Basic Operating Instructions
Digital Camera
Model No.
DMC-FX700
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product,
please read the instructions completely.
Please also refer to the Operating
Instructions (PDF format)
contained on the CD-ROM
(supplied).
You can learn about advanced operation methods
and check the Troubleshooting.
For USA and Puerto Rico assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or,
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Information for Your Safety
WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR PRODUCT
DAMAGE,
• DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN, MOISTURE, DRIPPING
OR SPLASHING AND THAT NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH
AS VASES, SHALL BE PLACED ON THE APPARATUS.
• USE ONLY THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES.
• DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK); THERE ARE NO USER
SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.
THE SOCKET OUTLET SHALL BE INSTALLED NEAR THE
EQUIPMENT AND SHALL BE EASILY ACCESSIBLE.
∫ Product identification marking
Product
Location
Digital camera
Battery charger
Bottom
Bottom
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FCC Note:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits
for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment
generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If
this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and
on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or
more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
FCC Caution:To assure continued compliance, follow the attached
installation instructions and use only shielded interface
cables with ferrite core when connecting to computer
or peripheral devices.
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate
this equipment.
Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name:
Model No.:
Panasonic
DMC-FX700
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 following two conditions: (1) This device may not
cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
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DMC-FX700
∫ About the battery pack
CAUTION
Battery pack (Lithium ion battery pack)
• Use the specified unit to recharge the battery pack.
• Do not use the battery pack with equipment other than the specified unit.
• Do not get dirt, sand, liquids, or other foreign matter on the terminals.
• Do not touch the plug terminals (i and j) with metal objects.
• Do not disassemble, remodel, heat or throw into fire.
If any electrolyte should come into contact with your hands or clothes,
wash it off thoroughly with water.
If any electrolyte should come into contact with your eyes, never rub the
eyes. Rinse eyes thoroughly with water, and then consult a doctor.
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.
• Do not heat or expose to flame.
• Do not leave the battery(ies) in an automobile exposed to direct sunlight for a
long period of time with doors and windows closed.
Warning
Risk of fire, explosion and burns. Do not disassemble, heat above 60 xC
(140 oF) or incinerate.
∫ 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.
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Battery charger
This battery charger operates on AC between 110 V and 240 V.
But
• In the U.S.A. and Canada, the battery charger must be connected to a 120 V
AC power supply only.
• When connecting to an AC supply outside of the U.S.A. or Canada, use a
plug adaptor to suit the AC outlet configuration.
∫ Cautions for Use
• Do not use any other AV cables except the supplied one.
• Always use a genuine Panasonic HDMI mini cable (RP-CDHM15, RP-CDHM30;
optional).
Part numbers: RP-CDHM15 (1.5 m) (5 feet), RP-CDHM30 (3.0 m) (10 feet)
• Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one.
Keep this unit as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment
(such as microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.).
• If you use this unit on top of or near a TV, the pictures and/or sound on this unit
may be disrupted by electromagnetic wave radiation.
• Do not use this unit near cell phones because doing so may result in noise
adversely affecting the pictures and/or sound.
• Recorded data may be damaged, or pictures may be distorted, by strong
magnetic fields created by speakers or large motors.
• Electromagnetic wave radiation generated by microprocessors may adversely
affect this unit, disturbing the pictures and/or sound.
• If this unit is adversely affected by electromagnetic equipment and stops
functioning properly, turn this unit off and remove the battery or disconnect AC
adaptor (DMW-AC5PP; optional). Then reinsert the battery or reconnect AC
adaptor and turn this unit on.
Do not use this unit near radio transmitters or high-voltage lines.
• If you record near radio transmitters or high-voltage lines, the recorded pictures
and/or sound may be adversely affected.
-If you see this symbol-
Information on Disposal in other Countries outside
the European Union
This symbol is only valid in the European Union.
If you wish to discard this product, please contact your
local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct
method of disposal.
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Contents
Information for Your Safety ...........................................................................3
Standard Accessories ...................................................................................8
Names of the Components ...........................................................................9
How to Use the Touch Panel ......................................................................11
Charging the Battery ...................................................................................13
About the Built-in Memory/the Card............................................................15
Inserting and Removing the Card (optional)/the Battery.............................16
Setting Date/Time (Clock Set).....................................................................17
• Changing the Clock Setting ..................................................................17
Setting the Menu.........................................................................................18
Selecting the [REC] Mode...........................................................................19
Taking Pictures Using the Automatic Function
(ñ: Intelligent Auto Mode) ..........................................................................20
• Scene Detection....................................................................................21
• AF Tracking Function............................................................................21
Taking Pictures with Your Favorite Settings
(³: Program AE Mode) ..............................................................................22
Compensating the Exposure.......................................................................23
Taking Pictures with Set Aperture ( : Aperture-priority AE)......................24
Taking Pictures with Set Shutter Speed (´: Shutter-priority AE)...............25
Taking Pictures with Exposure Set Manually (²: Manual exposure) .........26
Taking Pictures using Burst Mode ..............................................................27
Recording Motion Pictures..........................................................................28
Playing Back Pictures ([NORMAL PLAY]) ..................................................29
Deleting Pictures.........................................................................................29
Reading the Operating Instructions (PDF format).......................................30
Specifications..............................................................................................32
Digital Camera Accessory System..............................................................36
Digital Camera Accessory Order Form .......................................................37
Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR U.S.A. AND PUERTO RICO) .....................38
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Standard Accessories
Check that all the accessories are supplied before using the camera.
Product numbers correct as of July 2010. These may be subject to change.
1
Battery Pack
1
2
(Indicated as battery pack or
battery in the text)
Charge the battery before use.
Battery Charger
2
(Indicated as battery charger or
charger in the text)
USB Connection Cable
AV Cable
DMW-BCF10PP
DE-A59B
3
4
3
4
5
CD-ROM
• Software:
Use it to install the software to your
PC.
• Operating Instructions
Hand Strap
Battery Case
Stylus Pen
K1HA08CD0028
K1HA08AD0002
5
7
6
6
7
8
• SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card
and SDXC Memory Card are indicated
as card in the text.
VFF0687
VFC4297
8
• The card is optional.
You can record or play back pictures
on the built-in memory when you are
not using a card.
• For information about optional
accessories, refer to the “Digital Camera
Accessory System”.
VGQ0D56
VGQ0C14
• If any accessories are lost, customers should contact Panasonic’s parts
department at 1 800 833-9626 for further information about obtaining
replacement parts.
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Names of the Components
1
2
3
Flash
Lens
1
5
2
3
Self-timer indicator
AF Assist Lamp
Hand strap eyelet
• Be sure to attach the hand strap
when using the camera to ensure
that you will not drop it.
4
4
5
6
7
8
Touch panel/LCD monitor
[REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch
[MODE] button
6
[MENU] button
8
7
9
Speaker
9
10 11 12
10 Camera ON/OFF switch
11 Zoom lever
12 Motion picture button
13 Microphone
14 Shutter button
14
13
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15 Lens barrel
16 [HDMI] socket
17 [AV OUT/DIGITAL] socket
15
16
17
18 Tripod receptacle
18
19
• When you use a tripod, make sure the
tripod is stable when the camera is
attached to it.
19 Card/Battery door
20 Release lever
21 20
21 DC coupler cover
• When using an AC adaptor, ensure that
the Panasonic DC coupler (DMW-DCC4;
optional) and AC adaptor (DMW-AC5PP;
optional) are used.
• Always use a genuine Panasonic AC
adaptor (DMW-AC5PP; optional).
• We recommend you use a battery with
sufficient battery power or the AC
adaptor when recording motion pictures.
• If while recording motion pictures using
the AC adaptor and the power supply is
cut off due to a power outage or if the AC
adaptor is disconnected etc., the motion
picture being recorded will not be
recorded.
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How to Use the Touch Panel
This touch panel is a type that detects pressure.
Operation or settings are performed by directly touching the icons displayed on
the LCD monitor (touch panel) or by moving while touching the touch panel
(dragging) using your fingers or the supplied stylus pen.
Touch the screen
To touch and release the touch panel.
Drag
A movement without releasing the
touch panel.
Use this to perform tasks such as
selecting icons or images displayed on
the touch panel.
You can make settings by touching the
items displayed on the screen.
You can exit without saving the settings
by touching [CANCEL].
This is used when performing tasks
such as moving to the next image by
dragging horizontally, or changing the
range of the displayed image.
This can also be used to perform
tasks such as switching the screen
by operating the slide bar.
• It may not operate properly when
• If you select wrong icon, you can
drag to different icon, and select
that icon by releasing your finger.
multiple icons are touched
simultaneously, so try to touch the
center of the icon.
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Note
• The touch panel does not operate when the LCD
monitor is turned off.
• If you use a commercially available liquid crystal
protection sheet, please follow the instructions that
accompany the sheet. (Some liquid crystal
protection sheets may impair visibility or
operability.)
• Apply a little extra pressure when touching if you
have a commercially available protection sheet affixed or if you feel it is not
responding well.
• Touch panel will not operate properly when the hand holding this unit is pressing
on the touch panel.
• Do not press using anything with a sharp tip or anything hard, except for the
supplied stylus pen.
• Do not operate with your fingernails.
• Wipe the LCD monitor with dry soft cloth when it gets dirty with finger prints and
others.
• Do not scratch or press the LCD monitor too hard.
∫ About the Stylus pen
It is easier to use the stylus pen (supplied) for
detailed operation or if it is hard to operate with your
fingers.
• Do not place it where small children can reach.
• Do not place the stylus pen on the LCD monitor
when storing. LCD monitor may break when the
stylus pen is pressed strongly against the LCD
monitor.
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Charging the Battery
∫ About batteries that you can use with this unit
The battery that can be used with this unit is DMW-BCF10PP.
It has been found that counterfeit battery packs which look very similar
to the genuine product are made available to purchase in some markets.
Some of these battery packs are not adequately protected 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 would recommend that a genuine
Panasonic battery pack is used.
• Use the dedicated charger and battery.
• The camera has a function for distinguishing batteries which can be used
safely. The dedicated battery (DMW-BCF10PP) supports this function. The
only batteries suitable for use with this unit are genuine Panasonic
products and batteries manufactured by other companies and certified by
Panasonic. (Batteries which do not support this function cannot be used).
Panasonic cannot in any way guarantee the quality, performance or safety
of batteries which have been manufactured by other companies and are
not genuine Panasonic products.
∫ Charging
• The battery is not charged when the camera is shipped. Charge the battery
before use.
• Charge the battery with the charger indoors.
• It is recommended to charge the battery in a temperature between 10 oC to
30 oC (50 oF to 86 oF). (The battery temperature should also be the same.)
Attach the battery paying
attention to the direction of the
battery.
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Connect the charger to the
electrical outlet.
• Disconnect the charger from the
electrical socket and detach the battery
after charging is completed.
∫ About the [CHARGE] indicator
The [CHARGE]
indicator turns on:
The [CHARGE] indicator A is turned on and charging
will start.
The [CHARGE]
indicator turns off:
The [CHARGE] indicator A of the charger will turn off
once the charging has completed without any problem.
• When the [CHARGE] indicator flashes
–The battery temperature is too high or too low. It is recommended to charge
the battery again in an ambient temperature of between 10 oC to 30 oC (50 oF
to 86 oF).
–The terminals of the charger or the battery are dirty. In this case, wipe them
with a dry cloth.
∫ Charging time
Charging time
Approx. 130 min
∫ Approximate operating time and number of recordable pictures
Number of recordable pictures
Recording time
Approx. 300 pictures
Approx. 150 min
Approx. 200 min
Playback time
Recording conditions by CIPA standard
• CIPA is an abbreviation of [Camera & Imaging Products Association].
• Program AE Mode
• Temperature: 23 oC (73.4 oF)/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 the Optical
Image Stabilizer function is set to [AUTO].)
• 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.
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About the Built-in Memory/the Card
Built-in Memory
• Memory size: Approx. 40 MB
• The built-in memory can be used as a temporary storage device when the card
being used becomes full.
• The access time for the built-in memory may be longer than the access time for
a card.
Card
The following cards which conform to the SD video standard can be used with this
unit.
(These cards are indicated as card in the text.)
Type of card which can
Remarks
be used with this unit
• SDHC Memory Card can be used with SDHC
Memory Card or SDXC Memory Card compatible
equipment.
SD Memory Card
(8 MB to 2 GB)
• SDXC Memory Card can only be used with SDXC
Memory Card compatible equipment.
• Check that the PC and other equipment are
compatible when using the SDXC Memory Cards.
SDXC.html
SDHC Memory Card
(4 GB to 32 GB)
SDXC Memory Card
(48 GB, 64 GB)
• Only cards bearing the SDHC logo (indicating that the card conforms to SD
video standards) may be used as 4 GB to 32 GB cards.
• Only cards bearing the SDXC logo (indicating that the card conforms to SD
video standards) may be used as 48 GB, 64 GB cards.
¢
• Use a card with SD Speed Class with “Class 4” or higher when recording
motion pictures in [AVCHD]. Also, use a card with SD Speed Class with
“Class 6” or higher when recording motion pictures in [MOTION JPEG].
¢ SD Speed Class is the speed standard regarding continuous writing.
• Please confirm the latest information on the following website.
(This Site is English only.)
Note
• Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.
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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 (DMW-BCF10PP).
• If you use other batteries, we cannot
guarantee the quality of this product.
Battery: Insert until it is locked by
the lever A being careful about
the direction you insert it. Pull the
lever A in the direction of the
arrow to remove the battery.
Card: Push it fully until it clicks
being careful about the direction
you insert it. To remove the card,
push the card until it clicks, then
pull the card out upright.
B: Do not touch the connection terminals of the card.
• The card may be damaged if it is not fully inserted.
1:Close the card/battery door.
2:Slide the release lever in the
direction of the arrow.
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Setting Date/Time (Clock Set)
• The clock is not set when the camera is shipped.
Turn the camera on.
Touch [CLOCK SET].
Touch the items you wish to set (Year/
Month/Day/Hours/Minutes), and set
using [3]/[4].
• Touch [CANCEL] to cancel the date and time
settings without setting a date and time.
Touch [SET] to set.
Touch [SET].
• Touch [CANCEL] to return to the settings screen.
Changing the Clock Setting
Select [CLOCK SET] in the [REC] or [SETUP] menu.
• It can be changed in steps 3 and 4 to set the clock.
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Setting the Menu
This section describes how to select the Program AE Mode settings, and the
same setting can be used for the [MOTION PICTURE] Mode menu, [PLAYBACK]
Mode menu and [SETUP] menu as well.
Example: Setting [AF MODE] from [Ø] to [š] in the Program AE Mode
Press [MENU] to display the menu.
Touch [AF MODE].
Touch [š].
• Depending on the item, its setting may not
appear or it may be displayed in a different
way.
Touch [EXIT] to close the menu.
• You can also press the shutter button halfway
to close the menu.
Switching to other menus
e.g.: Switching to the [SETUP] menu
Touch the [SETUP] menu icon [ ].
• Select a menu item next and set it.
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Mode switching
Selecting the [REC] Mode
Turn the camera on.
A [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch
B [MODE] button
Slide the [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector
switch to [!], and then press
[MODE].
Touch the mode.
∫ List of [REC] Modes
¦
[INTELLIGENT AUTO]
The subjects are recorded using settings automatically selected by the
camera.
»
[PROGRAM AE]
The subjects are recorded using your own settings.
¹
[APERTURE PRIORITY]
The shutter speed is automatically determined by the aperture value you set.
¼
[SHUTTER PRIORITY]
The aperture value is automatically determined by the shutter speed you set.
º
[MANUAL EXPOSURE]
The exposure is adjusted by the aperture value and the shutter speed which
are manually adjusted.
Û
[SCENE MODE]
This allows you to take pictures that match the scene being recorded.
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[REC] Mode: ñ
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.
Slide the [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector
switch to [!], and then press
[MODE].
A [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch
B [MODE] button
C Shutter button
Touch [INTELLIGENT AUTO].
Hold this unit gently with both hands, keep your arms still
at your side and stand with your feet slightly apart.
1
Press the shutter button halfway to
focus.
• The focus indication 1 (green) lights when the
subject is focused.
• The AF area 2 is displayed around the
subject’s face by the Face Detection function.
In other cases, it is displayed at the point on
2
the subject which is in focus.
• The focus range is 3 cm (0.10 feet) (Wide)/1 m
(3.28 feet) (Tele) to ¶.
Press the shutter button fully (push it
in further), and take the picture.
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Scene Detection
When the camera identifies the optimum scene, the icon of the scene concerned
is displayed in blue for 2 seconds, after which its color changes to the usual red.
¦
>
[i-PORTRAIT]
[i-SCENERY]
[i-MACRO]
[i-NIGHT PORTRAIT]
[i-NIGHT SCENERY]
[i-SUNSET]
• Only when [
] is selected
[i-BABY]
• [¦] is set if none of the scenes are applicable, and the standard settings are
set.
• When [ ], [ ] or [ ] is selected, the camera automatically detects a person’s
face, and it will adjust the focus and exposure. (Face Detection)
AF Tracking Function
It is possible to set the focus and exposure to the specified subject. Focus and
exposure will keep following the subject automatically even if it moves.
1
Touch the subject.
• AF Tracking frame will be displayed in yellow, and it will
determine the most appropriate scene for the locked
subject.
• AF Tracking is canceled when [
] is touched.
2
Press the shutter button halfway to focus and
then press it fully to take the picture.
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[REC] Mode: ³
Taking Pictures with Your Favorite Settings
(³: Program AE Mode)
The camera automatically sets the shutter speed and the aperture value
according to the brightness of the subject.
You can take pictures with greater freedom by changing various settings in the
[REC] menu.
Slide the [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector
switch to [!], and then press
[MODE].
A [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch
B [MODE] button
Touch [PROGRAM AE].
Aim the AF area at the point you want to focus on.
Press the shutter button halfway to
focus.
• The focus range is 50 cm (1.64 feet) (Wide)/
1 m (3.28 feet) (Tele) to ¶.
Press the halfway pressed shutter
button fully to take a picture.
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[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.
Touch [
].
Adjust the exposure by touching the
slide bar.
• Select [0 EV] to return to the original exposure.
Touch [EXIT] to finish.
• You can also press the shutter button halfway to finish.
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[REC] Mode:
Taking Pictures with Set Aperture
(
: Aperture-priority AE)
Set the aperture value to a higher number when you want a sharp focus
background. Set the aperture value to a lower number when you want a soft focus
background.
Slide the [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch to [!], and
then press [MODE].
Touch [APERTURE PRIORITY].
Touch [APERTURE VALUE] A.
A
Drag the aperture set bar B.
Touch [
] to close the Quick Menu.
Take the pictures.
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[REC] Mode: ´
Taking Pictures with Set Shutter Speed
(´: Shutter-priority AE)
When you want to take a sharp picture of a fast moving subject, set to a faster
shutter speed. When you want to create a trail effect, set to a slower shutter
speed.
Slide the [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch to [!], and
then press [MODE].
Touch [SHUTTER PRIORITY].
Touch [SHUTTER SPEED] A.
A
Drag the shutter speed set bar B.
Touch [
] to close the Quick Menu.
Take the pictures.
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[REC] Mode: ²
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 press [MODE].
Touch [MANUAL EXPOSURE].
Touch [APERTURE VALUE] A or
[SHUTTER SPEED] B.
A B
D
Drag the aperture set bar C or shutter
speed set bar D.
C
Touch [
] to close the Quick Menu.
Take the pictures.
• The Manual Exposure Assistance appears for about 10 seconds to
indicate the exposure when the shutter button is pressed halfway.
• Set the aperture value and the shutter speed again when the exposure is
not adequate.
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[REC] Mode:
Taking Pictures using Burst Mode
Pictures are taken continuously while the shutter button is pressed.
Select the ones you really like from among the pictures you have taken.
Burst speed can be selected to match the recording conditions or subjects.
Pictures recorded in Burst Mode will be recorded as a burst picture group.
Touch [ ].
Touch the item.
Burst speed
2 pictures/second,
5 pictures/second,
10 pictures/second
[
]:
[
]:
]:
]:
]:
]:
2 pictures/second
5 pictures/second
10 pictures/second
40 pictures/second
60 pictures/second
[
[
[
[
10
40
60
Touch [EXIT] to finish.
• You can also press the shutter button halfway to finish.
Focus on the subject and take a picture.
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[REC] Mode:
Recording Motion Pictures
This can record full high definition motion pictures compatible with the
AVCHD format or motion pictures recorded in Motion JPEG.
Audio will be recorded in stereo.
Slide the [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector
switch to [!], and then press
[MODE].
A Motion picture button
B [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch
C [MODE] button
Touch the mode.
D
Start recording by pressing the
motion picture button.
D
E
Available recording time
Elapsed recording time
•
Release the motion picture button right after you
press it.
F
E
• The recording state indicator (red) F will flash
while recording motion pictures.
Stop the recording by pressing the motion picture button
again.
• If the built-in memory or the card becomes full in the middle of recording,
the camera stops recording automatically.
Note
• Motion picture recorded continuously in [MOTION JPEG] is up to 2 GB. Only the
maximum recordable time for 2 GB is displayed on the screen.
• Maximum time to record motion pictures continuously with [AVCHD] is 13 hours
3 minutes 20 seconds. Screen will only display up to 13 hours 3 minutes
20 seconds. However, the recording may stop before that depending on the
remaining battery level.
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[PLAYBACK] Mode: ¸
Playing Back Pictures ([NORMAL PLAY])
Slide the [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector
switch A to [(].
Forward or rewind the image by
dragging the screen horizontally.
• After selecting the motion picture, touch [
to start playback.
]
[PLAYBACK] Mode: ¸
Deleting Pictures
Once deleted, pictures cannot be recovered. (For example, if you delete a
burst picture group with [˜], all the pictures in that group are deleted.)
• Pictures on the built-in memory or the card, that are being played back will be
deleted.
Select the picture to be deleted, and
then touch [ ].
Touch [DELETE SINGLE].
Touch [YES].
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Reading the Operating Instructions
(PDF format)
• You have practised the basic operations introduced in these operating
instructions and want to progress to advanced operations.
• You want to check the Troubleshooting.
In these kinds of situations refer to Operating Instructions (PDF format) contained
on the CD-ROM (supplied).
∫ For Windows
Turn the PC on and insert the CD-ROM containing the
Operating Instructions (supplied).
Click the [Operating
Instructions].
Select the desired language
and then click [Operating
Instructions] to install.
A To return to the install menu.
Double click the “Operating
Instructions” shortcut icon on
the desktop.
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∫ When the Operating Instructions (PDF format) will not open
You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader 5.0 or later or Adobe Reader 7.0 or later to
browse or print the Operating Instructions (PDF format).
Insert the CD-ROM containing the Operating Instructions (supplied), click B and
then follow the messages on the screen to install.
(Compatible OS: Windows 2000 SP4/Windows XP SP2 or SP3/Windows Vista
SP1 or SP2/Windows 7)
• You can download and install a version of Adobe Reader that you can use with
your OS from the following Web Site.
∫ To uninstall the Operating Instructions (PDF format)
Delete the PDF file from the “Program Files\Panasonic\Lumix\” folder.
• When the contents in the Program Files folder cannot be displayed, click the
[Show the contents of this folder] to display them.
∫ For Macintosh
Turn the PC on and insert the CD-ROM containing the
Operating Instructions (supplied).
Open the “Manual” folder in the CD-ROM and then copy
the PDF file with the desired language inside the folder.
Double click the PDF file to open it.
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Specifications
Digital Camera:
Information for your safety
Power Source:
DC 5.1 V
Power
Consumption:
1.4 W (When recording)
1.0 W (When playing back)
Camera effective
pixels
:
14,100,000 pixels
Image sensor:
1/2.33q MOS sensor, total pixel number 15,100,000 pixels,
Primary color filter
Lens:
Optical 5kzoom, fl4.3 mm to 21.5 mm
(35 mm film camera equivalent: 24 mm to 120 mm)/
F2.2 (Wide) to F5.9 (Tele)
Digital zoom:
Extended optical
zoom:
Max. 4k
Max. 10.5k
(When set to 3,000,000 pixels [3M] or less)
Focus range:
Normal: 50 cm (1.64 feet) (Wide)/1 m (3.28 feet) (Tele) to
Macro/Intelligent Auto:
¶
3 cm (0.10 feet) (Wide)/1 m (3.28 feet) (Tele) to ¶
Scene Mode: There may be differences in the above
settings.
Shutter system:
Electronic shutteriMechanical shutter
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Burst recording
For mechanical
shutter:
Burst speed (Burst number/maximum recordable pixels)
2 frames/sec (Max. 100 frames/14 M),
5 frames/sec (Max. 100 frames/14 M),
10 frames/sec (Max. 15 frames/14 M)
For electronic
shutter:
40 frames/sec (Max. 50 frames/5 M),
60 frames/sec (Max. 60 frames/3.5 M)
During motion
picture recording:
2 frames/sec (Max. 40 frames/3.5 M),
5 frames/sec (Max. 40 frames/3.5 M),
10 frames/sec (Max. 40 frames/3.5 M)
Minimum
illuminance:
Shutter speed:
Approx. 6 lx (when i-low light is used）
60 seconds to 1/2000th of a second
[STARRY SKY] Mode: 15 seconds, 30 seconds,
60 seconds
Exposure (AE):
Program AE (P)/Aperture-Priority AE (A)/
Shutter-Priority AE (S)/Manual Exposure (M)
Exposure compensation (1/3 EV Step, j2 EV to i2 EV)
Multiple/Center weighted/Spot
Metering mode:
LCD monitor:
3.0q TFT LCD (3:2)
(Approx. 230,000 dots) (field of view ratio about 100%)
Touch panel
Flash:
Flash range: [ISO AUTO]
Approx. 60 cm (1.97 feet) to 7.4 m (24.2 feet) (Wide)
Microphone:
Speaker:
Stereo
Monaural
Recording media:
Built-in Memory (Approx. 40 MB)/SD Memory Card/
SDHC Memory Card/SDXC Memory Card
Recording file format
Still Picture:
JPEG (based on “Design rule for Camera File system”,
based on “Exif 2.3” standard)/DPOF corresponding
Pictures with
audio:
JPEG (based on “Design rule for Camera File system”,
based on “Exif 2.3” standard)r“QuickTime”
Motion pictures
with audio:
AVCHD/QuickTime Motion JPEG
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Interface
Digital:
“USB 2.0” (High Speed)
Analog video/
audio:
NTSC
Audio line output (monaural)
Terminal
[AV OUT/DIGITAL]: Dedicated jack (8 pin)
[HDMI]:
MiniHDMI TypeC
Dimensions:
Approx. 103.5 mm (W)k55.8 mm (H)k24.5 mm (D)
[4.08q (W)k2.20q(H)k0.97q (D)]
(excluding the projecting parts)
Mass (weight):
Approx. 176 g/0.39 lb (with card and battery)
Approx. 155 g/0.34 lb (excluding card and battery)
Operating
temperature:
0 oC to 40 oC (32 oF to 104 oF)
Operating humidity: 10%RH to 80%RH
Language select: [ENGLISH]/[ESPAÑOL]
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Battery Charger
(Panasonic
DE-A59B):
Information for your safety
Input:
110 V to 240 V
4.2 V 0.65 A
50/60 Hz, 0.2 A
Output:
Equipment mobility: Movable
Battery Pack
(lithium-ion)
(Panasonic
DMW-BCF10PP):
Information for your safety
3.6 V/940 mAh
Voltage/capacity:
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Digital Camera Accessory System
Accessory#
Illustration
Description
DMW-BCF10PP
Battery Pack
DMW-AC5PP
DMW-DCC4
AC Adaptor
DC Coupler
RP-CDHM15
RP-CDHM30
HDMI mini Cable
Class 10 64 GB SDXC Memory Card
Class 10 48 GB SDXC Memory Card
Class 10 32 GB SDHC Memory Card
Class 10 16 GB SDHC Memory Card
Class 10 8 GB SDHC Memory Card
Class 10 4 GB SDHC Memory Card
RP-SDW64GU1K
RP-SDW48GU1K
RP-SDW32GU1K
RP-SDW16GU1K
RP-SDW08GU1K
RP-SDW04GU1K
RP-SDP16GU1K
RP-SDP08GU1K
RP-SDP04GU1K
RP-SDP02GU1K
Class 4 16 GB SDHC Memory Card
Class 4 8 GB SDHC Memory Card
Class 4 4 GB SDHC Memory Card
Class 4 2 GB SD Memory Card
RP-SDR08GU1A
RP-SDR04GU1A
RP-SDR02GU1A
Class 2 8 GB SDHC Memory Card
Class 2 4 GB SDHC Memory Card
Class 2 2 GB SD Memory Card
Product numbers correct as of July 2010. These may be subject to change.
¢
The AC Adaptor (optional) can only be used with the designated Panasonic
DC Coupler (optional). The AC adaptor (optional) cannot be used by itself.
• NOTE: Accessories and/or model numbers may vary between countries.
Consult your local dealer.
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Digital Camera Accessory Order Form
Please photocopy this form when placing an order.
1. Digital Camera Model #
2. Items Ordered
Accessory #
Description
Price Each
Quantity
Total Price
Subtotal
Your State & Local Sales Tax
Shipping & Handling
Total Enclosed
6.95
3. Method of payment (check one)
Check of Money Order enclosed (NO C.O.D.SHIPMENTS)
VISA
Credit Card #
MasterCard
Discover
Expiration Date
Customer Signature
Make Check or Money Order to: PANASONIC ACCESSORIES
(Please do not send cash)
4. Shipping information (UPS delivery requires complete street address)
Ship To:
Mr.
Mrs.
Ms.
Phone#:
First
Last
(
)
Day
Street Address
City
(
)
Night
State
Zip
TO OBTAIN ANY OF OUR DIGITAL CAMERA ACCESSORIES YOU CAN DO ANY OF
THE FOLLOWING:
VISIT YOUR LOCAL PANASONIC DEALER
OR
CALL PANASONIC’S ACCESSORY ORDER LINE AT 1-800-332-5368
[6 AM-6 PM M-F, PACIFIC TIME]
OR
MAIL THIS ORDER TO: PANASONIC SERVICE AND TECHNOLOGY COMPANY
ACCESSORY ORDER OFFICE
20421 84th Avenue South Kent, WA. 98032
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Limited Warranty
(ONLY FOR U.S.A. AND PUERTO RICO)
Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company,
Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America
One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, New Jersey 07094
Panasonic Digital Still Camera Products
Limited Warranty
Limited Warranty Coverage (For USA and Puerto Rico Only)
If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or
workmanship, Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company (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)
repair your product with new or refurbished parts, (b) replace it with a new or a
refurbished equivalent value product, or (c) refund your purchase price. The
decision to repair, replace or refund will be made by the warrantor.
Product or Part Name
Digital Still Camera
Parts
1 year
Labor
1 year
CCD
6 months
90 days
SD Memory Cards, Rechargeable
Battery Pack (defective exchange)
90 days
Not Applicable
During the “Labor” warranty period there will be no charge for labor. During the
“Parts” warranty period, there will be no charge for parts. This Limited Warranty
excludes both parts and labor for non-rechargeable batteries, antennas, and
cosmetic parts (cabinet). This warranty only applies to products purchased and
serviced in the United States or Puerto Rico. This warranty is extended only to the
original purchaser of a new product which was not sold “as is”.
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Mail-In Service
For assistance in the U.S.A. and Puerto Rico in obtaining repairs, please ship the
product prepaid to:
Panasonic Exchange Center
4900 George McVay Drive
Suite B
McAllen, TX 78503
panacare@us.panasonic.com
When shipping the unit, carefully pack, include all accessories, and send it
prepaid, adequately insured and preferably in the original carton. If Lithium Ion
batteries are shipped by air the package must be labeled “Contains Lithium Ion
Battery (No lithium metal)”. Damaged batteries are prohibited from shipment by
US Mail. Batteries must be securely packed in a manner to prevent
short-circuiting and a package cannot contain more than 3 Lithium Ion batteries.
Include a letter detailing the complaint, a return address and provide a daytime
phone number where you can be reached. A valid registered receipt is required
under the Limited Warranty.
IF REPAIR IS NEEDED DURING THE WARRANTY PERIOD, THE
PURCHASER WILL BE REQUIRED TO FURNISH A SALES RECEIPT/PROOF
OF PURCHASE INDICATING DATE OF PURCHASE, AMOUNT PAID AND
PLACE OF PURCHASE. CUSTOMER WILL BE CHARGED FOR THE REPAIR
OF ANY UNIT RECEIVED WITHOUT SUCH PROOF OF PURCHASE.
Limited Warranty Limits And Exclusions
This warranty ONLY COVERS failures due to defects in materials or
workmanship, and DOES NOT COVER normal wear and tear or cosmetic
damage. The warranty ALSO DOES NOT COVER damages which occurred in
shipment, or failures which are caused by products not supplied by the warrantor,
or failures which result from accidents, misuse, abuse, neglect, mishandling,
misapplication, alteration, faulty installation, set-up adjustments, misadjustment of
consumer controls, improper maintenance, power line surge, lightning damage,
modification, introduction of sand, humidity or liquids, commercial use such as
hotel, office, restaurant, or other business or rental use of the product, or service
by anyone other than a Factory Service Center or other Authorized Servicer, or
damage that is attributable to acts of God.
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THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES EXCEPT AS LISTED UNDER
“LIMITED WARRANTY COVERAGE”.
THE WARRANTOR IS NOT LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, OR ARISING
OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY.
(As examples, this excludes damages for lost time, travel to and from the servicer,
loss of or damage to media or images, data or other memory or recorded content.
The items listed are not exclusive, but for illustration only.)
ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE WARRANTY
OF MERCHANTABILITY, ARE LIMITED TO THE PERIOD OF THE LIMITED
WARRANTY.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential
damages, or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the exclusions
may not apply to you.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights
which vary from state to state. If a problem with this product develops during or
after the warranty period, you may contact your dealer or Service Center. If the
problem is not handled to your satisfaction, then write to the warrantor's
Consumer Affairs Department at the addresses listed for the warrantor.
PARTS AND SERVICE, WHICH ARE NOT COVERED BY THIS LIMITED
WARRANTY, ARE YOUR RESPONSIBILITY.
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Customer Services Directory (United States and Puerto Rico)
Obtain Product Information and Operating Assistance; locate your nearest
Dealer or Service Center; purchase Parts and Accessories; or make
Customer Service and Literature requests by visiting our Web Site at:
or, contact us via the web at:
You may also contact us directly at:
1-800-211-PANA (7262)
Monday-Friday 9am-9pm, Saturday-Sunday 10am-7pm EST
For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY: 1-877-833-8855
Accessory Purchases (United States and Puerto Rico)
Purchase Parts, Accessories and Instruction Books online for all Panasonic
Products by visiting our Web Site at:
Or, send your request by E-mail to:
You may also contact us directly at:
1-800-332-5368 (Phone) 1-800-237-9080 (Fax Only)
(Monday-Friday 9am-9pm EST)
Panasonic Service and Technology Company
20421 84th Avenue South, Kent, WA 98032
(We accept Visa, MasterCard, Discover Card, American Express, and Personal
Checks)
For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY: 1-866-605-1277
As of November 2009
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• SDXC Logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC.
• The “AVCHD” and the “AVCHD” logo are trademarks of Panasonic
Corporation and Sony Corporation.
• Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
• HDMI, the HDMI Logo, and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are
trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United
States and other countries.
• VIERA Link™ is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation.
• EZ Sync™ is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation.
• HDAVI Control™ is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation.
• QuickTime and the QuickTime logo are trademarks or registered trademarks
of Apple Inc., used under license therefrom.
• Microsoft product screen shot(s) reprinted with permission from Microsoft
Corporation.
•
Other names, company names, and product names printed in these instructions
are trademarks or registered trademarks of the companies concerned.
This product is licensed under the AVC patent portfolio license for the personal
and non-commercial use of a consumer to (i) encode video in compliance with
the AVC Standard (“AVC Video”) and/or (ii) decode AVC Video that was
encoded by a consumer engaged in a personal and non-commercial activity
and/or was obtained from a video provider licensed to provide AVC Video. No
license is granted or shall be implied for any other use. Additional information
Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company,
Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America
One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094
Panasonic Corporation 2010
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