1A

128 MB: RP-SD128BE1A

• USB 2.0 Reader/Writer

BN-SDUSB2E

• CardBus PC Card Adapter

BN-SDPC3E

• Some optional accessories may not be

available in some countries.

• SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card

and MultiMediaCard 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. (P19)

Names of the Components

1234

1 Lens (P123) 2 Flash (P44) 3 Microphone (P82, 105) 4 Self-timer indicator (P48)

AF assist lamp (P85)

12 14 15 16

5 Flash open button (P44) 6 Diopter adjustment dial (P40) 7 Viewfinder (P39, 119) 8 Speaker (P94) 9 [EVF/LCD] button (P39)

10 Camera ON/OFF switch (P15, 20)

10956 7

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11 Joystick (P30, 37, 56, 57)

5 6

In these operating instructions, the operations using the joystick are described as illustrated below shown. e.g.: When you tilt the joystick right

e.g.: When you press the centre of the

joystick

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18 1

20 21 2

18 Zoom lever (P33) 19 Shutter button (P28, 70) 20 Mode dial (P21) 21 Focus switch button (P59) 22 Optical image stabilizer button (P51)

12 LCD monitor (P39, 119) 13 [DISPLAY/LCD MODE] button (P39, 42) 14 Status indicator (P28) 15 Single or burst mode button (P52)/

Delete button (P37)

16 Cursor buttons

2/Self-timer button (P48) 4/[REV] button (P36) 1/Flash Setting button (P44) 3/Exposure compensation (P49)/

Auto bracket (P50)/Flash output adjustment (P47)/Backlight compensation in simple mode (P32) button

In these operating instructions, operations using the cursor button are described with illustrations below. e.g.: When you press the 4 button

17 [MENU/SET] button (P22)

2 2

23 Strap eyelet (P12) 24 [DIGITAL/AV OUT] Socket (P110, 113, 117) 25 [DC IN] Socket (P110, 113)

• Always use a genuine Panasonic AC adaptor (DMW-AC7E; optional).

• The camera cannot charge the battery even if the AC adaptor (DMW-AC7E; optional) is connected.

26 Terminal door 27 Lens Barrel

28 29

28 Card/Battery door (P18) 29 Tripod receptacle

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

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Attaching the Lens Cap/Strap

∫ Lens Cap (supplied)

1 Pass the string through the hole

on the lens cap.

2 Pass the same string through the

hole on the camera.

∫ Strap (supplied)

1 Pass the strap through the hole at

the strap eyelet.

2 Pass the strap through the

stopper and fasten the strap.

3 Attach the lens cap.

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

• Detach the lens cap before turning on the camera in the recording mode.

• Be careful not to lose the lens cap.

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A: Pull the strap 2 cm or more.

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

• Check that the strap is firmly attached to the camera.

• Attach the strap so that the “L is on the outside.

UMIX” LOGO

Attaching the Lens Hood

In bright sunlight or backlight, the lens hood will minimise lens flare and ghosting. The lens hood cuts off excess lighting and improves the picture quality.

• Check that the camera is turned off.

• Close the flash.

1 Attach the hood adaptor

(supplied).

• Do not tighten the hood adaptor too much.

2 Place the camera upside down,

align the mark on the lens hood with the mark A on the camera and then insert the lens hood.

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3 Tighten the screw.

• Do not tighten the screw too much.

∫ Removing the hood adaptor

• Hold the edge of the hood adaptor to remove it.

• Check if the screw is loose and then attach the lens hood.

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∫ Temporarily storing the lens hood

1 Loosen the screw and remove the

lens hood.

2 Reverse the lens hood.

3 Attach the lens hood with the

screw facing upwards and then tighten the screw again.

4 Attach the lens cap.

• Ensure that the lens cap is firmly attached.

• Do not take a picture while the lens hood is temporarily stored.

• When taking pictures with flash with the lens hood attached, the lower portion of the photo may turn dark (vignetting effect) and the control of the flash may be disabled because the photo flash may be obscured by the lens hood. We recommend detaching the lens hood.

• When using the AF assist lamp in the dark, detach the lens hood.

• For details on how to attach the MC protector and the ND filter, refer to P118.

• You cannot attach the conversion lenses and the close-up lens when the hood adaptor is attached.

• The lens adaptor (DMW-LA2; optional) is necessary to attach a conversion lenses.

• Consult the dealer or your nearest Service Centre if you lose the supplied accessories. (You can purchase the accessories separately.)

• Make sure the screw is loose and then attach the lens hood.

• Do not tighten the screw too much.

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Quick Guide

This is an overview of how to record and playback pictures with the camera. For each step, be sure to refer to the pages indicated in brackets.

1 Charge the battery. (P16)

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

2 Insert the battery and the card.

(P18)

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3 Turn the camera on to take

pictures.

• Set the clock. (P20)

OFF ON

1 Set the mode dial to [ ]. 2 Press the shutter button to take

pictures. (P28)

4 Play back the pictures.

1 Set the mode dial to [ ]. 2 Select the picture you want to view.

(P37)

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Charging the Battery with the Charger

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

1 Insert the battery terminals and

attach the battery to the charger.

2 Connect the AC mains lead.

• The AC mains lead does not fit entirely into the AC input terminal. A gap will remain as shown below.

3 Detach the battery after charging

is complete.

• After charging is completed, be sure to disconnect the AC mains lead from the electrical outlet.

• The battery becomes warm after using it and during and after charging. The camera also becomes warm during use. This is not a malfunction.

• The battery will be exhausted if left for a long period of time after being charged. Recharge the battery when it is exhausted.

• The battery can be charged even if it is not fully discharged.

• Use the dedicated charger and battery.

• Charge the battery with the charger indoors.

• Do not disassemble or modify the charger.

• Charging starts when the [CHARGE]

indicator A lights green.

• Charging is complete when the

[CHARGE] indicator A turns off (after about 120 minutes).

• If the [CHARGE] indicator blinks, refer to P17.

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About the Battery

(charging/number of recordable pictures)

∫ The battery life The number of recordable pictures (By CIPA standard in programme AE mode [])

Number of recordable pictures

Recording conditions by CIPA standard

• Temperature: 23 °C/ Humidity: 50% when LCD monitor is on.

• Using a Panasonic SD Memory Card (16 MB).

• Using the supplied battery.

• Starting recording 30 seconds after the camera is turned on. (When the optical image stabilizer function is set to [MODE1])

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

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

• Turn the camera off every 10 recordings.

¢The number of recordable pictures

decreases when the power LCD function or high angle function (P42) are used.

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

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. [e.g. When recording once every 2 minutes, the number of recordable pictures decreases to about 95.]

Approx. 380 pictures (Approx. 190 min)

The number of recordable pictures when using the Viewfinder

(Recording conditions comply with CIPA standard.)

Number of recordable pictures

Approx. 380 pictures (Approx. 190 min)

Playback time when using the LCD monitor

Playback time Approx. 420 min

The number of recordable pictures and playback time will vary depending on the operating conditions and storing condition of the battery.

∫ Charging

Charging time Approx. 120 min

Charging time and number of recordable pictures with the optional battery pack (CGR-S006E) are the same as above.

• The [CHARGE] indicator lights when charging starts.

∫ When the [CHARGE] indicator flashes

• The battery is over discharged (discharged excessively). In a while, [CHARGE] indicator will light up and normal charging will start.

• When the battery temperature is excessively high or low, the charging time will be longer than normal.

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

• 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.

∫ Charging conditions

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

• The performance of the battery may temporarily deteriorate and the operating time may become shorter in low temperature conditions (e.g. skiing/ snowboarding).

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Inserting and Removing the Battery/ the Card (optional)

• Check that this unit is turned off.

• Close the flash.

• Prepare a card. (optional)

• You can record or play back pictures on the built-in memory when you are not using a card. (P19)

1 Slide the release lever in the

direction of arrow and open the card/battery door.

• Do not touch the connection terminals of the card.

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

3 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, check its direction and then insert it again.

• Always use genuine Panasonic batteries (CGR-S006E).

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

2 Battery:

Insert it fully 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 insert it. Push it until it clicks and then pull it out upright.

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• Remove the battery after use.

• Do not remove the card or the battery while the card is being accessed. The data may be damaged.

• Do not remove the battery with the camera turned on since 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.

• Do not insert or remove the battery or the card while this unit is turned on. The data on the built-in memory or the card may be damaged. Be particularly careful while the built-in memory or the card is being accessed. (P27)

• We recommend using Panasonic’s card.

About the Built-in Memory/the Card (optional)

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

∫ Built-in Memory [ ] You can record or play back pictures with the built-in memory. (The built-in memory cannot be used when a card is inserted.)

• The built-in memory capacity is about 27 MB.

• Picture size is fixed to QVGA (320k240 pixels) when recording motion pictures to the built-in memory. (P70)

∫ Card [ ] When a card is inserted, you can record or play back pictures on a card.

∫ Card (optional)

• The SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card and MultiMediaCard are small, lightweight, removable external cards. Read P5 for information about cards that can be used in this unit.

• The SDHC Memory Card is a memory card standard decided by the SD Association in 2006 for high capacity memory cards more than 2 GB.

• The reading/writing speed of an SD Memory Card and an SDHC Memory Card is fast. Both types of card are equipped with a Write-Protect switch A that prevents writing and formatting the card. (If the switch is slid to the [LOCK] side, it is not possible to write or delete data on the card and format it. When the switch is slid to the other side, these functions become available.)

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• This unit (SDHC compatible equipment) is compatible with SD Memory Cards based on SD Memory Card Specifications and formatted in FAT12 system and FAT16 system. It is also compatible with SDHC Memory Cards based on SD Memory Card Specifications and formatted in FAT32 system.

• You can use an SDHC Memory Card in equipment that is compatible with SDHC Memory Cards however you cannot use an SDHC Memory Card in equipment that is only compatible with SD Memory Cards. (Always read the operating instructions for the equipment being used. If you also order a photo studio to print pictures, ask the photo studio before printing.)

Please confirm the latest information on the following website.

http://panasonic.

(This Site is English only.)

• Refer to P131 for information about the number of recordable pictures and the available recording time for each Card.

• We recommend using High Speed SD Memory Cards/SDHC Memory Cards when recording motion pictures. (P70)

• 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.

• The reading/writing speed of a MultiMediaCard is slower than an SD Memory Card or SDHC Memory Card. When a MultiMediaCard is used, the performance of certain features may be slightly slower than advertised.

• Do not format the card on your PC or other equipment. Format it on the camera only to ensure proper operation. (P109)

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

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Preparation

Setting Date/Time (Clock Set)

∫ Initial setting

The clock is not set so the following screen appears when you turn the camera on.

OFF ON

PLEASE SET THE CLOCK

A: [MENU/SET] button B: Cursor buttons

1 Press [MENU/SET].

2 Press 3/4/2/1 to select the

date and time.

CLOCK SET

00 00

SELECT SET EXIT

A: Time at the home area B: Time at the travel destination (P74)

• 2/1: Select the desired item

• 3/4: Set the display order for the date

and time.

• : Cancell without setting the clock.

CLOCK SET

: :

JAN

11 2007

D/M/Y

CANCEL

3 Press [MENU/SET] to set.

• Turn the camera off after setting the clock. Then set the mode dial to a recording mode to turn the camera on and check whether or not the clock setting is correct.

∫ Changing the clock setting 1 Press [MENU/SET]. 2

Press

3/4

to select [CLOCK SET]. (P90)

3 Press 1 and then perform steps 2 and

3 to set the clock.

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

• You can also set the clock in the [SETUP] menu. (P23)

• When a fully charged battery has been inserted for more than 24 hours, the clock setting is stored (in the camera) for at least 3 months even if the battery is removed. (If you insert a battery that is not sufficiently charged, the length of time that the clock setting is stored may become less.) However, the clock setting is cancelled after this length of time. In this case, set the clock again.

• You can set the year from 2000 to 2099. The 24-hour system is used.

• If the clock is not set, the correct date cannot be printed when you stamp the date on the pictures with [DATE STAMP] (P100) or order a photo studio to print the pictures. (P103)

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About the Mode Dial

If you turn on this unit and then rotate the mode dial, you can not only switch between recording and playback but also switch to a scene mode that matches your recording purpose.

∫ Switching the mode by rotating the

mode dial

PROGRAM AE

• Adjust part A to the desired mode.

Rotate the mode dial slowly and surely to adjust to each mode. (The mode dial rotates 360 o)

• The above screen B appears on the LCD

monitor/Viewfinder if the mode dial is rotated. (P26)

• The mode currently selected appears on the LCD monitor/Viewfinder when the camera is turned on.

Preparation

∫ Basic

: Programme AE mode (P28)

The exposure is automatically adjusted by the camera.

: Simple mode (P31)

This mode is recommended for beginners.

: Playback mode (P37)

This mode allows you to play back recorded pictures.

∫ Advanced

: Intelligent ISO sensitivity mode

(P53)

This allows you to set the optimal ISO sensitivity and shutter speed according to the movement and the brightness of the subject.

: Aperture-priority AE mode (P56)

The shutter speed is automatically determined by the aperture value you set.

: Shutter-priority AE mode (P57)

The aperture value is automatically determined by the shutter speed you set.

: Manual exposure mode (P57)

The exposure is adjusted by the aperture value and the shutter speed which are manually adjusted.

: Scene mode (P62)

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

: Motion picture mode (P70)

This mode allows you to record motion pictures.

: Print mode (P113)

Use this to print pictures.

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Preparation

Setting the Menu

∫ Displaying the menu screens

Press [MENU/SET].

EXIT

AWB

AUTO

REC

W.BALANCE

WB ADJUST.

SENSITIVITY

ASPECT RATIO

PICT.SIZE

SELECT

A Menu icons B Current page C Menu items and settings

• Rotate the zoom lever to switch to the next/previous page easily.

• The menu icons and the menu items that are displayed differ depending on the position of the mode dial.

∫ About the menu icons

[REC] mode menu (P76):

This is displayed when the mode dial is set to [ ]/[ ]/[ ]/[ ]/[ ]/[ ]/[ ].

[PLAY] mode menu (P97):

This is displayed when the mode dial is set to [ ].

[SCENE MODE] menu (P62):

This is displayed when the mode dial is set to [ ].

[SETUP] menu (P23):

This is displayed when the mode dial is set to [ ]/[ ]/[ ]/[ ]/[ ]/[ ]/[ ]/ [].

∫ Setting menu items

• The following example shows how to set [QUALITY] when programme AE mode [ ] is selected.

1 Press 3/4 to select the menu

item.

EXIT

AWB

AUTO

OFF

REC

W.BALANCE

WB ADJUST.

SENSITIVITY

ASPECT RATIO

PICT.SIZE

SELECT

REC

QUALITY

AUDIO REC.

METERING MODE

AF MODE

CONT.AF

SELECT

• Press 4 at A to switch to the next

screen.

2 Press 1.

REC

QUALITY

AUDIO REC.

METERING MODE

AF MODE

CONT.AF

SELECT SET

OFF

3 Press 3/4 to select the setting.

REC

QUALITY

AUDIO REC.

METERING MODE

AF MODE

CONT.AF

SELECT SET

OFF

4 Press [MENU/SET] to set.

EXIT

OFF

SET

REC

QUALITY

AUDIO REC.

METERING MODE

AF MODE

CONT.AF

SELECT

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∫ Closing the menu screen

Press [MENU/SET].

• When the mode dial is set to [ ]/[ ]/[ ]/[ ]/[ ]/[ ]/ [ ], you can also close the menu screen by pressing the shutter button halfway or press the centre of the joystick to finish.

∫ Switching to the [SETUP] menu

1 Press 2 on a menu screen.

EXIT

AWB

AUTO

REC

SELECT

W.BALANCE

WB ADJUST.

SENSITIVITY

ASPECT RATIO

PICT.SIZE

2 Press 4 to select the [SETUP]

menu icon.

EXIT

OFF

SETUP

SELECT

CLOCK SET

WORLD TIME

MONITOR

GUIDE LINE

TRAVEL DATE

3 Press 1.

EXIT

OFF

SETUP

CLOCK SET

WORLD TIME

MONITOR

GUIDE LINE

TRAVEL DATE

SELECT

• Select a menu item next and set it.

Preparation

About the Setup Menu

• Set items as required. (Refer to P23 to 26 for each menu item.)

• Select [RESET] to return the settings to the initial settings at the time of purchase. (P25)

• [CLOCK SET], [AUTO REVIEW] and [POWER SAVE] are important items. Check their settings before using them.

[CLOCK SET] (P20)

(Changing the date and time.)

Press [ ] to display the [SETUP] menu

SET

and select the item to set. (P22) Change date and time.

[AUTO REVIEW]

(Displaying the recorded picture.)

Press [ ] to display the [SETUP] menu

SET

and select the item to set. (P22) Set the length of time that the picture is displayed after taking it.

[1SEC.], [3SEC.], [ZOOM], [OFF]

• The auto review function is not activated in motion picture mode [ ].

• When pictures are recorded in auto bracket (P50) or burst mode (P52), the auto review function is activated regardless of the setting on the auto review function. (The picture is not enlarged.)

• The auto review function is activated while pictures with audio (P82) are being recorded regardless of its setting. (The picture is not enlarged.)

• When the quality is set to [RAW], the auto review function works until the end of recording onto the card. (The picture is not enlarged.)

• The auto review setting is disabled when using auto bracket or burst mode, in motion picture mode set to [ON] or when the quality is set to [RAW].

• In simple mode [ ], the auto review function is fixed to [1SEC.].

[]

, when [AUDIO REC.] is

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Preparation

[POWER SAVE]

(Turning off this unit automatically.)

Press [ ] to display the [SETUP] menu

SET

and select the item to set. (P22) Power save mode is activated (the camera is automatically turned off to save the battery life) if the camera has not been used for the time selected on the setting.

[1MIN.]/[2MIN.]/[5MIN.]/[10MIN.], [OFF]:

• Press the shutter button halfway or turn the camera off and on to cancell power save mode.

• In simple mode [ ], power save mode is fixed to [5MIN.].

• Power save mode is not activated in the following cases. – When using the AC adaptor

(DMW-AC7E; optional) – When connecting to a PC or a printer – When recording or playing back motion

pictures – During a slide show (P97)

[WORLD TIME] (P74)

Press [ ] to display the [SETUP] menu

SET

and select the item to set. (P22) Set the time in your home area and travel destination.

[]:Home area. []:Travel destination area.

[MONITOR/VIEWFINDER]

Press [ ] to display the [SETUP] menu

SET

and select the item to set. (P22) You can adjust the brightness of the monitor or the Viewfinder in 7 steps.

[GUIDE LINE]

Press [ ] to display the [SETUP] menu

SET

and select the item to set. (P22) Set the pattern of the guide lines displayed when taking pictures. You can also set whether or not to have the recording information and histogram displayed when the guide lines are displayed. (P39, 41)

[REC. INFO.]: [ON]/[OFF] [HISTOGRAM]:[ON]/[OFF] [PATTERN]: [ ]/[ ]

[TRAVEL DATE] (P72)

Press [ ] to display the [SETUP] menu

SET

and select the item to set. (P22) Set the departure date and the return date of the vacation.

[SET], [OFF]

[PLAY ON LCD] (P41)

Press [ ] to display the [SETUP] menu

SET

and select the item to set. (P22) If you selected the Viewfinder in a recording mode, the display will automatically switch to the LCD monitor when reviewing or playing back the pictures.

[ON], [OFF]

[ZOOM RESUME]

Press [ ] to display the [SETUP] menu

SET

and select the item to set. (P22) The zoom position is stored when this unit is turned off. When this unit is turned on again, the zoom automatically returns to the position it was at when this unit was turned off. (P33)

[ON], [OFF]

• The zoom resume cannot be set in the following cases. – In simple mode [ ]. – When [CONVERSION] on the [REC]

mode menu is set to [ ] or [ ].

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[MF ASSIST] (P59)

(Recording mode only)

Press [ ] to display the [SETUP] menu

SET

and select the item to set. (P22) In manual focus, the assistance screen

appears on the centre of the screen to facilitate focusing on the subject. [MF1]:The centre of the screen is

enlarged. You can adjust the focus while determining the composition of the whole of the screen.

[MF2]:The whole of the screen is enlarged.

This is convenient for adjusting the focus in Wide angle shots.

[OFF]:The screen is not enlarged.

[BEEP]

Press [ ] to display the [SETUP] menu

SET

and select the item to set. (P22) This allows you to set the beep.

[]:No operation sound []:Soft operation sound []:Loud operation sound

[AF BEEP]

SET

Press [ ] to display the [SETUP] menu and select this item. (P22) This allows you to set the AF beep.

[]:No AF beep []:Soft AF beep []:Loud AF beep

[SHUTTER]

Press [ ] to display the [SETUP] menu

SET

and select the item to set. (P22) This allows you to set the shutter sound.

[]:No shutter sound []:Soft shutter sound []:Loud shutter sound

[VOLUME]

Press [ ] to display the [SETUP] menu

SET

and select the item to set. (P22) The volume of speakers can be adjusted in

7 steps from level 6 to 0.

• When you connect the camera to a TV, the volume of the TV speakers does not change.

Preparation

[NO.RESET]

Press [ ] to display the [SETUP] menu

SET

and select the item to set. (P22) The folder number is updated and the file number starts from 0001. (P111)

• A folder number between 100 and 999 can be assigned. When the folder number reaches 999, the number cannot be reset. We recommend formatting the card after saving the data on a PC or elsewhere.

• To reset the folder number to 100, format the built-in memory (P109) or the card first and then use this function to reset the file number. A reset screen for the folder number will then appear. Select [YES] to reset the folder number. (P111)

[RESET]

Press [ ] to display the [SETUP] menu

SET

and select the item to set. (P22) The [REC] or [SETUP] menu settings are reset to the initial settings.

• [FAVORITE] (P99) is fixed to [OFF] and [ROTATE DISP.] (P99) is fixed to [ON].

• If the [SETUP] menu settings are reset, the following settings are also reset. – The birthday settings for [BABY1]/

[BABY2] (P66) and [PET] (P67) in scene mode.

– The number of days that have passed

since the departure date in

[TRAVEL DATE]. (P72) – The [WORLD TIME] (P74) setting. – [ZOOM RESUME] (P24)

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

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Preparation

[VIDEO OUT] (P117)

(Playback mode only)

Press [ ] to display the [SETUP] menu

SET

and select the item to set. (P22) Set to match the colour television system in each country. [NTSC]: Video output is set to NTSC

system.

[PAL]: Video output is set to PAL

system.

[TV ASPECT] (P117)

(Playback mode only)

Press [ ] to display the [SETUP] menu

SET

and select the item to set. (P22) Set to match the type of TV.

[ ]:

When connecting to a 16:9 screen TV.

[]:

When connecting to a 4:3 screen TV.

[MF m/ft] (P59)

Press [ ] to display the [SETUP] menu

SET

and select the item to set. (P22) Change the unit displayed for the focus distance in manual focus.

[m]: The distance is displayed in metres. [ft]: The distance is displayed in feet.

[SCENE MENU] (P62)

Press [ ] to display the [SETUP] menu

SET

and select the item to set. (P22) Set the screen that will appear when the mode dial is set to [ ]. [AUTO]: The [SCENE MODE] menu

screen appears.

[OFF]: The recording screen in the

currently selected scene mode appears.

[DIAL DISPLAY] (P21)

Press [ ] to display the [SETUP] menu

SET

and select the item to set. (P22) Set whether or not to show the mode dial display when the mode dial is rotated.

[ON], [OFF]

[LANGUAGE]

Press [ ] to display the [SETUP] menu

SET

and select the item to set. (P22) Set the language displayed on the screen.

[ENGLISH], [DEUTSCH], [FRANÇAIS], [ESPAÑOL], [ITALIANO], [ ]

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

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Switching the LCD Monitor Display

Preparation

• The access indication lights red when pictures are being recorded on the built-in memory (or the card). – When using the built-in memory

∫ Screen display in programme AE

mode [ ] (at the time of purchase)

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1 Recording mode

2 Flash mode (P44)

3 AF area (P28)

• The AF area displayed is bigger than usual when taking pictures in dark places.

4 Focus (P28)

5 Picture size (P80)

6 Quality (P80)

: Jitter alert (P30)

7 Battery indication

• The indication turns red and blinks if the remaining battery power is exhausted. (The status indicator blinks when the LCD monitor turns off.) Recharge the battery or replace it with fully charged battery.

• It does not appear when you use the camera with the AC adaptor (DMW-AC7E; optional) connected.

8 Number of recordable pictures (P131)

9 Built-in memory/Card

– When using the card

• Do not do the following when the access indication lamps lights. The card or the data on the card may be damaged and this unit may no longer operate normally. – Turn this unit off. – Remove the battery or the card.

(when using a card) – Shake or bump this unit. – Disconnect the AC adaptor.

(DMW-AC7E; optional) (when

using the AC adaptor)

• Do not do the above when pictures are being read or deleted or the built-in memory (or the card) is being formatted (P109).

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

10 Recording state 11 AF area selection (P84) 12 Joystick operation (P30, 37, 56, 57) 13 Shutter speed (P28) 14 Aperture value (P28)

• If the exposure is not adequate, the aperture value and the shutter speed turn red. (They do not turn red when the flash is activated.)

15 Exposure compensation (P49) 16 Metering mode (P82) 17 Optical Image Stabilizer (P51)

• Refer to P119 for information about other screen displays.

∫ Switching the screen display

You can change the screen display by pressing [DISPLAY]. This allows you to display information while taking pictures such as the picture size or the number of recordable pictures or take pictures without displaying any information. Refer to P39 for details.

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Basic

Taking Pictures

The camera automatically sets the shutter speed and the aperture value according to the brightness of the subject.

3 Press the shutter button halfway

to focus.

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OFF ON

1: Shutter button

• The status indicator 3 lights for about 1 second when you turn this unit on 2. (When using the LCD monitor.)

• The status indicator continues to light if you turn the camera on when using the viewfinder.

1 Hold this unit gently with both

hands, keep your arms still at your side and stand with your feet slightly apart.

A: AF assist lamp B: When holding the camera vertically

2 Aim the AF area at the point you

want to focus on.

• The focus indication 2 lights green and the AF area 1 turns white to green.

3: Aperture value 4: Shutter speed

• The subject is not focused in the following cases. – The focus indication blinks (green). – The AF area turns white to red or

there is no AF area.

– The focus sound beeps 4 times.

• If the distance is beyond the focus range, the picture may not be properly focused even if the focus indication lights.

4 Press the shutter button fully to

take a picture.

• When you press the shutter button, the screen may become bright or dark for a moment. This function allows easy adjustment of focus and the recorded picture will not be affected.

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

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

• Do not touch the front of the lens.

• When taking pictures, make sure your footing is stable and there is no danger of colliding with another person, a ball etc.

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∫ Exposure (P49)

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• The exposure is automatically adjusted to the appropriate exposure on this unit (AE=Auto Exposure). However, depending on the recording conditions such as when there is backlight, the recorded picture will be dark.

In this case, compensate the exposure. This allows you to take bright pictures.

∫ Focusing (P29, 55, 61)

• The picture is automatically focused on this unit (AF=Auto Focus). However, the picture may not be properly focused in the following cases. The focus range is 30 cm to ¶ (Wide), 2m to ¶ (Tele) – When there are both near and distant

subjects in a scene.

– When there is dirt or dust on glass

between the lens and the subject.

– When there are illuminated or glittering

objects around the subject. – When taking a picture in dark places. – When the subject is moving fast. – When the scene has low contrast. – When recording a very bright subject. – When taking close-up pictures of a

subject. – When jitter occurs.

Try using prefocus, the AF/AE lock technique or [AF MACRO].

∫ Colour (P77, 78)

• The colour of the subject will differ if the colour of the light surrounding it differs such as when the light comes from sunlight or halogen lighting. However, this unit automatically adjusts the hue to one close to real life. (auto white balance)

Set the white balance if you want to change the hue you get with auto white balance. Adjust the white balance finely for additional white balance adjustment.

Basic

∫ When you want to take a subject

outside the AF area (AF/AE Lock)

When recording a picture of people with a composition like the following picture, you will not be able to focus the camera on the subject because the people are outside the AF area.

In this case,

1 Aim the AF area at the subject. 2 Press the shutter button halfway to fix

the focus and the exposure.

• The focus indication lights when the subject is focused.

3 Press and hold the shutter button

halfway while moving the camera as you

compose the picture.

4 Press the shutter button fully.

• You can repeatedly retry AF/AE lock before pressing the shutter button fully.

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∫ Direction detection function

Pictures recorded with the camera held vertically are played back vertically (rotated). (Only when [ROTATE DISP.] (P99) is set to [ON])

• Pictures may not be displayed vertically if they were taken with the camera aimed up or down.

• Pictures cannot be displayed vertically when recording motion pictures or creating flip animations.

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∫ Preventing jitter (camera shake)

• Be careful of jittering when pressing the shutter button.

• If jitter could occur because of slow shutter speed, the jitter alert A appears.

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• When the jitter alert appears, we recommend using a tripod. If you cannot use a tripod, be careful how you hold the camera (P28). The use of the self-timer prevents jittering caused by pressing the shutter button when you are using a tripod (P48).

• Shutter speed will be slower particularly in the following cases. Keep the camera still from the moment the shutter button is pressed until the picture appears on the screen. We recommend using a tripod. – Slow sync./Red-eye reduction (P44) – [NIGHT PORTRAIT] (P64) – [NIGHT SCENERY] (P65) – [PARTY] (P65) – [CANDLE LIGHT] (P65) – [STARRY SKY] (P67) – [FIREWORKS] (P68) – When you set to a slow shutter speed

(P57)

∫ Programme shift

In programme AE mode, you can change the preset aperture value and shutter speed without changing the exposure. This is called programme shift. You can make the background more blurred by decreasing the aperture value or record a moving subject more dynamically by slowing the shutter speed when taking a picture in programme AE mode.

• Press the shutter button halfway and then use the joystick to activate programme shift while the aperture value and the shutter speed are displayed on the screen (about 10 seconds).

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• The

programme

on the screen when

shift indication D appears

programme

shift is

activated.

• Programme shift is cancelled if the camera is turned off or the joystick is moved up and down until the programme shift indication disappears.

∫ Example of programme shift

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13

2.8

(A)

5.6

1 1

125

(B)

250

500

1000

2000

(A): Aperture value (B): Shutter speed

1 Programme shift amount 2 Programme shift line chart 3 Programme shift limit

• If the exposure is not adequate when the

shutter button is pressed halfway, the aperture value and shutter speed turns red.

• Programme shift is cancelled and the

camera returns to normal programme AE mode if more than 10 seconds pass after programme shift is activated. However, the programme shift setting is memorised.

• Depending on the brightness of the subject,

programme

shift may not be activated.

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