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DMC-FZ50 Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely. For USA assistance, please call: 1-800-272-7033 or send e-mail to : digitalstillcam@panasonic.com For Canadian assistance, please call: 1-800-561-5505 or visit us at www.panasonic.ca PP VQT0X92 Operating Instructions Digital Camera Model No.
DMC-FZ50 Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely. For USA assistance, please call: 1-800-272-7033 or send e-mail to : digitalstillcam@panasonic.com For Canadian assistance, please call: 1-800-561-5505 or visit us at www.panasonic.ca PP VQT0X92 Operating Instructions Digital Camera Model No.
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.... of your own private use , recording of pre-recorded tapes or discs or other published or broadcast material for purchasing this Panasonic Digital Camera. CAUTION Danger of the companies concerned. RBRC A lithium ion/polymer battery that the actual controls and components, menu items, etc... instructions are trademarks or registered trademarks of explosion if battery is recyclable powers the product you for purposes other than your Digital Camera may infringe copyright laws. Dispose of used batteries according to recycle this battery. 2 VQT0X92 Replace only with the same or...
.... of your own private use , recording of pre-recorded tapes or discs or other published or broadcast material for purchasing this Panasonic Digital Camera. CAUTION Danger of the companies concerned. RBRC A lithium ion/polymer battery that the actual controls and components, menu items, etc... instructions are trademarks or registered trademarks of explosion if battery is recyclable powers the product you for purposes other than your Digital Camera may infringe copyright laws. Dispose of used batteries according to recycle this battery. 2 VQT0X92 Replace only with the same or...
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... for Use 121 Message Display 122 Troubleshooting 124 Number of recordable pictures and available recording time 129 Specifications 132 Digital Camera Accessory System........ 135 Digital Camera Accessory Order Form (For USA Customers 136 Request for a fixed duration 102 • [FAVORITE] Setting your... use of the pictures ..... 87 • [AUDIO REC.] Recording still pictures with audio ...... 89 • [METERING MODE] Deciding the method to...
... for Use 121 Message Display 122 Troubleshooting 124 Number of recordable pictures and available recording time 129 Specifications 132 Digital Camera Accessory System........ 135 Digital Camera Accessory Order Form (For USA Customers 136 Request for a fixed duration 102 • [FAVORITE] Setting your... use of the pictures ..... 87 • [AUDIO REC.] Recording still pictures with audio ...... 89 • [METERING MODE] Deciding the method to...
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Preparation Preparation Standard Accessories Check that all the accessories are included before using the camera. 1 RP-SD032B 2 3 1 SD Memory Card (32 MB) (Indicated as "Card" in the text) 2 Battery Pack (Indicated as "Battery" in the text) 3 ... in the text) 4 USB Connection Cable 5 AV Cable 6 CD-ROM 7 Shoulder Strap 8 Lens Cap 9 Lens Hood • For information about optional accessories, refer to the "Digital Camera Accessory System". (P135) CGR-S006A 4 DE-993B Names of the Components K1HA08CD0007 1 23 4 5 K1HA08CD0008 6 8 9 10 VQT0X92 7 VFC4213 VYK1P30 1 Lens (P5) 2 Front dial...
Preparation Preparation Standard Accessories Check that all the accessories are included before using the camera. 1 RP-SD032B 2 3 1 SD Memory Card (32 MB) (Indicated as "Card" in the text) 2 Battery Pack (Indicated as "Battery" in the text) 3 ... in the text) 4 USB Connection Cable 5 AV Cable 6 CD-ROM 7 Shoulder Strap 8 Lens Cap 9 Lens Hood • For information about optional accessories, refer to the "Digital Camera Accessory System". (P135) CGR-S006A 4 DE-993B Names of the Components K1HA08CD0007 1 23 4 5 K1HA08CD0008 6 8 9 10 VQT0X92 7 VFC4213 VYK1P30 1 Lens (P5) 2 Front dial...
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...Strap Eyelet (P21) 22 Microphone (P76, 89) 23 Hot Shoe (P99) 24 Mode Dial (P6) 25 Camera ON/OFF Switch (P26) 26 Power Indicator (P32) 27 Single or Burst Mode Button (P55) 28 Optical ... (P22) 36 Battery Door Open/Close Lever (P18) 37 Battery Door (P18) 38 Tripod Receptacle • When you use a genuine Panasonic AC adaptor (DMW-AC7; 5 Diopter Adjustment Dial (P44) 6 Viewfinder (P13, 43) 7 [DISPLAY] Button (P43) 8 [EVF.../AF MACRO/MF) 31 Flash Open Lever (P47) 32 [REMOTE] Socket (P120) 33 [AV OUT/DIGITAL] Socket (P112, 115, 118) 34 [DC IN] Socket (P112, 115) • Always use a tripod, make ...
...Strap Eyelet (P21) 22 Microphone (P76, 89) 23 Hot Shoe (P99) 24 Mode Dial (P6) 25 Camera ON/OFF Switch (P26) 26 Power Indicator (P32) 27 Single or Burst Mode Button (P55) 28 Optical ... (P22) 36 Battery Door Open/Close Lever (P18) 37 Battery Door (P18) 38 Tripod Receptacle • When you use a genuine Panasonic AC adaptor (DMW-AC7; 5 Diopter Adjustment Dial (P44) 6 Viewfinder (P13, 43) 7 [DISPLAY] Button (P43) 8 [EVF.../AF MACRO/MF) 31 Flash Open Lever (P47) 32 [REMOTE] Socket (P120) 33 [AV OUT/DIGITAL] Socket (P112, 115, 118) 34 [DC IN] Socket (P112, 115) • Always use a tripod, make ...
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... setting (P62) 30 Continuous AF (P91) 31 Zoom (P37)/Extended optical zoom (P37)/Digital zoom (P38) 32 Operation for backlight compensation (P36) 33 Current date and time • This is displayed for about 5 seconds when the camera is turned on, after setting the clock and after switching from playback mode to... recording mode. 34 Age (P69) • This is displayed for about 5 seconds when the camera is turned on in baby mode, after setting the clock or birthday, and after switching from other modes to baby mode. 35 Auto bracket (P53...
... setting (P62) 30 Continuous AF (P91) 31 Zoom (P37)/Extended optical zoom (P37)/Digital zoom (P38) 32 Operation for backlight compensation (P36) 33 Current date and time • This is displayed for about 5 seconds when the camera is turned on, after setting the clock and after switching from playback mode to... recording mode. 34 Age (P69) • This is displayed for about 5 seconds when the camera is turned on in baby mode, after setting the clock or birthday, and after switching from other modes to baby mode. 35 Auto bracket (P53...
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... not be displayed. (P85) • If [ ] or [ ] is used in dark places. (P90) • Refer to P33 for power save (P29), the camera automatically turns off and on . Select program AE mode [ ]. PROGRAM SHIFT F2.8 1/25 • : Press the shutter button halfway to focus. • : Program... then the aperture value and the shutter speed are displayed. • We recommend checking that the clock is bigger than usual when using the digital zoom or when taking pictures. (P26) • When you do not operate it blinks, the remaining battery power is focused focused Blinks ...
... not be displayed. (P85) • If [ ] or [ ] is used in dark places. (P90) • Refer to P33 for power save (P29), the camera automatically turns off and on . Select program AE mode [ ]. PROGRAM SHIFT F2.8 1/25 • : Press the shutter button halfway to focus. • : Program... then the aperture value and the shutter speed are displayed. • We recommend checking that the clock is bigger than usual when using the digital zoom or when taking pictures. (P26) • When you do not operate it blinks, the remaining battery power is focused focused Blinks ...
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STABILIZER OFF MODE1 MODE2 • The stabilizer function may not be set the optical zoom to Wide (1M). Be careful of camera jitter when you want to exit the demonstration before it . 1 Press and hold the optical image stabilizer button until [STABILIZER] ... [MODE2] The jitter is compensated for it ends. 54 VQT0X92 While the demonstration is high. - When taking pictures while following cases. - In digital zoom range. - Advanced Optical Image Stabilizer While the demonstration is displayed, you want to take a ( ) picture with jitter. When the zoom ...
STABILIZER OFF MODE1 MODE2 • The stabilizer function may not be set the optical zoom to Wide (1M). Be careful of camera jitter when you want to exit the demonstration before it . 1 Press and hold the optical image stabilizer button until [STABILIZER] ... [MODE2] The jitter is compensated for it ends. 54 VQT0X92 While the demonstration is high. - When taking pictures while following cases. - In digital zoom range. - Advanced Optical Image Stabilizer While the demonstration is displayed, you want to take a ( ) picture with jitter. When the zoom ...
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... (Wide)/2 m (6.56 feet) (Tele) to c. • The ISO sensitivity is fixed to [ ]. • The auto bracket setting is disabled. • After turning on the camera in [BABY1]/ [BABY2] in steps 2 and 3. [SNOW] Press [ MENU SET ] to display the [SCENE MODE] menu and select a scene mode. (P64) This mode will ... set to [WITHOUT AGE], the age is set to [RAW]. • The extended optical zoom and digital zoom cannot be displayed even if camera is not recorded even if the time and birthday are displayed for about 5 seconds at ISO 3200 sensitivity. 3 • The resolution of the ...
... (Wide)/2 m (6.56 feet) (Tele) to c. • The ISO sensitivity is fixed to [ ]. • The auto bracket setting is disabled. • After turning on the camera in [BABY1]/ [BABY2] in steps 2 and 3. [SNOW] Press [ MENU SET ] to display the [SCENE MODE] menu and select a scene mode. (P64) This mode will ... set to [WITHOUT AGE], the age is set to [RAW]. • The extended optical zoom and digital zoom cannot be displayed even if camera is not recorded even if the time and birthday are displayed for about 5 seconds at ISO 3200 sensitivity. 3 • The resolution of the ...
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...adjusted according to the brightness. When you select [ ], digital zoom and auto bracket cannot be used. • Depending on the brightness and how fast the subject is moving, jitter may not be avoided even if [ ] is selected. • The camera may not be able to [ ] in auto mode ...8226; The ISO sensitivity cannot be adjusted from [ISO100] to [ISO400] when using the flash.) w About [ ] (Intelligent ISO sensitivity control) The camera detects the movement of the subject near the center of the screen and then sets the optimal ISO sensitivity and shutter speed according to the...
...adjusted according to the brightness. When you select [ ], digital zoom and auto bracket cannot be used. • Depending on the brightness and how fast the subject is moving, jitter may not be avoided even if [ ] is selected. • The camera may not be able to [ ] in auto mode ...8226; The ISO sensitivity cannot be adjusted from [ISO100] to [ISO400] when using the flash.) w About [ ] (Intelligent ISO sensitivity control) The camera detects the movement of the subject near the center of the screen and then sets the optimal ISO sensitivity and shutter speed according to the...
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Although you cannot see the difference on the camera's screen, the more the pixels the finer the picture will be cut .... Press [ MENU SET ] to display the [REC] mode menu and select the item to set. (P82) A digital picture is suitable for landscapes etc. Select to take pictures with the same aspect ratio as 35 mm film. This is ...made of numerous dots called pixels. Picture quality refers to the compression rate when saving digital pictures. where a wide view is preferable. Select to take pictures with the same 3:2 aspect ratio as a 4:3 TV ...
Although you cannot see the difference on the camera's screen, the more the pixels the finer the picture will be cut .... Press [ MENU SET ] to display the [REC] mode menu and select the item to set. (P82) A digital picture is suitable for landscapes etc. Select to take pictures with the same aspect ratio as 35 mm film. This is ...made of numerous dots called pixels. Picture quality refers to the compression rate when saving digital pictures. where a wide view is preferable. Select to take pictures with the same 3:2 aspect ratio as a 4:3 TV ...
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... You can enjoy more advanced picture editing if you select a picture size with recorded pictures. • When the quality is set to [RAW], the digital zoom cannot be used. • The quality cannot be selected differs depending on the aspect ratio. You can save RAW files in scene mode so... quality will be displayed on your PC etc., develop them and edit them using the software "SILKYPIX Developer Studio" by Ichikawa Soft Laboratory on the camera, the created JPEG file is extended 88 VQT0X92 to [RAW] - Resize - Fine (Low compression): This gives priority to [RAW]. - If you use RAW ...
... You can enjoy more advanced picture editing if you select a picture size with recorded pictures. • When the quality is set to [RAW], the digital zoom cannot be used. • The quality cannot be selected differs depending on the aspect ratio. You can save RAW files in scene mode so... quality will be displayed on your PC etc., develop them and edit them using the software "SILKYPIX Developer Studio" by Ichikawa Soft Laboratory on the camera, the created JPEG file is extended 88 VQT0X92 to [RAW] - Resize - Fine (Low compression): This gives priority to [RAW]. - If you use RAW ...
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...set . • The following figure. This is effective when the subject is not in the center of the screen. 3-area-focusing (High speed): The camera quickly focuses on the center of 3 focus areas points - This is effective when the subject is not in the center of the screen. 1-area-focusing...The picture may stop moving for a moment before being brought into focus when you can be selected as shown in dark places. When using the digital zoom or when taking pictures in the following operations will return the AF area to set . (P82) Select the mode that matches the recording ...
...set . • The following figure. This is effective when the subject is not in the center of the screen. 3-area-focusing (High speed): The camera quickly focuses on the center of 3 focus areas points - This is effective when the subject is not in the center of the screen. 1-area-focusing...The picture may stop moving for a moment before being brought into focus when you can be selected as shown in dark places. When using the digital zoom or when taking pictures in the following operations will return the AF area to set . (P82) Select the mode that matches the recording ...
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...up lens. The time required for details. Menu Settings [EXT.FLASH] Using an optional flash • Digital zoom cannot be used when using the close-up lens will be increased when compared to the camera's built in flash or AF assist lamp. (P91) • Read the operating instructions of the ...range of the zoom can be used when using a wide conversion lens. • When there is dirt (water, oil, and fingerprints, etc.) on the camera and the dedicated flash. • Be sure to firmly secure to dedicated flash with a soft, dry cloth before and after taking pictures. • Ensure ...
...up lens. The time required for details. Menu Settings [EXT.FLASH] Using an optional flash • Digital zoom cannot be used when using the close-up lens will be increased when compared to the camera's built in flash or AF assist lamp. (P91) • Read the operating instructions of the ...range of the zoom can be used when using a wide conversion lens. • When there is dirt (water, oil, and fingerprints, etc.) on the camera and the dedicated flash. • Be sure to firmly secure to dedicated flash with a soft, dry cloth before and after taking pictures. • Ensure ...
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... the motion pictures by directly inserting the card in calendar playback. • Was the picture edited with a PC or recorded with a digital camera from the actual recording date in the card slot of picture may be displayed with a date different from the actual recording date in calendar...back the pictures on the PC and you take pictures when aiming the camera up or down, the camera may also happen if the battery is removed immediately after recording or if recording with a digital camera from another manufacturer? This may recognize that automatically rotates the display of ...
... the motion pictures by directly inserting the card in calendar playback. • Was the picture edited with a PC or recorded with a digital camera from the actual recording date in the card slot of picture may be displayed with a date different from the actual recording date in calendar...back the pictures on the PC and you take pictures when aiming the camera up or down, the camera may also happen if the battery is removed immediately after recording or if recording with a digital camera from another manufacturer? This may recognize that automatically rotates the display of ...
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... with SD Memory Card/ SDHC Memory Card. The maximum recording time depends on the remaining capacity of view ratio about 100%) 132 VQT0X92 Others Specifications Digital Camera: Power Source: Power Consumption: Information for your safety DC 8.4 V 1.7 W (When recording with LCD Monitor) 1.7 W (When recording with Viewfinder) 1.0 W (When ...000 pixels Primary color filter Lens: Optical 12M zoom, fN7.4 mm to 88.8 mm (35 mm film camera equivalent: 35 mm to 420 mm)/F2.8 to F3.7 Digital zoom: Max. 4M Extended optical zoom: Max. 21.4M Focus: Normal/AF MACRO/Manual, 9-area-focusing...
... with SD Memory Card/ SDHC Memory Card. The maximum recording time depends on the remaining capacity of view ratio about 100%) 132 VQT0X92 Others Specifications Digital Camera: Power Source: Power Consumption: Information for your safety DC 8.4 V 1.7 W (When recording with LCD Monitor) 1.7 W (When recording with Viewfinder) 1.0 W (When ...000 pixels Primary color filter Lens: Optical 12M zoom, fN7.4 mm to 88.8 mm (35 mm film camera equivalent: 35 mm to 420 mm)/F2.8 to F3.7 Digital zoom: Max. 4M Extended optical zoom: Max. 21.4M Focus: Normal/AF MACRO/Manual, 9-area-focusing...
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Consult your local dealer. 135 VQT0X92 Digital Camera Accessory System Accessory# CGR-S006A Figure Description Lithum Ion Battery DMW-AC7 : DMW-LMC55 : DMW-LND55 : DMW-LT55 : DMW-LW55 : DMW-LC55 DMW-FL500 DMW-...
Consult your local dealer. 135 VQT0X92 Digital Camera Accessory System Accessory# CGR-S006A Figure Description Lithum Ion Battery DMW-AC7 : DMW-LMC55 : DMW-LND55 : DMW-LT55 : DMW-LW55 : DMW-LC55 DMW-FL500 DMW-...
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...this form when placing an order. 1. Digital Camera Model # 2. Method of payment (check one) Total Enclosed Check of Money Order enclosed (NO C.O.D.SHIPMENTS) VISA Credit Card # MasterCard Expiration Date Discover Customer Signature Make Check or Money Order to: PANASONIC ACCESSORIES (Please do not send cash)... Street Address City Last State Zip Phone#: Day ( ) Night ( ) TO OBTAIN ANY OF OUR DIGITAL CAMERA ACCESSORIES YOU CAN DO ANY OF THE FOLLOWING: VISIT YOUR LOCAL PANASONIC DEALER OR CALL PANASONIC'S ACCESSORY ORDER LINE AT 1-800-332-5368 [6 AM-5 PM M-F, 6 AM-10:30 AM SAT,...
...this form when placing an order. 1. Digital Camera Model # 2. Method of payment (check one) Total Enclosed Check of Money Order enclosed (NO C.O.D.SHIPMENTS) VISA Credit Card # MasterCard Expiration Date Discover Customer Signature Make Check or Money Order to: PANASONIC ACCESSORIES (Please do not send cash)... Street Address City Last State Zip Phone#: Day ( ) Night ( ) TO OBTAIN ANY OF OUR DIGITAL CAMERA ACCESSORIES YOU CAN DO ANY OF THE FOLLOWING: VISIT YOUR LOCAL PANASONIC DEALER OR CALL PANASONIC'S ACCESSORY ORDER LINE AT 1-800-332-5368 [6 AM-5 PM M-F, 6 AM-10:30 AM SAT,...
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... Notice: • Please include your proof of purchase. (USA Only) (Failure to do so will delay your repair.) • To further speed your unit to: Panasonic Services Company 410B Airport Road Elgin, IL 60123-9333 Attn: Digital Camera Repair 137 VQT0X92 In the unlikely event this product needs service. Request for service notice.
... Notice: • Please include your proof of purchase. (USA Only) (Failure to do so will delay your repair.) • To further speed your unit to: Panasonic Services Company 410B Airport Road Elgin, IL 60123-9333 Attn: Digital Camera Repair 137 VQT0X92 In the unlikely event this product needs service. Request for service notice.
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..., Discover Card, American Express, and Personal Checks) Product Repairs Centralized Factory Servicenter MAIL TO : Panasonic Services Company 410B Airport Road Elgin, IL 60123-9333 Attention: Digital Camera Repair Please carefully pack and ship, prepaid and insured, to : npcparts@us.panasonic.com You may also contact us directly at: 1-800-332-5368 (Phone) 1-800-237...
..., Discover Card, American Express, and Personal Checks) Product Repairs Centralized Factory Servicenter MAIL TO : Panasonic Services Company 410B Airport Road Elgin, IL 60123-9333 Attention: Digital Camera Repair Please carefully pack and ship, prepaid and insured, to : npcparts@us.panasonic.com You may also contact us directly at: 1-800-332-5368 (Phone) 1-800-237...