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Owner's Manual for advanced features Digital Camera Model No. DMC-SZ1 DMC-SZ02 DMC-FH8 DMC-SZ1 DMC-SZ02 DMC-FH8 Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely. VQT3Z52 F1211WT0 - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 2
pictures 21 • Fit the strap and hold the camera carefully 21 • Preventing jitter (camera shake) .......21 Basic Selecting the Recording Mode 22 Using the Extended Optical Zoom (EZ)/ Using the Intelligent Zoom/ Using the Digital Zoom 47 Taking Pictures Using the Built-in Flash 49 • Switching to - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 3
117 Troubleshooting 119 • Please note that the actual controls and components, menu items, and other 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 - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 4
be damaged if used in the following conditions. It may also malfunction or image may not record if you: - Drop or hit the camera. - Sit down with the camera in your trousers pocket or forcefully insert it into a full or tight bag, etc. - Attach any items such as accessories to the strap - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 5
camera was purchased. For details on the accessories, refer to Basic Owner's Manual. • Battery Pack is indicated as battery pack or battery in the text. • SD Puerto Rico 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 - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 6
Use Names and Functions of Main Parts 1 Flash (P49) 2 Lens (P4, 113) 3 Self-timer indicator (P53) AF Assist Lamp (P74) (DMC-SZ1) (DMC-SZ02) 1 23 (DMC-FH8) 31 2 4 LCD monitor (P46, 110, 113) 5 [MENU/SET] button (P37) 6 [DISP.] button (P46) 7 [Q.MENU] (P38)/[ ] (Delete/ Cancel) button (P35 - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 7
(P49) (DMC-SZ1) (DMC-SZ02) (DMC-FH8) In this owner's manual, the cursor buttons are described as shown in the figure below or described with 3/4/2/1. e.g.: When you press the 4 (down) button or Press 4 12 Strap eyelet (DMC-SZ1) (DMC-SZ02) • Be sure to attach the strap when using the camera to - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 8
to hear. 16 Camera ON/OFF switch (P19) 17 Zoom lever (P47) 18 Microphone 19 Shutter button (P23, 26) 20 Motion picture button (P29) 21 Tripod receptacle 22 Card/Battery door (P10, 15) 23 Release lever (P10, 15) (DMC-SZ1) (DMC-SZ02) 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 (DMC-FH8) 23 16 17 - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 9
the battery only when it is inserted in the camera. Camera conditions Power off (or [Sleep Mode] (P42) is activated) Power on Charge ≤ -¢ ¢ The camera can be supplied with power from a power ensure that safe products are used, we recommend that a genuine Panasonic battery pack is used. - 9 - - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 10
camera to charge it. • Check that this unit is turned off. Slide the release lever in the direction of the arrow and open the card/battery door. • Always use genuine Panasonic the direction of the arrow. Note • Turn the camera off and wait for the "LUMIX" display on the LCD monitor to clear before - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 11
may cause malfunction.) E Align the marks, and insert. F Charging lamp (Charging from the power outlet) Connect the AC adaptor (supplied) and this camera with the USB connection cable (supplied), and insert the AC adaptor (supplied) into the power outlet. • Use the AC adaptor (supplied) indoors - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 12
.) • The battery becomes warm after using and during and after charging. The camera also becomes warm during use. This is not a malfunction. • The battery can is fully charged. (Since characteristic swelling may occur.) • If a problem occurs in the power outlet, such as a power outage, charging - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 13
(DMC-SZ1) (DMC-SZ02) Number of recordable pictures Recording time Approx. 250 pictures Approx. 125 min (DMC-FH8) 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 - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 14
, such as on ski slopes. - When using [LCD Mode]. - When operations such as flash and zoom are used repeatedly. • When the operating time of the camera becomes extremely short even after properly charging the battery, the life of the battery may have expired. Buy a new battery. - 14 - - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 15
that this unit is turned off. • We recommend using a Panasonic card. Slide the release lever in the direction of the arrow the release lever in the direction of the arrow. Note • Turn the camera off and wait for the "LUMIX" display on the LCD monitor to clear before removing the card. (Otherwise, - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 16
the cards with capacity listed left can be used. ¢ SD Speed Class is the speed standard regarding continuous writing. Check via the label on the card, etc. e.g.: • Please confirm the latest information on the following website. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/ (This site is English only - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 17
disconnect the AC adaptor (supplied). Furthermore, do not subject the camera to vibration, impact or static electricity. The card or the data damaged or lost due to electromagnetic waves, static electricity or breakdown of the camera or the card. We recommend storing important data on a PC etc. - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 18
on the subjects. ∫ Number of recordable pictures • [i99999] is displayed if there are more than 100,000 pictures remaining. (DMC-SZ1) (DMC-SZ02) Picture size 16M (4:3) 5M (4:3) 0.3M (4:3) (DMC-FH8) Built-in Memory (Approx. 70 MB) 11 25 390 2 GB 300 650 10050 32 GB 4910 10620 162960 64 GB 9880 - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 19
Preparation Setting Date/Time (Clock Set) • The clock is not set when the camera is shipped. Slide the REC/PLAY switch to [!] and then turn the camera on. • If the language select screen is not displayed, proceed to step 4. Press [MENU/SET]. Press 3/4 to select the language, and press [MENU/SET]. - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 20
[Text Stamp]. • If the clock is set, the correct date can be printed even if the date is not displayed on the screen of the camera. - 20 - - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 21
the flash, AF assist lamp, microphone, speaker or lens etc. (DMC-SZ1) (DMC-SZ02) (DMC-FH8) A Strap B Flash C Microphone D Speaker E AF assist lamp ∫ Direction Detection Function ([Rotate Disp.]) Pictures recorded with the camera held vertically are played back vertically (rotated). (Only when - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 22
Mode. Press [MENU/SET]. ∫ List of Recording Modes ¦ Intelligent Auto Mode (P23) The subjects are recorded using settings automatically selected by the camera. ! Normal Picture Mode (P26) The subjects are recorded using your own settings. Miniature Effect Mode (P55) This is an imaging effect which - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 23
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. • The following functions are activated automatically. - Scene Detection/Backlight Compensation/Intelligent ISO sensitivity control/Auto White Balance - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 24
automatically detects a person's face, and it will adjust the focus and exposure. (Face Detection) • If a tripod is used, for instance, and the camera has judged that camera shake is minimal when the Scene Mode has been identified as [ ], the shutter speed will be set to a maximum of 8 seconds. Take - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 25
color brightness and vividness. About the flash (P49) • When [ ] is selected or [ ] is set depending on the type of subject and brightness. • When [ ], [ ] is set, Digital Red-Eye Correction is enabled. • Shutter speed will be slower during [ ] or [ ]. - 25 - - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 26
Basic Recording Mode: Taking pictures with your favorite settings (Normal Picture 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 - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 27
after pressing the shutter button halfway. The focus range may change gradually depending on the zoom position. e.g.: Range of focus during the Intelligent Auto Mode (DMC-SZ1) (DMC-SZ02) 5 cm (0.16 feet) W 2 m (6.6 feet) 9 T 1.5 m (4.9 feet) (DMC-FH8) 1 m (3.3 feet) T W 5 cm (0.16 feet) - 27 - - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 28
, and press the shutter button half way to fix the focus and exposure. 2 Press and hold the shutter button half way while moving the camera as you compose the picture. • You can repeatedly retry the actions in step 1 before pressing the shutter button fully. ∫ Subject and recording conditions which - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 29
may also be times when the recorded data is not displayed properly. If you experience such issues, please play back the video on this camera. • For details on MP4 compatible devices, refer to the support sites below. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/ (This Site is English only.) - 29 - - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 30
DMC-FH8) The optical zoom magnification cannot be changed after starting to record motion pictures. However, Intelligent Zoom can be used by setting [i.Resolution] (P70) in the [Rec] menu to [i.ZOOM]. Also, the Digital camera may go on recording for a certain period. Continue to hold the camera - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 31
possible when [Rec Quality] is set to [VGA]. • If you press the shutter button halfway to take a picture while recording a motion picture, the camera will refocus and the refocus movement will be recorded to the motion picture. To prioritize the motion picture image, taking still pictures by fully - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 32
" and with Exif "Exchangeable Image File Format". Files that do not comply with the DCF standard cannot be played back. • Pictures recorded with another camera may not be able to play back on this unit. • The lens barrel retracts about 15 seconds after switching from Recording Mode to Playback Mode - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 33
Basic Displaying Multiple Screens (Multi Playback) Rotate the zoom lever towards [L] (W). A 1 screen>12 screens>30 screens>Calendar screen display A Number of the selected picture and the total number of recorded pictures • Rotate the zoom lever towards [Z] (T) to return to the previous screen. • - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 34
play back the motion pictures recorded by this unit on a PC, use the "PHOTOfunSTUDIO" software on the CD-ROM (supplied). • Motion pictures recorded with other camera may not be able to play back on this unit. • Be careful not to block the speaker of the - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 35
Basic Deleting Pictures Once deleted, pictures cannot be recovered. • Pictures on the built-in memory or the card that are being played back will be deleted. • Pictures that are not in the DCF standard or those that are protected cannot be deleted. To delete a single picture Select the picture to - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 36
When [Delete Multi] is selected) Press [MENU/SET]. • Confirmation screen is displayed. Pictures are deleted by selecting [Yes]. Note • Do not turn the camera off while deleting. Use a battery with sufficient battery power. • Depending on the number of pictures to be deleted, it may take some time to - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 37
and use it more easily. In particular, the [Setup] menu contains some important settings relating to the camera's clock and power. Check the settings of this menu before proceeding to use the camera. Setting menu items Example: In the [Rec] menu, change [AF Mode] from [Ø] ([1-Area]) to [š] ([Face - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 38
or used depending on the modes or menu settings being used on the camera due to the specifications. Using the Quick Menu By using the Quick be adjusted using Quick Menu are determined by the mode or a display style the camera is in. Press [Q.MENU] when recording. Press 3/4/2/1 to select the menu - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 39
Basic About the Setup Menu [Clock Set], [Sleep Mode] and [Auto Review] are important items. Check their settings before using them. For details on how to select the [Setup] menu settings, refer to P37. U [Clock Set] Setting Date/Time. • Refer to P19 for details. [World Time] Set the time in - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 40
travel date is calculated using the date in the clock setting and the travel destination setting. • The travel date setting is memorized even if the camera is turned off. • The number of days that have passed since the departure date is not recorded before the departure date. • [Location] cannot be - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 41
[ ] ([High]) [ ] ([OFF]) [Beep Tone]: [ 1 ]/[ 2 ]/[ 3 ] [Shutter Tone]: [ 1 ]/[ 2 ]/[ 3 ] u [Volume] Adjust the volume of the speaker to any of the 7 levels. • When you connect the camera to a TV, the volume of the TV speakers does not change. Also, when connected, no sound is output from the - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 42
has not been used for the time selected on the setting. p [Sleep Mode] [2MIN.] [5MIN.] [10MIN.] [OFF] • Press the shutter button halfway or turn the camera off and on to cancel [Sleep Mode]. • [Sleep Mode] is set to [5MIN.] in the Intelligent Auto Mode. • [Sleep Mode] does not work in the - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 43
Basic o [Auto Review] Set the length of time that the picture is displayed after taking the still picture. [1SEC.] [2SEC.] [HOLD]: The pictures are displayed until one of the buttons is pressed. [OFF] • [Auto Review] is activated regardless of its setting in the following cases. - When using [ - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 44
a PC or other equipment, format it on the camera again. • It may take longer to format the Service Center. For USA and Puerto Rico 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 - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 45
DEMO [Demo Mode] Basic Displays the amount of jitter the camera has detected. ([Stabilizer Demo.]) The camera's features are displayed as slide shows. ([Auto Demo]) [Stabilizer Demo.]: A Amount of jitter B Amount of jitter after correction AB [Auto Demo]: [ON] [OFF] • The Stabilizer - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 46
Recording Recording About the LCD Monitor Press [DISP.] to change. A LCD monitor • When the menu screen appears, the [DISP.] button is not activated. During Playback Zoom, while playing back motion pictures and during a slide show, you can only select "Normal display H" or "No display J". In - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 47
magnification Optical Zoom (DMC-SZ1) (DMC-SZ02) 10k (DMC-FH8) 5k Extended Optical Zoom (EZ) (DMC-SZ1) (DMC-SZ02) 22.5k¢1 (DMC-FH8) 11.3k¢1 , the greater the deterioration. Conditions [i.Resolution] (P70) on the [Rec] menu [Digital Zoom] (P70) on the [Rec] menu is set to [i.ZOOM]. is set to - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 48
used in the following cases: - In Macro Zoom Mode - In [High Sens.] in Scene Mode - When [Burst] in the [Rec] menu is set to [ ] or [ ] • [Digital Zoom] cannot be used in the following cases: - In Intelligent Auto Mode - In Miniature Effect Mode - In [High Sens.] or [Photo Frame] in Scene Mode - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 49
Recording Applicable modes: 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 the item and then press [MENU/SET]. Item - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 50
flash setting may change if the Recording Mode is changed. Set the flash setting again if necessary. • The flash setting is memorized even if the camera is turned off. However, the Scene Mode flash setting is reset to the initial setting when the Scene Mode is changed. • Flash will not be - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 51
Wide In [ ] in [Sensitivity] 60 cm (2.0 feet) to 5.6 m (18 feet) (DMC-FH8) In [ ] in [Sensitivity] Wide 40 cm (1.3 feet) to 5.6 m (18 feet) When the Optical Image Stabilizer is set to [OFF]. - When the camera has determined that there is very little jitter when the Optical Image Stabilizer - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 52
then further enlarge when taking the picture. You can take a picture with the Digital Zoom up to 3k [ ] ([Macro Zoom]) while maintaining the distance to Macro Mode gives priority to a subject close to the camera. Therefore, if the distance between the camera and the subject is far, it takes longer to - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 53
-SZ1) (DMC-SZ02) (DMC-FH8) Note • When you press the shutter button once fully, the subject is automatically focused just before recording. In dark places, the Self-timer indicator will blink and then may turn on brightly, operating as an AF Assist Lamp to allow the camera to focus on the subject - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 54
indicating the amount of exposure. The EV changes with the aperture value or the shutter speed. • The set exposure value is memorized even if the camera is turned off. • The compensation range of the exposure will be limited depending on the brightness of the subject. - 54 - - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 55
Recording Recording Mode: Record pictures that look like dioramas (Miniature Effect Mode) By creating areas that are blurred and areas that are not, the picture will look like that of a miniature model. Motion pictures can also be recorded with diorama effects that appear to be played back in fast - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 56
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/PLAY switch to [!], and then press [MODE]. Press 3/4/2/1 to - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 57
Recording [Portrait] When taking pictures of people outdoors during the daytime, this mode allows you to improve the appearance 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. 2 Move close - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 58
4 Press the shutter button fully and record a picture while moving the camera in a small circle in the direction selected in Step 1. ∫ Technique for , or the recorded panorama picture may become narrower (smaller) E Move the camera towards the edge of the range you wish to record. (The edge of - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 59
Recording Note • The zoom position is fixed to Wide. • The focus, white balance, and exposure are fixed at the optimum values for the first picture. As a result, if the focus or brightness changes substantially during recording, the entire panorama picture may not be recorded at the suitable focus - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 60
Recording [Sports] Setting for when you want to take pictures of sports scenes or other fast-moving events. Note • Shutter speed may slow down for up to 1 second. • This mode is suitable for taking pictures of subjects at distances of 5 m (16 feet) or more. [Night Portrait] This allows you to take - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 61
Recording [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 - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 62
(1:1). [Glass Through] This mode is ideal for taking pictures of scenery and other landscapes through clear glass, such as in vehicles or buildings. Note • The camera may focus on the glass if it is dirty or has dust on it. • The pictures taken may not look natural if the glass is - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 63
Recording Recording Entering Text It is possible to enter babies' and pets' names and the names of travel destinations when recording. (Only alphabetical characters and symbols can be entered.) Display the entry screen. • You can display the entry screen via the following operations. - [Name] of [ - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 64
4608k2592 3456k3456 ¢ This item cannot be set in the Intelligent Auto Mode. X : Y : W : Aspect ratio of a 4:3 TV Aspect ratio of a 35 mm film camera Aspect ratio of a high-definition TV, etc. : Square aspect ratio Note • In specific modes, Extended Optical Zoom cannot be used, and the picture - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 65
100] When it is light (outdoors) Slow Less Increased [1600] When it is dark Fast Increased Less ∫ About [ ] (Intelligent ISO sensitivity control) The camera detects movement of the subject and then automatically sets the optimum ISO sensitivity and shutter speed to suit the movement of the subject - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 66
Value set by using [Ó] [Ó] ([White Set Setting]) Set manually Note • Under fluorescent lighting, LED lighting fixture etc., the so use [AWB] or [Ó]. • The White Balance setting is memorized even if the camera is turned off. (However, the White Balance setting for a Scene Mode returns to - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 67
bulb 8 Sunrise and sunset 9 Candlelight KlKelvin Color Temperature Setting the White Balance manually Set the White Balance value. Use to match the condition when taking photographs. 1 Select [Ó] and then press [MENU/SET]. 2 Aim the camera at a sheet of white paper etc. so that the frame in the - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 68
etc. - When the face appears small on the screen - When there is rapid movement - When the subject is not a human being - When the camera is shaking - When Digital Zoom is used • If the camera is registering something other than someone's face, change the settings to something other than [š]. - 68 - - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 69
- When jitter is occurring - When using the zoom • When the lock fails, the AF tracking frame will turn red and then disappear. Press 4 again. • The camera records pictures with [AF Mode] as [Ø] when locked or Dynamic Tracking is not working. - 69 - - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 70
zoom magnification increased to 2 times while limiting deterioration of the picture. - Note • Refer to P47 for information about the Intelligent Zoom. [Digital Zoom] Applicable modes: This can enlarge subjects even more than the Optical Zoom, Extended Optical Zoom, or [i.ZOOM]. Settings: [ON]/[OFF - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 71
[Burst] Recording Applicable modes: Pictures are taken continuously while the shutter button is pressed. Settings [˜] ([Burst On]) [] ([Hi-Speed Burst]) [] ([Flash Burst]) [OFF] Description of settings Burst speed approx. 1.3 pictures/second • You can take pictures until the capacity of the - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 72
Recording Note • Burst Mode is not canceled when the camera is switched off. • If you take pictures in Burst Mode with the built-in memory, it will take time to write the picture data. • The - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 73
[Color Mode] Recording Applicable modes: Sets various color effects, including making the picture sharper, brighter, or applying a sepia tone. Settings [STANDARD] [Happy]¢1 [VIVID]¢2 Description of settings This is the standard setting. Image with enhanced brightness and vividness. The picture - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 74
[Sunset], and [Glass Through] in Scene Mode. (DMC-SZ1) (DMC-SZ02) (DMC-FH8) [Red-Eye Removal] Applicable modes: When Red-Eye Reduction ([ ], [ ]) is selected, Digital Red-Eye Correction is performed whenever the flash is used. The camera automatically detects red-eye and corrects the picture - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 75
stabilizer function may not be effective in the following cases. Be careful of camera jitter when you press the shutter button. - When there is a lot of jitter. - When the zoom magnification is high. - In Digital Zoom range. - When taking pictures while following a moving subject. - When the shutter - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 76
Recording Using the [Motion Picture] Menu For details on [Motion Picture] menu settings, refer to P37. In [Panorama Shot] in Scene Mode, the [Motion Picture] menu will not be displayed. [Rec Quality] Applicable modes: This sets up the picture quality of motion pictures. Settings [HD] [VGA] - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 77
Playback/Editing Playback/Editing Various methods of playback You can play back the recorded pictures in various methods. Slide the REC/PLAY switch to [(], and then press [MODE]. Press 3/4/2/1 to select item, and then press [MENU/SET]. • Following items can be selected. [ ] ([Normal Play]) (P32) [ ] - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 78
category, or play back only those pictures you have set as favorites as a slide show. This playback method is recommended when you have connected the camera to a TV set to view the pictures you have taken. Select the group to play back by pressing 3/4, and then press [MENU/SET]. • During [Category - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 79
Playback/Editing ∫ Changing the slide show settings You can change the settings for Slide Show Playback by selecting [Effect] or [Setup] on the slide show menu screen. [Effect] This allows you to select the screen effects or music effects when switching from one picture to the next. [NATURAL], [ - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 80
Playback/Editing [Filtering Play] The images sorted into the category or images set as favorite are played back. Settings [Category Selection] Description of settings This mode allows you to search images by Scene Mode or other categories (such as [Portrait], [Scenery] or [Night Scenery]) and - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 81
recorded on that day is displayed. • You can display the calendar between January 2000 and December 2099. • If the date is not set in the camera, the recording date is set as January 1st, 2012. • If you take pictures after setting the travel destination in [World Time], the pictures are displayed - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 82
-SZ02) Press 2/1 to select a picture, and then press 3. Press [MENU/SET]. • Confirmation screen is displayed. It is executed when [Yes] is selected. (DMC-FH8) Press 2/1 to select a picture, and then press 3. Press 3/4 to select [Auto Retouch], and then press [MENU/SET]. Press 3/4 to select [ON], and - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 83
Playback/Editing [Beauty Retouch] (DMC-FH8) Apply effects similar to that of aesthetics or makeup to brighten up any face. • With [Beauty Retouch], a new edited picture is created. Check that there - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 84
Playback/Editing After finishing the picture editing, press [MENU/SET]. • Confirmation screen is displayed. Selecting [Yes] displays images before application and after application. Press [MENU/SET]. • Confirmation screen is displayed. It is executed when [Yes] is selected. Note • [Beauty Retouch] - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 85
Playback/Editing Using the [Playback] Menu You can set up pictures to be uploaded to image sharing sites and perform actions like cropping recorded pictures, as well as set up the protection of recorded images, etc. • With [Text Stamp], [Resize] or [Cropping], a new edited picture is created. A new - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 86
Editing ∫ Upload to the image sharing sites An upload tool built into the camera, "LUMIX Image Uploader," is automatically copied to the card when you set up [Upload Set]. Perform the upload operation after connecting the camera to a PC (P102). For details, refer to P104. ∫ Canceling all the [Upload - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 87
Playback/Editing [Text Stamp] You can stamp the recording date/time, name, location or travel date onto the recorded pictures. Select [Text Stamp] on the [Playback] menu. (P37) Press 3/4 to select [SINGLE] or [MULTI] and then press [MENU/SET]. Select the picture, and then press [MENU/SET] to set. - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 88
Press [ ]. Playback/Editing Press 3 to select [OK], and then press [MENU/SET]. • Confirmation screen is displayed. It is executed when [Yes] is selected. Exit the menu after it is executed. Note • When you print pictures stamped with text, the date will be printed over the stamped text if you - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 89
Playback/Editing [Video Divide] Recorded motion picture can be divided in two. It is recommended for when you want to divide a part you need with a part you do not need. It cannot be restored once divided. Select [Video Divide] on the [Playback] menu. (P37) Press 2/1 to select the motion picture to - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 90
Playback/Editing [Resize] To allow easy posting to web pages, attachment to email etc., picture size (number of pixels) is reduced. Select [Resize] on the [Playback] menu. (P37) Press 3/4 to select [SINGLE] or [MULTI] and then press [MENU/SET]. Select the picture and size. [SINGLE] setting 1 Press - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 91
Playback/Editing [Cropping] You can enlarge and then clip the important part of the recorded picture. Select [Cropping] on the [Playback] menu. (P37) Press 2/1 to select the picture, and then press [MENU/SET]. Use the zoom lever and press 3/4/2/1 to select the parts to be cropped. Zoom lever (T): - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 92
Playback/Editing [Favorite] You can do the following if a mark has been added to pictures and they have been set as favorites. • Play back only the pictures set as favorites. ([Favorite] in [Filtering Play]) • Play back the pictures set as favorites only as a Slide Show. • Delete all the pictures - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 93
Playback/Editing [Print Set] DPOF "Digital Print Order Format" is a system that allows in memory, copy them to a card (P96) and then set the print setting. For more information visit: http://panasonic.jp/dc/dpof_110/white_e.htm Select [Print Set] on the [Playback] menu. (P37) Press 3/4 to select - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 94
not be printed even if you set to print the date. For further information, ask at your photo printing store or refer to the operating instructions for the printer. • The date cannot be printed on pictures with date or text stamped. Note • The number of prints can be set from 0 to - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 95
Playback/Editing [Protect] You can set protection for pictures you do not want to be deleted by mistake. Select [Protect] on the [Playback] menu. (P37) Press 3/4 to select [SINGLE] or [MULTI] and then press [MENU/ SET]. Select the picture, and then press [MENU/SET]. • The settings are canceled - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 96
time. [ ] ([SD>IN]): One picture at a time is copied from the card to the built-in memory. Press 2/1 to select the picture and then press [MENU/SET]. • Confirmation screen is displayed. It is executed when [Yes] is selected. Exit the menu after it is executed. • Do not turn the camera off at - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 97
the supplied one. • (DMC-SZ02) (DMC-FH8) Always use a genuine Panasonic AV cable (DMW-AVC1: optional). A Yellow: to the video input socket B White: to the audio input socket C AV cable D Align the marks, and insert. Turn the TV on and select external input. Turn the camera on and then slide the - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 98
Here are a few suggestions. Copy by inserting the SD card into the recorder Panasonic devices compatible with the respective file format (such as the images. For details on compatible devices, refer to the support sites below. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/ (This Site is English only.) ¢ - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 99
[4:3] before starting a copy. The image will be vertically long if you play back motion pictures copied with [16:9] setting on a [4:3] aspect TV. • See the operating instructions for the recording equipment regarding the details of copying and playing back. - 99 - - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 100
camera in their various formats to your computer. 1 Install "PHOTOfunSTUDIO" to the PC. • Read the separate "Basic Owner's Manual" camera, refer to "Loading still pictures or motion pictures" (P102). 3 Copy the images to a PC using "PHOTOfunSTUDIO". • For details, refer to the operating instructions - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 101
and the PC. • Some PCs can read directly from the card removed from the camera. For details, refer to the operating instructions of your PC. • If the computer being used does not support SDXC Memory Cards, a message prompting you to format may appear. (Doing so will cause recorded images to be - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 102
onto a different folder in the PC. Note • Use a battery with sufficient battery power. If the remaining battery power becomes low while the camera and the PC are communicating, the alarm beeps. Refer to "Disconnecting the USB connection cable safely" (P103) before disconnecting the USB connection - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 103
For Upload set LUMIXUP.EXE Upload tool "LUMIX Image Uploader" ¢ Cannot be created in DMC-XXX] (XXX varies by model). • Depending on your PC's settings, this icon may not be displayed. • If the icon is not displayed, check that [Access] is not displayed on the LCD monitor of the digital camera - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 104
Windows 7. • For details, refer to the operating instructions of "LUMIX Image Uploader" (PDF). Preparations: Setup the images YouTube and Facebook services. Service contents or screen may be modified without notice. (This service is as camera includes a GPS function. Check this information before uploading - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 105
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. • Some printers can print directly from the card removed from the camera. For details, refer to the operating - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 106
Connecting to other equipment Selecting a single picture and printing it Press 2/1 to select the picture and then press PictBridge 1/11 [MENU/SET]. 100 _ 0001 Press 3 to select [Print start] and then press [MENU/SET]. • Refer to P107 for the items which can be set before starting to print the - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 107
want to print pictures in a paper size or a layout which is not supported by the camera, set [Paper Size] or [Page Layout] to [{] and then set the paper size or the layout on the printer. (For details, refer to the operating instructions - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 108
.6 mm 210 mmk297 mm 297 mmk420 mm 100 mmk150 mm 101.6 mmk152.4 mm 203.2 mmk254 mm 216 mmk279.4 mm 54 mmk85.6 mm • Paper sizes not supported by the printer will not be displayed. - 108 - - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 109
• An item cannot be selected if the printer does not support the page layout. ∫ Layout printing When printing a picture several for each of the 4 pictures. Note • The camera is receiving an error message from the printer when printing, make sure there are no problems with the printer. • If the - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 110
Others Screen Display ∫ In recording Others 1 2 34567 8 26 11 25 24 23 22 3s 21 B&W 9 10 11 12 13 20 ISO F3.1 1/60 14 19 18 17 16 15 1 Recording Mode 2 Recording Quality (P76) Picture Size (P64) : Backlight Compensation (P24) 3 Flash Mode (P49) 4 Optical Image Stabilizer (P75) : - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 111
Mode (P77) 2 Protected picture (P95) 3 Favorite (P92) 4 Date/Text stamped display (P75, 87) 5 Color Mode (P73) 6 After Auto Retouch (P82) 7 (DMC-FH8) After Beauty Retouch (P83) 8 Picture Size (P64) 9 Battery indication (P12) 10 Picture number Total pictures Elapsed playback time¢ (P34): 8m30s 11 - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 112
the cables supplied with them. Do not extend the cords or the cables. Do not spray the camera with insecticides or volatile chemicals. • If the camera is sprayed with such chemicals, the body of the camera may be damaged and the surface finish may peel off. • Do not keep rubber or plastic products - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 113
solvents such as benzine, thinner, alcohol, kitchen detergents, etc., to clean the camera, since it may deteriorate the external case or the coating may peel off. • When using a chemical cloth, be sure to follow the accompanying instructions. About the LCD monitor • Do not press the LCD monitor with - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 114
drop the battery accidentally, check to see if the body of the battery and the terminals are damaged. • Inserting a damaged battery in the camera will damage the camera. Bring charged spare batteries when going out. • Be aware that the operating time of the battery becomes shorter in low temperature - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 115
malfunction, repair, or other handlings. Please note in advance that Panasonic is not liable in any way for any direct or indirect damage to factory default when camera is repaired. • Please contact the dealer where you purchased the camera or your nearest Service Center if above operations are - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 116
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 camera is attached too tightly to the tripod or unipod. • Read the operating instructions for the tripod or unipod carefully. • (DMC-FH8) - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 117
-in memory on a PC. > Format the built-in memory on the camera again. (P44) The data on the built-in memory will be deleted. [Memory card error. This card cannot be used in this camera. Format this card?] • It is a format that cannot be used with this unit. - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 118
not operating properly. > Turn the camera off and on. If the message persists, contact the dealer or your nearest Service Center. [Memory Card Error]/[Memory card parameter error]/[This memory card cannot be used] > Use a card compatible with this unit. (P16) - SD Memory Card (8 MB to 2 GB) - SDHC - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 119
Others Troubleshooting First, try out the following procedures (P119-127). If the problem is not resolved, it may be there is dirt, e.g. fingerprints on the lens. > If the lens is dirty, turn on the camera, eject the lens barrel and gently wipe the lens surface with a soft, dry cloth. The recorded - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 120
the Recording Mode. > Set to the proper mode for the distance to the subject. • The subject is beyond the focus range of the camera. (P27) • There is camera shake (jitter) or the subject is moving slightly. (P21) The recorded picture is blurred. The Optical Image Stabilizer is not effective. > The - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 121
recording stops in the middle. • Use a card with SD Speed Class with "Class 4" or higher when recording motion there is a lot of camera shake in the recording direction while moving the camera, recording ends. > When recording with [Panorama Shot], move the camera by trying to trace a small - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 122
affect the recorded pictures. • This phenomenon also appears when the brightness changes when the camera is zoomed or when the camera is moved. This is because of operation of the automatic aperture of the camera, and it is not a malfunction. The LCD monitor flickers indoors. • The LCD monitor may - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 123
black. • Is this a non-standard picture, a picture which has been edited using a PC or a picture which was taken by another maker of digital cameras? • 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 - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 124
that the number of round spots and their position differ in every picture. Red part of the recorded image has changed color to black. • When Digital Red-Eye Correction ([ ], [ ]) is in operation, if you take a picture of a subject with red color surrounded by a skin tone color, that red part may be - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 125
it again while the card is inserted in the camera. > If there are two or more USB terminal your PC is compatible with SDXC memory cards. http://panasonic.net/avc/sdcard/information/SDXC.html > A message prompting after turning off the power. There is a problem trying to upload to YouTube or Facebook. - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 126
correctly. > Please use a printer that supports panorama pictures. (For details, refer to the operating instructions for the printer.) > We recommend using the not a malfunction. The clock is reset. • If you do not use the camera for a long time, the clock may be reset. > [Please set the clock] message will - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 127
stop temporarily. This is not a malfunction. Zoom does not go up to maximum magnification. • Is the camera set to Macro Zoom Mode? (P52) Maximum zoom during Macro Zoom Mode is 3k digital zoom. The file numbers are not recorded consecutively. • When you perform an operation after taking a certain - Panasonic DMCFH8 | DMCFH8 User Guide - Page 128
• SDXC Logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC. • QuickTime and the QuickTime logo are trademarks or registered of DynaComware Taiwan Inc. • Other names of systems and products mentioned in these instructions are usually the registered trademarks or trademarks of the manufacturers who developed the system
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Owner’s Manual
for advanced features
Digital Camera
Model No.
DMC-SZ1
DMC-SZ02
DMC-FH8
VQT3Z52
F1211WT0
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product,
please read the instructions completely.
DMC-SZ1
DMC-SZ02
DMC-FH8