Page 1 Owner’s Manual for advanced features Digital Camera DMC-SZ9 Model No. Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and save this manual for future use. Register online at www.panasonic.com/register VQT4S61 (U.S. customers only) F1212MR0...
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents Before Use Care of the camera ...................... 7 Standard Accessories....................8 Names and Functions of Main Parts................9 Preparation Charging the Battery....................11 • Inserting the Battery.................... 12 • Charging ......................14 • Approximate operating time and number of recordable pictures ......17 Inserting and Removing the Card (optional) ............
Page 3 Recording About the LCD Monitor ..................... 56 Using the Zoom ......................57 • Optical Zoom ...................... 57 • Extended Optical Zoom (EZ) ................58 • Intelligent Zoom ....................58 • Digital Zoom......................58 Taking Pictures Using the Built-in Flash..............59 •...
Page 4 Entering Text......................80 Using the [Rec] Menu....................81 • [Picture Size]....................... 81 • [Quality]....................... 82 • [Sensitivity]......................83 • [White Balance]....................84 • [AF Mode] ......................86 • [Quick AF] ......................88 • [Face Recog.] ..................... 89 • [i.Exposure]......................93 •...
Page 5 Wi-Fi Wi-Fi function ......................128 What you can do with the Wi-Fi function .............. 131 Remote Shooting..................... 132 • Installing the smartphone/tablet app “Image App” ........... 132 • Connecting to a smartphone/tablet..............133 • Taking pictures via a smartphone/tablet (remote recording)......134 •...
Page 6 Connecting to other equipment Playing Back Pictures on a TV Screen..............170 • Using VIERA Link (HDMI)................. 172 Playing back 3D pictures..................174 Saving still pictures and motion pictures on your PC......... 176 • About the supplied software ................177 Saving still pictures and motion pictures on a Recorder........
Page 7: Before Use
Before Use Care of the camera Do not subject to strong vibration, shock, or pressure. • The lens, LCD 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: –...
Page 8: Standard Accessories
You can record or play back pictures on the built-in memory when you are not using a card. • If any accessories are lost, customers in the USA 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 further information about obtaining replacement parts.
Page 9: Names And Functions Of Main Parts
Before Use Names and Functions of Main Parts Flash (P59) Lens (P7, 191) Self-timer indicator (P63) AF Assist Lamp (P97) 9 10 LCD monitor (P56, 188, 191) [MENU/SET] button (P44) [DISP.] button (P56) [Q.MENU] button (P45)/ ] (Delete/Cancel) button (P42) [MODE] button (P27, 103) Charging lamp...
Page 10 24 Card/Battery door (P12, 25 DC coupler cover • When using an AC adaptor (optional), ensure that the Panasonic DC coupler (optional) and AC adaptor are used. (P13) 26 Release lever (P12, - 10 -...
Page 11: Preparation
Please be advised that we are not liable for any accident or failure occurring as a result of use of a counterfeit battery pack. To ensure that safe products are used, we recommend that a genuine Panasonic battery pack is used.
Page 12: Inserting The Battery
Insert the battery into the camera to charge it. Slide the release lever in the direction of the arrow and open the card/battery door. • Always use genuine Panasonic batteries. • If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product.
Page 13 Preparation When using an AC adaptor, ensure that the Panasonic DC coupler (optional) and AC adaptor (optional) are used. The AC adaptor (optional) can only be used with the designated Panasonic DC coupler (optional). The AC adaptor (optional) cannot be used by itself.
Page 14: Charging
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. Check that this unit is turned off. A To power outlet B AC adaptor (supplied) C PC (Turned on) D USB connection cable (supplied)
Page 15 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.) ∫ Charging time When using the AC adaptor (supplied) Charging time Approx. 150 min •...
Page 16 Otherwise, a fire and/or electric shocks may be caused by short-circuiting or the resulting heat generated. • 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 adaptors except the supplied one.
Page 17: Approximate Operating Time And Number Of Recordable Pictures
CIPA is an abbreviation of [Camera & Imaging Products Association]. Temperature: 23 oC (73.4 oF)/Humidity: 50%RH when LCD monitor is on. • • Using a Panasonic SD Memory Card (32 MB). • Using the supplied battery. • Starting recording 30 seconds after the camera is turned on. (When the Optical Image Stabilizer function is set to [ON].)
Page 18 Preparation ∫ Playback Playback time Approx. 150 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: –...
Page 19: Inserting And Removing The Card (Optional)
• Check that this unit is turned off. • We recommend using a Panasonic card. Slide the release lever in the direction of the arrow and open the card/battery door. Push it securely all the way until you hear a “click”...
Page 20: About The Built-In Memory/The Card
• Check that the PC and other equipment are compatible when using the SDXC Memory Cards. SDXC Memory Card http://panasonic.net/avc/sdcard/information/SDXC.html (48 GB, 64 GB) • Only the cards with capacity listed left can be used. ¢ SD Speed Class is the speed standard regarding continuous writing. Check via the label on the card, etc.
Page 21 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/optional). Furthermore, do not subject the camera to vibration, impact or static electricity. The card or the data on the card may be damaged, and this unit may no longer operate normally.
Page 22: Approximate Number Of Recordable Pictures And Available Recording Time
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 [DISP.]. (P56) A Number of recordable pictures B Available recording time R 1m10s...
Page 23 Preparation ∫ Available recording time (when recording motion pictures) • “h” is an abbreviation for hour, “m” for minute and “s” for second. [AVCHD] Recording quality Built-in Memory 2 GB 32 GB 64 GB setting (Approx. 60 MB) [FHD/60i] 14m00s 4h10m 8h27m [HD/60p]...
Page 24: Setting Date/Time (Clock Set)
Preparation Setting Date/Time (Clock Set) • The clock is not set when the camera is shipped. Press camera [ON/OFF] button. • If the language select screen is not displayed, proceed to step Press [MENU/SET]. Press 3/4 to select the language, and press [MENU/SET]. Press [MENU/SET].
Page 25: Changing The Clock Setting
Preparation Changing the Clock Setting Select [Clock Set] in the [Rec] or [Setup] menu, and press [MENU/SET]. (P44) • The clock can be reset as shown in steps • The clock setting is maintained for 3 months using the built-in clock battery even without the battery.
Page 26: Tips For Taking Good Pictures
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. • To prevent dropping, be sure to attach the supplied strap and fit it to your wrist. (P10) •...
Page 27: Basic
Basic Selecting the Recording Mode Press [MODE]. Press 3/4/2/1 to select the Recording Mode. Press [MENU/SET]. ∫ List of Recording Modes ¦ Intelligent Auto Mode (P28) The subjects are recorded using settings automatically selected by the camera. Normal Picture Mode (P32) The subjects are recorded using your own settings.
Page 28: Taking Pictures Using The Automatic Function (Intelligent Auto Mode)
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 pictures easily.
Page 29 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-Scenery] ¢1 [i-Macro] [i-Night Portrait] ¢...
Page 30: Changing The Settings
Basic Changing the settings Following menus can be set. Menu Item ¢ ¢ ¢ [Rec] [Picture Size] /[Burst] /[Color Mode] /[Motion Deblur]/ [iHandheld Nite Shot]/[iHDR]/[Face Recog.] [Motion Picture] [Rec Format]/[Rec Quality] ¢ [Setup] [Clock Set]/[World Time]/ [Beep] /[Language]/ [Airplane Mode]/ [Stabilizer Demo.] •...
Page 31 Basic ∫ [iHDR] When [iHDR] is set to [ON] and there is, for example, strong contrast between the background and the subject, multiple still pictures are recorded with differing exposures and combined to create a single still picture rich in gradation. •...
Page 32: Taking Pictures With Your Favorite Settings (Normal Picture Mode)
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. Press [MODE].
Page 33: Focusing
Basic Focusing Aim the AF area at the subject, and then press the shutter button halfway. 1/60 1/60 1/60 F3.1 F3.1 F3.1 When the subject is focused When the subject is not Focus focused Focus indication A Blinks AF area B White>Green White>Red Sound...
Page 34 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) Aim the AF area at the subject, and press the shutter button halfway to fix the focus and exposure.
Page 35: Recording Motion Pictures
Also, the recording information may not be displayed properly. In this case, use this unit. • For details on MP4 compatible devices, refer to the support sites below. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/ (This Site is English only.) - 35 -...
Page 36 Basic • When recording to the built-in memory, the [MP4] setting is fixed to [VGA/30p]. • The available recording time displayed on the screen may not decrease regularly. • Depending on the type of the card, the card access indication may appear for a while after recording motion pictures.
Page 37: Recording Still Pictures While Recording Motion Pictures
Basic Recording still pictures while recording motion pictures Still pictures can be recorded even while recording a motion picture. (Simultaneous recording) During motion picture recording, press the shutter button fully to record a still picture. • The picture is saved with the following conditions. [AVCHD] Picture size [MP4]...
Page 38: Playing Back
Basic Playing Back Press [(]. Press 2/1 to select pictures. 100-0001 100-0001 100-0001 A File number 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.
Page 39 Basic ∫ Operations performed during Motion Picture Playback Play/Pause Stop ¢ Fast rewind Frame-by-frame rewind (while pausing) ¢ Fast forward Frame-by-frame forward (while pausing) ¢ The fast forward/rewind speed increases if you press 1/2 again. – You can adjust the volume with the zoom lever. •...
Page 40: Displaying Multiple Screens (Multi Playback)
Basic Displaying Multiple Screens (Multi Playback) Rotate the zoom lever towards [L] (W). 1/26 1 screen>12 screens>30 screens>Calendar screen display A Number of the selected picture and the total number of recorded pictures • Rotate the zoom lever towards [Z] (T) to return to the previous screen.
Page 41: Creating Still Pictures From A Motion Picture
Basic Creating Still Pictures from a Motion Picture You can create a single still picture from a recorded motion picture. Press 3 to pause motion picture playback. Press [MENU/SET]. • Confirmation screen is displayed. It is executed when [Yes] is selected. Exit the menu after it is executed.
Page 42: Deleting Pictures
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 deleted, and then press •...
Page 43: To Delete Multiple Pictures (Up To 50) Or All The Pictures
Basic To delete multiple pictures (up to 50) or all the pictures Press [ Press 3/4 to select [Delete Multi] or [Delete All] and then press [MENU/SET]. [Delete All] > Confirmation screen is displayed. • Pictures are deleted by selecting [Yes]. •...
Page 44: Setting The Menu
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 relating to the camera’s clock and power.
Page 45: Using The Quick Menu
Basic 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) Press 3/4 to select the setting and then press [MENU/SET].
Page 46: About The Setup Menu
Basic About the Setup Menu For details on how to select the [Setup] menu settings, refer to P44. • [Clock Set], [Economy] and [Auto Review] are important items. Check their settings before using them. ¢ • In Intelligent Auto Mode, only [Clock Set], [World Time], [Airplane Mode], [Beep] , [Language], [Stabilizer Demo.] can be set.
Page 47 Basic Departure date and return date of the travel as well as the name of the travel destination can be set. You can display the number of days that have passed when playing back the pictures and stamp it on the recorded pictures with [Text Stamp] (P116).
Page 48 Basic Restricts Wi-Fi settings. [ON]: Wi-Fi functions cannot be used. [Airplane Mode] [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. This allows you to set the beep and shutter sound.
Page 49 Basic These menu settings make it easier to see the LCD monitor when you are in bright places or when you are holding the camera high above your head. ¢ [„] ([Auto Power Monitor]) The brightness is adjusted automatically depending on how bright it is around the camera.
Page 50 Basic This allows you to set either to display or not display the histogram. [ON]/[OFF] A Histogram is a graph that displays brightness along the horizontal axis (black to white) and the number of [Histogram] pixels at each brightness level on the vertical axis. It allows you to easily check a picture’s exposure.
Page 51 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 LCD monitor. p [Auto Power Off]: The camera is automatically turned off if the camera has not been used for the time selected on the setting.
Page 52 Basic v [No.Reset] Reset the file number of the next recording to 0001. • The folder number is updated and the file number starts from 0001. • A folder number between 100 and 999 can be assigned. When the folder number reaches 999, the number cannot be reset. We recommend formatting the card (P54) after saving the data on a PC or elsewhere.
Page 53 Basic Set to match the type of TV. ] ( [TV Aspect]): [W]: | [Output] When connecting to a 16:9 screen TV. [X]: When connecting to a 4:3 screen TV. • This will work when the AV cable (optional) is connected. Setup so this unit can be controlled by the remote control of the VIERA by automatically coupling this unit with the VIERA Link compatible equipment using HDMI micro cable (optional).
Page 54 • It may take longer to format the built-in memory than the card. • If the built-in memory or the card cannot be formatted, consult Panasonic. For Canadian assistance, please call: For USA and Puerto Rico assistance, please call: 1-800-99-LUMIX (1-800-995-8649) or 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: send e-mail to: lumixconcierge@ca.panasonic.com...
Page 55 Basic Displays the amount of jitter the camera has detected. A Amount of jitter B Amount of jitter after correction [Stabilizer Demo.] • The Stabilizer function is switched between [On] and [Off] every time [MENU/SET] is pressed. • In Playback Mode, [Stabilizer Demo.] cannot be displayed. •...
Page 56: About The Lcd Monitor
Recording About the LCD Monitor Press [DISP.] to change. A LCD monitor • When the menu screen appears, the [DISP.] button is not activated. During Playback Zoom, motion picture playback, panorama playback or a slide show, you can only select “Normal display H”...
Page 57: Using The Zoom
Recording Using the Zoom 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 towards Tele.
Page 58: Extended Optical Zoom (Ez)
Recording Extended Optical Zoom (EZ) This function works when any of the picture sizes (P81) indicated with is selected. You can zoom in further than you can with the Optical Zoom without deteriorating the image quality. Maximum magnification: 22.5k (This includes the optical zoom magnification. The magnification level differs depending on [Picture Size] setting.) •...
Page 59: Taking Pictures Using The Built-In Flash
Recording Taking Pictures Using the Built-in Flash Applicable modes: A Photo flash Do not cover it with your fingers or other objects. Switching to the appropriate flash setting Set the flash to match the recording. Press 1 [‰]. Press 3/4 to select the item and then press [MENU/SET].
Page 60 Recording ∫ Available Flash Settings in Recording Mode The available flash settings depend on the Recording Mode. (±: Available, —: Not available, ¥: Scene Mode initial setting) ‡ ‰ Œ ¢ ± ± — — — ± ± ± ± ±...
Page 61 Recording • If you bring the Flash too close to an object, the object may be distorted or discolored by the heat or lighting from the Flash. • Recording a subject from too close, or without sufficient flash will not provide the appropriate level of exposure, and may result in a picture that is too white or dark.
Page 62: Taking Close-Up Pictures ([Af Macro]/[Macro Zoom])
Recording Taking Close-up Pictures ([AF Macro]/[Macro Zoom]) Applicable modes: This mode allows you to take close-up pictures of a subject, e.g. when taking pictures of flowers. Press 4 [#]. Press 3/4 to select the item and then press [MENU/SET]. Item Description of settings You can take pictures of a subject as close as 5 cm (0.16 feet) ] ([AF Macro])
Page 63: Taking Pictures With The Self-Timer
Recording Taking Pictures with the Self-timer Applicable modes: Press 2 [ë]. Press 3/4 to select the item and then press [MENU/SET]. Item Description of settings Picture is taken 10 seconds after shutter is pressed. ([10sec.]) Picture is taken 2 seconds after shutter is pressed. •...
Page 64: Compensating The Exposure
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 Compensate the exposure towards positive. towards negative. Press 3 [È] until [Exposure] appears.
Page 65: Taking Pictures Using Auto Bracket
Recording Taking Pictures Using Auto Bracket Applicable modes: In this mode, 3 pictures are automatically recorded in the selected exposure compensation range each time the shutter button is pressed. With Auto Bracket d1 EV 1st picture 2nd picture 3rd picture d0 EV j1 EV i1 EV...
Page 66: Taking Pictures With Different Image Effects (Creative Control Mode)
Recording Taking Pictures with different image effects (Creative Control Mode) Recording Mode: This mode records with additional image effects. You can set the effects to add by selecting example images and checking them on the screen. Press [MODE]. Press 3/4/2/1 to select [Creative Control], and then press [MENU/ SET].
Page 67: [Expressive]
Recording ¢ 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. [High Key] This effect adds a bright, airy and soft feel to the overall image. •...
Page 68: [Sepia]
Recording [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 your photo a dramatic contrast look. • If you select this effect with Panorama Shot Mode, seams between pictures may become noticeable.
Page 69: [Cross Process]
Recording [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 [MENU/SET]. [Toy Effect] This effect reduces peripheral brightness to give the impression of a toy camera.
Page 70: [Soft Focus]
Recording [Soft Focus] This effect blurs the overall image to produce a soft feel. • Display of the recording screen will be delayed more than usual and the screen will look as if frames are dropping. [Star Filter] This effect transforms pin-points of light into a star effect. •...
Page 71: Taking Panorama Pictures (Panorama Shot Mode)
Recording Taking panorama pictures (Panorama Shot Mode) Recording Mode: Pictures are recorded continuously while moving the camera horizontally or vertically, and are combined to make a single panorama picture. Press [MODE]. Press 3/4/2/1 to select [Panorama Shot], and then press [MENU/SET]. Press 3/4 to select the recording direction and then press [MENU/SET].
Page 72 Recording Press the shutter button fully and record a picture while moving the camera in a small circle in the direction selected in Step Recording from left to right Move the camera in a single panning motion for about 8 seconds. •...
Page 73 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 recorded at the suitable focus or brightness.
Page 74: Taking Pictures That Match The Scene Being Recorded (Scene Mode)
Recording Taking pictures that match the scene being recorded (Scene Mode) Recording Mode: When you select a Scene Mode to match the subject and recording situation, the camera sets the optimal exposure and hue to obtain the desired picture. Press [MODE]. Press 3/4/2/1 to select [Scene Mode], and then press [MENU/SET].
Page 75: [Portrait]
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 to the subject to make this mode more effective.
Page 76: [Night Portrait]
Recording [Night Portrait] This allows you to take pictures of a person and the background with near real-life brightness. ∫ Technique for Night Portrait Mode • Use the flash. (You can set to [ • Ask the subject not to move while taking a picture. •...
Page 77: [Baby1]/[Baby2]
Recording [Baby1]/[Baby2] This takes pictures of a baby with a healthy complexion. When you use the flash, the light from it is weaker than usual. It is possible to set different birthdays and names for [Baby1] and [Baby2]. You can select to have these appear at the time of playback, or have them stamped on the recorded image using [Text Stamp] (P116).
Page 78: [High Sens.]
Recording [High Sens.] This mode minimizes the jitter of the subjects, and enables you to take pictures of these subjects in dimly lit rooms. ∫ Picture Size Select the picture size of 3M (4:3), 2.5M (3:2), 2M (16:9) or 2.5M (1:1). [Starry Sky] This mode allows you to take vivid pictures of a starry sky or a dark subject.
Page 79: [3D Photo Mode]
Recording [3D Photo Mode] Pictures are recorded continuously while moving the camera horizontally, and two pictures selected automatically are combined to make a single 3D picture. To view 3D pictures, a television that supports 3D is required. (This unit will play back in 2D) Refer to P174 for details about the playback method.
Page 80: Entering Text
Recording Entering Text It is possible to enter babies’ and pets’ names and the locations when recording. 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.) Press 3/4/2/1 to select text and then press [MENU/SET] to register.
Page 81: Using The [Rec] Menu
Recording Using the [Rec] Menu For details on [Rec] menu settings, refer to P44. [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 4608k3456...
Page 82: [Quality]
Recording [Quality] Applicable modes: Set the compression rate at which the pictures are to be stored. Settings Description of settings ([Fine]) When giving priority to the picture quality When using the standard picture quality and increasing the number of [›] ([Standard]) pictures to be recorded without changing the number of pixels •...
Page 83: [Sensitivity]
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 Description of settings The ISO sensitivity is automatically adjusted according to the [AUTO] brightness.
Page 84: [White Balance]
Recording [White Balance] Applicable modes: In sunlight, under incandescent lights or in other such conditions where the color of white takes on a reddish or bluish tinge, this item adjusts to the color of white which is closest to what is seen by the eye in accordance with the light source.
Page 85 Recording Setting the White Balance manually Set the White Balance value. Use to match the condition when taking photographs. Select [Ó] and then press [MENU/SET]. Aim the camera at a sheet of white paper etc. so that the frame in the center is filled by the white object only and then press [MENU/ SET].
Page 86: [Af Mode]
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 The camera automatically detects the person’s face. (max. [š] ([Face Detection]) 15 areas) The focus and exposure can then be adjusted to fit that face no matter what portion of the picture it is in.
Page 87 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 same distance away as the faces within the yellow AF areas are also brought into focus.
Page 88: [Quick Af]
Recording [Quick AF] Applicable modes: As long as the camera is held steady, the camera will automatically adjust the focus and focus adjustment will then be quicker when the shutter is pressed. This is useful when you do not want to miss a picture-taking opportunity. Settings: [ON]/[OFF] •...
Page 89: [Face Recog.]
Recording [Face Recog.] Applicable modes: Face Recognition is a function which finds a face resembling a registered face and prioritizes focus and exposure automatically. Even if the person is located towards the back or on the end of a line in a group photo, the camera can still take a clear picture. Settings: [ON]/[OFF]/[MEMORY] [Face Recog.] is initially set to [OFF] on the camera.
Page 90 Recording Face Settings You can register information such as names and birthdays for face images of up to 6 people. Registration can be facilitated by taking multiple face images of each person. (up to 3 pictures/registration) Select [Face Recog.] on the [Rec] menu and then press [MENU/SET]. Press 3/4 to select [MEMORY] and then press [MENU/SET].
Page 91 Recording Select item to edit with 3/4, and then press [MENU/SET]. Item Description of settings 1 Press 4 to select [SET] and then press [MENU/SET]. 2 Enter the name. [Name] • “ ” For details on how to enter characters, refer to Entering Text section on P80.
Page 92 Recording ∫ Point of recording when registering the face images (Good example for • Face front with eyes open and mouth closed, making sure the registering) outline of the face, the eyes, or the eyebrows are not covered with the hair when registering. •...
Page 93: [I.exposure]
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] • ] in the screen turns yellow when [i.Exposure] is in effect. •...
Page 94: [I.resolution]
Recording [i.Resolution] Applicable modes: Pictures with sharp profile and resolution can be taken by using the Intelligent Resolution Technology. Settings Description of settings [i.Resolution] is activated. [ON] [i.Resolution] is activated, and zoom magnification increased to 2 times [i.ZOOM] while limiting deterioration of the picture. [OFF] —...
Page 95: [Burst]
Recording [Burst] Applicable modes: Pictures are taken continuously while the shutter button is pressed. Number of Settings Description of settings recordable pictures • The focus, exposure, and White Balance are adjusted for each picture recorded in the burst. ([2 fps AF-Continuous]) max.
Page 96 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 decreases.
Page 97: [Color Mode]
Recording [Color Mode] Applicable modes: Sets various color effects, including making the picture sharper, brighter, or applying a sepia tone. Settings Description of settings This is the standard setting. [STANDARD] ¢1 Image with enhanced brightness and vividness. [Happy] ¢2 The picture becomes sharper. [VIVID] The picture becomes black and white.
Page 98: [Red-Eye Removal]
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] • Only available when [AF Mode] is set to [š] and Face Detection is active. •...
Page 99: [Date Stamp]
Recording [Date Stamp] Applicable modes: You can take a picture with date and time of recording. Settings Description of settings Stamp the year, month, and day. [W/O TIME] Stamp the year, month, day, hour, and minutes. [WITH TIME] [OFF] — •...
Page 100: Using The [Motion Picture] Menu
Recording Using the [Motion Picture] Menu For details on [Motion Picture] menu settings, refer to P44. • The [Motion Picture] menu is not displayed in the following cases. – [Soft Focus]/[Star Filter] (Creative Control Mode) – [3D Photo Mode] (Scene Mode) [Rec Format] Applicable modes: This sets up the data format of motion pictures.
Page 101: [Rec Quality]
Recording [Rec Quality] Applicable modes: This sets up the picture quality of motion pictures. When [AVCHD] is selected Item Size Frame rate Bit rate Aspect ratio ¢1 [FHD/60i] 1920k1080 17 Mbps 16:9 ¢1 [HD/60p] 1280k720 ¢1 The sensor output is 30 frames/second When [MP4] is selected Item Size...
Page 102: [Continuous Af]
Recording [Continuous AF] Applicable modes: It will continually keep on focusing on a subject for which the focus was once set. Settings: [ON]/[OFF] • Set this function to [OFF] if you wish to fix the focus on the position where you started the motion picture recording.
Page 103: Playback/Editing
Playback/Editing Various methods of playback You can play back the recorded pictures in various methods. Press [(]. Press [MODE]. Press 3/4/2/1 to select item, and then press [MENU/SET]. • Following items can be selected. ] ([All]) (P38) ¢ ] ([2D/3D Settings]) ] ([Slide Show]) (P104) ] ([Filtering Play])
Page 104: [Slide Show]
Playback/Editing [Slide Show] You can play back the pictures you have taken in synchronization with music, and you can do this in sequence while leaving a fixed interval between each of the pictures. You can also put together a slide show composed of only still pictures, only motion pictures, only 3D pictures etc.
Page 105 Playback/Editing ∫ To filter images for slide show playback You can filter images and play them back in a slide show by selecting [Filtering] on the slide show menu screen. • If you select [All], you can play back all images in a slide show. You can also filter images by using the same setting as [Filtering Play].
Page 106: [Filtering Play]
Playback/Editing [Filtering Play] Pictures are classified into only still pictures, only motion pictures, or only 3D pictures etc., and played back. Settings Description of settings [Picture Only] Only still pictures are played back. [Video Only] Only motion pictures are played back. Only 3D pictures are played back.
Page 107 Playback/Editing Sorting by category to play back Press 3/4 to select [Category Selection] and then press [MENU/SET]. Press 3/4/2/1 to select the category and then press [MENU/ SET] to set. • You can play back only the category in which an image has been found. Category Recording information e.g.
Page 108 Playback/Editing You can play back pictures taken on each date Press 3/4 to select [Select Date] and then press [MENU/SET]. Press 3/4/2/1 to select the date to be played back, and then press [MENU/SET]. • If there were no pictures recorded during a month, that month is not displayed.
Page 109: [Calendar]
Playback/Editing [Calendar] You can search for images by recorded date. Press 3/4/2/1 to select the date you want to search. • If there were no pictures recorded during a month, that month is not displayed. Press [MENU/SET] to display the list of images. •...
Page 110: Having Fun With Recorded Pictures (Retouch)
Playback/Editing Having Fun with Recorded Pictures (Retouch) You can adjust the color tone of the pictures taken, or add your preferred effects. • The processed pictures are newly generated, so be sure that you have enough space in the built-in memory or on the card.
Page 111: [Beauty Retouch]
Playback/Editing [Beauty Retouch] Apply effects similar to that of aesthetics or makeup to brighten up any face. Press 2/1 to select a picture, and then press 3. • If you have filtered images for playback by using [Slide Show] (P104) or [Filtering Play] (P106), the selection screen appears.
Page 112 Playback/Editing After finishing the picture editing, press [MENU/SET]. • Confirmation screen is displayed. Selecting [Yes] displays images before application and after application. Press [MENU/SET]. • Confirmation screen is displayed. It is executed when [Yes] is selected. • Two or more people may not be edited at once. Save the picture first, and then select the next person.
Page 113: [Creative Retouch]
Playback/Editing [Creative Retouch] You can add your desired effects to the pictures that you have taken. Press 2/1 to select an picture, and then press 3. • If you have filtered images for playback by using [Slide Show] (P104) or [Filtering Play] (P106), the selection screen appears.
Page 114: Using The [Playback] Menu
Playback/Editing Using the [Playback] Menu • With [Text Stamp], [Retouch], [Resize] or [Cropping], a new edited picture is created. A new picture cannot be created if there is no free space on the built-in memory or the card so we recommend checking that there is free space and then editing the picture.
Page 115: [Title Edit]
Playback/Editing • Location information can be written only to images taken on this camera. • Location information is not written onto the images that are recorded after [Send location data]. (P134) • Location information is not written onto the images recorded when [Rec Format] is set to [AVCHD]. •...
Page 116: [Text Stamp]
Playback/Editing [Text Stamp] You can stamp the recording date/time, name, location or travel date onto the recorded pictures. Select [Text Stamp] on the [Playback] menu. (P44) Press 3/4 to select [SINGLE] or [MULTI] and then press [MENU/SET]. [SINGLE] [MULTI] Select the picture, and then press [MENU/SET] to set.
Page 117 Playback/Editing Press 3/4 to select the settings, and then press [MENU/SET]. Item Setting item [W/O TIME]: Stamp the year, month and day. [WITH TIME]: [Shooting Date] Stamp the year, month, day, hour and minutes. [OFF] ([Face Recognition]): Stamps names registered in name settings for [Face Recog.].
Page 118: [Retouch]
Playback/Editing • When you print pictures stamped with text, the date will be printed over the stamped text if you specify printing of the date at the photo shop or on the printer. • You can set up to 50 pictures at one time in [MULTI]. •...
Page 119: [Video Divide]
Playback/Editing [Video Divide] Recorded motion picture can be divided in two. It is recommended for when you want to divide a part you need with a part you do not need. It cannot be restored once divided. Select [Video Divide] on the [Playback] menu. (P44) Press 2/1 to select the motion picture to divide, and then press [MENU/ SET].
Page 120: [Resize]
Playback/Editing [Resize] To allow easy posting to web pages, attachment to email etc., picture size (number of pixels) is reduced. Select [Resize] on the [Playback] menu. (P44) Press 3/4 to select [SINGLE] or [MULTI] and then press [MENU/SET]. Select the picture and size. [SINGLE] setting Press 2/1 to select the picture, and then press [MENU/ SET].
Page 121: [Cropping]
Playback/Editing [Cropping] You can enlarge and then clip the important part of the recorded picture. Select [Cropping] on the [Playback] menu. (P44) Press 2/1 to select the picture, and then press [MENU/SET]. Use the zoom lever and press 3/4/2/1 to select the parts to be cropped.
Page 122: [Favorite]
Playback/Editing [Favorite] You can do the following if a mark has been added to pictures and they have been set as favorites. • Play back only the pictures set as favorites. ([Favorite] in [Filtering Play]) • Play back the pictures set as favorites only as a Slide Show. •...
Page 123: [Print Set]
When you want to use a photo printing store to print pictures recorded on the built-in memory, copy them to a card (P127) and then set the print setting. For more information visit: http://panasonic.jp/dc/dpof_110/white_e.htm Select [Print Set] on the [Playback] menu. (P44) Press 3/4 to select [SINGLE] or [MULTI] and then press [MENU/SET]. [SINGLE]...
Page 124 Playback/Editing ∫ To print the date After setting the number of prints, set/cancel printing with the recording date by pressing [DISP.]. • Depending on the photo printing store or the printer, the date may not be printed even if you set to print the date.
Page 125: [Protect]
Playback/Editing [Protect] You can set protection for pictures you do not want to be deleted by mistake. Select [Protect] on the [Playback] menu. (P44) Press 3/4 to select [SINGLE] or [MULTI] and then press [MENU/SET]. [SINGLE] [MULTI] Select the picture, and then press [MENU/SET].
Page 126: [Face Rec Edit]
Playback/Editing [Face Rec Edit] You can delete or change the information relating to Face Recognition for the selected picture. Select [Face Rec Edit] on the [Playback] menu. (P44) Press 3/4 to select [REPLACE] or [DELETE] and then press [MENU/ SET]. Press 2/1 to select the picture and then press [MENU/SET].
Page 127: [Copy]
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. Select [Copy] on the [Playback] menu. (P44) Press 3/4 to select the copy destination and then press [MENU/SET]. ] ([IN>SD]): All the picture data in the built-in memory are copied onto the card at one time.
Page 128: Wi-Fi R Function
LAN devices, ensure that the appropriate measures are taken for safety designs and defects for the systems used. Panasonic will not take any responsibility for any damage that arises when using the camera for any purpose other than as a wireless LAN device.
Page 129 Wi-Fi ∫ Images that can be sent Destination Images to [Cloud [AV device] [Smart [Web send ¢1 [PC] Sync. [Printer] phone] service] [Home] [External] Service] ± ± ± ± ± ± ± JPEG ¢1 ± ± ± ± — — —...
Page 130 Wi-Fi • 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. (P48) • The camera cannot be used to connect to a public wireless LAN connection. •...
Page 131: What You Can Do With The Wi-Fi Function
Wi-Fi What you can do with the Wi-Fi function Linking with the Wi-Fi compatible equipment allows you to remotely operate the camera, or share pictures with people in distant places even during recording or playing back. Remote Shooting (P132) Playback on TV (P141) Linking with a smartphone/tablet enables the By linking with the DLNA compatible TV,...
Page 132: Remote Shooting
You can remotely operate the camera using a smartphone/tablet. You need to install “Image App” on your smartphone/tablet. Installing the smartphone/tablet app “Image App” The “Image App” is an application provided by Panasonic that allows your smartphone/tablet to perform the following operations of a Wi-Fi-compatible LUMIX. For Android...
Page 133: Connecting To A Smartphone/Tablet
Wi-Fi Connecting to a smartphone/tablet Preparations: • Install the “Image App” in advance. (P132) Press [Wi-Fi]. Press 3/4/2/1 to select [New Connection], and then press [MENU/SET]. • When connecting with the setting you used before, you can select the connection destination from [History Connection] (P135) [Favorite Connection] (P136).
Page 134: Taking Pictures Via A Smartphone/Tablet (Remote Recording)
Wi-Fi Changing the connection method ∫ • When connecting with [Via Network] (On the camera) Press 3/4 to select [Via Network], and then press [MENU/SET]. Select the method for connecting to a wireless access point, and set. • P138 Refer to for details.
Page 135: History Connection
Wi-Fi • Read the [Help] in the “Image App” menu for further details on how to operate. • To quit [Remote Shooting], press [ • Caution: Be sure to pay special attention to the privacy, the likeness rights, etc. of the subject when you use this function.
Page 136: Favorite Connection
Wi-Fi Registering to favorites If you register a frequently used Wi-Fi connection, you can quickly call it and connect. Press [Wi-Fi]. Press 3/4/2/1 to select [History Connection], and then press [MENU/SET]. Select the item you want to register to favorites with 3/4, and then press 1.
Page 137 Wi-Fi Editing the items registered to favorites Press [Wi-Fi]. Press 3/4/2/1 to select [Favorite Connection], and then press [MENU/SET]. Select the favorite item you want to edit with 3/4, and then press 1. Press 3/4 to select the item, and press [MENU/SET]. Item Description of settings [Remove from Favorite]...
Page 138: Selecting The Connection Method
Wi-Fi Selecting the connection method Connecting via a wireless access point You can select the method for connecting to a wireless access point. ¢ WPS refers to a function that allows you to easily configure the settings related to the connection and security of wireless LAN devices. To check if the wireless access point you are using is compatible with WPS, refer to the manual of the wireless access point.
Page 139 Wi-Fi If you are not sure about the WPS compatibility (connecting by [Manual Connection]) Search for available wireless access points. • Confirm encryption key of the selected wireless access point if the network authentication is encrypted. • When connecting by [Manual Input], confirm SSID, encryption type, encryption key of the wireless access point you are using.
Page 140: Connecting Directly
Wi-Fi Connecting directly You can select the method for connecting to the device you are using. Select the connection method supported by your device. Connection method Description of settings Set the device to Wi-Fi Direct mode. Press 3/4 to select [Wi-Fi Direct] and then press [MENU/ SET].
Page 141: Playback On Tv
Set the TV to DLNA waiting Mode. • Read the operating instructions for your TV. • For details on compatible devices, refer to the support sites below. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/ (This Site is English only.) Press [Wi-Fi]. Press 3/4/2/1 to select [New Connection], and then press [MENU/SET].
Page 142 Wi-Fi • Motion pictures cannot be played back. • During the multi/calendar playback, pictures displayed on the screen of this unit are not displayed on • When a TV is connected to this unit, the TV screen may temporarily return to the status before the connection.
Page 143: Send Images While Recording
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. • Motion pictures cannot be sent. •...
Page 144 Wi-Fi Selecting the method for connecting to the smartphone/tablet ∫ When you want to connect to the smartphone/tablet via a wireless access point (On your smartphone/tablet) On the setting menu of your smartphone/tablet, turn on the Wi-Fi function. Select the wireless access point you want to connect to, and set. ¢...
Page 145 Wi-Fi Changing the settings for sending images Press 3/4 to select the item, and press [MENU/SET]. Item Description of settings Resize the image to send. When [Send Images While Recording] is selected: [Original]: Send the image without changing the size. [Change (1M-2M)]: Resize the image before sending it.
Page 146: When Sending Images To Pc
Wi-Fi When sending images to PC Preparations: • Turn the computer on. • Prepare folders for receiving images on the PC before sending a picture to the PC. (P147) • If the workgroup of the destination PC has been changed from the standard setting, you also need to change the setting of this unit in [PC Connection].
Page 147 Wi-Fi To create a folder that receives images • Create a PC user account [account name (up to 254 characters) and password (up to 32 characters)] consisting of alphanumeric characters. An attempt to create a receive folder may fail if the account includes non-alphanumeric characters. ∫...
Page 148: When Sending Images To [Cloud Sync. Service]
Wi-Fi When sending images to [Cloud Sync. Service] Preparations: You need to register to “LUMIX CLUB” (P163) and configure the Cloud Sync. setting to send a picture to a Cloud Folder. Press [Wi-Fi]. Press 3/4/2/1 to select [New Connection], and then press [MENU/SET].
Page 149: When Sending Images To Web Service
Check this information before uploading images to WEB services. • Panasonic assumes no responsibility for the damages resulting from the leakage, loss, etc. of images uploaded on WEB services. •...
Page 150: When Sending Images To Av Device
Wi-Fi When sending images to AV device Preparations: When sending a picture to [Home], set your device to DLNA waiting mode. • Read the operating instructions of your device for details. When sending images to [External], the following are required: •...
Page 151: Send Images Stored In The Camera
Wi-Fi Send Images Stored in the Camera • When sending images on a mobile network, high packet communication fees may be incurred depending on the details of your contract. • Details of the playback menu [Favorite] or [Print Set] settings will not be sent. •...
Page 152 Wi-Fi Selecting the method for connecting to the smartphone/tablet ∫ When you want to connect to the smartphone/tablet via a wireless access point (On your smartphone/tablet) On the setting menu of your smartphone/tablet, turn on the Wi-Fi function. Select the wireless access point you want to connect to, and set. ¢...
Page 153 Wi-Fi Select and send the images [SINGLE] setting [SINGLE] [MULTI] 1 Press 2/1 to select the picture. 2 Press [MENU/SET]. • Confirmation screen is displayed. It is executed when [Yes] is selected. [MULTI] setting 1 Select the picture, and then press [DISP.] to set Press 2/1 to select Press 3/4/2/1 to (repeat).
Page 154: When Sending Images To Pc
Wi-Fi When sending images to PC Preparations: • Turn the computer on. • Prepare folders for receiving images on the PC before sending a picture to the PC. (P147) • If the workgroup of the destination PC has been changed from the standard setting, you also need to change the setting of this unit in [PC Connection].
Page 155: When Sending Images To [Cloud Sync. Service]
Wi-Fi When sending images to [Cloud Sync. Service] Preparations: You need to register to “LUMIX CLUB” (P163) and configure the Cloud Sync. setting (P148) to send a picture to a Cloud Folder. Press [Wi-Fi]. Press 3/4/2/1 to select [New Connection], and then press [MENU/SET].
Page 156: When Sending Images To Web Service
Check this information before uploading images to WEB services. • Panasonic assumes no responsibility for the damages resulting from the leakage, loss, etc. of images uploaded on WEB services. •...
Page 157: When Sending Images To Av Device
Wi-Fi When sending images to AV device Preparations: When sending a picture to [Home], set your device to DLNA waiting mode. • Read the operating instructions of your device for details. When sending images to [External], the following are required: •...
Page 158: When Sending Images To Printer
You can print out recorded pictures wirelessly from a PictBridge (wireless LAN-compatible) printer. ¢ Compliant with the DPS over IP standards. See the following website for information on the PictBridge (wireless LAN-compatible) printer. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/ (This Site is English only.) Press [Wi-Fi]. Press 3/4/2/1 to select [New Connection], and then press [MENU/SET].
Page 159: To Transfer Images Automatically ([Smart Transfer])
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 camera on an airplane or to a hospital, etc., set [Airplane Mode] to [ON], and turn off the camera because electromagnetic waves, etc.
Page 160: Performing Smart Transfer
Wi-Fi Performing smart transfer Preparation: Configure [Smart Transfer] in advance. (P159) Turn off the camera. (When using a power outlet) Connect the AC adaptor (supplied) and this camera with the USB connection cable (supplied), and insert the AC adaptor (supplied) into the power outlet. (When using a PC) Connect this unit to a PC by using the USB connection cable (supplied).
Page 161 Wi-Fi ∫ Changing the transfer destination or settings of images Select [Wi-Fi Setup] in the [Wi-Fi] menu, and press [MENU/SET]. (P44) Press 3/4 to select [Smart Transfer], and press [MENU/SET]. Press 3/4 to select [Set Destination], and press [MENU/SET]. Press 3/4 to select the item, and press [MENU/SET]. Item Description of settings Changes the destination.
Page 162 Wi-Fi ∫ To switch the priority setting between charging and image transfers ([Charge Priority]) Select [Wi-Fi Setup] in the [Wi-Fi] menu, and press [MENU/SET]. (P44) Press 3/4 to select [Smart Transfer], and press [MENU/SET]. Press 3/4 to select [Charge Priority], and press [MENU/SET]. Press 3/4 to select the item, and press [MENU/SET].
Page 163: Using "Lumix Club
You can set the same “LUMIX CLUB” login ID for this unit and a smartphone/tablet. (P165) Refer to the “LUMIX CLUB” site for details. http://lumixclub.panasonic.net/eng/c/ Select [Wi-Fi Setup] in the [Wi-Fi] menu, and press [MENU/SET]. (P44) Press 3/4 to select [LUMIX CLUB], and press [MENU/SET].
Page 164 Wi-Fi Check the login ID and press [MENU/SET]. • The login ID (12-digit number) will be displayed automatically. When logging in to the “LUMIX CLUB” with a computer, you only need to enter the numbers. • A message is displayed when the connection is complete. Press [MENU/SET].
Page 165 Wi-Fi To set the same login ID for the camera and the smartphone/tablet • Setting the same login ID on this unit and your smartphone/tablet is convenient for sending images on this unit to other devices or WEB services. When either this unit or the smartphone/tablet has acquired the login ID: Connect this unit to the smartphone/tablet.
Page 166: Using Web Services
“LUMIX CLUB”. Registering multiple WEB services will send images to all services simultaneously. • Check the “FAQ/Contact us” on the following site for compatible WEB services. http://lumixclub.panasonic.net/eng/c/lumix_faqs/ Preparation: Make sure that you have created an account on the WEB service you want to use, and have the login information available.
Page 167: Configuring The External Av Device Settings
Images can be sent to the AV device of relatives and acquaintances via “LUMIX CLUB”. • See the following site for AV device that is compatible with “LUMIX CLUB”. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/ (This Site is English only.) Preparations: Check the address number (16-digit number) and access number (4-digit number) of the destination AV device issued by “LUMIX CLUB”.
Page 168: How To Use The [Wi-Fi Setup] Menu
Wi-Fi How to Use the [Wi-Fi Setup] Menu For details on how to select the [Wi-Fi] menu settings, refer to P44. Configure the settings required for the Wi-Fi function. [Wi-Fi Setup] cannot be changed when connected to Wi-Fi. Select [Wi-Fi Setup] in the [Wi-Fi] menu, and press [MENU/SET]. (P44) Press 3/4 to select item, and press [MENU/SET].
Page 169 Wi-Fi Images can be sent to the AV device of relatives and acquaintances [External AV device] via “LUMIX CLUB”. • P167 Refer to for details. To prevent incorrect operation or use of the Wi-Fi function by a third party and to protect saved personal information, it is recommended that you protect the Wi-Fi function with a password.
Page 170: Connecting To Other Equipment
Do not connect devices to incorrect terminals. Doing so may cause malfunction. To connect with an HDMI micro cable (optional) • Always use a genuine Panasonic HDMI micro cable (RP-CHEU15: optional). Part number: RP-CHEU15 (1.5 m) (5 feet) •...
Page 171 Connecting to other equipment Turn on the TV and select the input to match the terminal in use. Turn the camera on and then press [(]. • Depending on the [Picture Size], black bands may be displayed on the top and bottom or the left and right of the pictures.
Page 172: Using Viera Link (Hdmi)
What is the VIERA Link (HDMI) (HDAVI Control™)? • This function allows you to use your remote control for the Panasonic TV for easy operations when this unit has been connected to a VIERA Link compatible device using an HDMI micro cable (optional) for automatic linked operations.
Page 173 Available linked operations between this unit and a Panasonic TV is different depending on the types of Panasonic TVs even if they are compatible with VIERA Link. Refer to the operating instructions of the TV for the operations that support on the TV.
Page 174: Playing Back 3D Pictures
SD card slot. For current information regarding devices that can play back 3D pictures recorded with this unit, please refer to the below support site. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/ (This Site is English only.) Preparations: Set the [3D Playback] to [...
Page 175 Pictures cannot be deleted when 3D pictures are being played back. The [Wi-Fi] menu, [Setup] menu, [Playback] menu and Playback zoom functions cannot be used. • 3D pictures can be saved to your computer or Panasonic devices. (P176) - 175 -...
Page 176: Saving Still Pictures And Motion Pictures On Your Pc
(Doing so will cause recorded images to be erased so do not choose to format.) If the card is not recognized, please refer to the below support site. http://panasonic.net/avc/sdcard/information/SDXC.html ∫ PC that can be used The unit can be connected to any PC capable of recognizing a mass storage device.
Page 177: About The Supplied Software
Connecting to other equipment About the supplied software The supplied CD-ROM includes the following software. Install the software on to your computer before use. • PHOTOfunSTUDIO 9.0 AE (Windows XP/Vista/7/8) This software allows you to manage images. For example, you can send pictures and motion pictures to a PC and sort them by recording date or model name.
Page 178 Connecting to other equipment ∫ Installing supplied software • Before inserting the CD-ROM, close all running applications. Check the environment of your PC. • Operating environment of “PHOTOfunSTUDIO 9.0 AE” – Windows XP (32bit) SP3, Windows Vista (32bit) SP2, Windows 7 (32bit/64bit) or SP1 Windows 8 (32bit/64bit)
Page 179 Doing so 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.
Page 180 Connecting to other equipment ∫ Copying to a PC without using “PHOTOfunSTUDIO” If the installation of “PHOTOfunSTUDIO” fails, you can copy files and folders to your PC by dragging and dropping them from the camera after connecting to your PC. Directory structure of built-in memory/card of this unit is shown by the figure below.
Page 181: Saving Still Pictures And Motion Pictures On A Recorder
Saving still pictures and motion pictures on a Recorder If you insert card holding content recorded with this unit into a Panasonic recorder, you can dub the content to a Blu-ray Disc or DVD etc. For details on Panasonic devices compatible with the respective file format (such as a Blu-ray Disc recorder), refer to the support sites below.
Page 182 Connecting to other equipment ∫ Dubbing with non-compatible equipment You can dub the content played back using this unit to non-compatible equipment such as recorders and video players by connecting this unit to the non-compatible equipment using an AV cable (optional). Non-compatible equipment will be able to play back the content. This is convenient if you wish to pass around dubbed content.
Page 183: Printing The Pictures
Doing so 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.
Page 184: Selecting A Single Picture And Printing It
Connecting to other equipment Selecting a single picture and printing it PictBridge Press 2/1 to select the picture and then press [MENU/ SET]. Press 3 to select [Print start] and then press [MENU/ SET]. • Refer to P185 for the items which can be set before starting to print the pictures.
Page 185: Print Settings
Connecting to other equipment Print Settings Select and set the items both on the screen in step of the “Selecting a single picture and printing it” and in step of the “Selecting multiple pictures and printing them” procedures. • When you want to print pictures in a paper size or a layout which is not supported by the camera, set [Paper Size] or [Page Layout] to [{] and then set the paper size or the layout on the printer.
Page 186 Connecting to other equipment [Paper Size] Item Description of settings Settings on the printer are prioritized. [L/3.5qk5q] 89 mmk127 mm [2L/5qk7q] 127 mmk178 mm [POSTCARD] 100 mmk148 mm [16:9] 101.6 mmk180.6 mm [A4] 210 mmk297 mm [A3] 297 mmk420 mm [10k15cm] 100 mmk150 mm [4qk6q]...
Page 187 Connecting to other equipment [Page Layout] (Layouts for printing that can be set with this unit) Item Description of settings Settings on the printer are prioritized. á 1 picture with no frame on 1 page â 1 picture with a frame on 1 page ã...
Page 188: Screen Display
Others Screen Display ∫ In recording 3s 3s 3s F3.1 F3.1 F3.1 1/60 1/60 1/60 22 21 Recording Mode 20 AF area (P33) Recording format (P100) 21 ISO sensitivity (P83) Recording Quality (P101) 22 AF Tracking (P87) Picture Size (P81) : AF assist lamp (P97) : Backlight Compensation...
Page 189 Others ∫ In playback 2 3 4 9 10 100 0001 100 0001 0001 1/12 1/12 1/12 3s 3s 3s 3s Playback Mode (P103) 15 Auto Retouch (P110) Protected picture (P125) Beauty Retouch (P111) Favorite (P122) Creative Retouch (P113) Date/Text stamped display (P99, 116) Motion picture playback (P38)
Page 190: Cautions For Use
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 radiation.
Page 191 Others Cleaning Before cleaning the camera, remove the battery or the DC coupler (optional), or disconnect the power plug from the outlet. Then wipe the camera with a dry, soft cloth. • When the camera is soiled badly, it can be cleaned by wiping the dirt off with a wrung wet cloth, and then with a dry cloth.
Page 192 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. This reaction is susceptible to the surrounding temperature and humidity. If the temperature is too high or too low, the operating time of the battery will become shorter.
Page 193 Others About 3D ∫ About 3D viewing Anyone who is hyper sensitive to light, suffers from heart disease or is otherwise unwell should avoid viewing 3D contents. • Viewing 3D contents may have an adverse effect to the individual. If you feel tired, uncomfortable or otherwise strange when viewing 3D contents, stop viewing at once.
Page 194 Information including personal information may be altered or vanish due to erroneous operation, effect of static electricity, accident, malfunction, repair, or other handlings. Please note in advance that Panasonic is not liable in any way for any direct or indirect damage from the alteration or vanishing of information or personal information.
Page 195 About the picture data Recorded data may be damaged or lost if the camera breaks down due to inappropriate handling. Panasonic will not be liable for any damage suffered due to loss of recorded data. About tripods or unipods •...
Page 196: Message Display
PC, etc. Data will be deleted. [Please turn camera off and then on again]/[System Error] • This message appears when the camera is not operating properly. > Turn the camera off and on. If the message persists, contact the dealer or Panasonic. - 196 -...
Page 197 Others [Memory Card Error]/[Memory card parameter error]/[This memory card cannot be used] > Use a card compatible with this unit. (P20) – SD Memory Card (8 MB to 2 GB) – SDHC Memory Card (4 GB to 32 GB) – SDXC Memory Card (48 GB, 64 GB) [Insert SD card again]/[Try another card] •...
Page 198 Others [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.
Page 199 Others [Some files cannot be sent because of destination limit]/[Transfer completed. Some files are left because of destination limit.] • Check the file format of the image to send. (P129) • Sending motion pictures may fail if the file size is too large. Split the motion picture using [Video Divide].
Page 200: Troubleshooting
Others Troubleshooting First, try out the following procedures (P200–212). If the problem is not resolved, it may be improved by selecting [Reset] (P52) on the [Setup] menu. Battery and power source The charging lamp has gone off but the unit has not been charged. Or the charging lamp blinks.
Page 201 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. (P42) • You may not be able to record for a short while after turning this unit on when using a large capacity card.
Page 202 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.) >...
Page 203 Others Subject cannot be locked. (AF tracking not possible) • Set the AF area to the distinctive color of the subject if there is a part that is different from the surrounding color. (P87) Recording by Panorama Shot Mode is ended before finishing. •...
Page 204 Others Flash The flash is not activated. • Is the flash setting set to [Œ]? > Change the flash setting. (P59) • The flash cannot be used in the following cases: – When using Auto Bracket (P65) – Creative Control Mode (P66) –...
Page 205 Others The folder number and the file number are displayed as [—] and the screen turns black. • Is this a non-standard picture, a picture which has been edited using a PC or a picture which was taken by another maker of digital cameras? •...
Page 206 Others About the Wi-Fi function It cannot connect to the wireless LAN. Radio waves get disconnected. • Use within the communication range of the wireless LAN network. • Connection types and security setting methods are different depending on the wireless access point. >...
Page 207 I have forgotten the login ID or password for the “LUMIX CLUB”. • Check the information in the login screen of “LUMIX CLUB”. http://lumixclub.panasonic.net/eng/c/ I do not have a wireless access point at my home, but I would like to perform service user registration of the “LUMIX CLUB”.
Page 208 Others I would like to return the image in the WEB service to the camera. • The images in the WEB Service cannot be saved (downloaded) to this unit. Do not delete the uploaded images, and make a backup of them. I cannot display or delete the images uploaded to the WEB service by this unit.
Page 209 Others TV, PC and printer The picture does not appear on the television. • Is the camera connected to the TV correctly? > Set the TV input to External Input Mode. The display areas on the TV screen and the camera’s LCD monitor are different. •...
Page 210 The card is not recognized by the PC. (SDXC memory 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 when connecting, but do not format.
Page 211 Others Others An unreadable language was selected by mistake. > Press [MENU/SET], select the [Setup] menu icon [ ]. Then press [MENU/SET], and then select the [~] icon to set the desired language. (P54) A red lamp sometimes turns on when the shutter button is pressed halfway. •...
Page 212 Others The file numbers are not recorded consecutively. • When you perform an operation after taking a certain action, the pictures may be recorded in folders with different numbers from the ones used prior to the operation. The file numbers are recorded with previously used numbers. •...
Page 213 Others • SDXC Logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC. • “AVCHD” and the “AVCHD” logo are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation. • Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
Page 214 This product incorporates the following software: (1) the software developed independently by or for Panasonic Corporation, (2) the software owned by third party and licensed to Panasonic Corporation and/or, (3) open sourced software including the software developed by the OpenSSL Project for use in the OpenSSL Toolkit (http://www.openssl.org/), and the software written by Eric Young...
Page 215 Others This product includes cryptographic software written by Eric Young (eay@cryptsoft.com). This product includes software written by Tim Hudson (tjh@cryptsoft.com). Original SSLeay License Copyright (C) 1995-1998 Eric Young (eay@cryptsoft.com) All rights reserved. This package is an SSL implementation written by Eric Young (eay@cryptsoft.com). The implementation was written so as to conform with Netscapes SSL.
Page 216 Others This product contains encryption software developed by Eric Young, and can be used under the following licencing conditions. Copyright (C) 1995-1998 Eric Young (eay@cryptsoft.com) All rights reserved. This package is an SSL implementation written by Eric Young (eay@cryptsoft.com). The implementation was written so as to conform with Netscapes SSL. This library is free for commercial and non-commercial use as long as the following conditions are adhered to.
Page 217 Others This product contains NetBSD software, and can be used under the following licencing conditions. Copyright (c) 1990 The Regents of the University of California. All rights reserved. This code is derived from software contributed to Berkeley by Chris Torek. Redistribution and use in source and binary forms, with or without modification, are permitted provided that the following conditions are met: Redistributions of source code must retain the above copyright notice, this list of conditions and...
Page 218 Others This product contains OpenSSL software developed by the OpenSSL Project, and can be used under the following licencing conditions. Copyright (c) 1999-2002 The OpenSSL Project. All rights reserved. Redistribution and use in source and binary forms, with or without modification, are permitted provided that the following conditions are met: Redistributions of source code must retain the above copyright notice, this list of conditions and the following disclaimer.
Page 219 Others This product contains encryption software developed by Eric Young, and can be used under the following licencing conditions. Copyright (C) 1995-1998 Eric Young (eay@cryptsoft.com) All rights reserved. This package is an SSL implementation written by Eric Young (eay@cryptsoft.com). The implementation was written so as to conform with Netscapes SSL. This library is free for commercial and non-commercial use as long as the following conditions are adhered to.
Page 220 Others This product contains NetBSD software, and can be used under the following licencing conditions. Copyright (c) 1990 The Regents of the University of California. All rights reserved. This code is derived from software contributed to Berkeley by Chris Torek. Redistribution and use in source and binary forms, with or without modification, are permitted provided that the following conditions are met: Redistributions of source code must retain the above copyright notice, this list of conditions and...
Page 221 Others This product contains NetBSD software, and can be used under the following licencing conditions. Copyright (c) 1989 The Regents of the University of California. All rights reserved. This code is derived from software contributed to Berkeley by Tom Truscott. Redistribution and use in source and binary forms, with or without modification, are permitted provided that the following conditions are met: Redistributions of source code must retain the above copyright notice, this list of conditions and...
Page 222 Others This product contains NetBSD software, and can be used under the following licencing conditions. Copyright (c) 1990, 1993 The Regents of the University of California. All rights reserved. This code is derived from software contributed to Berkeley by Chris Torek. Redistribution and use in source and binary forms, with or without modification, are permitted provided that the following conditions are met: Redistributions of source code must retain the above copyright notice, this list of conditions and...
Page 223 This product contains XML parser library, and can be used under the following licencing conditions. Copyright (c) 1998, 1999, 2000 Thai Open Source Software Center Ltd Permission is hereby granted, free of charge, to any person obtaining a copy of this software and associated documentation files (the "Software"), to deal in the Software without restriction, including without limitation the rights to use, copy, modify, merge, publish, distribute, sublicense, and/or sell copies of the Software, and to permit persons to whom the Software is furnished to do so, subject to...

Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ9 Owner's Manual

Before Use

Care of the Camera

Standard Accessories

Names and Functions of Main Parts

Preparation

Charging the Battery

Inserting and Removing the Card (Optional)

About the Built-In Memory/The Card

Setting Date/Time (Clock Set)

Tips for Taking Good Pictures

Basic

Selecting the Recording Mode

Taking Pictures Using the Automatic Function (Intelligent Auto Mode)

Taking Pictures with Your Favorite Settings (Normal Picture Mode)

Focusing

Recording Motion Pictures

Playing Back

Deleting Pictures

Setting the Menu

About the Setup Menu

Recording

About the LCD Monitor

Using the Zoom

Taking Pictures Using the Built-In Flash

Taking Close-Up Pictures ([AF Macro]/[Macro Zoom])

Taking Pictures with the Self-Timer

Compensating the Exposure

Taking Pictures Using Auto Bracket

Taking Pictures with Different Image Effects (Creative Control Mode)

Taking Panorama Pictures (Panorama Shot Mode)

Taking Pictures that Match the Scene Being Recorded (Scene Mode)

Entering Text

Using the [Rec] Menu

Using the [Motion Picture] Menu

Playback/Editing

Various Methods of Playback

Having Fun with Recorded Pictures (Retouch)

Using the [Playback] Menu

Wi-Fi R Function

What You Can Do with the Wi-Fi Function

Remote Shooting

Selecting the Connection Method

Playback on TV

Send Images While Recording

Send Images Stored in the Camera

To Transfer Images Automatically ([Smart Transfer])

Using “LUMIX CLUB”

How to Use the [Wi-Fi Setup] Menu

Connecting to Other Equipment

Playing Back Pictures on a TV Screen

Playing Back 3D Pictures

Saving Still Pictures and Motion Pictures on Your PC

Saving Still Pictures and Motion Pictures on a Recorder

Printing the Pictures

Others

Screen Display

Cautions for Use

Message Display

Troubleshooting

Quick Links

Need help?

Questions and answers

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