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DMC-FS7 DMC-FS8 DMC-FS6 Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely. Operating Instructions Digital Camera Model No. For USA and Puerto Rico assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo For Canadian assistance, please call: 1-800-99-LUMIX (1-800-995-8649) or send e-mail to: lumixconcierge@ca.panasonic.com P PC VQT2C70-1
DMC-FS7 DMC-FS8 DMC-FS6 Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely. Operating Instructions Digital Camera Model No. For USA and Puerto Rico assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo For Canadian assistance, please call: 1-800-99-LUMIX (1-800-995-8649) or send e-mail to: lumixconcierge@ca.panasonic.com P PC VQT2C70-1
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of your Digital Camera may infringe copyright laws. Model No. Information for choosing Panasonic! THERE ARE NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. Product Identification Marking is located on the bottom of the most sophisticated and reliable products on the underside ...
of your Digital Camera may infringe copyright laws. Model No. Information for choosing Panasonic! THERE ARE NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. Product Identification Marking is located on the bottom of the most sophisticated and reliable products on the underside ...
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... (such as when it is not in the center of the composition of the picture you want to take 32 • Preventing jitter (camera shake)....... 32 • Direction detection function 33 Taking Pictures with the Zoom 33 • Using the Optical Zoom/Using the Extended Optical Zoom... (EZ)/ Using the Digital Zoom 33 Playing back Pictures ([NORMAL PLAY 34 6 VQT2C70 • Displaying Multiple Screens (Multi Playback 35 • Using the Playback Zoom 35 ...
... (such as when it is not in the center of the composition of the picture you want to take 32 • Preventing jitter (camera shake)....... 32 • Direction detection function 33 Taking Pictures with the Zoom 33 • Using the Optical Zoom/Using the Extended Optical Zoom... (EZ)/ Using the Digital Zoom 33 Playing back Pictures ([NORMAL PLAY 34 6 VQT2C70 • Displaying Multiple Screens (Multi Playback 35 • Using the Playback Zoom 35 ...
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... [INTELLIGENT ISO 61 • > [SENSITIVITY 61 • = [WHITE BALANCE 62 • AF [AF MODE 63 • ˜ [BURST 64 • ) [DIGITAL ZOOM 65 • H [COLOR MODE 65 • [STABILIZER 65 • F [AF ASSIST LAMP 66 • U [CLOCK SET 66 Connecting to other equipment Connecting ...for Use 90 Message Display 94 Troubleshooting 96 Number of Recordable Pictures and Available Recording Time 103 Specifications 107 Digital Camera Accessory System........ 110 Digital Camera Accessory Order Form (For USA and Puerto Rico Customers 111 Request for Service Notice (For USA and ...
... [INTELLIGENT ISO 61 • > [SENSITIVITY 61 • = [WHITE BALANCE 62 • AF [AF MODE 63 • ˜ [BURST 64 • ) [DIGITAL ZOOM 65 • H [COLOR MODE 65 • [STABILIZER 65 • F [AF ASSIST LAMP 66 • U [CLOCK SET 66 Connecting to other equipment Connecting ...for Use 90 Message Display 94 Troubleshooting 96 Number of Recordable Pictures and Available Recording Time 103 Specifications 107 Digital Camera Accessory System........ 110 Digital Camera Accessory Order Form (For USA and Puerto Rico Customers 111 Request for Service Notice (For USA and ...
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...Digital Camera Accessory System". (P110) • If any accessories are indicated as card in Canada should contact 1 800 99-LUMIX (1-800-995-8649) for further information about obtaining replacement parts. 1 DMW-BCF10PP 3 4 5 7 2 DE-A59B K1HA08AD0002 (DMC-FS7P/ DMC-FS7PC) K1HA08AD0001 (DMC-FS8P/ DMC-FS6P/ DMC-FS6PC) K1HA08CD0028 (DMC-FS7P/ DMC-FS7PC) K1HA08CD0027 (DMC-FS6P/ DMC... Card, SDHC Memory Card and MultiMediaCard are lost, customers in the USA and Puerto Rico should contact Panasonic's parts department at 1 800 833-9626 and customers in the text. • The card is optional.
...Digital Camera Accessory System". (P110) • If any accessories are indicated as card in Canada should contact 1 800 99-LUMIX (1-800-995-8649) for further information about obtaining replacement parts. 1 DMW-BCF10PP 3 4 5 7 2 DE-A59B K1HA08AD0002 (DMC-FS7P/ DMC-FS7PC) K1HA08AD0001 (DMC-FS8P/ DMC-FS6P/ DMC-FS6PC) K1HA08CD0028 (DMC-FS7P/ DMC-FS7PC) K1HA08CD0027 (DMC-FS6P/ DMC... Card, SDHC Memory Card and MultiMediaCard are lost, customers in the USA and Puerto Rico should contact Panasonic's parts department at 1 800 833-9626 and customers in the text. • The card is optional.
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... to it . 19 Lens barrel 20 [AV OUT/DIGITAL] socket (P81, 84, 88) 21 Tripod receptacle • When you use a tripod, make sure the tripod is stable when the camera is attached to P16. 12 13 Before Use 14 ...15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 24 23 VQT2C70 11 12 Camera ON/OFF switch (P18) 13 Zoom lever (P33) 14 Speaker (P70) 15 Microphone (P55) 16 Shutter...) 17 Intelligent auto button (P28) 18 Hand strap eyelet • Be sure to attach the hand strap when using the camera to ensure that you will not drop it . 22 Card/Battery door (P14, 16) 23 Release lever (P14) 24 DC...
... to it . 19 Lens barrel 20 [AV OUT/DIGITAL] socket (P81, 84, 88) 21 Tripod receptacle • When you use a tripod, make sure the tripod is stable when the camera is attached to P16. 12 13 Before Use 14 ...15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 24 23 VQT2C70 11 12 Camera ON/OFF switch (P18) 13 Zoom lever (P33) 14 Speaker (P70) 15 Microphone (P55) 16 Shutter...) 17 Intelligent auto button (P28) 18 Hand strap eyelet • Be sure to attach the hand strap when using the camera to ensure that you will not drop it . 22 Card/Battery door (P14, 16) 23 Release lever (P14) 24 DC...
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...adaptor when you use a genuine Panasonic AC adaptor (DMW-AC5PP; About the Built-in Memory/the Card The following operations can be performed using this camera are used. optional) are being recorded on the built-in an open the coupler cover from the digital camera. optional). • Some tripods... only the AC adaptor and DC coupler for the AC adaptor and DC coupler. • For information about optional accessories, refer to the "Digital Camera Accessory System". (P110) • We recommend you open the card/battery door. • If the AC adaptor and DC coupler are not...
...adaptor when you use a genuine Panasonic AC adaptor (DMW-AC5PP; About the Built-in Memory/the Card The following operations can be performed using this camera are used. optional) are being recorded on the built-in an open the coupler cover from the digital camera. optional). • Some tripods... only the AC adaptor and DC coupler for the AC adaptor and DC coupler. • For information about optional accessories, refer to the "Digital Camera Accessory System". (P110) • We recommend you open the card/battery door. • If the AC adaptor and DC coupler are not...
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... [REC] mode: ñ Basic Taking pictures using the automatic function (ñ: Intelligent Auto Mode) The camera will set to record. Press 3/4 to the camera and take pictures easily. • The following functions are activated automatically. - Pressing [¦] again takes you... button) Slide the [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch to [!], and then press [MODE]. Scene detection/[STABILIZER]/[INTELLIGENT ISO]/Face detection/Backlight Compensation/Digital Red-eye Correction • The status indicator 3 lights when you back to focus. • The focus indication 1 (green) lights when...
... [REC] mode: ñ Basic Taking pictures using the automatic function (ñ: Intelligent Auto Mode) The camera will set to record. Press 3/4 to the camera and take pictures easily. • The following functions are activated automatically. - Pressing [¦] again takes you... button) Slide the [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch to [!], and then press [MODE]. Scene detection/[STABILIZER]/[INTELLIGENT ISO]/Face detection/Backlight Compensation/Digital Red-eye Correction • The status indicator 3 lights when you back to focus. • The focus indication 1 (green) lights when...
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... LIGHT], [STARRY SKY] or [FIREWORKS] in step 1 before pressing the shutter button fully. Keep the camera still from the moment the shutter button is pressed until the picture appears on the screen. We recommend using the digital zoom or when it is dark) D Focus range E Aperture value¢ F Shutter speed¢ G... appeared in red • When recording subjects through windows or near shiny objects • When it is dark or when jitter occurs • When the camera is too close to the subject or when taking a picture of people. (P63) F2.8 1/30 ISO 80 F2.8 1/30 ISO 80 ∫ Subject ...
... LIGHT], [STARRY SKY] or [FIREWORKS] in step 1 before pressing the shutter button fully. Keep the camera still from the moment the shutter button is pressed until the picture appears on the screen. We recommend using the digital zoom or when it is dark) D Focus range E Aperture value¢ F Shutter speed¢ G... appeared in red • When recording subjects through windows or near shiny objects • When it is dark or when jitter occurs • When the camera is too close to the subject or when taking a picture of people. (P63) F2.8 1/30 ISO 80 F2.8 1/30 ISO 80 ∫ Subject ...
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...zoom 4k No deterioration None Extended optical zoom (EZ) Digital zoom 7.1k¢ (DMC-FS7/DMC-FS8) 6.4k¢ (DMC-FS6) 16k [including optical zoom 4k] 28.5k (DMC-FS7/DMC-FS8) [including extended optical zoom 7.1k] 25.5k (DMC-FS6) [including extended optical zoom 6.4k] No ... on the [REC] menu is set to [ON]. B Screen W display T W A W T T W T B The digital zoom range is displayed. Basic Direction detection function Pictures recorded with the camera held vertically are played back vertically (rotated). (Only when [ROTATE DISP.] (P76) is set to [ON]) • Pictures may...
...zoom 4k No deterioration None Extended optical zoom (EZ) Digital zoom 7.1k¢ (DMC-FS7/DMC-FS8) 6.4k¢ (DMC-FS6) 16k [including optical zoom 4k] 28.5k (DMC-FS7/DMC-FS8) [including extended optical zoom 7.1k] 25.5k (DMC-FS6) [including extended optical zoom 6.4k] No ... on the [REC] menu is set to [ON]. B Screen W display T W A W T T W T B The digital zoom range is displayed. Basic Direction detection function Pictures recorded with the camera held vertically are played back vertically (rotated). (Only when [ROTATE DISP.] (P76) is set to [ON]) • Pictures may...
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... to [ ] (3 million pixels), the 10M (10.1 million pixels) (DMC-FS7/DMC-FS8)/8M (8.1 million pixels) (DMC-FS6) CCD area is rotated. • When using the digital zoom, [STABILIZER] may not be effective. • When using the digital zoom, we recommend using a tripod and the self-timer (P43) for ...PLAY]) Slide the [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch A to [(]. • Normal playback is set to Wide (1k) when the camera is set automatically in the following cases. - When the camera was turned on while the [REC]/ [PLAYBACK] selector switch was switched from the [REC] to [PLAYBACK] - Basic ...
... to [ ] (3 million pixels), the 10M (10.1 million pixels) (DMC-FS7/DMC-FS8)/8M (8.1 million pixels) (DMC-FS6) CCD area is rotated. • When using the digital zoom, [STABILIZER] may not be effective. • When using the digital zoom, we recommend using a tripod and the self-timer (P43) for ...PLAY]) Slide the [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch A to [(]. • Normal playback is set to Wide (1k) when the camera is set automatically in the following cases. - When the camera was turned on while the [REC]/ [PLAYBACK] selector switch was switched from the [REC] to [PLAYBACK] - Basic ...
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Set the flash setting again if necessary. • The flash setting is memorized even if the camera is set depending on the recording conditions. However, the Scene mode flash setting is reset to the initial setting when the Scene mode is changed. ... on the type of subject and brightness. • The flash setting may change if the Recording mode is changed. Advanced (Recording pictures) ∫ About the digital red-eye correction When the flash is used with the Red-eye reduction selected, it will automatically detect and correct the red-eye in the...
Set the flash setting again if necessary. • The flash setting is memorized even if the camera is set depending on the recording conditions. However, the Scene mode flash setting is reset to the initial setting when the Scene mode is changed. ... on the type of subject and brightness. • The flash setting may change if the Recording mode is changed. Advanced (Recording pictures) ∫ About the digital red-eye correction When the flash is used with the Red-eye reduction selected, it will automatically detect and correct the red-eye in the...
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...mode. • To cancel, select [OFF] in steps. 50 cm (1.64 feet) T W 5 cm (0.17 feet) • Focus range will be displayed in blue (digital zoom range) during Macro zoom mode. ∫ Focus range in AF macro mode ¢ The focus range changes in step 2. • Zoom range, focus range..., and zoom magnification are displayed during zooming. Therefore, if the distance between the camera and the subject is beyond the focus range of a subject as close as 5 cm (0.17 feet) from the lens by rotating the zoom lever upmost...
...mode. • To cancel, select [OFF] in steps. 50 cm (1.64 feet) T W 5 cm (0.17 feet) • Focus range will be displayed in blue (digital zoom range) during Macro zoom mode. ∫ Focus range in AF macro mode ¢ The focus range changes in step 2. • Zoom range, focus range..., and zoom magnification are displayed during zooming. Therefore, if the distance between the camera and the subject is beyond the focus range of a subject as close as 5 cm (0.17 feet) from the lens by rotating the zoom lever upmost...
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... may not be used. - [š] and [Ø] in advance. (P18) Select [TRAVEL DATE] from motion pictures recorded by this camera cannot be played back by older models of the vacation it may not decrease regularly. • Depending on MultiMediaCards. • We recommend ... since the departure date can be recorded. [REC] mode: ñ· ¿n Useful Functions at Travel Destinations Recording which day of Panasonic digital cameras (LUMIX) launched before July 2008. • In Motion picture mode, the following functions cannot be possible to 2 GB only is disconnected etc.,...
... may not be used. - [š] and [Ø] in advance. (P18) Select [TRAVEL DATE] from motion pictures recorded by this camera cannot be played back by older models of the vacation it may not decrease regularly. • Depending on MultiMediaCards. • We recommend ... since the departure date can be recorded. [REC] mode: ñ· ¿n Useful Functions at Travel Destinations Recording which day of Panasonic digital cameras (LUMIX) launched before July 2008. • In Motion picture mode, the following functions cannot be possible to 2 GB only is disconnected etc.,...
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...] is selected, that picture is not copied. (P94) • It may take time to copy the picture data. • Only pictures recorded with a Panasonic digital camera (LUMIX) will be copied. (Even if the pictures were recorded with a PC.) • Print settings on the original picture data will not be copied. If a... • Press [MENU/SET] to close the menu. • If you may not be able to copy them if they were edited with a Panasonic digital camera, you copy from the built-in memory to a card, all the pictures are copied onto the card at one time. > step 4. : One picture...
...] is selected, that picture is not copied. (P94) • It may take time to copy the picture data. • Only pictures recorded with a Panasonic digital camera (LUMIX) will be copied. (Even if the pictures were recorded with a PC.) • Print settings on the original picture data will not be copied. If a... • Press [MENU/SET] to close the menu. • If you may not be able to copy them if they were edited with a Panasonic digital camera, you copy from the built-in memory to a card, all the pictures are copied onto the card at one time. > step 4. : One picture...
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... using "Safely Remove Hardware" on the desktop. ("LUMIX", "NO_NAME" or "Untitled" is displayed.) Double-click [DCIM] folder. Note • This unit cannot stand upright when the AC adaptor is not displayed on a soft cloth. • Turn the camera off and disconnect the USB connection cable. Otherwise, ...LCD monitor of the PC. When operating it on a flat surface, we recommend placing it is displayed on the task tray of the digital camera before connecting or disconnecting the AC adaptor (DMW-AC5PP; Select [Cancel] to [PictBridge(PTP)], a message may be automatically connected to ...
... using "Safely Remove Hardware" on the desktop. ("LUMIX", "NO_NAME" or "Untitled" is displayed.) Double-click [DCIM] folder. Note • This unit cannot stand upright when the AC adaptor is not displayed on a soft cloth. • Turn the camera off and disconnect the USB connection cable. Otherwise, ...LCD monitor of the PC. When operating it on a flat surface, we recommend placing it is displayed on the task tray of the digital camera before connecting or disconnecting the AC adaptor (DMW-AC5PP; Select [Cancel] to [PictBridge(PTP)], a message may be automatically connected to ...
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... vertically or they may be displayed on dates differing from the actual dates on which the pictures were taken. • Is the clock in the camera set properly? (P18) • When pictures edited using a battery with a low remaining charge? > Format the data to delete the pictures mentioned above.... before formatting.) With a calendar search, pictures are displayed on dates differing from the actual dates on which was taken by another maker of digital camera? • Did you remove the battery immediately after picture-taking or did you take the picture using a PC or pictures taken by the...
... vertically or they may be displayed on dates differing from the actual dates on which the pictures were taken. • Is the clock in the camera set properly? (P18) • When pictures edited using a battery with a low remaining charge? > Format the data to delete the pictures mentioned above.... before formatting.) With a calendar search, pictures are displayed on dates differing from the actual dates on which was taken by another maker of digital camera? • Did you remove the battery immediately after picture-taking or did you take the picture using a PC or pictures taken by the...
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...Others Specifications Digital Camera: Information for your safety Power Source: Power Consumption: DC 5.1 V 1.2 W (When recording) (DMC-FS7/DMC-FS8) 1.0 W (When recording) (DMC-FS6) 0.6 W (When playing back) (DMC-FS7/DMC-FS8) 0.5 W (When playing back) (DMC-FS6) Camera effective pixels: 10,100,000 pixels (DMC-FS7/DMC-FS8)/8,100,000 pixels (DMC-FS6) ... 4kzoom, fl5.5 mm to 22 mm (35 mm film camera equivalent: 33 mm to 132 mm)/F2.8 to F5.9 Digital zoom: Max. 4k Extended optical zoom: Max. 7.1k (DMC-FS7/DMC-FS8)/Max. 6.4k (DMC-FS6) Focus: Normal/AF macro/Macro zoom/Face detection/9-area...
...Others Specifications Digital Camera: Information for your safety Power Source: Power Consumption: DC 5.1 V 1.2 W (When recording) (DMC-FS7/DMC-FS8) 1.0 W (When recording) (DMC-FS6) 0.6 W (When playing back) (DMC-FS7/DMC-FS8) 0.5 W (When playing back) (DMC-FS6) Camera effective pixels: 10,100,000 pixels (DMC-FS7/DMC-FS8)/8,100,000 pixels (DMC-FS6) ... 4kzoom, fl5.5 mm to 22 mm (35 mm film camera equivalent: 33 mm to 132 mm)/F2.8 to F5.9 Digital zoom: Max. 4k Extended optical zoom: Max. 7.1k (DMC-FS7/DMC-FS8)/Max. 6.4k (DMC-FS6) Focus: Normal/AF macro/Macro zoom/Face detection/9-area...
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... pictures. • NOTE: Accessories and/or model numbers may vary between countries. Consult your local dealer. 110 VQT2C70 optional) are purchased as a set. Others Others Digital Camera Accessory System Accessory# DMW-BCF10PP Illustration Description Battery Pack DMW-AVC1 AV Cable DMW-AC5PP AC Adaptor DMW-DCC4 DC Coupler DMW-CS5 Soft Case...
... pictures. • NOTE: Accessories and/or model numbers may vary between countries. Consult your local dealer. 110 VQT2C70 optional) are purchased as a set. Others Others Digital Camera Accessory System Accessory# DMW-BCF10PP Illustration Description Battery Pack DMW-AVC1 AV Cable DMW-AC5PP AC Adaptor DMW-DCC4 DC Coupler DMW-CS5 Soft Case...
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...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) 4. Others Digital Camera Accessory Order Form (For USA and Puerto Rico Customers) Please photocopy this form when placing an order. 1....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-6 PM M-F, PACIFIC TIME] OR MAIL THIS ...
...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) 4. Others Digital Camera Accessory Order Form (For USA and Puerto Rico Customers) Please photocopy this form when placing an order. 1....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-6 PM M-F, PACIFIC TIME] OR MAIL THIS ...