Page 1: Operating Instructions
Model No. Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely. For USA assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo For Canadian assistance, please call: 1-800-99-LUMIX (1-800-995-8649) or send e-mail to: lumixconcierge@ca.panasonic.com...
Page 2: Before Use
Before Use Before Use Dear Customer, Thank you for choosing Panasonic! You have purchased one of the most sophisticated and reliable products on the market today. Used properly, we’re sure it will bring you and your family years of enjoyment.
Page 3 Before Use 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.
Page 4 Panasonic Model No.: DMC-FX150 Responsible party: Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094 Support Contact: Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company 1-800-211-PANA (7262) This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the...
Page 5 Before Use ∫ About the battery charger 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.
Page 6: Table Of Contents
Contents • To delete a single picture....35 • To delete multiple pictures (up to 50) or all the pictures ......35 Before Use Advanced (Recording pictures) Information for Your Safety....... 2 Quick Guide ..........8 About the LCD Monitor ......36 Standard Accessories.......
Page 7 • ? [ASPECT RATIO] ....... 62 • Selecting a single picture and • [INTELLIGENT ISO]....63 printing it ........... 96 • > [SENSITIVITY]......63 • Selecting multiple pictures and • [ISO LIMIT SET] ......64 printing them........96 • = [WHITE BALANCE] ....64 •...
Page 8: Quick Guide
Before Use Before Use Quick Guide This is an overview of how to record and play back pictures with the camera. For each step, be sure to refer to the pages indicated in brackets. Charge the battery. (P12) • The battery is not charged when the camera is shipped.
Page 9: Standard Accessories
System . (P126) VFC4320 • If any accessories are lost, customers in the USA should contact Panasonic’s parts department at 1 800 833-9626 and customers in Canada should contact 1 800 99-LUMIX (1-800-995-8649) for further information about obtaining replacement parts.
Page 10: Names Of The Components
Before Use Names of the Components Flash (P38) Lens (P5, 105) Self-timer indicator (P42) AF assist lamp (P74) LCD monitor (P36, 102) Status indicator (P14, 22, 26) [MENU/SET] button (P16) [DISPLAY] button (P36) [Q.MENU] (P19)/Delete (P35) button [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch (P17) 10 Cursor buttons A: 3/Exposure compensation (P43)/...
Page 11  21 [AV OUT/DIGITAL] socket (P93, 95, 99) 22 [DC IN] socket (P93, 95) • Always use a genuine Panasonic AC adaptor (DMW-AC5PP; optional). • This camera cannot charge the battery even when the AC adaptor (DMW-AC5PP; optional) is connected to it.
Page 12: Preparation
Preparation Preparation Charging the Battery • Use the dedicated charger and battery. • The battery is not charged when the camera is shipped. Charge the battery before use. • Charge the battery with the charger indoors. Charge the battery in a temperature between 10 oC to 35 oC (50 oF to 95 oF). (The battery •...
Page 13: About The Battery (Charging/Number Of Recordable Pictures)
¢ Temperature: 23 oC (73.4 oF)/Humidity: 50% 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 the optical image stabilizer function is set to [AUTO].)
Page 14: Inserting And Removing The Card (Optional)/The Battery
Inserting and Removing the Card (optional)/the Battery • Check that this unit is turned off. • We recommend using a Panasonic card. Slide the release lever in the direction of the arrow and open the card/battery door. • Always use genuine Panasonic batteries (CGA-S005A).
Page 15: About The Built-In Memory/The Card
You can only use cards with SDHC logo (indicating compliance with the SD standard) if using cards with 4 GB or more capacity. • Please confirm the latest information on the following website. http://panasonic.co.jp/pavc/global/cs (This Site is English only.) VQT1S88...
Page 16: Setting Date/Time (Clock Set)
Preparation Note • Do not turn this unit off, remove its battery or card or disconnect the AC adaptor (DMW-AC5PP; optional) when the access indication is lit [when pictures are being read or deleted or the built-in memory or the card is being formatted (P24)]. Furthermore, do not subject the camera to vibration or impact.
Page 17: Changing The Clock Setting
Preparation Changing the clock setting Select [CLOCK SET] in the [REC] or [SETUP] menu, and press 1. (P18) • It can be changed in steps to set the clock. • The clock setting is maintained for 3 months using the built-in clock battery even without the battery.
Page 18: Setting Menu Items
Preparation ∫ Functions that cannot be set or will not work under some conditions Due to the camera’s specifications, it may not be possible to set some of the functions or some functions may not work in some of the conditions under which the camera is used. For details, refer to P109.
Page 19: Using The Quick Menu
Preparation Press 3/4 to select [AF MODE]. Select the item at the very bottom, and press 4 to • move to the second screen. Press 1. • Depending on the item, its setting may not appear or it may be displayed in a different way. Press 3/4 to select [š].
Page 20: About The Setup Menu
Preparation Perform these settings if you need to. About the Setup Menu [CLOCK SET], [ECONOMY] and [AUTO REVIEW] are important items. Check their settings before using them. • In the Intelligent auto mode, only [CLOCK SET], [WORLD TIME], [TRAVEL DATE], [BEEP] and [LANGUAGE] can be set.
Page 21 Preparation These menu settings make it easier to see the LCD monitor when you are in bright places. [OFF] „ [AUTO POWER LCD]: [LCD MODE] The brightness is adjusted automatically depending on how bright it is around the camera. … [POWER LCD]: The LCD monitor becomes brighter and easier to see even when taking pictures outdoors.
Page 22 Preparation You can conserve the battery life by setting these menus. Also, it will turn off the LCD monitor automatically when not in use to prevent discharge of the battery. p [POWER SAVE]: The camera is automatically turned off if the camera has not been q [ECONOMY] used for the time selected on the setting.
Page 23 Preparation The [REC] or [SETUP] menu settings are reset to the initial w [RESET] settings. • When the [RESET] setting is selected during recording, the operation that resets the lens is also performed at the same time. You will hear the sound of the lens operating but this is normal and not indicative of malfunctioning.
Page 24 If the built-in memory or the card cannot be formatted, consult your nearest Service Center. For Canadian assistance, please call: For USA assistance, please call: 1-800-99-LUMIX (1-800-995-8649) or 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: send e-mail to: lumixconcierge@ca.panasonic.com http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo Set the language displayed on the screen. [ENGLISH]/[DEUTSCH]/[FRANÇAIS]/[ESPAÑOL]/[ITALIANO]/ ~ [LANGUAGE] ¢...
Page 25: Selecting The [Rec] Mode
Preparation Mode switching Selecting the [REC] Mode When the [REC] mode is selected, the camera can be set to the Intelligent auto mode in which the optimal settings are established in line with the subject to be recorded and the recording conditions, or to the scene mode which enables you to take pictures that match the scene being recorded.
Page 26: Basic
Basic ñ [REC] mode: Basic Taking pictures using the automatic function ñ : Intelligent Auto Mode) The camera will set the most appropriate settings to match the subject and the recording conditions so we recommend this mode for beginners or those who want to leave the settings to the camera and take pictures easily.
Page 27: Scene Detection
Basic ∫ When taking pictures using the flash (P38) ∫ When taking pictures using the zoom (P31) Note • Be careful not to move the camera when you press the shutter button. • Do not cover the flash or the AF assist lamp with your fingers or other objects. •...
Page 28: About The Flash
Basic About the flash • When [‡] is selected, [ ], [ ] or [ ] is set depending on the type of subject and brightness. • When [ ] or [ ] is set, digital red-eye correction (P39) is enabled, and the flash is activated twice.
Page 29: Taking Pictures With Your Favorite Settings (³: Program Ae Mode)
Basic ³ [REC] mode: Taking pictures with your favorite settings (³: Program AE mode) Many more menu items can be set and you can take pictures with greater freedom than when you take pictures in the Intelligent auto mode (P26). Slide the [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch to [!].
Page 30: When The Subject Is Not In Focus (Such As When It Is Not In The Center Of The Composition Of The Picture You Want To Take)
Basic A Focus indication B AF area (normal) C AF area (when using the digital zoom or when it is dark) D Focus range ¢ E Aperture value ¢ F Shutter speed G ISO sensitivity ¢ If correct exposure cannot be achieved, it will be displayed in red. (However, it will not be displayed in red when the flash is used.) When the subject is not in focus (such as when it is not in the center of the composition of the picture you want to take)
Page 31: Taking Pictures With The Zoom
Basic ñ³²¿n [REC] mode: Taking Pictures with the Zoom Using the Optical Zoom/Using the Extended Optical Zoom (EZ)/Using the Digital Zoom You can zoom-in to make people and objects appear closer or zoom-out to record landscapes in wide angle. To make subjects appear even closer [maximum of 7.7k], do not set the picture size to the highest setting for each aspect ratio (X/Y/W).
Page 32: Using The Easy Zoom
Basic ∫ Extended optical zoom mechanism When you set the picture size to [ ] (3 million pixels), the 14.5M (14.7 million pixels) CCD area is cropped to the center 3M (3 million pixels) area, allowing a picture with a higher zoom effect. Note •...
Page 33: Playing Back Pictures ([Normal Play])
Basic ¸ [PLAYBACK] mode: Playing back Pictures ([NORMAL PLAY]) Slide the [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch A to [(]. • Normal playback is set automatically in the following cases. – When the mode was switched from the [REC] to [PLAYBACK]. – When the camera was turned on while the [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch was at [(].
Page 34: Using The Playback Zoom
Basic Using the Playback Zoom Rotate the zoom lever towards [Z] (T). 1k>2k>4k>8k>16k • When you rotate the zoom lever towards [L] (W) after enlarging the picture, the magnification becomes lower. • When you change the magnification, the zoom position indication A appears for about 1 second, and the position of the enlarged section can be moved by pressing 3/4/2/1.
Page 35: Deleting Pictures
Basic ¸ [PLAYBACK] mode: Deleting Pictures Once deleted, pictures cannot be recovered. • Pictures on the built-in memory or the card, which is being played back will be deleted. To delete a single picture Select the picture to be deleted, and then press [‚].
Page 36: Advanced (Recording Pictures)
Advanced (Recording pictures) ([ALL DELETE EXCEPTÜ] cannot be selected if no pictures have been set as [FAVORITE].) Note • Do not turn the camera off while deleting (while [‚] is displayed). Use a battery with a sufficient power or the AC adaptor (DMW-AC5PP; optional). •...
Page 37 Advanced (Recording pictures) ∫ Recording guide line When you align the subject on the horizontal and vertical guide lines or the cross point of these lines, you can take pictures with well-designed composition by viewing the size, the slope and the balance of the subject. This is used when dividing the entire screen into 3k3 for taking pictures with a well-balanced composition.
Page 38: Taking Pictures Using The Built-In Flash
Advanced (Recording pictures) ñ³²¿ [REC] mode: Taking Pictures using the Built-in Flash A Photo flash Do not cover it with your fingers or other objects. Switching to the appropriate flash setting Set the flash to match the recording. Press 1 [‰]. Press 3/4 to select a mode.
Page 39 Advanced (Recording pictures) ∫ About the digital red-eye correction When the flash is used with the Red-eye reduction ([ ], [ ], [ ]) selected, it will automatically detect and correct the red-eye in the image data. ¢ It may not be able to correct the red-eye depending on the recording conditions. It may also correct objects other than red-eye.
Page 40: Adjust The Flash Output
Advanced (Recording pictures) • In [HIGH SENS.] (P52) in scene mode, the ISO sensitivity automatically switches to between [ISO1600] and [ISO6400] and the available flash range also differs. Wide: Approx. 1.15 m (3.77 feet) to approx. 15.1 m (49.5 feet) Tele: Approx.
Page 41: Taking Close-Up Pictures
Advanced (Recording pictures) Note • If you bring the flash too close to an object, the object may be distorted or discolored by the heat or lighting from the flash. • When you take a picture beyond the available flash range, the exposure may not be adjusted properly and the picture may become bright or dark.
Page 42: Taking Pictures With The Self-Timer
Advanced (Recording pictures) ñ³²¿ [REC] mode: Taking Pictures with the Self-timer Press 2 [ë]. Press 3/4 to select a mode. You can also press 2 [ë] to select. • Press [MENU/SET]. • You can also press the shutter button halfway to finish. •...
Page 43: Compensating The Exposure
Advanced (Recording pictures) ³¿n [REC] mode: Compensating the Exposure Use this function when you cannot achieve appropriate exposure due to the difference in brightness between the subject and the background. Look at the following examples. Properly Under exposed Overexposed exposed Compensate the exposure Compensate the exposure towards positive.
Page 44: Taking Pictures Using Auto Bracket/Color Bracket
Advanced (Recording pictures) ³²¿ [REC] mode: Taking Pictures using Auto Bracket/ Color Bracket Auto Bracket In this mode, 3 pictures are automatically recorded in the selected exposure compensation range each time the shutter button is pressed. You can select the picture with the desired exposure from the 3 pictures with different exposures.
Page 45: Color Bracket
Advanced (Recording pictures) Color Bracket In this mode, up to 3 pictures in black & white, standard, or sepia in the selected modes are automatically recorded each time the shutter button is pressed. Press 3 [È] until [AUTO BRACKET] appears, press [DISPLAY].
Page 46: Taking Pictures With Exposure Set Manually (²: Manual Exposure)
Advanced (Recording pictures) ² [REC] mode: Taking Pictures with Exposure Set Manually (²: Manual exposure) Determine the exposure by manually setting the aperture value and the shutter speed. Slide the [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch to [!], and then set the mode dial to [²]. Press 3/4 to select aperture or shutter speed, and press 2/1 to set.
Page 47: Taking Pictures That Match The Scene Being Recorded (¿: Scene Mode)
Advanced (Recording pictures) ¿ [REC] mode: Taking pictures that match the scene being recorded (¿: Scene mode) When you select a scene mode to match the subject and recording situation, the camera sets the optimal exposure and hue to obtain the desired picture. Slide the [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch to [!].
Page 48: [Portrait]
Advanced (Recording pictures) * [PORTRAIT] When taking pictures of people outdoors during the daytime, this mode allows you to improve the appearance of the persons concerned and make their skin tones look healthier. ∫ Technique for Portrait mode To make this mode more effective: 1 Rotate the zoom lever as far as possible to Tele.
Page 49: Self Portrait]
Advanced (Recording pictures) 0 [SELF PORTRAIT] Select this to take pictures of yourself. ∫ Technique for Self portrait mode • Press the shutter button halfway to focus. The self-timer indicator lights up when you are brought into focus. Making sure you hold the camera still, press the shutter button fully to take the picture.
Page 50: [Night Scenery]
Advanced (Recording pictures) Note • The focus range is 0.9 m (2.95 feet) (Wide)/1.2 m (3.94 feet) (Tele) to 5 m (16.4 feet). • The shutter may remain closed (max. about 8 sec.) after taking the picture because of signal processing.
Page 51: [Baby1]/; [Baby2]
Advanced (Recording pictures) : [BABY1]/ ; [BABY2] This takes pictures of a baby with a healthy complexion. When you use the flash, the light from it is weaker than usual. It is possible to set different birthdays and names for [BABY1] and [BABY2]. You can select to have these appear at the time of playback, or have them stamped on the recorded image using [TEXT STAMP] (P83).
Page 52: Ï [Sunset]
Advanced (Recording pictures) ï [SUNSET] Select this when you want to take pictures of sunset view. This allows you to take vivid pictures of the red color of the sun. 9 [HIGH SENS.] This mode minimizes the jitter of the subjects, and enables you to take pictures of these subjects in dimly lit rooms.
Page 53: [Flash Burst]
Advanced (Recording pictures) Note • [QUALITY] is automatically fixed to [›]. • You can take pictures suitable for 4qk6q/10k15 cm printing. • The shutter speed becomes 1/8th of a second to 1/2000th of a second. • The focus range becomes the same as macro mode. [5 cm (0.17 feet) (Wide)/30 cm (0.99 feet) (Tele) to ¶] •...
Page 54: Fireworks]
Advanced (Recording pictures) ∫ Technique for Starry sky mode • The shutter opens for 15, 30 or 60 seconds. Be sure to use a tripod. We also recommend taking pictures with the self-timer. Note • The optical image stabilizer function is fixed to [OFF]. •...
Page 55: Aerial Photo]
Advanced (Recording pictures) 7 [AERIAL PHOTO] This mode allows you to take pictures through an airplane window. ∫ Technique for Aerial photo mode • We recommend using this technique if it is difficult to focus when taking pictures of clouds etc. Aim the camera at something with high contrast, press the shutter button halfway to fix the focus and then aim the camera at the subject and press the shutter button fully to take the picture.
Page 56: Motion Picture Mode
Advanced (Recording pictures) [REC] mode: Advanced (Recording pictures) Motion Picture Mode Slide the [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch to [!]. Set the mode dial to [n]. Press the shutter button halfway to focus and then press it fully to start recording. A Audio recording •...
Page 57 Also the recording information may not be displayed correctly. • Due to implemented sound quality improvements, motion pictures shot using this unit cannot be played back on Panasonic digital cameras (LUMIX) sold before August 2008. • In motion picture mode, the following functions cannot be used.
Page 58: Useful Functions At Travel Destinations
Advanced (Recording pictures) ñ³²¿n [REC] mode: Useful Functions at Travel Destinations Recording which Day of the Vacation You Take the Picture For details on the [SETUP] menu settings, refer to P18. If you set the departure date or the travel destination of the vacation in advance, the number of days that have passed since the departure date (which day of the vacation it is) is recorded when you take the picture.
Page 59: Take A Picture
Advanced (Recording pictures) Press 4 to select [LOCATION] and then press 1. Press 4 to select [SET] and then press [MENU/ SET]. Enter the location. • For details on how to enter characters, read the [TITLE EDIT] section on P81. Press [MENU/SET] twice to close the menu.
Page 60: Recording Dates/Times At Overseas Travel Destinations (World Time)
Advanced (Recording pictures) Recording Dates/Times at Overseas Travel Destinations (World Time) For details on the [SETUP] menu settings, refer to P18. You can display the local times at the travel destinations and record them on the pictures you take. • Select [CLOCK SET] to set the current date and time in advance.
Page 61: Using The [Rec] Mode Menu
Advanced (Recording pictures) Using the [REC] Mode Menu @ [PICTURE SIZE] For details on [REC] mode menu settings, refer to P18. Set the number of pixels. The higher the numbers of pixels, the finer the detail of the pictures will appear even when they are printed onto large sheets. ñ³²¿...
Page 62: A [Quality]
Advanced (Recording pictures) • The extended optical zoom does not work in [TRANSFORM], [HIGH SENS.], [HI-SPEED BURST], [FLASH BURST], [PIN HOLE] or [FILM GRAIN] in scene mode so the picture size for [ ] is not displayed. • Pictures may appear mosaic depending on the subject and the recording conditions. •...
Page 63: [Intelligent Iso]
Advanced (Recording pictures) Note • The ends of the recorded pictures may be cut at printing so check before printing. (P117) [INTELLIGENT ISO] For details on [REC] mode menu settings, refer to P18. The camera automatically sets the optimum ISO sensitivity and shutter speed to suit the movement of the subject and brightness of the scene to minimize the jitter of the subject.
Page 64: [Iso Limit Set]
Advanced (Recording pictures) [ISO LIMIT SET] For details on [REC] mode menu settings, refer to P18. Most appropriate sensitivity within the range set will be set depending on the brightness of the subject. ³² Applicable modes: [AUTO]/[200]/[400]/[800]/[1600] • The upper limit of the ISO sensitivity can be set. •...
Page 65 Advanced (Recording pictures) ∫ Finely adjusting the white balance [ You can finely adjust the white balance when you cannot acquire the desired hue by setting the white balance. • It can be set from the quick menu (P19). Select [WHITE BALANCE] and then press 1 Press 1 again if [ •...
Page 66: C [Metering Mode]
Advanced (Recording pictures) C [METERING MODE] For details on [REC] mode menu settings, refer to P18. Type of optical measurement to measure brightness can be changed. ³²n Applicable modes: [C]: Multiple This is the method in which the camera measures the most suitable exposure by judging the allocation of brightness on the whole screen automatically.
Page 67 Advanced (Recording pictures) Note • The camera is focusing on all the AF areas when multiple AF areas (max. 5 areas) light at the same time in [ ]. If you want to determine the focus position to take pictures, switch the AF mode to [ƒ], [Ø] or [Ù].
Page 68 Advanced (Recording pictures) Note • Dynamic tracking function may fail to lock, lose the subject in AF tracking, or track different subject depending on the recording conditions such as the ones below. – When the subject is too small – When the recording location is too dark –...
Page 69: [Quick Af]
Advanced (Recording pictures) [QUICK AF] For details on [REC] mode menu settings, refer to P18. As long as the camera is held steady, the camera will automatically adjust the focus and focus adjustment will then be quicker when the shutter is pressed. This is useful at times when, for instance, you do not want to miss a picture-taking opportunity.
Page 70: [I.exposure]
Advanced (Recording pictures) [I.EXPOSURE] For details on [REC] mode menu settings, refer to P18. Contrast and exposure will be adjusted automatically when there is a big difference in brightness between the background and subject, to bring the image close to how you see. ³²...
Page 71: [Digital Zoom]
Advanced (Recording pictures) Decide on the composition, and take the third picture. • After taking the picture, the images of the first, second and third pictures taken will be superimposed over one another and displayed. Press 3 to select [RETAKE] and then press [MENU/SET] to •...
Page 72: H [Color Effect]
Advanced (Recording pictures) H [COLOR EFFECT] For details on [REC] mode menu settings, refer to P18. Setting color effects for the recorded pictures. ñ³²n Applicable modes: [OFF]: This is the standard setting. [B/W]: The picture becomes black and white. [SEPIA]: The picture becomes sepia.
Page 73: [Stabilizer]
Advanced (Recording pictures) [STABILIZER] For details on [REC] mode menu settings, refer to P18. Using one of these modes, jitter during picture taking is detected, and the camera automatically compensates the jitter, enabling jitter-free images to be taken. ³²¿n Applicable modes: [OFF] [AUTO]: The optimum jitter compensation is selected depending on the condition.
Page 74: B [Audio Rec.]
Advanced (Recording pictures) B [AUDIO REC.] For details on [REC] mode menu settings, refer to P18. Audio can be recorded simultaneously with the image. You can record the conversation during the shooting or the situation as a memo. ³²¿ Applicable modes: [OFF]: Audio will not be recorded.
Page 75: Advanced (Playback)
Advanced (Playback) ¸ [PLAYBACK] mode: Advanced (Playback) Playing Back Pictures in Sequence (Slide Show) You can play back the pictures you have taken in synchronisation with music, and you can do this in sequence while leaving a fixed interval between each of the pictures. Furthermore, you can play back the pictures grouped together by category or play back only those pictures you have set as favorites as a slide show.
Page 76 Advanced (Playback) Press 3 to select [START] and then press [MENU/ SET]. Press 4 to finish the slide show. • Normal playback resumes after the slide show finishes. ∫ Operations performed during slide show The cursor displayed during playback is the same as 3/4/2/1. •...
Page 77: Selecting Pictures And Playing Them Back ([Category Play]/[Favorite Play])
Advanced (Playback) ¸ [PLAYBACK] mode: Selecting Pictures and Playing them Back ([CATEGORY PLAY]/[FAVORITE PLAY]) [CATEGORY PLAY] This mode allows you to search images by scene mode or other categories (such as [PORTRAIT], [SCENERY] or [NIGHT SCENERY]) and sort the pictures into each of the categories.
Page 78: [Favorite Play]
Advanced (Playback) [FAVORITE PLAY] You can play back the pictures you have set as [FAVORITE] (P88) (Only when [FAVORITE] is set to [ON] and there are pictures which have been set to [FAVORITE]). Perform steps 1 and 2 on page 75. Press 3/4 to select [FAVORITE PLAY], and then press [MENU/SET].
Page 79: Pictures With Audio
Advanced (Playback) Pictures with audio Press 2/1 to select a picture with the audio icon [ and then press 3 to play back. A Audio icon • Refer to [AUDIO REC.] (P74) and [AUDIO DUB.] (P91) for information about how to create still pictures with audio. Note •...
Page 80: Using The [Playback] Mode Menu
Advanced (Playback) To end 9 screen display Press [MENU/SET] Press the shutter button. Press 3 to select [YES] and then press [MENU/SET]. Picture size Item 1 picture 9 pictures 0.3 M 0.3 M • [QUALITY] is fixed to [›]. Note •...
Page 81: [Title Edit]
Advanced (Playback) Press [MENU/SET] to display the pictures that were recorded on the selected date. • Press [‚] to return to the calendar screen. Press 3/4/2/1 to select a picture and then press [MENU/SET]. • The picture that was selected will appear. Note •...
Page 82 Advanced (Playback) Press 3/4/2/1 to select text and then press [MENU/SET] to register. • Press [DISPLAY] to switch text between [A] (capitals), [a] (small case) and [&/1] (special characters and numbers). • The cursor at the entry position can be moved to the left with [L], and to the right with [Z].
Page 83: [Text Stamp]
Advanced (Playback) [TEXT STAMP] You can stamp the recording date/time, age, travel date or title onto the recorded pictures. It is suitable for regular size printing. (Pictures with a picture size larger than [ ] will be resized when stamping the date etc. on them.) Select [TEXT STAMP] on the [PLAYBACK] mode menu.
Page 84: Q [Resize] Reducing The Picture Size (Number Of Pixels)
Advanced (Playback) Aspect ratio setting Picture size > > > • The picture becomes slightly rougher. Press 3 to select [YES] and then press [MENU/ SET]. • The message [SAVE NEW PICTURES?] appears if the picture was recorded with a picture size [ ] or less.
Page 85: [Trimming]
Advanced (Playback) [MULTI] setting [MULTI] Press 3/4 to select the size, and then press [MENU/SET]. • When [DISPLAY] is pressed, an explanation of resizing is displayed. Press 3/4/2/1 to select the picture, and then press [DISPLAY]. • Repeat this step for each picture, and press [MENU/SET] to set.
Page 86: [Leveling]
Advanced (Playback) Press [MENU/SET]. Press 3 to select [YES] and then press [MENU/ SET]. Press [‚] to return to the menu screen. • Press [MENU/SET] to close the menu. Note • Depending on the cut size, the picture size of the trimmed picture may become smaller than that of the original picture.
Page 87: [Aspect Conv.]
Advanced (Playback) ? [ASPECT CONV.] You can convert pictures taken with a [W] aspect ratio to a [Y] or a [X] aspect ratio. Select [ASPECT CONV.] on the [PLAYBACK] mode menu. (P18) Press 3/4 to select [Y] or [X] and then press [MENU/SET].
Page 88: Ü [Favorite]
Advanced (Playback) Press 2/1 to select the picture and then press [MENU/SET]. • Motion pictures and protected pictures cannot be rotated. Press 3/4 to select the direction to rotate the picture and then press [MENU/SET]. The picture rotates clockwise in steps of 90o. The picture rotates counter-clockwise in steps of 90o.
Page 89: O [Dpof Print]
When you want to use a photo printing store to print pictures recorded on the built-in memory, copy them to a card (P92) and then set the DPOF setting. For more information visit: http://panasonic.jp/dc/dpof_110/white_e.htm Select [DPOF PRINT] on the [PLAYBACK] mode menu. (P18) Press 3/4 to select [SINGLE] or [MULTI] and then press [MENU/SET].
Page 90: P [Protect]
Advanced (Playback) Press 3/4 to set the number of prints, and then press [MENU/SET] to set. • When [MULTI] has been selected, repeat steps for each picture. (It is not possible to use the same setting for a multiple number of pictures.) Press [‚] to return to the menu screen.
Page 91: B [Audio Dub.]
Advanced (Playback) [SINGLE] [MULTI] Select the picture, and then press [MENU/SET]. When [MULTI] has been selected • Repeat these steps for each picture. • The settings are canceled when [MENU/ SET] is pressed again. Press 2/1 to Press 3/4/2/1 select the picture. to select the pictures.
Page 92: S [Copy]
• Only pictures recorded with a Panasonic digital camera (LUMIX) will be copied. (Even if the pictures were recorded with a Panasonic digital camera, you may not be able to copy them if they were edited with a PC.) •...
Page 93: Connecting To Other Equipment
Connecting to other equipment Connecting to other equipment Connecting to a PC You can acquire recorded pictures to a PC by connecting the camera and the PC. • You can easily print out or mail the pictures you have imported. Use of the “...
Page 94 Connecting to other equipment Double-click on [Removable Disk] in [My Computer]. • When using a Macintosh, the drive is displayed on the desktop. (“LUMIX”, “NO_NAME” or “Untitled” is displayed.) Double-click [DCIM] folder. Using a drag-and-drop operation, move the pictures you want to acquire or the folder storing those pictures to any different folder on the PC.
Page 95: Printing The Pictures
Connecting to other equipment Printing the Pictures If you connect the camera to a printer supporting PictBridge, you can select the pictures to be printed out and instruct that printing be started on the camera’s LCD monitor. Preparations: Turn on the camera and the printer. Remove the card before printing the pictures in the built-in memory.
Page 96: Selecting A Single Picture And Printing It
Connecting to other equipment Note • Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one. Use of cables other than the supplied USB connection cable may cause malfunction. • Turn the camera off before connecting or disconnecting the AC adaptor (DMW-AC5PP; optional).
Page 97: Print Settings
Connecting to other equipment Press 3 to select [PRINT START] and then press [MENU/SET]. • Refer to P97 for the items which can be set before starting to print the pictures. • Press [MENU/SET] to cancel printing. • Disconnect the USB connection cable after printing. Print Settings Select and set the items both on the screen in step of the...
Page 98 Connecting to other equipment [PAPER SIZE] Item Description of settings Settings on the printer are prioritized. [L/3.5qk5q] 89 mmk127 mm [2L/5qk7q] 127 mmk178 mm [POSTCARD] 100 mmk148 mm [16:9] 101.6 mmk180.6 mm [A4] 210 mmk297 mm [A3] 297 mmk420 mm [10k15cm] 100 mmk150 mm [4qk6q]...
Page 99: Playing Back Pictures On A Tv Screen
Connecting to other equipment ¸ [PLAYBACK] mode: Playing Back Pictures on a TV Screen Playing back pictures using the AV cable (supplied) Preparations: Set the [TV ASPECT]. (P23) Turn this unit and the TV off.   1 Yellow: to the video input socket 2 White: to the audio input socket A Align the marks, and insert.
Page 100: Playing Back Pictures On A Tv With An Sd Memory Card Slot
Connecting to other equipment Playing back pictures on a TV with an SD Memory Card slot Still pictures recorded on an SD Memory Card can be played back on a TV with an SD Memory Card slot. Note • Depending on the TV model, pictures may not be displayed on the full screen. •...
Page 101 Depending on the [ASPECT RATIO], bands may be displayed on the top and bottom or the left and right of the pictures. • Do not use any other cables except a genuine Panasonic component cable (DMW-HDC2; optional). • Audio will be output as monaural.
Page 102: Screen Display
Others Others Screen Display ∫ In recording Recording in program AE mode [»] (Initial setting) Recording mode Flash mode (P38) AF area (P29) Focus (P29) Picture size (P61) Quality (P62) Battery indication (P13) Number of recordable pictures (P119) Built-in memory (P15) : Card (P15) (displayed only during recording) 10 Recording state...
Page 103 Others 33 Burst (P69)/ : Auto bracket (P44)/ :Color bracket (P45)/ :Multi exposure (P70) B: Audio recording (P74) 34 Quick AF (P69)/ : AF assist lamp (P74) 35 Number of days that have passed since the travel date (P58) 36 Self-timer mode (P42) ¢...
Page 104: Cautions For Use
Others Cautions for Use Optimal use of the camera Take care not to drop or knock the unit or put a lot of pressure on it. • Take care not to knock or drop the bag/case that you inserted the camera in as the shock may cause damage to the camera, lens or LCD monitor.
Page 105 Others About the LCD monitor • Do not press the LCD monitor with excessive force. Uneven colors may appear on the LCD monitor and it may malfunction. • If the camera is cold when you turn it on, the picture on the LCD monitor will be slightly darker than usual at first.
Page 106 About the picture data • Recorded data may be damaged or lost if the camera breaks down due to inappropriate handling. Panasonic will not be liable for any damage suffered due to loss of recorded data. About tripods • When you use a tripod, make sure the tripod is stable when this unit is attached to it.
Page 107: Message Display
Others Message Display Confirmation messages or error messages will be displayed on the screen in some cases. The major messages are described below as examples. [THIS MEMORY CARD IS LOCKED] > The Write-Protect switch on the SD Memory Card and the SDHC Memory Card are moved to [LOCK].
Page 108 Others [MEMORY CARD ERROR FORMAT THIS CARD?] • This card has a format which is not recognized by the camera. > Format the card again with the camera after saving necessary data on a PC etc. (P24) [PLEASE TURN CAMERA OFF AND THEN ON AGAIN]/[SYSTEM ERROR] •...
Page 109: Functions That Cannot Be Set Or Will Not
Others Functions that cannot be set or will not work under some conditions Due to the camera’s specifications, it may not be possible to set some of the functions or some functions may not work in some of the conditions under which the camera is used. The table below lists these functions and the corresponding conditions.
Page 110 Others • ô , , 5 , [AUTO BRACKET] (P44) in [SCENE MODE] • $ mode • When [QUALITY] is set to [ ] or [ • [MULTI EXPO.] [COLOR BRACKET] (P45) • [SCENE MODE] • $ mode • When [QUALITY] is set to [ ] or [ •...
Page 111 Others • [AUDIO REC.] (P74) [AUTO BRACKET] • [COLOR BRACKET] • [BURST] • ô, and 5 in [SCENE MODE] • $ mode • When [QUALITY] is set to [ ] or [ • [MULTI EXPO.] • 0, ,, /, ï, 4 and 7 in [SCENE MODE] [AF ASSIST LAMP] (P74) •...
Page 112: Troubleshooting
Others Troubleshooting First, try out the following procedures (P112–118). If the problem is not resolved, it may be improved by selecting [RESET] (P23) on the [SETUP] menu when taking pictures. Battery and power source The camera cannot be operated even when it is turned on. •...
Page 113 Others The recorded picture is too bright or dark. > Check that the exposure is correctly compensated. (P43) • Setting the [MIN. SHTR SPEED] to faster speed might make the picture darker. > Set the [MIN. SHTR SPEED] to slower speed. 2 or 3 pictures are taken at one time.
Page 114: Lens
Others A reddish vertical line (smear) appears on the LCD monitor during picture-taking. • This is a characteristic of CCDs, and it appears when the subject has a bright part. Some unevenness may occur in the surrounding areas, but this is not a malfunction. It is recorded in motion pictures but is not recorded on still pictures.
Page 115: Flash
Others The LCD monitor is too bright or dark. > Adjust the brightness of the screen. (P20) • [POWER LCD] is activated. (P21) Black, red, blue and green dots appear on the LCD monitor. • This is not a malfunction. These pixels do not affect the recorded pictures.
Page 116: Tv, Pc And Printer
Others • Did you remove the battery immediately after picture-taking or did you take the picture using a battery with a low remaining charge? > Format the data to delete the pictures mentioned above. (P24) (Other pictures will be deleted as well and it will not be possible to restore them. Therefore, check well before formatting.) With a calendar search, pictures are displayed on dates differing from the actual dates on which the pictures were taken.
Page 117: Others
Others The picture is not displayed fully on the TV. > Check [TV ASPECT] setting. (P23) The picture cannot be transferred when the camera is connected to a PC. • Is the camera connected to the PC correctly? • Is the camera recognized by the PC correctly? >...
Page 118 Others > When the message [PLEASE SET THE CLOCK] appears, set the clock again. When you take a picture before setting the clock, [0:00 0. 0. 0] is recorded. (P17) When pictures are taken using the zoom, they are slightly distorted and the areas around the subject contain colors which are not actually present.
Page 119: Available Recording Time
Others Others Number of Recordable Pictures and Available Recording Time • The number of recordable pictures and the available recording time are an approximation. (These vary depending on the recording conditions and the type of card.) • The number of recordable pictures and the available recording time varies depending on the subjects.
Page 120 Others Aspect ratio (0.3M (13M): Picture size (2048k1536) (1600k1200) (640k480) (4416k2944) › › › › Quality Built-in Memory (Approx. 50 MB) 32 MB 64 MB 128 MB 256 MB 1170 1900 512 MB 2320 3770 1 GB Card 1180 1830 4640 7550 2 GB...
Page 121 Others Aspect ratio (11M): (7.5M Picture size (4416k2480) (3648k2056) › › Quality Built-in Memory (Approx. 50 MB) 32 MB 64 MB 128 MB 256 MB 512 MB 1 GB Card 2 GB 1020 4 GB 1400 1030 2010 8 GB 1440 2850 2090...
Page 122 Others ∫ Available recording time (when recording motion pictures) Picture quality setting Built-in Memory 1 min 38 s 4 min 20 s (Approx. 50 MB) 32 MB 14 s 17 s 56 s 2 min 35 s 64 MB 16 s 33 s 39 s 1 min 58 s...
Page 123: Specifications
Others Specifications Digital Camera: Information for your safety Power Source: DC 5.1 V Power Consumption: 1.6 W (When recording) 0.6 W (When playing back) Camera effective pixels: 14,700,000 pixels Image sensor: 1/1.72q CCD, total pixel number 15,000,000 pixels, Primary color filter Lens: Optical 3.6kzoom, fl6.0 mm to 21.4 mm (35 mm film camera equivalent: 28 mm to 100 mm)/F2.8 to F5.6...
Page 124 Others ISO sensitivity: AUTO/100/200/400/800/1600 [HIGH SENS.] mode: 1600 to 6400 Shutter speed: 60 seconds to 1/2000th of a second [STARRY SKY] mode: 15 seconds, 30 seconds, 60 seconds White balance: Auto white balance/Daylight/Cloudy/Shade/Incandescent lights/ White set 1/White set 2/Color temperature setting Exposure (AE): Program AE (P), Manual exposure (M), Exposure compensation (1/3 EV Step, j2 EV to i2 EV)
Page 125 Battery Charger (Panasonic DE-A41B): Information for your safety Input: 110 V to 240 V 50/60 Hz, 0.2 A Output: CHARGE 4.2 V 0.8 A Equipment mobility: Movable Battery Pack (lithium-ion) (Panasonic CGA-S005A): Information for your safety Voltage: 3.7 V VQT1S88...
Page 126: Digital Camera Accessory System
Others Others Digital Camera Accessory System Accessory# Figure Description CGA-S005A Battery Pack DMW-CHFX30 Semi Hard Case AC Adaptor DMW-AC5PP DMW-HDC2 Component Cable RP-SDV32GU1K 32 GB SDHC Memory Card RP-SDV16GU1K 16 GB SDHC Memory Card RP-SDV08GU1K 8 GB SDHC Memory Card RP-SDM04GU1K 4 GB SDHC Memory Card RP-SDV04GU1K...
Page 127: Digital Camera Accessory Order Form (For Usa Customers)
VISIT YOUR LOCAL PANASONIC DEALER CALL PANASONIC’S ACCESSORY ORDER LINE AT 1-800-332-5368 [6 AM-6 PM M-F, PACIFIC TIME] MAIL THIS ORDER TO: PANASONIC SERVICE AND TECHNOLOGY COMPANY ACCESSORY ORDER OFFICE 20421 84th Avenue South Kent, WA. 98032 In CANADA, please contact your local Dealer for more information about accessories.
Page 128: Request For Service Notice (For Usa Only)
Mail this completed form and your Proof of Purchase along with your unit to: Panasonic Camera and Digital Service Center 1590 Touhy Ave. Elk Grove Village, IL 60007...
Page 129: Limited Warranty (For Usa Only)
If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or workmanship, Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company or Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc. (collectively referred to as “the warrantor”) will, for the length of the period indicated on the chart below, which starts with the date of original purchase (“warranty period”), at its option either (a)
Page 130 Carry-In or Mail-In Service For Carry-In or Mail-In Service in the United States call 1-800-211-PANA (7262). For assistance in Puerto Rico call Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc. (787)-750-4300 or fax (787)-768-2910. This warranty ONLY COVERS failures due to defects in materials or workmanship, and DOES NOT COVER normal wear and tear or cosmetic damage.
Page 131: Customer Services Directory (For Usa Only)
Monday-Friday 9 am-9 pm; Saturday-Sunday 10 am-7 pm, EST For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY :1-877-833-8855 Accessory Purchases Purchase Parts, Accessories and Instruction Books online for all Panasonic Products by visiting our Web Site at: http://www.pstc.panasonic.com or, send your request by E-mail to: npcparts@us.panasonic.com...
Page 132: Précautions À Prendre (Pour Le Canada)
La plaque signalétique se trouve sur le dessous des appareils. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. • Assurez-vous d’utiliser un adaptateur secteur de marque Panasonic (DMW-AC5PP; en option). • Assurez-vous d’utiliser une batterie de marque Panasonic (CGA-S005A).
Page 133 Others • Le puissant champ magnétique de haut-parleurs ou de moteurs peut endommager les données enregistrées et distordre les images. • Les ondes électromagnétiques émises par un microprocesseur peuvent nuire à l’appareil photo numérique et perturber l’image et le son. •...
Page 134: Index
Others Others Index DPOF Print Setting ........ 89 Easy Zoom ..........32 AC Adaptor ........93, 95 Economy Mode ........22 Access Indication ........15 Exposure Compensation ....... 43 Adjusting Flash Output ......40 Extended Optical Zoom ......31 Aerial Photo Mode ......... 55 EZ ........
Page 135 Others Motion Picture Mode ......56 Self-timer ..........42 Multi Playback ........33 Setup Menu ........... 20 Multiple ..........66 Shutter Volume ........20 Multiple Exposure ........70 Slide Show ..........75 Snow Mode ..........54 Soft Skin Mode ........48 Sound ............
Page 136 QuickTime and the QuickTime logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Apple Inc., used under license therefrom. Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company, Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094 Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc. Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5, San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985 Panasonic Canada Inc.

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