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    Owner's Manual for advanced features Digital Camera Model No. DMC-LZ30 Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and save this manual for future use. Register online at www.panasonic.com/register (U.S. customers only) VQT4V99 M0113KZ0
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    Contents Before use Before use...6 Standard Accessories...8 Names and Functions of Main Parts 9 Cursor button...11 Attaching the lens cap/shoulder strap 12 Attaching the lens cap ...12 Attaching the shoulder strap...13 Preparations About the batteries...14 Inserting and removing the batteries 15
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    pictures with self-timer 62 Taking pictures with Exposure Compensation 63 [Auto Bracket]...64 Determining aperture and shutter speed and recording [Manual Exposure] Mode 65 Taking Pictures with different picture effects [Creative Control] mode 66 [Expressive]...67 [Retro]...67 [High Key]...67
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    the [Rec] menu...80 [Picture Size]...80 [Quality]...81 [Sensitivity]...81 [White Balance]...82 [AF Mode]...84 [Metering Mode]...85 [i.Exposure]...86 [Digital Zoom]...86 [Burst]...87 [Color Mode]...88 [AF Assist Lamp]...88 [Red-Eye Removal]...89 [Stabilizer]...89 [Date Stamp]...90 [Clock Set]...90
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    pictures 107 Printing...109 Printing multiple pictures...110 Making print settings on the camera 111 Printing with date and text...112 Others List of LCD monitor displays 113 Message displays...115 Q&A Troubleshooting 117 Usage cautions and notes 123 ■■How to read this document ●●Recording
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    LCD monitor ••When carrying or using the playback feature, ensure that the lens is in the stored position, with lens cap on. The camera is not dust resistant, splash resistant, or waterproof. Avoid using the camera in places with excessive dust or sand, or where water can come into contact with the
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    sure that pictures and sound record correctly. ■■No compensation for missed shots We cannot compensate for missed shots if technical problems with the camera or card prevent recording. ■■Carefully observe copyright laws Unauthorized use of recordings that contain works with copyright for purposes
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    the country or area where the camera was purchased. For details on the accessories, refer to Basic Owner's Manual. ●●LR6/AA alkaline batteries or and 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) for
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    is displayed. (→45) In the playback mode: Pictures are deleted. (→41) During menu operations: Previous screen is restored. (→43) ●●The illustrations and screens in this manual may differ from the actual product. - 9 - VQT4V99
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    Parts 10 Flash open button (→55) 11 Shoulder strap eyelet (→13) 12 Lens barrel 13 Speaker (→46) 14 [AV OUT/DIGITAL] socket 12 13 14 [AV OUT/DIGITAL] socket (→102, 107, 109) ●●Some methods of holding the camera may block the speaker, making it difficult to hear the beep, etc. - 10 - VQT4V99
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    19 Motion picture button (→27, 35) Record motion pictures. 20 Camera [ON/OFF] button (→24, 26) Use this to turn the camera on and off. 21 Tripod Mount (→127) Do not attach Down cursor button ( ) •• Macro Mode etc. (→59) ●●In this manual, the button that is used is indicated by . - 11 - VQT4V99
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    . Pass the lens cap string through the shoulder strap eyelet on the camera body ••Attach the lens cap string before attaching the shoulder strap. ••Pass around this unit. ●●Make sure to detach the lens cap when turning on the camera. ●●Be careful not to lose the lens cap. ●●Be careful that the lens
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    through the shoulder strap eyelet on the camera body ••Attach the shoulder strap so that the "LUMIX" Logo is on the outside. Shoulder shoulder strap correctly. ●●Check that the shoulder strap is firmly attached to the camera. ●●Use the shoulder strap around your shoulder. ••Do not wrap the strap
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    used with this unit. ●●EVOLTA (EVOIA) batteries (Panasonic battery) can also be used. ●●The following batteries cannot problems may occur: ••Battery leakage ••Incorrect display of remaining battery power ••Failure to turn on camera ••Damage to data written to built-in memory or card ••Other troubles
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    Inserting and removing the batteries Move the release lever to the [OPEN] position ( ) and slide the card/battery door in the direction ( ) to open it Insert the batteries all the way with correct orientation of and poles Close the card/battery door and slide the door in until you hear a locking
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    batteries in your hand. Be careful not to drop them. ●●To remove the batteries, turn the camera off and wait until the LUMIX indicator on the LCD monitor goes off. (Failure to wait may cause the camera to malfunction and may damage the card or recorded data.) ●●Be sure to remove the batteries
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    AE] Mode •• Starting recording 30 seconds after the •• Temperature: 23 °C (73.4 °F)/Humidity: camera is turned on (when the Image 50%RH when LCD monitor is on. Stabilizer function is set to [ON]). •• Using a Panasonic SD Memory Card (32 MB). •• Recording once every 30 seconds with full flash
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    you can actually record when repeatedly turning the camera on and off, starting and stopping recording and using zoom. ■■Viewing pictures Playback time Supplied batteries or optional Panasonic alkaline batteries Approx. 430 min Fully-charged Panasonic Ni-MH batteries (optional, when the battery
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    capacity is 1900 mAh) [HD] Approx. 240 min Approx. 120 min ■■Viewing pictures Playback time Supplied batteries or optional Panasonic alkaline batteries Approx. 340 min Fully-charged Panasonic Ni-MH batteries (optional, when the battery capacity is 1900 mAh) Approx. 540 min - 19 - VQT4V99
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    Inserting and removing the card (optional) Turn off the camera. Move the release lever to the [OPEN] position ( ) and slide the card/battery door in the direction ( ) to open it Insert the card all the
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    optional) ●●Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children to prevent swallowing. ●●To remove the card, turn the camera off and wait until the LUMIX indicator on the LCD monitor goes off. (Failure to wait may cause the camera to malfunction and may damage the card or recorded data.) - 21 - VQT4V99
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    SDXC Memory Cards, check that your computer and other devices support this type of card. http://panasonic.net/avc/sdcard/information/SDXC.html •• Only the cards to perform the operation again. ●●Please reformat the card with this camera if it has already been formatted with a computer or another
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    About built-in memory/cards Recording capacity guidelines (pictures/recording time) The number of pictures you can take and the recording time vary in proportion to card capacity (and depending on recording conditions and type of card). Estimated remaining pictures or recording time capacity (press
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    is shipped. ••Make sure to detach the lens cap when turning on the camera. Press the Camera [ON/OFF] button The camera is turned on. If the language select screen is not displayed, proceed to step . Cursor button / [MENU/SET] Press [MENU/SET] while the message is
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    ] menu or [Rec] menu to change the current time settings. ••If approximately 2 hours have elapsed after installing the batteries with sufficient power in the camera, the clock settings will be retained for about 120 hours even if the batteries are removed. Select [Clock Set] from the [Setup] menu or
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    OFF] button 1 Camera [ON/OFF] button Set to the desired recording mode Align the mode dial correctly to the mode that you want to use. → [Intelligent Auto] Mode Take pictures with automatic settings. (→29) 2 [Program AE] Mode Take pictures with your own settings. (→33) [Manual Exposure] Mode
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    picture button to start recording P ress the motion picture button again to finish recording Motion picture button 3 ■■Holding the camera Flash (→55) AF Assist Lamp ••To avoid camera shake, hold it with both hands keeping your arms close to your body while standing with your feet slightly
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    or panorama pictures ■■Taking pictures once again ••Press Playback button to enter the recording mode Turn off the camera (Press the Camera [ON/OFF] button) 6 ■■To turn on the camera in Playback Mode Press and hold the playback button. ••Pictures on the card or built-in memory are displayed
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    from information such as "face", "movement", "brightness", and "distance" just by pointing the camera at the subject, meaning that clear pictures can be taken without the need to make settings manually. Set to ([Intelligent Auto] Mode) Take a picture Press halfway (press lightly to focus
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    is selected, the shutter speed is reduced. Automatic Scene Detection Camera reads scene when pointed at subject, and makes optimum settings the same subject. ●●If desired scene type is not selected, we recommend manually selecting the appropriate scene mode. ●●When or is detected, Face Detection is
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    Taking pictures with automatic settings [Intelligent Auto] Mode [AF Tracking] This function enables the camera to continue to focus on the subject and adjust the exposure of the subject even when the subject is moving. Press to set AF Mode
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    -focusing) when face cannot be recognized [Motion Picture] menu ••[Continuous AF]: [ON] ●●The following functions cannot be used: [Histogram] [Video Rec Area] [Exposure] [Auto Bracket] [Digital Zoom] - 32 - VQT4V99
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    Taking pictures with your own settings [Program AE] Mode Recording mode: Using the [Rec] menu to change settings and set up your own recording environment. Set to ([Program AE] Mode) Take a picture Press halfway (press lightly to focus) Press fully (press the button all the way to record) ●●If a
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    beep sounds when focus is not aligned. Use the focus range displayed in red as a reference. (→60) Even if the focus display is lit, the camera may be unable to bring the subject into focus if it is out of range. ●●The AF area display may be larger depending on recording
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    time Remaining recording time (approx.) ●●Immediately release the motion picture button after pressing it. ●●You can use digital zoom even while recording motion pictures. ••Set the [Digital Zoom] to [ON] beforehand. (→54) Press the motion picture button again to end recording - 35 - (Continued on
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    data is repeatedly recorded and deleted, the total available recording time on the SD card may be reduced. To restore the original capacity, use the camera to format the SD card. Be sure to save all important data to your computer or other media before formatting, as all data saved to
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    quickly scroll forwards/ backwards. View pictures Folder/File number Picture number/Total pictures ●●It may not be possible to view pictures on this camera that were previously edited on a computer. ●●After pressing the Playback button and switching it into the playback mode, the lens barrel will
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    Viewing your pictures [Normal Play] Zooming in and viewing "Playback Zoom" Move to T side Current zoom position 1x 2x 4x 8x 16x Move to T side Move to W side ••Move zoom position → ●●Playback zoom cannot be used during motion picture playback. Viewing a list of pictures "Multi Playback"
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    Viewing your pictures [Normal Play] Searching pictures by their recording date "Calendar" Move to W side Selected date 1-picture screen 12-picture screen 30-picture screen Calendar screen Move to W side Move to T side ••When you select a recording date using the cursor button and press [
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    paused) Stop ••Volume can be adjusted with the zoom lever. ●●It may not be possible to properly play back the motion pictures recorded using other cameras. ●●Motion pictures can be viewed on your computer using "PHOTOfunSTUDIO" on the supplied CD-ROM. - 40 - VQT4V99
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    displayed picture ••A confirmation screen is displayed. Select [Yes] with cursor button and then press [MENU/SET]. ●●Do not turn off the camera during deletion. ●●Use batteries with sufficient power. ●●Pictures cannot be deleted in the following cases: ••Protected pictures ••Card switch is in
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    Deleting pictures To delete multiple (up to 50)/To delete all pictures Press [ ] while viewing a picture Use to select [Delete Multi]/[Delete All] and press [MENU/SET] ■■[Delete Multi] Use cursor button to select picture and press [DISP.] button ••To cancel → Press [DISP.] button again. ••To execute
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    also be selected with the zoom lever. : Menu description : Menu items : Operation guide Press to select a setting, and then press [MENU/SET] The selected setting is time you press the button. ●●The operation screen examples in this manual may differ from the actual screen display or some parts of
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    can select the picture quality, etc. [Setup] menu Making the camera more convenient to use (→46) ••Enables you to specify clock settings, sound volume, and so on to make the camera easier to use. [Playback Mode] menu (In playback mode only) Viewing
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    Setting the menu Using Quick menu During recording, you can easily call some of the menu items and set them. Press [Q.MENU] button Press to select a menu item Press to select the settings Press [MENU/SET] ●●The menu items and setting items that are displayed differ depending on the recording mode.
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    Adjust volume of sound from speakers (7 levels). [0] / [1] / [2] / [3] / [4] / [5] / [6] ••Cannot be used to adjust TV speaker volume when connected to TV. Also, the camera speaker will not emit any sound. [Monitor Display] Adjust brightness and color of the LCD monitor. It is suggested to use the
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    Monitor Luminance] Make LCD monitor easier to see. [Auto Power Monitor]: The brightness is adjusted automatically depending on how bright it is around the camera. [Power Monitor]: Makes screen brighter than normal (for outdoor use). [High Angle]: Makes the LCD monitor screen easier to see when the
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    Using the [Setup] menu ••For details about the setting procedure in the [Setup] menu (→43) Item [Histogram] Check brightness in picture on graph. [Video Rec Area] Enables verification of the recordable area for a motion picture before recording. Settings, notes [ON] / [OFF] A peak in the center
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    / [10MIN.] / [OFF]: Automatically shut off the camera while not in use. ••To restore → Press the Camera [ON/OFF] button. ••Cannot be used in the following monitor display during recording to minimize battery consumption (except for the Digital Zoom area). Note, however, that there is no effect on
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    in [Baby] Scene Mode is also reset. ••Folder numbers and clock settings will not be reset. [Output] Change the settings to be used when the camera is connected to a TV or other device. [Video Out] (DMC-LZ30PU only.) [NTSC] / [PAL] [TV Aspect] / - 50 - VQT4V99
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    data will be deleted. ••Do not turn off the camera or perform other operations during formatting. ••Formatting the built-in memory may take several minutes. ••If the card cannot be formatted, please try another card before contacting Panasonic. For USA and Puerto Rico assistance, please call: 1-800
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    display ■■In Recording Mode Recording information, Recording information, Number of recordable Available recording pictures* time* No display Guide lines* ■■In Playback Mode Picture information Recording information* No display * Set [Histogram] to display a histogram. (→48) ●●During
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    ) When Extended optical zoom is set Optical Zoom range Focus range Zoom ratio Digital Zoom range Zoom bar ●●Adjust the focus after adjusting the zoom. ●●Do not zoom bar displayed on the screen are estimates. ●●The camera may make a rattling noise and vibrate when the zoom lever is operated - this is
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    Zoom] Zoom 4x further than Optical/Extended optical zoom. Note that, with Digital Zoom, enlarging will decrease picture quality. Set the [Digital Zoom] in the [Rec] menu to [ON]. (→86) ●●Digital Zoom cannot be used in the following cases: ••[Intelligent Auto] Mode ••Scene Modes ([Panorama Shot
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    Taking pictures with flash Recording mode: Flash open button ■■To open the flash Press ••Be sure to close the flash when not in use. ■■To close the flash Press the flash until it clicks. ••The flash setting is fixed to [Forced Flash Off] while the flash is closed. ●●Be careful not to catch a
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    Taking pictures with flash Press to display [Flash] Use cursor button to select the desired type and press [MENU/ SET] Type, operations Uses [Auto] ∗1 •• Automatically judges when to use flash Normal use [Auto/Red-Eye]∗2 •• Automatically judges when to use flash (reduces red-eye) [Forced
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    -eye reduction varies depending on the subject and is affected by factors such as distance to the subject, whether the subject is looking at the camera during preliminary flash, and so on. In some cases, the effect of red-eye reduction may be negligible. ●●Do not put your hands over the
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    Taking pictures with flash ■■Available types in each mode (○: Available, -: Not available, : Default setting) [Scene Mode] ○∗1 ○ ○ ○ ○ - ○ ○ ○ - ○ ○ ○ - - - ○ - - ○ ○ ○ ○ - ○ ○ ○ - ○ - - - ○ - - - ∗1 S et to , , or depending on the subject and brightness. ●●The
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    Taking close-up pictures Recording mode: When you want to enlarge the subject, setting to [AF Macro] ( ) enables you to take pictures at an even closer distance than the normal focus range (up to 1 cm (0.033 feet) for max. Wide). Press to display [Macro Mode] Use cursor button to select [AF Macro]
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    focus. ●●Using a tripod and [Selftimer] is recommended. Also, when recording a subject that is close to the camera, we recommend that you close the flash to set to (Forced flash off). ●●Moving the camera after aligning the focus is likely to result in poorly focused pictures if subject is close to
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    even larger than when using [AF Macro]. Press to display [Macro Mode] Use cursor button to select [Macro Zoom] and press [MENU/ SET] Adjust the Digital Zoom magnification with the zoom lever The zoom position is fixed at the max. Wide. Focus range is 1 cm (0.033 feet) - . Return Enlarge display
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    Taking pictures with self-timer Recording mode: We recommend using a tripod. This is also effective for correcting jitter when pressing the shutter button, by setting the self-timer to 2 seconds. Press to display [Selftimer] Use cursor button to select time duration and press [MENU/ SET] Take a
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    Taking pictures with Exposure Compensation This feature allows the user to manually adjust the exposure when a proper auto exposure cannot be obtained. ■■Recording mode: Press to some cases. ●●The Exposure Compensation value you set is retained even after the camera is turned off. - 63 - VQT4V99
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    with exposure adjusted in the "+" direction. ●●Cannot be used with flash. ●●When [Auto Bracket] is set, [Burst] is canceled. ●●Canceled when the camera is turned off. ●●[Auto Bracket] cannot be used in the following cases: ••Scene Modes ([Panorama Shot] [HDR]) ••Recording motion pictures - 64
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    A long exposure, up to 15 seconds is possible. For long exposures a tripod is recommended. Set mode dial to ([Manual Exposure] Mode) [EXPOSURE] button ••Manual exposure assist is displayed. Press [EXPOSURE] button and use cursor button to determine aperture value and shutter speed Aperture value
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    actual recorded pictures. ●●A setting that was selected in [Creative Control] mode is retained even after the camera is turned off. ●●Following [Rec] menu settings will be automatically adjusted and cannot be selected manually. [Sensitivity] [White Balance] [i.Exposure] [Color Mode] - 66 - VQT4V99
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    Taking Pictures with different picture effects [Creative Control] mode For the [Creative Control] menu setting procedures. (→66) [Expressive] This effect emphasizes the color to make a pop art picture. This effect gives a faded image. [Retro] [High Key] This effect adds a bright, airy and soft
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    Taking Pictures with different picture effects [Creative Control] mode For the [Creative Control] menu setting procedures. (→66) [Sepia] This effect creates a sepia image. [Dynamic Monochrome] This effect gives a higher contrast to create an impressive black and white picture. [Impressive Art] This
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    Taking Pictures with different picture effects [Creative Control] mode For the [Creative Control] menu setting procedures. (→66) [Cross Process] This effect gives your photo a dramatic color look. ■■Adjusting color Use cursor button to adjust coloring, then press [MENU/SET] ••Settings: Greenish
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    for a healthier appearance in bright daylight conditions. Set mode dial to ■■Tips ••The more the zoom is drawn towards T side and the closer the camera is brought to the subject, the greater the effect will be. ■■Recording motion pictures in Records a motion picture at the optimum settings when the
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    Taking pictures of scenery [Scenery] Mode Recording mode: Takes clear pictures of wide, distant subjects. Set mode dial to ■■Recording motion pictures in Records a motion picture at the optimum settings when the subject is scenery. ●●The flash is set to [Forced Flash Off]. (→55) - 71 - VQT4V99
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    Taking pictures of sporting events [Sports] Mode Recording mode: Takes pictures of scenes with fast movement, e.g. sports. Set mode dial to ■■Tips ••Stand at least 5 m (16 feet) away. ■■Recording motion pictures in The recording mode changes to Normal motion picture. ●●Sports mode requires
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    Mode inappropriate for the actual scene may affect the coloring of your picture. ●●Following [Rec] menu settings will be automatically adjusted and cannot be selected manually. [Sensitivity] [Metering Mode] [i.Exposure] [Color Mode] ●●Using flash in Scene Modes (→58) - 73 - VQT4V99
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    from left to right indicates the recording progress. is displayed after the first picture is taken. ••Do not move the camera until is displayed. ••Carefully pan the camera horizontally until overlaps on and the shutter snaps automatically. is displayed after the second picture is taken. ••Do not
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    Taking pictures according to the scene [Scene Mode] ●●The zoom position is fixed to the max. Wide. ●●The focus, exposure and White Balance are all fixed to optimal values for the first picture. If the focusing or brightness of pictures recorded as part of a Panorama picture after the first picture
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    Taking pictures according to the scene [Scene Mode] ••How to select a scene (→73) ••Using flash in Scene Modes (→58) [Night Portrait] Takes pictures of people and nightscapes with close to actual brightness. ■■Tips ••Use flash. ••Subject should not move. ••Tripod, self-timer recommended. [Night
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    with cursor button and press [MENU/SET] ■■Settings: 3M / 2.5M / 2M / 2.5M ■■Tips ••After the shutter button has been pressed, do not move the camera during the burst operation. ●●Since a burst of still pictures are combined after they have been recorded, it will be a few moments before you will
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    Taking pictures according to the scene [Scene Mode] ••How to select a scene (→73) ••Using flash in Scene Modes (→58) [Food] Takes natural-looking pictures of food. [Baby] Taking pictures of a baby with a healthy complexion. Use cursor button to select [Age] and press [MENU/SET] Use cursor button to
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    Taking pictures according to the scene [Scene Mode] ••How to select a scene (→73) ••Using flash in Scene Modes (→58) [Sunset] Takes clear pictures of scenes such as sunsets. [High Sens.] Prevents blurring of subject in dark, indoor conditions. Select the aspect ratio and the picture size with
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    pictures. ●●Mosaic effect may appear depending on subject and recording conditions. ●●[Picture Size] cannot be used in [Panorama Shot] Scene Mode. Setting guide Larger picture size Sharper Lower recording capacity Smaller picture size Less detailed Higher recording capacity - 80 - VQT4V99
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    HDR] [High Sens.]) [Sensitivity] Set ISO Sensitivity (sensitivity to lighting) manually. We recommend higher settings to take clear pictures in darker locations. ■■ [200] / [400] / [800] / [1600] Setting guide [Sensitivity] Location (recommended) Shutter speed Interference Subject blur [100]
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    shade) / (Incandescent lighting) / (uses value set in ) / (set manually) ●●When [AWB] (Automatic White Balance) is set, the coloring is strong. P ress [MENU/SET]. ••Settings are remembered even if the camera is turned off. ••Settings remain applied when using flash. ••Fine adjustments
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    Using the [Rec] menu ■■Setting White Balance manually ( ) S elect and press [MENU/SET]. P oint the camera towards a white object (e.g. paper) and press [MENU/SET]. ••White Balance is set to . ••Even if the camera is turned off, the set White Balance is remembered. ••Adjust the brightness
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    to 10 people) and adjusts exposure and focus accordingly. AF area Yellow : When the shutter button is pressed halfway, the frame turns green when the camera is focused. White : Displayed when more than one face is detected. Other faces that are the same distance away as faces within the yellow AF
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    the [Rec] menu ●●Cannot set to (Face Detection) in the following case: ••Scene Modes ([Panorama Shot] [Night Scenery] [Food]) ●●If the camera misinterprets a non-human subject as a face in (Face Detection) setting, switch to another setting. ●●If conditions prevent the face from being recognized
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    adjusts contrast and exposure to give more lifelike colors when there is significant contrast between background and subject. ■■Recording mode: ■■Settings: [ON] / [OFF] [Digital Zoom] Zoom 4x further than Optical/Extended optical zoom. (Note that enlarging will decrease picture quality with
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    ••For [Rec] menu setting procedures (→43) Using the [Rec] menu [Burst] A burst of still pictures can be recorded while the shutter button is pressed fully. ■■Recording mode: ■■Settings: Setting [Hi-Speed Burst] Description Speed: Approx. 1 picture/sec. ••You can record a series of still
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    Using the [Rec] menu ●●Burst speed may be reduced if shutter speed is reduced in darker locations. ●●With repeated recordings, it may take a while between recordings, depending on the usage conditions. ●●It may take a while to store still pictures that were taken using the burst function. If you
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    jitter. ■■Recording mode: ■■Settings: [ON] / [OFF] ●●Cases where Image Stabilizer may be ineffective: Heavy jitter, high zoom ratio (also in the Digital Zoom range), fast-moving objects, indoors or in dark locations (due to low shutter speed) ●●When recording a motion picture with a tripod, we
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    ••For [Rec] menu setting procedures (→43) Using the [Rec] menu [Date Stamp] Still pictures can be taken with the recording date and time stamped on the still picture. ■■Recording mode: ■■Settings: [W/O TIME] / [WITH TIME] / [OFF] ●●Date stamps on still pictures cannot be erased. ●●The date cannot
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    ●●When recording motion pictures, it is recommended to use batteries with sufficient power. ●●If you attempt to play motion pictures recorded with the camera on other devices, playback may not be possible, or the picture or sound quality may be poor. Additionally, incorrect recording information may
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    Different playback methods [Playback Mode] Recorded pictures can be played back in a variety of ways. Press the Playback button Press [MENU/SET] Use cursor button to select [Playback Mode] menu and press [MENU/SET] Use cursor button to select the playback method and press [MENU/SET] ••[Normal Play]
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    Different playback methods [Playback Mode] ••For switching [Playback Mode] (→92) [Slide Show] Automatically play pictures in order. Recommended when viewing on TV screen. Use cursor button to select the playback method and press [MENU/SET] [All] [Category Selection] Play all. Select category and
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    Different playback methods [Playback Mode] ••For switching [Playback Mode] (→92) [Category Selection] You can narrow down the pictures displayed to view only a selected category. Select category with cursor button and press [MENU/SET] Recording information such as Scene Modes [Portrait] / / [Night
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    may appear weak compared to the effect given by the [Creative Control] Mode. ●●It may not be possible to retouch still pictures recorded with other cameras. ●●[Creative Retouch] is unable to be performed in the following cases: ••Motion pictures ••Panorama pictures - 95 - VQT4V99
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    the setting procedures of [Creative Retouch] (→95) [Toy Effect] This effect reduces peripheral brightness to give the impression of a toy camera. ■■Adjusting color Use cursor button to adjust coloring, then press [MENU/SET] ••Settings: Orangish color Bluish coloring [Miniature Effect] This
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    the built-in memory or memory card. ••[Creative Retouch] ••[Resize] ••[Cropping] ●●It may not be possible to set or edit pictures taken with other cameras. For details (→95) [Creative Retouch] [Resize] Picture size can be reduced to facilitate e-mail attachment and use in web pages, etc. (Still
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    Using the [Playback] menu ■■[MULTI] Use cursor button to select [MULTI] and press [MENU/SET] Use cursor button to select size and press [MENU/SET] Use cursor button to select a still picture and press [DISP.] button (up to 50 pictures) Number of pixels before/after resizing •• To cancel → Press
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    Using the [Playback] menu ••For [Playback] menu display and operation methods (→43) [Cropping] Enlarge your still pictures and crop unwanted areas. Use cursor button to select a still picture, and then press [MENU/SET] Select area to crop and press [MENU/SET] Expand Change position ••Confirmation
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    Using the [Playback] menu ••For [Playback] menu display and operation methods (→43) [Protect] Set protection to disable picture deletion. Prevents deletion of important pictures. Use cursor button to select [SINGLE] or [MULTI] and press [MENU/SET] Use cursor button to select picture and press [
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    Press [MENU/SET]. ●●Copying pictures may take several minutes. Do not turn off the camera or perform other operations during copying. ●●If identical names (folder/file numbers) are present copying: - [Protect] ●●Only pictures from Panasonic digital cameras (LUMIX) may be copied. - 101 - VQT4V99
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    ). ●●Do not use any other AV cables except the supplied one. Doing so may cause malfunction of the camera. Getting Ready: ••Set [TV Aspect]. (→50) ••Turn off both camera and TV. Connect camera to TV Check the plug direction and insert it straight in. (Damage to plug can lead to faulty operation
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    on the full screen. ••Read the operating instructions of compatible equipment to playback motion pictures. with the particular format. ●●Also consult TV operating manual. ●●You can play back pictures on TVs in other ] in [Setup] menu. (→50) (DMC-LZ30PU only.) ●●Change picture mode settings on TV if
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    to your computer by connecting the two together. ••Some computers can read directly from the camera's memory card. For details, see the manual for your computer. ••If your computer does not support SDXC Memory Cards a message will be displayed requesting you to format the card. (Do not format the
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    organize by categorizing them based on their recording date or the model name of the camera used. You can also write pictures to a DVD, retouch and adjust the pictures , read the LoiLoScope manual available for download at the link below. Manual URL: http://loilo.tv/product/20 - 105 -
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    bit) Free hard disk space 450 MB or more for installing software ••Refer to the Operating Instructions of "PHOTOfunSTUDIO" (PDF) for further information about the operating environment. Insert the CD-ROM with on how to use "PHOTOfunSTUDIO", see the "PHOTOfunSTUDIO" manual (PDF). - 106 - VQT4V99
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    Turn off the camera before inserting or removing memory cards. ●●If the batteries run out while transmitting, a warning beep sounds. Cancel communication via your computer immediately. Use batteries with sufficient power. ●●For more details, consult your computer operating manual. - 107 - VQT4V99
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    folder. ●●Mac Drives are displayed on the desktop. (Displayed as "LUMIX", "NO_NAME", or "Untitled".) DCIM (Still/motion pictures) 100_PANA (Up using Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8, or Mac OS X The camera can be connected to your computer even if you select [PictBridge(PTP)] in the
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    Printing You can connect directly to a PictBridge-compatible printer for printing. ••Some printers can print directly from the camera's memory card. For details, see the manual for your printer. Getting Ready: ••Use batteries with sufficient power. ••When printing pictures from the built-in memory,
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    printer ••Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one. Doing so may cause malfunction of the camera. Use cursor button on the camera to select [PictBridge(PTP)], and press [MENU/SET] Press Use cursor button to select item and press [MENU/SET] ••[Multi Select]: Scroll
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    the number of prints for the still picture to 2 or 4. ●●To print to paper sizes/layouts not supported by this camera, set to and make settings on the printer. (Consult your printer's operating manual.) ●●When setting [Print with Date] to [ON], check the date printing settings on the printer (printer
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    Printing Printing with date and text ■■Printing in store Only recording date can be printed. Request date printing in store. ••When printing still pictures with a 16:9 aspect ratio, check in advance that the store can accept this size. ■■Using computer Print settings for recording date and text
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    List of LCD monitor displays Screens shown here are only examples. The actual display may vary. ••Press the [DISP.] button to change display. ■■In recording 1 2 3 14 4 13 5 12 6 11 7 10 8 9 1 Recording Mode (→26) 2 Recording quality (→91) Picture Size (→80) Quality (→81) Flash (→56)
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    List of LCD monitor displays Screens shown here are only examples. The actual display may vary. ••Press the [DISP.] button to change display. ■■In playback 1 2 3 11 4 10 9 5 8 7 6 1 Playback Mode (→92) 2 Protected picture (→100) Date stamped display (→90) Color Mode (→88) Retouched
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    and then on again] [System Error] ●●The lens is not working correctly. → Turn the camera on again. (Consult the dealer or your nearest Service Center if display still remains.) [Some pictures cannot be copied] [Copy could not be completed] ●●Pictures cannot be copied in following cases. → Picture
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    4 GB or more are used, only SDHC or SDXC Memory Cards are supported. [Read Error] / [Write Error] [Please check the card] ●●Data read has failed. → Check whether card has been inserted correctly. (→20) ●●Data write has failed. → Turn off the camera and remove the card. Reinsert the card and turn the
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    Q&A Troubleshooting Try checking these items (→117 - 122) first. If the problem persists, performing [Reset] in the [Setup] menu may resolve the issue. (Note that except for some items such as [Clock Set], all settings are returned to their values at the time of purchase.) Battery, power The camera
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    Q&A Troubleshooting Recording (continued) Recorded pictures are blurred. Image Stabilizer ineffective. ●●Shutter speed is slower in dark locations and Image Stabilizer is less effective. → Hold camera firmly with both hands, keeping arms close to body. → Set [Sensitivity] to [AUTO] and [Digital Zoom
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    Q&A Troubleshooting LCD monitor Brightness is unstable. ●●Aperture value is set while shutter button is pressed halfway. (Does not affect recorded picture.) This symptom may also occur when the brightness changes because the zoom is operated or the camera is moved. This is the automatic aperture
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    ) recorded with this camera may not be played on digital cameras of other manufacturers. Additionally, motion pictures recorded with this camera cannot be played on Panasonic LUMIX digital cameras sold before July 2008. (However, motion pictures recorded with LUMIX digital cameras sold before this
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    that of regular still pictures, and some panorama pictures may not be printed correctly. → Use a printer with support for panorama pictures. (Refer to the instruction manual for the printer.) → We recommend adjusting the size of a picture in accordance with print paper using the "PHOTOfunSTUDIO
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    Q&A Troubleshooting Others Menu not displayed in desired language. ●●Change [Language] setting (→51). Camera rattles if shaken. is due to aperture settings being made. (Does not affect recording.) Clock is incorrect. ●●Camera has been left for a long period. → Reset the clock (→25). ●●A long time
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    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 camera. ●●If using a chemically-treated cloth, read the supplied instructions carefully. When not using for a while ●●Turn off the camera
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    card or allow them to become dirty or wet. ●●When disposing of/transferring memory cards ••If using the "format" or "delete" functions on your camera or computer, this only changes the file management information, and does not completely delete the data from within the memory card. When disposing of
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    storage life from the date of manufacture, and the storage conditions of the batteries. ••Depending on the temperature and the conditions of use, the camera may not operate properly or the batteries may run out (the remaining battery power may not be accurately displayed). This is not a malfunction
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    time goes by. If the length of time you can use the camera is extremely short even after fully charging the batteries, they may have exceeded their life span. Purchase new batteries. ••Read the operating instructions for the battery charger. Disposing of used rechargeable batteries ●●Insulate the
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    are crooked. (This may damage the camera, screw hole, or label.) ●●Ensure that the tripod is stable. (Refer to the tripod instructions.) ●●You may not be able to previous section (→124). ●●When uploading pictures to online services ••Pictures may contain information that can be used for identifying
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    . ••Mac and Mac OS are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. ••Other names, company names, and product names mentioned in these instructions are trademarks or registered trademarks of the companies concerned.
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VQT4V99
M0113KZ0
Owner’s Manual
for advanced features
Digital Camera
Model No.
DMC-LZ30
Please read these instructions carefully before using
this product, and save this manual for future use.
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