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Panasonic DMC-TZ41, DMC-TZ37, DMC-TZ40 Operating Instructions

Operating Instructions
for advanced features
Digital Camera
Model No. DMC-TZ40
DMC-TZ41 DMC-TZ37
Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and
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Contents

Before use
Before use .............................................. 8
About GPS About the compass
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Standard Accessories .........................12
Names and Functions of Main Parts
Cursor button ..............................................14
Touch operations ................................. 15
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Preparations
Charging battery ..................................16
Inserting the battery ....................................17
Charging the battery ....................................18
Remaining battery .......................................20
Guidelines for number of recordable
pictures and operating time .........................20
Inserting and removing the card
(optional) .............................................. 22
Saving your pictures
(cards and built-in memory) ............... 23
Recording capacity guidelines
(pictures/recording time) .............................24
Setting the clock ..................................26
To change time setting ................................27
Basics
Sequence of operations ......................28
Taking pictures with your own settings
[Program AE] Mode ............................. 30
How to adjust focus ............................31
Touching the screen and recording
(Touch Shutter function) ..................... 32
Touching the screen and adjusting the focus and exposure
(Touch AF/AE function) ....................... 33
Taking pictures with automatic settings
[Intelligent Auto] Mode ........................ 34
About flash .................................................. 34
Automatic Scene Detection .........................35
About the Happy colour setting ...................35
[Motion Deblur] ............................................36
[iHandheld Nite Shot] .................................. 36
[iHDR] ..........................................................37
AF Tracking .................................................38
[Intelligent Auto] Mode restrictions ..............39
Recording motion pictures .................40
About recording modes ...............................41
Recording still pictures while a motion
picture is being recorded .............................44
Viewing your pictures ......................... 45
Zooming in and viewing
“Playback Zoom” .........................................46
Viewing a list of pictures
“Multi Playback” ...........................................47
Viewing pictures by their recording date
[Calendar] ....................................................48
Viewing motion pictures ..................... 49
Capturing still pictures from motion
pictures ........................................................51
Deleting pictures .................................52
To delete multiple (up to 100)/
To delete all pictures ...................................53
Setting the menu .................................54
Menu type ...................................................55
Using Quick menu .......................................56
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Using the [Setup] menu ...................... 57
[Clock Set] ...................................................57
[Auto Clock Set]
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[World Time] ................................................57
[Travel Date] ................................................57
[Airplane Mode] ...........................................57
[Beep] ..........................................................58
[Speaker Volume] ........................................58
[Cust.Set Mem.] ..........................................58
[Monitor Display] .........................................59
[Calibrate compass]
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[Monitor Luminance] ....................................59
[Guide Line] .................................................60
[Histogram] ..................................................60
[Video Rec Area] .........................................61
[Remaining Disp.] ........................................61
[Zoom Resume] ...........................................61
[Economy] ................................................... 62
[Auto Review] ..............................................62
[No.Reset] ................................................... 63
[Reset] .........................................................63
[Reset Wi-Fi Settings] .................................63
[USB Mode] .................................................64
[Output] .......................................................64
[VIERA Link] ................................................64
[3D Playback] ..............................................65
[Rotate Disp.] ..............................................65
[Version Disp.] .............................................65
[Format] .......................................................66
[Language] .................................................. 66
[Demo Mode] ...............................................67
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Application (Record)
Switching the display of recording
information, etc. ................................... 68
Using the level gauge
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Using Zoom ..........................................70
Using the zoom by performing touch
operations ...................................................71
Zoom types and use ....................................72
Taking pictures with flash ................... 74
Taking close-up pictures .................... 76
[Macro Zoom] ..............................................77
Focus range ................................................ 78
Taking pictures with self-timer ........... 79
Taking pictures with Exposure
Compensation ...................................... 80
Recording while exposure is changed
automatically ([Auto Bracket]) ..................... 81
Determine aperture and
shutter speed and record ...................82
[Aperture-Priority] Mode ..............................82
[Shutter-Priority] Mode ................................ 83
[Manual Exposure] Mode ............................ 84
Taking Pictures with different picture
effects [Creative Control] mode ........ 85
[Expressive] .................................................86
[Retro] .........................................................86
[High Key] ....................................................86
[Low Key] ....................................................87
[Sepia] .........................................................87
[Dynamic Monochrome] .............................. 87
[Impressive Art] ........................................... 88
[High Dynamic] ............................................88
[Cross Process] ...........................................88
[Toy Effect] ..................................................89
[Miniature Effect] ......................................... 89
[Soft Focus] .................................................90
[Star Filter] ...................................................90
[One Point Color] .........................................91
Recording panorama pictures
[Panorama Shot] Mode .......................92
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Taking pictures according to the scene
[Scene Mode] ....................................... 95
[Portrait] .......................................................96
[Soft Skin] ....................................................96
[Scenery] .....................................................96
[Sports] ........................................................97
[Night Portrait] ............................................. 97
[Night Scenery] ............................................97
[Handheld Night Shot] .................................98
[HDR] ..........................................................98
[Food] ..........................................................98
[Baby] ..........................................................99
[Pet] .............................................................99
[Sunset] .......................................................99
[High Sens.] ...............................................100
[Starry Sky] ................................................100
[Glass Through] .........................................100
[Underwater] ..............................................101
[High Speed Video] ................................... 102
[3D Photo Mode] ....................................... 103
Register your own settings and record
[Custom] Mode ..................................104
[Cust.Set Mem.] ........................................104
[Custom] ....................................................105
Burst function .................................... 106
Recording with the Face Recognition function [Face Recog.]
Registering face pictures ..........................110
Editing or deleting information about
registered persons ................................... 111
.......................108
Useful features for travel .................. 112
[Travel Date] ..............................................112
[World Time] .............................................113
Entering Text ...................................... 114
Using the [Rec] menu ........................ 115
[Aspect Ratio] ............................................115
[Picture Size] ............................................. 115
[Quality] ..................................................... 116
[Sensitivity] ................................................ 116
[Extended ISO] ..........................................117
[White Balance] ......................................... 117
[AF Mode] ..................................................119
[Quick AF] ..................................................120
[Face Recog.] ............................................121
[Metering Mode] ........................................ 121
[i.Exposure] ............................................... 121
[Min. Shtr Speed] ......................................122
[i.Resolution] .............................................122
[Digital Zoom] ............................................122
[Burst] ........................................................123
[Color Mode] ..............................................123
[AF Assist Lamp] .......................................123
[Red-Eye Removal] ...................................124
[Motion Deblur] ..........................................124
[iHandheld Nite Shot] ................................ 124
[iHDR] ........................................................124
[Stabilizer] .................................................125
[Date Stamp] ............................................. 125
[Clock Set] .................................................125
Using the [Motion Picture] menu ..... 126
[Rec Format] .............................................126
[Rec Quality] ..............................................126
[Still Picture Size] ...................................... 127
[Continuous AF] .........................................127
Level Shot function
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[Wind Cut] .................................................128
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Application (View)
Changing the picture information
display, etc. ........................................ 129
Playing back still pictures recorded
using the burst function ...................130
Different playback methods
[Playback Mode] ................................ 132
[2D/3D Settings] ........................................132
Selecting pictures to play back
[Filtering Play] .................................... 133
Narrowing down by selecting picture
type ...........................................................134
Narrowing down by selecting place name or landmark name of the location where the pictures were taken
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Narrowing down by selecting the location where the pictures were taken
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Narrowing down by selecting pictures
recorded at a destination ...........................136
Narrowing down by selecting picture
category or a person in the picture ............136
Narrowing down by selecting recording
date ........................................................... 137
Narrowing down by selecting favourite
pictures ......................................................137
Playing back pictures in order
automatically [Slide Show] .............. 138
Searching by recording date
[Calendar] ...........................................140
Retouching pictures ..........................141
[Auto Retouch] ..........................................141
[Creative Retouch] ....................................142
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..........................135
Using the [Playback] menu............... 144
[Location Logging] .....................................144
[Title Edit] .................................................. 146
[Edit GPS Data]
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[Text Stamp] ..............................................147
[Retouch] ...................................................149
[Video Divide] ............................................149
[Resize] ..................................................... 150
[Cropping] ..................................................152
[Favorite] ................................................... 153
[Print Set] ..................................................154
[Protect] .....................................................155
[Face Rec Edit] ..........................................156
[Copy] ........................................................157
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GPS and map functions
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Using the GPS function to record
the location of a picture .................... 158
[GPS Setting] ............................................159
Executing the positioning function right
away to update the current location .......... 162
[Area Info. Set] .......................................... 164
[Airplane Mode] .........................................164
Changing the place name
information to be recorded ...............165
Changing the recorded GPS
information .........................................166
[Edit Location] ...........................................166
[Edit Place Name] .....................................167
Adjusting the time using GPS .......... 168
Reducing the time required for
positioning ......................................... 169
Using the “GPS Assist Tool” ...................... 169
Using the Wi-Fi function to update ............173
Checking the expiration date of the
GPS assist data ........................................174
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Using the map function ..................... 175
Confirming the place where you took a
picture using a map ...................................175
Displaying your current location
on a map ................................................... 176
Displaying only pictures taken in the
same area ................................................. 177
Displaying a map by selecting a country
or region ....................................................178
Using the map data on the disc
(supplied) ...........................................179
Installing “LUMIX Map Tool” ......................179
Copying the map data to a memory card
...180
Registering my landmark.................. 182
Registering my landmark from a map ....... 182
Registering the recording location as
my landmark ..............................................183
Selecting My landmark and displaying it
on a map ................................................... 184
Editing or deleting my registered
landmark ...................................................184
Using the compass............................ 185
Adjusting the compass ..............................186
Using the GPS log ............................. 187
Recording the GPS log .............................187
Displaying the GPS log on the map .......... 188
Outputting the GPS log file ........................189
Deleting the GPS log .................................190
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi® function ................................... 191
[Airplane Mode] .........................................193
What you can do with the
Wi-Fi function ..................................... 194
Sequence of connecting operation
What you can do with the [Wi-Fi] button
when connected to Wi-Fi ...........................196
...195
Remote Shooting ...............................197
Installing the smartphone/tablet app
“Panasonic Image App” .............................197
Connecting to a smartphone/tablet ........... 198
Taking pictures via a smartphone/tablet
(remote recording) .....................................200
Playing back pictures in the camera .........200
Sending location information to the
camera from a smartphone/tablet ............. 201
Easily connect to a smartphone
(NFC) ...................................................202
Connecting easily to a smartphone for
remote control ........................................... 203
Transferring a still picture easily to your
smartphone ............................................... 204
Connecting via a wireless access
point ....................................................205
When connecting with
[WPS (Push-Button)] .................................205
When connecting with
[WPS (PIN code)] ......................................206
If you are not sure about the WPS compatibility
(connecting by [Manual Connection]) ........206
Connecting directly ........................... 208
Playback on TV .................................. 209
Displaying the picture on TV right after taking it/Displaying the picture on TV by
playing it back on the camera ...................209
Send Images While Recording ......... 211
When sending images to
smartphone/tablet .....................................211
Changing the settings for
sending images .........................................214
When sending images to PC .....................215
To create a folder that receives images ....217
When sending images to
[Cloud Sync. Service] ................................218
When sending images to WEB Service ....220
When sending images to AV device .......... 222
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Send Images Stored in the
Camera ...............................................224
When sending images to
smartphone/tablet .....................................224
When sending images to PC .....................227
When sending images to
[Cloud Sync. Service] ................................229
When sending images to WEB Service ....231
When sending images to AV device .......... 233
When sending images to Printer ...............235
Connecting with a setting you used
before (Connect from History) ........236
Connect with frequently used settings (Connect from Favourites)
.................. 237
Transferring pictures automatically
[Smart Transfer] ................................. 238
Setting [Smart Transfer] ............................239
[Smart Transfer] ........................................ 240
Changing transfer destination and
settings of pictures .................................... 241
Using “LUMIX CLUB” ........................243
About the [LUMIX CLUB] .......................... 243
Check or change the acquired login
ID/password .............................................. 245
To set the same login ID for the camera
and the smartphone/tablet ........................246
Check the “LUMIX CLUB” terms of use .... 246
Delete your login ID and account from
the “LUMIX CLUB” .................................... 247
Using WEB services ..................................248
Configuring the external AV device
settings ......................................................249
How to Use the [Wi-Fi Setup]
Menu ................................................... 251
Connecting with other devices
Viewing on TV screen .......................253
VIERA Link (HDMI) (HDAVI Control™) .....255
Viewing 3D still pictures ............................ 257
Keeping the still pictures and
motion pictures in the recorder .......259
Copy by inserting the SD card into the
recorder .....................................................259
Dubbing playback pictures via AV cables
(optional) ................................................... 259
Keeping the still pictures and
motion pictures on your PC .............260
About supplied softwares ..........................261
Installing supplied software .......................263
Copying still pictures and motion
pictures ......................................................264
Printing ............................................... 267
Printing multiple pictures ...........................269
Print with date and text ..............................269
Making print settings on the camera ......... 270
Others
Using the AC adaptor (optional) and DC coupler (optional) instead of the
battery................................................. 271
List of LCD monitor displays ............ 272
In recording ............................................... 272
In playback ................................................275
Message displays .............................. 277
Q&A Troubleshooting ...................... 281
Usage cautions and notes ................ 292
Licence Agreement for Place Name and Map Data
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Before use

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Camera handling
Keep the camera away from excessive vibration, force, or pressure.
Avoid using the camera under the following conditions,
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which may damage the lens, LCD monitor, or camera body. This may also cause the camera to malfunction or prevent recording.
• Dropping or hitting the camera against a hard surface
• Sitting down with the camera in your pants pocket or forcing it into a full bag
• Adding accessories to the camera strap
• Pushing with excessive force on the lens or LCD monitor
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,
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which 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 or the LCD monitor is fogged up)
Condensation may occur when the camera is exposed to
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sudden changes of temperature or humidity. Avoid these conditions, which may make the lens or LCD monitor dirty, cause mould, or damage the camera. If condensation does occur, turn off the camera and wait
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about two hours before using it. Once the camera adjusts to the surrounding temperature, the fogging will clear naturally.
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Before use
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Always take a test shot first
Before important events when you will use the camera (at weddings, for example), always take a test shot to make sure that pictures and sound record correctly.
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No compensation for missed shots
We cannot compensate for missed shots if technical problems with the camera or card prevent recording.
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Carefully observe copyright laws
Unauthorised use of recordings which contain works with copyright for purposes other than personal use is prohibited under copyright law. Recording of certain material may be restricted even for the purpose of personal use.
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Also refer to “Usage cautions and notes” (→292)
Please note that the actual controls and components, menu items, and other
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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-TZ40/DMC-TZ41 is used as examples for the instructions provided in this manual. The operations, procedures, or functions that differ among models are indicated
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separately, together with the relevant model number. (Example)
Recording mode icons
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You can select and execute indicated menus and functions for the recording modes displayed in blue on mode dial illustrations next to section titles.
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In the example shown on the left, the following recording modes are available: , , , and .
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and will differ depending on the recording modes registered under
custom settings.
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Before use
About GPS
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About the camera’s location name information
Before using the camera, be sure to read “Licence Agreement for Place Name and Map Data”. (→296)
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When [GPS Setting] is [ON], the GPS function works even if the camera is turned off.
• Electromagnetic waves from the camera can affect instruments and meters. In airplane cabins (during takeoff and landing) or in other restricted areas, set [Airplane Mode] to [ON], and then turn off the camera. (→57)
• When [GPS Setting] is [ON] and [Airplane Mode] is [OFF], power will drain from the battery even if the camera is turned off.
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Recording location information
• The names of recording locations and landmarks (such as buildings) are current as of October 2012. These will not be updated.
• Depending on the country or area, limited location name and landmark information may be available.
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Positioning
• Positioning will take time in environments where it is difficult to receive the signals from the GPS satellites. (→158)
• Even if GPS reception is good, it will take approx. 2 to 3 minutes to
successfully execute positioning under the following conditions: when positioning is executed for the first time, or when positioning is executed after the camera is turned off with the [GPS Setting] set to [OFF] or [Airplane Mode] set to [ON], and then turned on again. Positioning can be executed faster using GPS assist data. (→169)
• Because the positions of the GPS satellites are constantly changing, depending on the recording location and conditions, it may not be possible to position such satellites accurately, or positioning discrepancy may occur.
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When using in another country
• The GPS function may not work in China or in the border regions of countries neighbouring China. (Current as of January 2013)
• Some countries or regions may regulate the use of GPS or related technology. Because this camera has a GPS function, before taking it into another country, check with the embassy or your travel agency whether there are any restrictions on bringing cameras with a GPS function.
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About the compass
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Information measured with this unit is simply a rough estimate.
• Please do not use for professional applications.
• When using this unit for mountain climbing, trekking, or underwater, in addition to using the measured direction as a rough estimate, please make sure to bring along a map and a dedicated measuring instrument.
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Standard Accessories

Check that all the accessories are supplied before using the camera.
The accessories and their shape will differ depending on the country or area where the
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camera was purchased. For details on the accessories, refer to Basic Operating Instructions. Battery Pack is indicated as battery pack or battery in the text.
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SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card and SDXC Memory Card are indicated as card
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in the text. Please dispose of all packaging appropriately.
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Keep small parts in a safe place out of the reach of children.
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Optional accessories
• Cards are optional. You can record or play back pictures on the built-in memory when you are not using a card. (→23)
• Consult the dealer or your nearest Service Centre if you lose the supplied accessories. (You can purchase the accessories separately.)
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Names and Functions of Main Parts

Mode dial (→28)
Use this to select the recording mode.
Flash (→74)
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Built-in GPS antenna (→158)
Self-timer indicator (→79) / AF Assist Lamp
NFC antenna (→203)
(→123)
Lens (→8, 294)
Do not touch the lens barrier.
Microphones (→29, 40)
[Wi-Fi] antenna
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GPS status indicator
(→159)
DC coupler cover (→271)
Tripod mount (→294)
Do not attach to a tripod with a 5.5 mm (0.22 inch) or longer screw. Doing so may damage this unit.
Lens barrel
Speaker (→58)
Zoom lever (→70)
Use the lever to zoom in and enlarge a distant subject.
Motion picture button (→40)
Record motion pictures.
Camera [ON/OFF] button
Use this to turn the camera on and off.
Shutter button
Use this to focus and record still pictures.
Card/Battery door
(→17, 22)
Release lever (→17, 22)
The illustrations and screens in this manual may differ from the actual product.
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Cursor button

Names and Functions of Main Parts
[EXPOSURE] button (→82)
In the recording mode: Use this button when setting the shutter speed or aperture value.
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In the playback mode: Map is displayed.
LCD monitor
(→59, 272)
[MAP] button (→175)
[Wi-Fi] button
Playback button
Charging lamp (→18) / Wi-Fi connection lamp
[Q.MENU] button / [ ] button
[DISP.] button (→68, 129)
We recommend using the supplied hand strap to avoid dropping the camera.
Use this to select the recording mode or playback mode.
(→192)
You can display the Quick Menu (→56) and erase pictures (→52).
Use this to change display.
[HDMI] socket (→253, 255)
Do not connect any other cables except the HDMI micro cable (optional). Doing so may cause malfunction.
[AV OUT/DIGITAL] socket
(→253, 264, 267)
This socket is also used when charging the battery. (→18)
[MENU/SET]
• Use this button to display the menus, enter the settings, etc.
(→54)
Left cursor button ( )
• Self-timer (→79)
Up cursor button ( )
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Exposure Compensation Auto Bracket etc. (→81)
Right cursor button ( )
• Flash (→74)
Down cursor button ( )
• Macro Mode etc. (→76)
In this manual, the button that is to be used is indicated by .
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The illustrations and screens in this manual may differ from the actual product.
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Touch operations

This camera’s touch screen senses pressure that is applied to the screen.
Touch
To “touch” is to press the touch screen and then pull the finger back again. Touching is used to select icons or pictures, among other actions.
Drag
To “drag” is to touch and slide your finger across the touch screen surface. Dragging (sliding your finger across the screen) is used to scroll the pictures or change the range of the pictures displayed.
Pinch (spread/pinch)
On the touch screen, spread (pinch out) your 2 fingers to zoom in, and pinch (pinch in) your 2 fingers to zoom out. You use it when zooming in/out of playback pictures etc.
• You can also zoom in by quickly touching the touch screen twice. (If the display was enlarged, it returns to the same magnification ratio.)
If the type of sheet made to protect LCD screens that are available in the market is to
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be used, observe the precautions that are contained with the sheet. (Some types of protective sheets may impair the screen’s appearance and ease of operation.) If the camera is used with a protective sheet available on the market attached to
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its screen or if the screen is not very responsive, touch the screen with a little more pressure. If your hand is pressed against the touch screen when holding the camera, the touch
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screen will not work properly. Do not press on the LCD monitor with hard pointed tips, such as ballpoint pens.
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Do not press the touch screen with your fingernails.
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Clean the LCD monitor with a soft, dry cloth if there are fingerprints or other kinds of dirt
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on it.
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Preparations

Charging battery

Always use the dedicated AC adaptor (supplied), USB connection cable (supplied), and battery for this camera.
• Always charge before first use! (battery shipped uncharged)
• Charge the battery while it is in the camera.
Camera status Charge
Turn off Yes
Turn on
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During playback only, the camera operates using power supplied from the electrical outlet via the USB connection cable (supplied). (The battery is not charged.)
If the battery is not inserted, neither charging nor power supplying is made.
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About batteries that you can use with this unit
It has been found that counterfeit battery packs which look very similar to the genuine products are made available to purchase in some markets. Some of these battery packs are not adequately provided with internal protection to meet the requirements of appropriate safety standards. There is a possibility that these battery packs may lead to fire or explosion. Please be advised that we are not liable for any accident or failure occurring as a result of use of a counterfeit battery pack. To ensure that safe products are used we recommend that a genuine Panasonic battery pack is used.
No
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Preparations

Inserting the battery

To charge the battery, insert it into the camera.
Slide the release lever to the [OPEN] position and open the card/battery door
Insert the battery all the way
• Make sure to insert the battery in the correct orientation.
• Insert the battery all the way firmly until a locking sound is heard, and check that the lever is hooked over the battery.
Close the card/battery door
• Slide the release lever to the [LOCK] position.
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To remove battery
Move the lever in the card/battery compartment in the direction of the arrow.
Charging battery
Release lever
[OPEN] [LOCK]
Lever
Always use genuine Panasonic batteries.
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If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product.
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Remove battery from camera after use.
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• Keep the battery in a plastic bag, making sure that it is kept away from metallic objects (such as clips) when carrying or storing the battery.
To remove the battery, turn the camera off and wait until the LUMIX indicator on the
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LCD monitor goes off. (Failure to wait may cause the camera to malfunction and may damage the card or recorded data.)
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Charging battery

Charging the battery

We recommend charging in a location where the ambient temperature is between 10 °C and 30 °C (50 °F to 86 °F) (same for the battery temperature).
Make sure that the camera is turned off.
AC adaptor (supplied)
Align the marks ( to ) and insert the plug.
Charging lamp
USB connection cable (supplied)
• Always check the direction of the pins and hold the plug straight to insert or remove it. (If the cable is inserted in the wrong direction, the pins could become deformed and cause faulty operation.)
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Charging the battery by connecting the camera to the electrical outlet
Connect the AC adaptor (supplied) and the camera using the USB connection cable (supplied), and plug the AC adaptor (supplied) into the electrical outlet.
• Be sure to only use the AC adaptor (supplied) indoors.
Computer Getting ready: Turn on the computer.
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Charging the battery through the computer
Connect the camera to a computer using the USB connection cable (supplied).
It may not be possible to charge the battery from some computers depending on the
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computer specifications. If the computer enters sleep mode during charging, charging may be stopped.
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If a notebook computer that is not connected to an electrical outlet is connected to
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the camera, the battery of the notebook computer will be depleted. Do not leave the camera and notebook connected for a long period of time. Always connect the USB connection cable to the USB connector on your computer.
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Do not connect the USB connection cable to the USB connector of the monitor, keyboard, printer, or USB hub.
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Charging battery
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Charging lamp indications
On: Charging in progress Off: Charging stops (After charging stops, disconnect the camera from the electrical
outlet or your computer.)
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Notes on charging time
When using the AC adaptor (supplied)
Charging time Approx. 210 min
• The charging time indicated above is the time required for charging in case when the battery is completely used up. The time required for charging differs depending on conditions of battery usage. Charging takes longer in cases when temperatures are either high or low and when the battery has not been used for a long period of time.
• The time required for charging through the computer varies depending on the specifications of the computer.
Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one or a genuine
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Panasonic USB connection cable (optional). Doing so may cause malfunction of the camera. Do not use any other AC adaptors except the supplied one.
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Do not use a USB extension cable.
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The AC adaptor (supplied) and the USB connection cable (supplied) are dedicated
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accessories of this camera. Do not use them for other devices. If there is any trouble related to the electrical outlet (i.e. power failure), charging may
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not complete properly. Disconnect the USB connection cable (supplied) and reconnect it to the camera. If the charging lamp does not light or flashes even when the camera is properly
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connected to the AC adaptor (supplied) or your computer, charging has been put in pause status because the temperature is not in the appropriate range for charging. This is not a malfunction. Reconnect the USB connection cable (supplied) and retry charging in a place where ambient temperature is 10 °C to 30 °C (50 °F to 86 °F) (temperature conditions also apply to the battery itself).
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Remaining battery (only when using battery)
(flashes red)
If the battery mark flashes red, recharge or replace battery.
Charging battery

Remaining battery

When using the camera, the remaining battery capacity is displayed.

Guidelines for number of recordable pictures and operating time

The number of recordable pictures or available operating time may vary according to surrounding environment and usage conditions. Figures may be reduced if flash, zoom, or other functions are used frequently, or in colder climates.
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Recording still pictures
Number of recordable pictures Approx. 300 pictures
Recording time Approx. 150 min
Recording conditions by CIPA standard
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CIPA is an abbreviation of “Camera & Imaging Products Association”.
• [Program AE] Mode
• [GPS Setting] is set to [OFF]
• Temperature: 23 °C (73.4 °F)/Humidity: 50%RH when LCD monitor is on.
• Using a Panasonic SD Memory Card (32 MB).
• Using the supplied battery.
• Starting recording 30 seconds after the camera is turned on. (When [Stabilizer] is set to [ON])
• 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.
• Turning the camera off every 10 recordings and leaving it until the temperature of the battery decreases.
Number reduced if intervals are longer (e.g. to approx. one quarter for 2-minute intervals under the above conditions).
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By CIPA standard
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Charging battery
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Recording motion pictures
[Rec Format]
[Rec Quality]
Available recording time Approx. 75 min Approx. 80 min Approx. 90 min
Actual available recording time
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The time you can actually record when repeatedly turning the camera on and off, starting and
stopping recording and using zoom.
Recording conditions
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• Temperature 23 °C (73.4 °F), humidity 50%RH
• [GPS Setting] is set to [OFF]
Remaining time for continuous recording is displayed on the screen
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• You can continuously record a motion picture in [MP4] for up to 29 minutes
59 seconds or approx. 4 GB. (Since recording in [MP4] with [FHD/25p] 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
59 seconds.
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Viewing pictures
Playback time Approx. 210 min
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[FHD/50p] [FHD/50i] [FHD/25p]
Approx. 30 min Approx. 35 min Approx. 40 min
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[AVCHD] [MP4]
The number of recordable pictures or available operating time may vary according to
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surrounding environment and usage conditions. If available battery power is significantly reduced, battery is reaching end of lifespan.
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Please purchase a new battery.
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Inserting and removing the card (optional)

• Make sure that the camera is turned off.
Slide to the release lever to the [OPEN] position and open the card/ battery door
Insert the card all the way
• Push in until it clicks.
Close the card/battery door
• Slide the release lever to the [LOCK] position.
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To remove card
Press the centre of the card
Press
Release lever
[OPEN] [LOCK]
Card (Check orientation)
Do not touch the terminals on the back of the card.
Pull out
Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.
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To remove the card, turn the camera off and wait until the LUMIX indicator on the
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LCD monitor goes off. (Failure to wait may cause the camera to malfunction and may damage the card or recorded data.)
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Saving your pictures (cards and built-in memory)

Pictures will be saved to a card if one is inserted, or to the built-in memory if not.
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Built-in memory (approx. 12 MB) (approx. 70 MB)
You can store only still pictures.
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Pictures may be copied between cards and the built-in memory. (→157)
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The access time for the built-in memory may be longer than the access time for a
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card.
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Compatible memory cards (optional)
The following SD standard-based cards (Panasonic brand recommended)
Type of Card Capacity Notes
SD Memory Cards 8 MB – 2 GB • Can be used with devices compatible with the
SDHC Memory Cards 4 GB – 32 GB
SDXC Memory Cards 48 GB, 64 GB
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SD speed class refers to a specification for sustained write speeds. Confirm the SD speed by
checking the card label or other card related materials.
(Example)
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respective formats.
• Before using SDXC Memory Cards, check that your computer and other devices support this type of card. http://panasonic.net/avc/sdcard/information/SDXC.html
• Use a card of SD Speed “Class 4”* or higher for
recording motion pictures.
• Only the cards listed on the left with the given capacities are supported.
• Latest information: http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/ (This site is available in English only.)
While the camera is accessing the card or built-in memory (for an operation such
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as picture writing, reading, deleting, or formatting), do not turn off the camera or remove the battery, card, AC adaptor (supplied), AC adaptor (optional), or DC coupler (optional). Do not subject the camera to vibrations, impact, or static electricity. The card or the data on the card may be damaged, and this unit may no longer operate normally. If operation fails due to vibration, impact or static electricity, perform the operation again.
Please reformat the card with this camera if it has already been
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formatted with a computer or another device. (→66) If the write-protect switch is set to “LOCK”, the card cannot be used to
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record or delete pictures, and it cannot be formatted. It is recommended that you copy important pictures to your computer
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(as electromagnetic waves, static electricity, or faults may cause data to be damaged).
Switch
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Saving your pictures (cards and built-in memory)

Recording capacity guidelines (pictures/recording time)

The number of pictures you can take and the recording time vary in proportion to card capacity (and depending on recording conditions and type of card).
Estimated remaining pictures or recording time capacity (switch with [Remaining Disp.] (→61))
Displayed when no card is inserted (pictures will be saved to built-in memory)
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Recording picture capacity (still pictures)
Built-in memory
[Picture Size]
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18M 1 12 270 4420 8820
5M 3 29 650 10620 21490
0.3M 67 460 10050 162960 247150
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• When the number of recordable pictures exceeds 99,999, “+99999” is displayed.
2 GB 32 GB 64 GB
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Saving your pictures (cards and built-in memory)
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Recording time capacity (motion pictures)
([h], [m] and [s] indicate “hour”, “minute” and “second”.)
When [Rec Format] is [AVCHD]
[Rec Quality] 2 GB 32 GB 64 GB
[FHD/50p] 8m00s 2h31m00s 5h07m00s
[FHD/50i]
[HD/50p]
When [Rec Format] is [MP4]
[Rec Quality] Built-in memory 2 GB 32 GB 64 GB
[FHD/25p] – 12m01s 3h22m56s 6h50m54s
[HD/25p] – 22m56s 6h27m26s 13h04m28s
[VGA/25p]
• The time displayed in the table is the total time.
Remaining time for continuous recording is displayed on the screen
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• You can continuously record a motion picture in [MP4] for up to 29 minutes 59 seconds or approx. 4 GB. (Since recording in [MP4] with [FHD/25p] 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 59 seconds.
14m00s 4h10m00s 8h26m00s
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2m09s
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DMC-TZ37
50m30s 14h12m41s 28h46m30s
When map data is copied to a memory card, the number of recordable pictures and
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recording time will decrease.
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Setting the clock

The clock is not set when the camera is shipped.
• Disconnect the unit from the AC adaptor (supplied).
Press the Camera [ON/OFF] button
The camera is turned on. If the language select screen is not displayed, proceed to step .
Press [MENU/SET] while the message is displayed
Press to select the language, and press [MENU/SET]
• The [Please set the clock] message appears.
Press [MENU/SET]
Press to select the items (year, month, day, hour, minute, display order or time display format), and press to set
• To cancel → Press [ ] button.
Press [MENU/SET] to set
Press [MENU/SET]
• To return to the previous screen, press [ ] button.
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Go to step .
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The clock setting procedure is completed with step .
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Setting the clock
Press to select [Yes] and press [MENU/SET] if automatically correcting time of day using the GPS function
• To manually set date and time → select [No].
• When you select automatic time adjustment using the GPS function, [GPS Setting] is set to [ON].
• For details about [Auto Clock Set] (→168)
When [Please set the home area] is displayed, press [MENU/SET]
Press to set your home area and press [MENU/SET]
City or area name Current time
Difference from GMT (Greenwich Mean Time)
If the clock is not set, the correct date cannot be printed when you order a photo
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studio to print the picture, or when you stamp the date on the pictures with [Date Stamp] or [Text Stamp]. If the clock is set, the correct date can be printed even if the date is not displayed on
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the screen of the camera.

To change time setting

When resetting date and time, select [Clock Set] from the [Setup] menu or [Rec] menu.
• Clock settings will be saved for approx. 3 months even after the battery is removed, provided a fully charged battery was installed in the camera for 24 hours beforehand.
Select [Clock Set] from the [Setup] menu or [Rec] menu
• For details about how to set the menu (→54)
Set the date and time (Perform steps - . (→26))
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Sequence of operations

Press the Camera [ON/OFF] button to turn on the camera
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Set to the desired recording mode
Align the mode dial correctly to the mode that you want to use.
[Intelligent Auto] Mode Take pictures with automatic settings. (→34)
[Program AE] Mode
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[Aperture-Priority] Mode
[Shutter-Priority] Mode
[Manual Exposure] Mode
[Custom] Mode
[Panorama Shot] Mode Record panorama pictures. (→92)
[Scene Mode] Take pictures using Scene modes. (→95)
[Creative Control] Mode
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Take pictures with automatic shutter speed and aperture value settings. (→30)
Determine aperture, then record pictures.
(→82)
Determine shutter speed, then record pictures. (→83)
Determine aperture and shutter speed, then record pictures. (→84)
Record pictures using pre-registered settings. (→104)
Take pictures by selecting your preferred picture effect. (→85)
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Aim the camera and shoot
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Taking still pictures
Press the shutter button halfway to focus Press and hold the shutter button to take the picture
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Recording motion pictures
Press the motion picture button to start recording Press the motion picture button again to finish recording
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Holding the camera
AF Assist Lamp
Flash
Hand strap
We recommend using the supplied hand strap to avoid dropping the camera.
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Sequence of operations
Motion picture
button
Microphones
Shutter button
• To avoid camera shake, hold it with both hands keeping your arms close to your body while standing with your feet slightly apart.
• Do not touch the lens.
• Do not block the microphone when recording motion pictures.
• Do not block the flash or the lamp. Do not look at it from close range.
• Make sure that the camera does not move at the moment the shutter button is pressed.
Play back pictures
Press the Playback button
View pictures (→45)
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Drag the screen to select picture
• Touch to play back motion pictures, panorama pictures etc.
Press the Camera [ON/OFF] button to turn off the camera
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Taking pictures with your own settings
[Program AE] Mode
Take pictures with automatic shutter speed and aperture value settings. Using the [Rec] menu to change settings and set up your own recording environment.
Set to ([Program AE] Mode)
Take a picture
Press halfway
(press lightly to focus)
If a warning is displayed about jitter, use [Stabilizer],
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a tripod, or [Self Timer]. If aperture and shutter speed are shown in red, you
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do not have appropriate exposure. You should either use the flash, change [Sensitivity] settings or set [Min. Shtr Speed] to a slower speed.
(press the button all the way to record)
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Jitter alert display
Aperture value Shutter speed
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