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... Digital Zoom 33 Playing back Pictures ([NORMAL PLAY 34 6 VQT2C70 • Displaying Multiple Screens (Multi Playback 35 • Using the Playback Zoom 35 • Switching the [PLAYBACK] mode .... 36 Deleting Pictures 36 • To delete a single picture 36 • To delete multiple pictures (up to 50) or all the pictures 37 Advanced (Recording pictures) About the LCD Monitor 38 Taking Pictures using the Built-in Flash 39 • Switching to the appropriate flash setting 39 Taking Close-up Pictures 42 Taking Pictures with the Self-timer ......... 43 Compensating the Exposure...
... Digital Zoom 33 Playing back Pictures ([NORMAL PLAY 34 6 VQT2C70 • Displaying Multiple Screens (Multi Playback 35 • Using the Playback Zoom 35 • Switching the [PLAYBACK] mode .... 36 Deleting Pictures 36 • To delete a single picture 36 • To delete multiple pictures (up to 50) or all the pictures 37 Advanced (Recording pictures) About the LCD Monitor 38 Taking Pictures using the Built-in Flash 39 • Switching to the appropriate flash setting 39 Taking Close-up Pictures 42 Taking Pictures with the Self-timer ......... 43 Compensating the Exposure...
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... [PLAYBACK] mode menu....... 71 • CAL [CALENDAR 71 • [TITLE EDIT 72 • [TEXT STAMP 73 • Q [RESIZE] Reducing the picture size (number of pixels 74 • [TRIMMING 75 • M [ROTATE DISP 76 • Ü [FAVORITE 77 • [PRINT SET 78 • P [PROTECT 79 • S [COPY 80 Screen Display 89 Cautions 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...
... [PLAYBACK] mode menu....... 71 • CAL [CALENDAR 71 • [TITLE EDIT 72 • [TEXT STAMP 73 • Q [RESIZE] Reducing the picture size (number of pixels 74 • [TRIMMING 75 • M [ROTATE DISP 76 • Ü [FAVORITE 77 • [PRINT SET 78 • P [PROTECT 79 • S [COPY 80 Screen Display 89 Cautions 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...
Digital Still Camera
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... it still has some charge left, but it is not recommended that the battery charge be frequently topped up .) • When the operating time of recordable pictures Recording time Approx. 360 pictures (DMC-FS7/DMC-FS8) Approx. 400 pictures (DMC-FS6) By CIPA standard in Auto Power LCD mode, Power LCD mode and High angle mode (P23). Otherwise, a fire and/or electric shocks may have expired. optional) connected.] • The indication turns red and blinks if the remaining battery power...
... it still has some charge left, but it is not recommended that the battery charge be frequently topped up .) • When the operating time of recordable pictures Recording time Approx. 360 pictures (DMC-FS7/DMC-FS8) Approx. 400 pictures (DMC-FS6) By CIPA standard in Auto Power LCD mode, Power LCD mode and High angle mode (P23). Otherwise, a fire and/or electric shocks may have expired. optional) connected.] • The indication turns red and blinks if the remaining battery power...
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... remove the battery until the LCD monitor and the status indicator (green) turn the camera off, and wait until the status indicator has gone off as the settings on the camera may be damaged if it is not fully inserted. 1: Close the card/battery door. 2: Slide the release lever in the direction of the arrow to remove the battery. Do not use . B: Do not touch the connection...
... remove the battery until the LCD monitor and the status indicator (green) turn the camera off, and wait until the status indicator has gone off as the settings on the camera may be damaged if it is not fully inserted. 1: Close the card/battery door. 2: Slide the release lever in the direction of the arrow to remove the battery. Do not use . B: Do not touch the connection...
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... use an SDHC Memory Card in equipment that is compatible with SDHC Memory Cards however you cannot use cards with SDHC logo (indicating compliance with the SD standard) if using the FAT12 or FAT16 • Fast recording and writing speed • Write-Protect switch A provided (When A format in compliance with SD Memory Cards. (Always read or deleted, or the built-in memory or the card may be longer than the access time for a card...
... use an SDHC Memory Card in equipment that is compatible with SDHC Memory Cards however you cannot use cards with SDHC logo (indicating compliance with the SD standard) if using the FAT12 or FAT16 • Fast recording and writing speed • Write-Protect switch A provided (When A format in compliance with SD Memory Cards. (Always read or deleted, or the built-in memory or the card may be longer than the access time for a card...
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... playback zoom. • [POWER SAVE] does not work in the Intelligent auto mode. • [POWER SAVE] is fixed to [2MIN.] when [AUTO LCD OFF] is set to normal brightness after 30 seconds when recording in Playback mode. Preparation LCD [LCD MODE] These menu settings make the LCD monitor bright again. • If the screen is increased so some icons and menu screens. [DISPLAY SIZE] [STANDARD]/[LARGE] [FOCUS ICON] Change the focus icon You can conserve the battery life by setting these menus. VQT2C70 23 q [ECONOMY] p [POWER SAVE]: The camera...
... playback zoom. • [POWER SAVE] does not work in the Intelligent auto mode. • [POWER SAVE] is fixed to [2MIN.] when [AUTO LCD OFF] is set to normal brightness after 30 seconds when recording in Playback mode. Preparation LCD [LCD MODE] These menu settings make the LCD monitor bright again. • If the screen is increased so some icons and menu screens. [DISPLAY SIZE] [STANDARD]/[LARGE] [FOCUS ICON] Change the focus icon You can conserve the battery life by setting these menus. VQT2C70 23 q [ECONOMY] p [POWER SAVE]: The camera...
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... at the same time. When using the AC adaptor - When connecting to reset the file number. While the menu screen is activated regardless of malfunctioning. • When [SETUP] menu settings are also reset. When recording or playing back motion pictures - We recommend formatting the card (P25) after taking it. A reset screen for 1 more second. • [AUTO REVIEW] is displayed - [AUTO DEMO] Set the length of the lens operating but this function to a PC or a printer - When using the AC adaptor...
... at the same time. When using the AC adaptor - When connecting to reset the file number. While the menu screen is activated regardless of malfunctioning. • When [SETUP] menu settings are also reset. When recording or playing back motion pictures - We recommend formatting the card (P25) after taking it. A reset screen for 1 more second. • [AUTO REVIEW] is displayed - [AUTO DEMO] Set the length of the lens operating but this function to a PC or a printer - When using the AC adaptor...
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... memory (or the card). ∫ To adjust the exposure and take pictures at times when the image appears too dark (P44) ∫ To adjust the colors and take pictures at the point you want to focus on the built-in [REC] menu. A [MODE] button B [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch Press 3/4 to select [NORMAL PICTURE], and then press [MENU/SET]. • To change the setting while taking pictures, refer to [!], and then press [MODE]. Press the halfway pressed shutter button...
... memory (or the card). ∫ To adjust the exposure and take pictures at times when the image appears too dark (P44) ∫ To adjust the colors and take pictures at the point you want to focus on the built-in [REC] menu. A [MODE] button B [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch Press 3/4 to select [NORMAL PICTURE], and then press [MENU/SET]. • To change the setting while taking pictures, refer to [!], and then press [MODE]. Press the halfway pressed shutter button...
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... ON/ [CANDLE LIGHT] in Scene mode. (P46) Red-eye reduction¢ : Slow sync./ Red-eye reduction¢ If you take a picture with a dark background landscape, this feature will slow the shutter speed when the flash is activated so that can be selected, refer to "Available flash settings by Recording mode". (P40) Press [MENU/SET]. • You can also press the shutter button halfway to finish. • The menu screen disappears after...
... ON/ [CANDLE LIGHT] in Scene mode. (P46) Red-eye reduction¢ : Slow sync./ Red-eye reduction¢ If you take a picture with a dark background landscape, this feature will slow the shutter speed when the flash is activated so that can be selected, refer to "Available flash settings by Recording mode". (P40) Press [MENU/SET]. • You can also press the shutter button halfway to finish. • The menu screen disappears after...
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... (Recording pictures) ∫ About the digital red-eye correction When the flash is an approximation. It may change if the Recording mode is turned off. Set the flash setting again if necessary. • The flash setting is memorized even if the camera is changed . ∫ The available flash range to take pictures • The available flash range is used with the Red-eye reduction selected, it will automatically detect and correct the red-eye in the image data...
... (Recording pictures) ∫ About the digital red-eye correction When the flash is an approximation. It may change if the Recording mode is turned off. Set the flash setting again if necessary. • The flash setting is memorized even if the camera is changed . ∫ The available flash range to take pictures • The available flash range is used with the Red-eye reduction selected, it will automatically detect and correct the red-eye in the image data...
Digital Still Camera
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... the flash too close to charge the flash if you press the shutter button fully. When [AUTO LCD OFF] is set (P61) • ¢1, 2: The shutter speed becomes a maximum of 1 second in Scene mode, the ISO sensitivity automatically switches to approx. 1.9 m (6.23 feet) ∫ Shutter speed for the subject. • When the shutter speed is set , the LCD monitor turns off and the status indicator lights. • The white balance may not be adjusted properly...
... the flash too close to charge the flash if you press the shutter button fully. When [AUTO LCD OFF] is set (P61) • ¢1, 2: The shutter speed becomes a maximum of 1 second in Scene mode, the ISO sensitivity automatically switches to approx. 1.9 m (6.23 feet) ∫ Shutter speed for the subject. • When the shutter speed is set , the LCD monitor turns off and the status indicator lights. • The white balance may not be adjusted properly...
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... in [FLASH BURST] in Scene mode is fixed to 5. • Self-timer cannot be set to finish. • The menu screen disappears after 10 seconds (or 2 seconds). • If you press the shutter button once fully, the subject is automatically focused just before recording. In dark places, the self-timer indicator will not function when [MACRO ZOOM] is set. [REC] mode: ñ· ¿ Taking Pictures with the self-timer. • The number of pictures which...
... in [FLASH BURST] in Scene mode is fixed to 5. • Self-timer cannot be set to finish. • The menu screen disappears after 10 seconds (or 2 seconds). • If you press the shutter button once fully, the subject is automatically focused just before recording. In dark places, the self-timer indicator will not function when [MACRO ZOOM] is set. [REC] mode: ñ· ¿ Taking Pictures with the self-timer. • The number of pictures which...
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... (Recording pictures) 2 [PARTY] Select this when you want to take pictures at the time of playback, or have these appear at a wedding reception, an indoor party etc. Note • The focus range is automatically set different birthdays and names for taking pictures without using the flash. • We recommend using a tripod and the self-timer for Party mode • Use the flash. (You can select to have them stamped...
... (Recording pictures) 2 [PARTY] Select this when you want to take pictures at the time of playback, or have these appear at a wedding reception, an indoor party etc. Note • The focus range is automatically set different birthdays and names for taking pictures without using the flash. • We recommend using a tripod and the self-timer for Party mode • Use the flash. (You can select to have them stamped...
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... recording quality to [ ] or [ ], we recommend using a high-speed card with "10MB/s" or greater displayed on the bottom right of recording, the camera stops recording automatically. Press 3/4 to [!], and then press [MODE]. If the button is displayed on the package. Press [MENU/SET]. [REC] mode: n Advanced (Recording pictures) Motion Picture Mode Advanced (Recording pictures) Slide the [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch to select the item and then press [MENU/SET]. Changing the settings for a few seconds when recording starts...
... recording quality to [ ] or [ ], we recommend using a high-speed card with "10MB/s" or greater displayed on the bottom right of recording, the camera stops recording automatically. Press 3/4 to [!], and then press [MODE]. If the button is displayed on the package. Press [MENU/SET]. [REC] mode: n Advanced (Recording pictures) Motion Picture Mode Advanced (Recording pictures) Slide the [REC]/[PLAYBACK] selector switch to select the item and then press [MENU/SET]. Changing the settings for a few seconds when recording starts...
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... models of Panasonic digital cameras (LUMIX) launched before July 2008. • In Motion picture mode, the following functions cannot be recorded. [REC] mode: ñ· ¿n Useful Functions at Travel Destinations Recording which day of the vacation it is) is recorded when you use a battery with sufficient battery power or the AC adaptor when recording motion pictures. • If while recording motion pictures using the "PHOTOfunSTUDIO" bundled software on the [SETUP] menu settings, refer to close the menu...
... models of Panasonic digital cameras (LUMIX) launched before July 2008. • In Motion picture mode, the following functions cannot be recorded. [REC] mode: ñ· ¿n Useful Functions at Travel Destinations Recording which day of the vacation it is) is recorded when you use a battery with sufficient battery power or the AC adaptor when recording motion pictures. • If while recording motion pictures using the "PHOTOfunSTUDIO" bundled software on the [SETUP] menu settings, refer to close the menu...
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... will not be liable for any direct or indirect damage from the camera when requesting a repair. • Built-in memory and settings may not be able to remove the card or the battery when using the camera for a long period of time, we recommend charging it . About the picture data • Recorded data may be altered or vanish due to erroneous operation, effect of information or personal...
... will not be liable for any direct or indirect damage from the camera when requesting a repair. • Built-in memory and settings may not be able to remove the card or the battery when using the camera for a long period of time, we recommend charging it . About the picture data • Recorded data may be altered or vanish due to erroneous operation, effect of information or personal...
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... messages are described below as the picture to be copied exists in the copy destination. (Only when copying from the built-in memory.) - When a picture with a recorded picture and then play it . (P17) [NO VALID PICTURE TO PLAY] > Record a picture or insert a card with the same name as examples. [THIS MEMORY CARD IS LOCKED] > The Write-Protect switch on the screen in some pictures, format the card after canceling the protect setting. (P79) [THIS PICTURE CANNOT BE DELETED]/[SOME PICTURES...
... messages are described below as the picture to be copied exists in the copy destination. (Only when copying from the built-in memory.) - When a picture with a recorded picture and then play it . (P17) [NO VALID PICTURE TO PLAY] > Record a picture or insert a card with the same name as examples. [THIS MEMORY CARD IS LOCKED] > The Write-Protect switch on the screen in some pictures, format the card after canceling the protect setting. (P79) [THIS PICTURE CANNOT BE DELETED]/[SOME PICTURES...
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... Memory Card if using cards with the camera after saving necessary data on a PC etc. (P25) [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 the type of the USB connection cable to make a backup and then format (P25). • Depending on . Insert the card again, turn the power on, and try to read or write data. > Remove...
... Memory Card if using cards with the camera after saving necessary data on a PC etc. (P25) [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 the type of the USB connection cable to make a backup and then format (P25). • Depending on . Insert the card again, turn the power on, and try to read or write data. > Remove...
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... White balance: Auto white balance/Daylight/Cloudy/Shade/Incandescent lights/ White set Exposure (AE): Program AE Exposure compensation (1/3 EV Step, j2 EV to i2 EV) Metering mode: Multiple LCD monitor: 2.7q TFT LCD (DMC-FS7/DMC-FS8) 2.5q TFT LCD (DMC-FS6) (Approx. 230,000 dots) (field of view ratio about 100%) Flash: Flash range: [ISO AUTO] Approx. 30 cm (0.99 feet) to 6.3 m (20.7 feet) (Wide) AUTO, AUTO/Red-eye reduction, Forced flash ON (Forced ON/ Red-eye reduction), Forced flash...
... White balance: Auto white balance/Daylight/Cloudy/Shade/Incandescent lights/ White set Exposure (AE): Program AE Exposure compensation (1/3 EV Step, j2 EV to i2 EV) Metering mode: Multiple LCD monitor: 2.7q TFT LCD (DMC-FS7/DMC-FS8) 2.5q TFT LCD (DMC-FS6) (Approx. 230,000 dots) (field of view ratio about 100%) Flash: Flash range: [ISO AUTO] Approx. 30 cm (0.99 feet) to 6.3 m (20.7 feet) (Wide) AUTO, AUTO/Red-eye reduction, Forced flash ON (Forced ON/ Red-eye reduction), Forced flash...
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... Auto Review 24 Auto White Balance 62 AV Cable 88 Available Recording Time 106 B Baby Mode 50 Backlight Compensation 29 Battery 12, 13, 14 Battery Case 92 Beach Mode 53 Beep 22 Brightness of the LCD Monitor 22 Built-in Flash 39 Built-in Memory 17 Burst 64 C Calendar 71 Candle Light Mode 50 Card 14, 16 Category 69 Charger 92 Charging 13 Cleaning 91 Clock Set 18 Color Mode 65 Condensation 5 Copy 80 D Date Printing...
... Auto Review 24 Auto White Balance 62 AV Cable 88 Available Recording Time 106 B Baby Mode 50 Backlight Compensation 29 Battery 12, 13, 14 Battery Case 92 Beach Mode 53 Beep 22 Brightness of the LCD Monitor 22 Built-in Flash 39 Built-in Memory 17 Burst 64 C Calendar 71 Candle Light Mode 50 Card 14, 16 Category 69 Charger 92 Charging 13 Cleaning 91 Clock Set 18 Color Mode 65 Condensation 5 Copy 80 D Date Printing...