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  • Panasonic DMC-SZ8 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 1
    Owner's Manual for advanced features Digital Camera Model No. DMC-SZ8 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) VQT5G73 F0114YD0
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    Contents Before Use Care of the camera ...6 Standard Accessories 7 Names and Functions of Main Parts 8 Preparation Charging the Battery 10 • Inserting the Battery 11 • Charging ...12 • Approximate operating time and number of recordable pictures 15 Inserting and Removing the Card (optional 17
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    • Intelligent Zoom 48 • Digital Zoom...48 Taking Pictures Using the Built-in Flash 49 • Switching to the appropriate flash setting 49 Taking Pictures with the Self-timer 53 Compensating the Exposure 54 Taking Pictures with different image effects (Creative Control Mode 55 • [Expressive] ...56
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    • [Burst] ...76 • [AF Assist Lamp 77 • [Red-Eye Removal 78 • [Stabilizer] ...78 • [Date Stamp] ...79 Using the [Motion Picture] Menu 80 • [Rec Quality] ...80 • [Continuous AF 80 Playback/Editing Various methods of playback 81 • [Slide Show]...82 • [Category Selection 84 • [Calendar] ...85
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    130 • Selecting a single picture and printing it 131 • Selecting multiple pictures and printing them 131 • Print Settings ...132 Others Screen Display...135 Message Display ...137 Troubleshooting ...140 Cautions for Use...152 - 5 -
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    Before Use Care of the camera Do not subject to strong vibration, shock, or pressure. • The lens, monitor, or external case may be damaged if used in the following conditions. It may also malfunction or image may not be recorded if you: - Drop or hit the camera. - Sit down with the camera in your
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    and their shape will differ depending on the country or area where the 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 Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card and SDXC Memory Card are indicated as
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    buttons A: 3/[È] (Exposure compensation) (P54) B: 4/[DISP.] (P46) C: 2/[ë] (Self-timer) (P53) D: 1/[‰] (Flash setting) (P49) 2 3 7 8 9 10 13 1211 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
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    Before Use 14 Lens barrel 15 [AV OUT/DIGITAL] socket (P12, 125, 128, 130) • This socket is also used when charging the battery. 16 Strap eyelet (P23) • To prevent dropping, be sure to attach the supplied strap and fit it to your wrist. 17 Zoom lever (P47) 18 Camera [ON/OFF] button (P21) 19 Shutter
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    for any accident or failure occurring as a result of use of a counterfeit battery pack. To ensure that safe products are used, we recommend that a genuine Panasonic battery pack is used. ∫ About the power supply If you use the AC adaptor (supplied) when the battery is in this unit, you can supply
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    the arrow and open the card/battery door. • Always use genuine Panasonic batteries. • If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the in the direction of the arrow. • Turn the camera off and wait for the "LUMIX" display on the monitor to clear before removing the battery. (Otherwise, this unit
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    Preparation Charging • Charge the battery in areas with an ambient temperature, between 10 oC and 30 oC (50 oF and 86 oF) (same as the battery temperature), is recommended. Insert the battery into this unit. Check that this unit is turned off. A To power outlet B AC adaptor (supplied) C PC (Turned
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    Preparation ∫ About the charging lamp Lit red: Charging. Off: Charging has completed. (When charging is complete, disconnect the camera from the power outlet or computer.) Blinking red: Charging error. (Refer to P140 for details.) ∫ Charging time When using the AC adaptor (supplied)
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    Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one or a genuine Panasonic USB connection cable (DMW-USBC1: optional). • Do not use any other AC is fully charged. (Since characteristic swelling may occur.) • If a problem occurs in the power outlet, such as a power outage, charging
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    • CIPA is an abbreviation of [Camera & Imaging Products Association]. • Temperature: 23 oC (73.4 oF)/Humidity: 50%RH when monitor is on. • Using a Panasonic SD Memory Card. • Using the supplied battery. • Starting recording 30 seconds after the camera is turned on. (When the Optical Image Stabilizer
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    ∫ Playback Playback time Preparation Approx. 170 min • The operating times and number of recordable pictures will differ according to the environment and the operating conditions. For example, in the following cases, the operating times will shorten and the number of recordable pictures is reduced
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    Check that this unit is turned off. • We recommend using a Panasonic card. 1 Slide the release lever in the direction of the arrow lever in the direction of the arrow. • Turn the camera off and wait for the "LUMIX" display on the monitor to clear before removing the card. (Otherwise, this unit may no
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    that the PC and other equipment are compatible when using the SDXC Memory Cards. http://panasonic.net/avc/sdcard/information/SDXC.html • Only the cards with capacity listed left can information on the following website. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/ (This site is English only.) - 18 -
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    Preparation • During access (image writing, reading and deleting, formatting etc.), do not turn this unit off, remove the battery, card or disconnect the AC adaptor (supplied). Furthermore, do not subject the camera to vibration, impact or static electricity. The card or the data on the card may
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    Preparation Approximate number of recordable pictures and available recording time ∫ About the display of the number of recordable pictures and available recording time • Switch the display (number of recordable pictures, available recording time, etc.) by pressing 4. (P46) • The number of
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    Preparation Setting Date/Time (Clock Set) • The clock is not set when the camera is shipped. 1 Press camera [ON/OFF] button. • If the language select screen is not displayed, proceed to step 4. 2 Press [MENU/SET]. 3 Press 3/4 to select the language, and press [MENU/SET]. 4 Press [MENU/SET].
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    Preparation Changing the Clock Setting Select [Clock Set] on the [Setup] menu and then press [MENU/SET]. (P37) • The clock can be reset as shown in steps 5 and 6. • The clock setting is maintained for about 7 days using the built-in clock battery even without the battery. (Leave the charged battery
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    Preparation Tips for taking good pictures Fit the strap and hold the camera carefully Hold the camera gently with both hands, keep your arms still at your side and stand with your feet slightly apart. • Do not swing around or pull forcefully on the unit with the strap attached. The strap may break.
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    Basic Selecting the Recording Mode 1 Press [MODE]. 2 Press 3/4/2/1 to select the Recording Mode. Rec Mode 3 Press [MENU/SET]. SCN Normal Picture Cancel Select Set ∫ List of Recording Modes ¦ Intelligent Auto Mode (P25) The subjects are recorded using settings automatically selected by the
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    Basic Taking pictures using the automatic function (Intelligent Auto Mode) Recording 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
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    Basic 3 Press the shutter button halfway to focus. • The focus indication B (green) lights when the subject is focused. • The AF area C is displayed around the subject's face by the Face Detection function. In other cases, it is displayed at the point on the subject which is in focus. • The minimal
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    Basic 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. When taking pictures [i-Portrait] [i-Macro] [i-Night Scenery] ¢ Only displayed when the flash is set to [ ]. [i-
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    Basic Changing the settings Following menus can be set. [Rec] Menu [Picture Size]¢/[Burst]¢ Item [Motion Picture] [Rec Quality] [Setup] [Online Manual]/[Clock Set]/[World Time]/[Airplane Mode]/[Beep]/ [Language] • Menu items other than those listed above are not displayed, but you can set
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    Basic Taking pictures with your favorite settings (Normal Picture Mode) Recording 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. 1
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    Basic Focusing Aim the AF area at the subject, and then press the shutter button halfway. A B F3.1 1/60 Focus When the subject is focused When the subject is not focused Focus indication A AF area B On White>Green Blinks White>Red Sound Beeps 2 times Beeps 4 times • The AF area may be
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    Basic ∫ When the subject is not in focus (such as when it is not in the center of the composition of the picture you want to take) 1 Aim the AF area at the subject, 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
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    Basic Recording Motion Pictures Applicable modes: This unit can record motion pictures in QuickTime Motion JPEG format. 1 Start recording by pressing the motion picture button. A Available recording time B Elapsed recording time • You can record motion pictures fitting each Recording Mode. •
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    Basic • Depending on the type of the card, the card access indication may appear for a while after recording motion pictures. This is not a malfunction. • The screen may be blacked out momentarily, or the unit may record noise due to static electricity or electromagnetic waves etc. depending on the
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    Basic Playing Back 1 Press [(]. 2 Press 2/1 to select pictures. A B A File number 100-0001 1/5 B Picture number • If you press and hold 2/1, you can play back the pictures in succession. • Speed of picture Forwarding/Rewinding changes depending on the playback status. ∫ Playing Back
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    Basic • When the camera is turned off, press and hold [(]. If you turn it on this way, the playback screen will be displayed automatically. (If too many images are stored in the card, it may take a while for the camera to turn on.) • This camera complies with the DCF standard "Design rule for Camera
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    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 be
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    Basic Setting the Menu The camera comes with menus that allow you to choose the settings for taking pictures and playing them back just as you like and menus that enable you to have more fun with the camera and use it more easily. In particular, the [Setup] menu contains some important settings
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    Basic 3 Press 3/4 to select the menu item and then press [MENU/SET]. A Menu screen page • It will switch to the next page when you reach the bottom. (It will also switch by rotating the zoom lever) A Rec 1/3 Picture Size Sensitivity White Balance AUTO AWB AF Mode Select auto focus mode
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    Basic Using the Quick Menu By using the Quick Menu, some of the menu settings can be easily found. • The features that can be adjusted using Quick Menu are determined by the mode or a display style the camera is in. 1 Press [Q.MENU] when recording. 2 Press 3/4/2/1 to select the menu item and the
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    on how to select the [Setup] menu settings, refer to P37. • [Clock Set], [Economy] and [Auto Review] are important items. Check their settings before using them. • In Intelligent Auto Mode, only [Online Manual], [Clock Set], [World Time], [Airplane Mode], [Beep], [Language] can be set. [Online
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    Basic [Airplane Mode] Restricts Wi-Fi settings. [ON]: Wi-Fi functions cannot be used. [OFF] • When you bring the camera on an airplane or to a hospital, etc., set [Airplane Mode] to [ON], and turn off the camera because electromagnetic waves, etc. emitted by the camera may interfere with gauges.
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    Basic These menu settings make it easier to see the monitor when you are in bright places or when you are holding the camera high above your head. [Monitor Luminance] [„] ([Auto Power Monitor])¢: The brightness is adjusted automatically depending on how bright it is around the camera. [...] ([
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    Basic The camera is automatically turned off if the camera has not been used for the time selected on the setting. Also, the battery life is conserved by dimming the monitor. q [Economy] p [Auto Power Off]: The camera is automatically turned off if the camera has not been used for the time
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    length of time that the picture is displayed after taking the still picture. [1 SEC.] o [Auto Review] [2 SEC.] [HOLD]: The pictures are displayed until one of the buttons is pressed. [OFF] • [Auto Review] does not work when recording motion pictures. When you turn off the camera or switch the
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    ¢ PAL video out is not available on the version DMC-SZ8P sold in the U.S. and the version DMC-SZ8PC sold in Canada. [Version Disp.] It is possible • If the card cannot be formatted, please try another card before contacting Panasonic. ~ [Language] Set the language displayed on the screen. • If
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    About the Monitor Recording Press 4 to change. • During motion picture playback, panorama playback or a slide show, you can only select "Normal Display" or "No Display". In Recording Mode Normal display 5 Normal display R1m10s No display Recording guideline 1 2 1 Number of recordable
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    Using the Zoom Recording Applicable modes: You can zoom in to make people and objects appear closer or zoom out to record landscapes in wide angle. To make subjects appear further away use (Wide) Rotate the zoom lever towards Wide. To make subjects appear closer use (Tele) Rotate the zoom lever
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    Recording Extended Optical Zoom (EZ) This function works when any of the picture sizes (P69) indicated with is selected. You can zoom in further than you can with the Optical Zoom without deteriorating the image quality. Maximum magnification: 27k (This includes the optical zoom magnification. The
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    Recording Taking Pictures Using the Built-in Flash Applicable modes: Flash Do not cover it with your fingers or other objects. Switching to the appropriate flash setting Set the flash to match the recording. 1 Press 1 [‰]. - 49 -
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    Recording 2 Press 3/4 to select the setting and then press [MENU/SET]. Settings Description of settings [‡] ([Auto]) [ ] ([iAuto])¢1 The flash is automatically activated when the recording conditions make it necessary. The flash is automatically activated when the recording conditions make it
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    Recording ∫ Available Flash Settings in Recording Mode The available flash settings depend on the Recording Mode. (±: Available, -: Not available, ¥: Scene Mode initial setting) ‡ ‰ Œ ±¢ - - - ± 5 ± ± ± - ± ± ¥ ± - ± - - - - ¥ . 1 í 9 ¥ - ± - ± - - - ¥ ± ± -
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    Recording ∫ The available flash range (approximation) Wide [AUTO] in [Sensitivity] 60 cm (2.0 feet) to 5.2 m (17 feet) Tele 1.5 m (4.9 feet) to 2.6 m (8.5 feet) ∫ Shutter speed for each flash setting Flash setting ‡ ‰ Shutter speed (Sec.) 1/60 to 1/2000 Flash setting Œ Shutter speed (Sec.)
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    use the zoom, the lens barrel will be extended. This may cause the camera to tilt. We recommend fixing the camera on a tripod or other support. • This function is not available in the following case: - When recording motion pictures - 53 -
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    Recording Compensating the Exposure Applicable modes: Use this function when you cannot achieve appropriate exposure due to the difference in brightness between the subject and the background. Underexposed Properly exposed Overexposed Compensate the exposure towards positive. 1 Press 3 [È] to
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    Recording Taking Pictures with different image effects (Creative Control Mode) Recording Mode: This mode allows you to add any of 15 types of effects before recording. You can set the effects to add by selecting example images and checking them on the screen. 1 Press [MODE]. 2 Press 3/4/2/1 to
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    Recording For details on how to select the "Creative Control Mode" settings, refer to P55. ¢ These pictures are examples to show the effect. [Expressive] This effect emphasizes the color to make a pop art picture. [Retro] This effect gives a faded image. [Old Days] This effect adds a bright,
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    [Low Key] Recording This effect adds a dark and relaxing feel to the overall image and enhances bright parts. [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 effect gives
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    Recording [High Dynamic] This effect produces the optimum brightness for both dark and bright parts. [Cross Process] This effect gives your photo a dramatic color look. Items that can be set Color Green tone/Blue tone/Yellow tone/Red tone • Press 2/1 to select the color to enhance, and press [
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    Recording [Miniature Effect] This effect blurs peripheral areas to give the impression of a diorama. Items that can be set Direction of the blur Horizontal/Vertical • Press 2/1 to select the direction of the blur, and press [MENU/SET]. • Display of the recording screen will be delayed more
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    [Star Filter] Recording This effect transforms pin-points of light into a star effect. • Display of the recording screen will be delayed more than usual and the screen will look as if frames are dropping. [One Point Color] This effect leaves one selected color to emphasize impressiveness. ∫ Set
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    direction is the same as that of the previous recording, the screen that lets you check the recording direction may not be displayed. • A horizontal/vertical guide is displayed. If you press 1, you will return to step 3. 6 Press the shutter button halfway to focus. - 61 -
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    at a constant speed. Pictures may not be able to be recorded properly if the camera is moved too fast or slow. A Recording direction and panning (Guide) 8 Press the shutter button once again to end the picture recording. • Recording can also be ended by keeping the camera still while recording
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    Recording • The zoom position is fixed to Wide. • [Stabilizer] is fixed to [OFF]. • 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
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    Recording Taking pictures that match the scene being recorded (Scene Mode) Recording Mode: You can select any of 15 types of Scene Modes according to the subject and scene. 1 Press [MODE]. 2 Press 3/4/2/1 to select [Scene Mode], and then press [MENU/SET]. 3 Press 3/4/2/1 to select the Scene Mode
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    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
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    Recording [Night Portrait] This allows you to take pictures of a person and the background with near real-life brightness. • Use the flash. (You can set to [ ].) • Ask the subject not to move while taking a picture. • We recommend using a tripod and the Self-timer for taking pictures. • Shutter
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    Recording [Baby1]/[Baby2] This takes pictures of a baby with a healthy complexion. It is possible to set different birthdays for [Baby1] and [Baby2]. You can display those during playback. ∫ Birthday setting 1 Press 3/4 to select [Age] and then press [MENU/SET]. 2 Press 3/4 to select [SET] and then
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    Recording [Starry Sky] This mode allows you to take vivid pictures of a starry sky or a dark subject. ∫ Setting the shutter speed Select a shutter speed of [15 sec.], [30 sec.] or [60 sec.]. • Press the shutter button fully to display the countdown screen. Do not move the camera after this screen is
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    Recording Using the [Rec] Menu For details on [Rec] menu settings, refer to P37. [Picture Size] Applicable modes: Set the number of pixels. The higher the numbers of pixels, the finer the detail of the pictures will appear even when they are printed onto large sheets. Settings Picture Size [ ]
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    Recording [Sensitivity] Applicable modes: This allows the Sensitivity to light (ISO sensitivity) to be set. Setting to a higher figure enables pictures to be taken even in dark places without the resulting pictures coming out dark. Settings [AUTO] [] [100]/[200]/[400]/[800]/ [1600] Recording
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    the shade [Ñ] ([Incandescent]) When taking pictures under incandescent lights [Ò] ([White Set]) Value set by using [Ó] [Ó] ([White Set Setting]) Set manually • Under fluorescent lighting, LED lighting fixture etc., the appropriate White Balance will vary depending on the lighting type, so use
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    Rain) 4 Shade 5 Sunlight 6 White fluorescent light 7 Incandescent light 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
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    Recording [AF Mode] Applicable modes: This allows the focusing method that suits the positions and number of the subjects to be selected. Settings Description of settings [š] ([Face Detection]) The camera automatically detects the person's face. (max. 12 areas) The focus and exposure can then be
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    Recording ∫ About [š] ([Face Detection]) The following AF area frames are displayed when the camera detects the faces. 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
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    Recording [i.Exposure] Applicable modes: Contrast and exposure will be adjusted automatically when there is a big difference in brightness between the background and subject, to bring the image close to real life. Settings: [ON]/[OFF] • Compensation effect may not be achieved depending on the
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    Recording [Burst] Applicable modes: Pictures are taken continuously while the shutter button is pressed. Settings Description of settings Maximum recordable pictures (pictures) [˜] ([Burst On]) Burst speed approx. 1.2 pictures/second • The burst speed becomes slower halfway. The exact timing
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    Recording • Depending on the operating conditions, it may take time to take the next picture if you repeat the recording of pictures. • It may take time to save pictures taken in Burst Mode on the card. If you take pictures continuously while saving, the maximum number of recordable pictures
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    Recording [Red-Eye Removal] Applicable modes: When Red-Eye Reduction ([ ], [ ]) is selected, Red-Eye Removal is performed whenever the flash is used. The camera automatically detects red-eye and corrects the picture. Settings: [ON]/[OFF] • This function works only when the camera detects a face. •
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    Recording [Date Stamp] Applicable modes: You can take a picture with date and time of recording. Settings [W/O TIME] [WITH TIME] [OFF] Description of settings Stamp the year, month, and day. Stamp the year, month, day, hour, and minutes. - • Date information for pictures recorded with the [Date
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    Recording Using the [Motion Picture] Menu For details on [Motion Picture] menu settings, refer to P37. • The [Motion Picture] menu is not displayed in the following cases. - [Soft Focus]/[Star Filter] (Creative Control Mode) [Rec Quality] Applicable modes: This sets up the picture quality of motion
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    Playback/Editing Various methods of playback You can play back the recorded pictures in various methods. 1 Press [(]. 2 Press [MODE]. 3 Press 3/4/2/1 to select item, and then press [MENU/SET]. • Following items can be selected. [ ] ([Normal Play]) (P34) [ ] ([Slide Show]) (P82) [ ] ([Category
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    Playback/Editing [Slide Show] You can play back the pictures you have taken in sequence at specified intervals. This playback method is recommended when you have connected the camera to a TV set to view the pictures you have taken. 1 Select the group to play back by pressing 3/4, and then press [
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    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] Screen effects can be added to picture transitions. [ON]/[OFF] • When playing back a panorama picture, the [Effect] setting
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    Playback/Editing [Category Selection] This mode allows you to search images by Scene Mode or other categories (such as [Portrait], [Scenery] or [Night Scenery]) and sort the pictures into each of the categories. You can then play back the pictures in each category. Press 3/4/2/1 to select the
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    Playback/Editing [Calendar] You can search for images by recorded date. 1 Press 3/4/2/1 to select the date you want to search. 46/ .0/ 56& 8&% 5)6 '3* 4"5        2 Press [MENU/SET] to display a list of pictures. 1/52 • Pictures are displayed with Multi Playback (30 screens). The
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    Playback/Editing Having Fun with Recorded Pictures ([Creative Retouch]) You can add your desired effects to the pictures that you have taken. • The processed pictures are newly generated, so be sure that you have enough space in the built-in memory or on the card. Note also that processing will not
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    Playback/Editing Using the [Playback] Menu For details on [Playback] menu settings, refer to P37. You can perform actions like cropping recorded pictures, as well as set up the protection of recorded images, etc. • With [Retouch], [Resize] or [Cropping], a new edited picture is created. A new
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    Playback/Editing ∫ To delete the received location information 1 Select [Location Logging] on the [Playback] menu. 2 Press 3/4 to select [Delete Location Data] and then press [MENU/SET]. 3 Press 3/4 to select the period you want to delete, then press [MENU/SET]. • Confirmation screen is displayed.
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    Playback/Editing [Resize] To allow easy posting to web pages, attachment to email etc., picture size (number of pixels) is reduced. 1 Select [Resize] on the [Playback] menu. 2 Press 3/4 to select [SINGLE] or [MULTI] and then press [MENU/SET]. 3 Select the picture and size. [SINGLE] setting 1 Press
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    Playback/Editing [Cropping] You can enlarge and then clip the important part of the recorded picture. 1 Select [Cropping] on the [Playback] menu. 2 Press 2/1 to select the picture, and then press [MENU/SET]. 3 Use the zoom lever and press 3/4/2/1 to select the parts to be cropped. Zoom lever (W):
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    Playback/Editing [Protect] You can set protection for pictures you do not want to be deleted by mistake. 1 Select [Protect] on the [Playback] menu. 2 Press 3/4 to select [SINGLE] or [MULTI] and then press [MENU/SET]. 3 Select the picture, and then press [MENU/SET]. [SINGLE] [MULTI] • The
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    Playback/Editing [Copy] You can copy the data of the pictures you have taken from the built-in memory to a card or from a card to the built-in memory. 1 Select [Copy] on the [Playback] menu. 2 Press 3/4 to select the copy destination and then press [MENU/SET]. [ ] ([IN>SD]): All the picture data
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    sold There is the risk that the camera violates the radiowave regulations if used in countries other than those where this camera is sold, and Panasonic takes no responsibility for any violations. ∫ There is the risk that data sent and received via radio waves may be intercepted Please note that
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    battery or move to an area without any reception while sending images. • The monitor display may become distorted for an instant while connected to the service, however this will not affect the image being sent. - 94 -
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    Wi-Fi What you can do with the Wi-Fi function Controlling with a Smartphone/Tablet Recording images remotely with a smartphone (P101) Playing back pictures in the camera (P101) Saving images stored in the camera (P102) Sending acquired location information to the camera (P102) When sending images to
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    App" or "LUMIX" into the search box. 4 Select "Panasonic Image App" and install it. • Use the latest version. • Depending on the supported OS or the version of the "Image App", some screenshots and contents in these operating instructions may differ from the actual app. • The service may not be
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    Wi-Fi Connecting to a smartphone/tablet By pressing and holding [Wi-Fi], you can easily connect the camera to a smartphone or tablet. Preparations: • Install the "Image App" in advance. (P96) 1 Press and hold [Wi-Fi], and release it after the Wi-Fi connection lamp lights up. • The information
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    your smartphone Please scan the QR code using "Image App", or enter the password into Wi-Fi settings SSID: Password: Change method Cancel IMAGE APP Panasonic Corporation 5 Press the home button to close the browser. 6 Turn on the Wi-Fi function in the setting menu of the smartphone/tablet. Wi
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    Wi-Fi When using an SSID and password to set up a connection 1 Turn on the Wi-Fi function in the setting menu of the smartphone/tablet. 2 Select the SSID displayed on the screen of the camera. 3 Enter the password displayed on the screen of the camera. (Only when connecting for the first time) 4
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    up a connection with a wireless LAN device and make security-related settings. To check whether your smartphone/tablet supports the function, refer to the operating instructions of the smartphone/tablet. ∫ Terminating the connection After use, terminate the connection to the smartphone/tablet. Once
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    zoom, the lens barrel will be extended. This A may cause the camera to tilt. We recommend fixing the  camera on a tripod or other support.  Playing back pictures in the camera 1 Connect to a smartphone/tablet. (P97) 2 Operate the smartphone/tablet. 1 Select [ ]. • Images in the camera are
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    Wi-Fi Saving images stored in the camera 1 Connect to a smartphone/tablet. (P97) 2 Operate the smartphone/tablet. 1 Select [ ]. 2 Press and hold an image, and drag it to save it on the  smartphone/tablet. • Motion pictures cannot be saved. Sending location information to the camera from a
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    ± - • Some images may not be played back or sent depending on the device. • For information on the playback of images, check the operating instructions of the destination device. • For details on how to send images, refer to P121. Preparations: • Install the "Image App" in advance. (P96) Click
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    with a wireless LAN device and make security-related settings. To check whether your smartphone/tablet supports the function, refer to the operating instructions of the smartphone/tablet. When connecting with [Manual Connection] in [Direct]: • For details on the connection methods, refer to (P98, 99
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    with a wireless LAN device and make security-related settings. To check whether your smartphone/tablet supports the function, refer to the operating instructions of the smartphone/tablet. When connecting with [Manual Connection] in [Direct]: • For details on the connection methods, refer to (P98, 99
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    Wi-Fi 7 Press 3/4 to select [SINGLE] or [MULTI] and then press [MENU/SET]. • To change the setting or disconnect, press [Wi-Fi]. (P94) [SINGLE] setting 1 Press 2/1 to select the picture. 2 Press [MENU/SET]. [MULTI] setting 1 Press 3/4/2/1 to select the picture, and then press [MENU/SET]. (repeat
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    (supplied). • Some images may not be played back or sent depending on the device. • For information on the playback of images, check the operating instructions of the destination device. • For details on how to send images, refer to P121. Preparations: (On the camera) (On your PC) • If the
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    of the folder. • For details, refer to the operating instructions of your PC or Help on the OS. (For Mac) Supported OS: OS X v10.5 to v10.9 Example: OS X • When the PC you want to connect to is not displayed, select [Manual Input], and enter the computer name of the PC (NetBIOS name for Apple Mac
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    select the PC you want to connect to, and then press [MENU/SET]. • When the PC you want to connect to is not displayed, select [Manual Input], and enter the computer name of the PC (NetBIOS name for Apple Mac computers). 7 Press 3/4 to select the destinations folder of the PC, and
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    this reason images may be uploaded unintentionally if, for example, you share this unit with other people. Panasonic assumes no responsibility for any damages caused by uploaded images. • Panasonic assumes no responsibility for any damages caused by the use of [Smart Transfer]. • When you bring the
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    Wi-Fi Configuring [Smart Transfer] When using Smart Transfer for the first time, follow the steps below to set it up. From the next time on, you can change the settings from [Set Destination] (P113). 1 Select [Wi-Fi Setup] in the [Wi-Fi] menu, and press [MENU/SET]. (P37) 2 Press 3/4 to select [Smart
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    Wi-Fi Transferring automatically You can transfer images while charging the camera. Preparation: Configure [Smart Transfer] in advance. (P111) 1 Turn off the camera. 2 (When using a power outlet) Connect the AC adaptor (supplied) and this camera with the USB connection cable (supplied), and insert
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    Wi-Fi [Set Destination] Changing the transfer destination or settings of images. 1 Select [Wi-Fi Setup] in the [Wi-Fi] menu, and press [MENU/SET]. (P37) 2 Press 3/4 to select [Smart Transfer], and press [MENU/SET]. 3 Press 3/4 to select [Set Destination], and press [MENU/SET]. 4 Press 3/4 to
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    Wi-Fi About Connections You can select a connection method after selecting a Wi-Fi function and a destination. Performing a direct connection is convenient for when you are in a place away from home where wireless access points are not available or for when connecting temporarily to a device you do
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    [MENU/SET]. 2 Enter the PIN code displayed on the camera screen into the wireless access point. 3 Press [MENU/SET]. • Refer to the wireless access point instruction manual for details. Select this option when you are not sure about the WPS compatibility, or when you want to search for and connect to
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    ]. • Check the wireless access points instruction manual and settings when saving a wireless access point. • If no connection can be established, the wireless access point's radio waves may be too weak. Refer to "Message Display" (P137) and "Troubleshooting" (P140) for details. • Transmission speed
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    Wi-Fi ∫ Entering Text When a screen that looks like the one on the right is displayed, you can enter characters. (Only alphabetical characters and symbols can be entered.) ABC DEF GHI JKL MNO PQRS TUV WXYZ A1 a& AA aa Deletee Seett Cancel Select Input 1 Press 3/4/2/1 to select text and then
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    for connecting to the device you are using. Choose the connection method supported by your device, such as a smartphone or tablet. Select connection method Connect to the WPS device WPS Connection Manual Connection Cancel Select Set Connection method Description of settings [WPS Connection
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    Wi-Fi Connecting quickly with the same settings as the previous ones ([History Connection]/[Favorite Connection]) When the Wi-Fi function is used, a record is saved in the history. You can register records as favorites. Connecting from the history or favorites allows you to easily connect with the
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    Wi-Fi Editing the items registered to favorites 1 Press [Wi-Fi]. 2 Press 3/4/2/1 to select [Favorite Connection], and then press [MENU/SET]. 3 Select the favorite item you want to edit with 3/4, and then press 1. 4 Press 3/4 to select the item, and press [MENU/SET]. Item [Remove from Favorite] [
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    not available. • Some images may not be played back or sent depending on the device. • For information on the playback of images, check the operating instructions of the destination device. - 121 -
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    Wi-Fi Send Images While Recording A picture can be automatically sent to a specified device every time you take it. • Since the camera gives priority to recording, sending may take longer during the recording. • When connected with [Send Images While Recording], [ ] is displayed on the recording
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    Wi-Fi [Wi-Fi Setup] Menu For details on how to select the [Wi-Fi] menu settings, refer to P37. Configure the settings required for the Wi-Fi function. [Wi-Fi Setup] cannot be changed when connected to Wi-Fi. 1 Select [Wi-Fi Setup] in the [Wi-Fi] menu, and press [MENU/SET]. 2 Press 3/4 to select
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    access point. (Example: 192.168.0.87) [Approved Regulations]¢1 The technical compliance standard authentication number is displayed. ¢1 [Approved Regulations] is only available on the version DMC-SZ8P. [Regulations]¢2 Displays the regulations. ¢2 [Regulations] is only available on the version
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    DMC-SZ8PC sold in Canada.) • No sound is output from the camera speakers. Also, pictures are not displayed on the monitor. • When the camera is connected to the TV with an AV cable, motion pictures recorded in [HD] are not displayed in the HD picture quality. • Read the operating instructions
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    , panorama pictures cannot be played back. Also, auto-scroll playback of panorama pictures may not work. • For cards compatible with playback, refer to the operating instructions of the TV. - 126 -
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    the operating instructions of your PC. • If the computer being used does not support SDXC Memory , please refer to the below support site. http://panasonic.net/avc/sdcard/information/SDXC.html service) • For Mac: iPhoto, provided by Apple Software for motion pictures • Software supporting
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    may bend out of shape, which may cause malfunction.) • Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one or a genuine Panasonic USB connection cable (DMW-USBC1: optional). A USB connection cable (supplied) B Align the marks, and insert. 2 Press 3/4 to select [PC], and then press
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    Connecting to other equipment ∫ About the folder structure of the camera The content (folder structure) of the built-in memory of the camera/the card is displayed on a PC as follows: • Built-in Memory • Card DCIM 100_PANA P1000001.JPG DCIM: 1 Folder number 2 File number 3 JPG: MOV: Images Still
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    the camera to a printer supporting PictBridge, you can select the pictures to be printed out and instruct that printing be started on not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one or a genuine Panasonic USB connection cable (DMW-USBC1: optional). A USB connection cable (supplied)
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    Connecting to other equipment Selecting a single picture and printing it 1 Press 2/1 to select the picture and then press [MENU/ PictBridge SET]. 2 Press 3 to select [Print start] and then press [MENU/ 6LQJOH6HOHFW 3ULQWVWDUW SET]. 3ULQWZLWK'DWH 2)) 1XPRISULQWV  3DSHU6L]H • Refer to
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    paper size or the layout on the printer. (For details, refer to the operating instructions of the printer.) [Print with Date] [ON] Date is printed. [OFF] Date is not printed. • If the printer does not support date printing, the date cannot be printed on the picture. • Depending on the printer
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    mm [10k15cm] 100 mmk150 mm [4qk6q] 101.6 mmk152.4 mm [8qk10q] 203.2 mmk254 mm [LETTER] 216 mmk279.4 mm [CARD SIZE] 54 mmk85.6 mm • Paper sizes not supported by the printer will not be displayed. - 133 -
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    4 pictures on 1 page • An item cannot be selected if the printer does not support the page layout. ∫ Layout printing When printing a picture several times on 1 sheet of during printing. After finishing printing, make sure there are no problems with the printer. • If the number of prints is high
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    Screen Display ∫ In recording Others 12 3 45 23 5 22 21 20 19 18 3s 17 ISO 100 F3.1 1/60 16 15 14 13 12 6 7 8 9 10 11 1 Recording Mode 2 Recording Quality (P80) Picture Size (P69) 3 Flash (P49) 4 Optical Image Stabilizer (P78) Jitter alert (P23): 5 White Balance (P71) Creative
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    ∫ In playback Others 12 3 45 6 15 100 _ 0001 14 03s 13 12 11 10 9 1/5 7 8 1 Playback Mode (P81) 10 Recorded date and time 2 Protected picture (P91) World Time (P40): " 3 Date stamped display (P79) Recording information (P46) 4 After Creative Retouch (P86) Age (P67) 5 Picture Size
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    stopped operating normally due to being pressed on by a hand etc. Turn the camera off and on. If the message persists, contact the dealer or Panasonic. - 137 -
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    after saving necessary data on a PC etc. (P45) [This battery cannot be used] • Use a genuine Panasonic battery. If this message is displayed even when a genuine Panasonic battery is used, contact the dealer or Panasonic. • If the battery terminal is dirty, clean it and remove any objects. - 138 -
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    type, and encryption key. (P116) - Power of the wireless access point is not turned on. - Setting of the wireless access point is not supported by this unit. • Check the network setting of the destination. • Radio waves from other devices may block the connection to a wireless access point
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    Others Troubleshooting First, try out the following procedures (P140-151). If the problem is not resolved, it may be improved by selecting [Reset] (P44) on the [Setup] menu. Battery and power source The charging lamp blinks. • This phenomenon
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    Others Recording The picture cannot be recorded. • Is there any memory remaining on the built-in memory or the card? > Delete the pictures which are not necessary to increase available space in the memory. (P36) • You may not be able to record for a short while after turning this unit on when using
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    Others The recorded picture looks rough. Noise appears on the picture. • Is the ISO sensitivity high or the shutter speed slow? (ISO sensitivity is set to [AUTO] when the camera is shipped. Therefore, when taking pictures indoors etc. noise will appear.) > Decrease the ISO sensitivity. (P70) > Take
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    Others Recording by Panorama Shot Mode is ended before finishing. • If the camera is moved too slowly, the camera assumes that camera motion was stopped and ends the still picture recording. • If there is a lot of camera shake in the recording direction while moving the camera, recording ends. >
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    Others Flash The flash is not activated. • Is the flash setting set to [Œ]? > Change the flash setting. (P49) • The flash cannot be used in the following cases: - Creative Control Mode (P55) - Panorama Shot Mode (P61) - [Scenery]/[Night Scenery]/[HDR]/[Sunset]/[Starry Sky]/[Glass Through] (Scene
  • Panasonic DMC-SZ8 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 145
    Others With a Calendar Search, pictures display dates differing from the actual dates on which the pictures were taken. • Is the clock in the camera set properly? (P21) • When pictures edited using a PC or pictures taken by other equipment are searched, they may display dates differing from the
  • Panasonic DMC-SZ8 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 146
    wireless access point. • Connection types and security setting methods are different depending on the wireless access point. (Refer to the operating instructions of the wireless access point.) • Is the 5 GHz/2.4 GHz switchable wireless access point connected to other equipment using the 5 GHz band
  • Panasonic DMC-SZ8 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 147
    Others It takes long time every time to connect to a smartphone/tablet. • It may take longer time to connect depending on the Wi-Fi connection setting of the smartphone/ tablet, but it is not a malfunction. This unit is not displayed in the Wi-Fi setting screen of the smartphone/tablet. • Try
  • Panasonic DMC-SZ8 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 148
    Others Transmission of the image fails midway. • Is the size of the image too large? > Reduce the size of the still picture, then transmit (P113, 122). > Image cannot be transmitted when the battery indicator is flashing red. Motion picture cannot be transmitted. • File format of the motion picture
  • Panasonic DMC-SZ8 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 149
    card is used) • Check if your PC is compatible with SDXC memory cards. http://panasonic.net/avc/sdcard/information/SDXC.html • A message prompting to format the card may be displayed using a printer that does not support PictBridge. > Select [PictBridge(PTP)] when connecting. (P130) - 149 -
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    differs from normal pictures, it may not always be possible to print it correctly. > Please use a printer that supports panorama pictures. (For details, refer to the operating instructions for the printer.) Others An unreadable language was selected by mistake. • Press [MENU/SET], select the [Setup
  • Panasonic DMC-SZ8 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 151
    Others When pictures are taken using the zoom, they are slightly distorted and the areas around the subject contain colors which are not actually present. • It is possible that the subject may be warped slightly, or the borders get colored, depending on the zoom magnification, due to the
  • Panasonic DMC-SZ8 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 152
    Others Cautions for Use Optimal use of the camera 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
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    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 monitor • Do not press the monitor with excessive force. Uneven colors may appear on the monitor and it may malfunction. • If the
  • Panasonic DMC-SZ8 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 154
    Others Battery The battery is a rechargeable lithium ion battery. Its ability to generate power comes from the chemical reaction that takes place inside it. If the surrounding temperature is too high or too low, the operating time of the battery may become shorter. Always remove the battery after
  • Panasonic DMC-SZ8 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 155
    repaired. • Please contact the dealer where you purchased the camera or Panasonic if above operations are not possible due to malfunction. When transferring to of the memory card" above. When uploading images on web services • Images may contain information that can be used for identifying
  • Panasonic DMC-SZ8 | Advanced Owners Manual - Page 156
    data • Recorded data may be damaged or lost if the camera breaks down due to inappropriate handling. Panasonic will not be liable for any damage suffered due to loss of recorded data. About tripods or unipods or unipod. • Read the operating instructions for the tripod or unipod carefully. - 156 -
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    in the United States and/or other countries. • App Store is a service mark of Apple Inc. • Android and Google Play are trademarks or registered • Other names of systems and products mentioned in these instructions are usually the registered trademarks or trademarks of the manufacturers who
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