Panasonic Digital Camera Dmc Ls5 Basic Owners Manual

							1.Standard accessories
2.Names of parts
4.Sequence of operations
3. Inserting the card (optional)/the batteries
Dear Customer,
Thank you for choosing Panasonic!
You have purchased one of the most sophisticated and reliable products on\
 the 
market today. Used properly, we’re sure it will bring you and your family years of 
enjoyment. Please take time to fill in the information on the below. The serial number 
is on the tag located on the underside of your camera. Be sure to retain this 
manual as your convenient camera information source.
Date of Purchase Dealer Phone No.
Dealer Purchased From Model No.
Dealer Address Serial  No.
Please note that the actual controls and components, menu items, etc. of\
 your 
Digital Camera may look somewhat different from those shown in the illustrations in 
this Owner’s Manual.
Carefully observe copyright laws. • Recording of pre-recorded tapes or discs or other published or broadcast\
 material 
for purposes other than your own private use may infringe copyright laws\
. Even for 
the purpose of private use, recording of certain material may be restric\
ted.
Information for Your Safety
WARNING:TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR PRODUCT 
DAMAGE,
 
•
DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN, MOISTURE, DRIPPING 
OR SPLASHING AND THAT NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, 
SUCH AS VASES, SHALL BE PLACED ON THE APPARATUS.
 
• USE ONLY THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES.
 
• DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK); THERE ARE NO 
USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO 
QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
 
■About the batteries
CAUTIONDanger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only wit\
h 
the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer.
Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
 • Do not heat or expose to flame.
 • Do not leave the battery(ies) in an automobile exposed to direct sunli\
ght for a long 
period of time with doors and windows closed.
Basic Owner’s  Manual
Digital Camera
Model No.DMC-LS5
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions  completely.
More detailed instructions on the operation of 
this camera are contained in “Owner’s Manual 
for advanced features (PDF format)” in the 
supplied CD-ROM. Install it on your PC to read it.
Check that all the accessories are supplied before using the camera.
Batteries
 
• LR6/AA Alkaline 
batteries
USB connection 
cable
K1HY08YY0023
Hand strap
VFC4737
CD-ROM
VFF0848
 • If any accessories are lost, customers should contact Panasonic’s parts department at 1 800 833-9626 for further information about 
obtaining replacement parts.
 • For information about optional accessories, refer to the “Digital  Camera Accessory  System”.
 • Please dispose of all packaging appropriately.
 • Keep small parts in a safe place out of the reach of children.
Shutter button
Power button
Self-timer 
indicator
Microphone
Speaker
Lens
We recommend using 
the supplied hand strap 
to avoid dropping the 
camera.
[DIGITAL] socketLCD monitor
Zoom button
[MODE] button Cursor button
Playback button
[
 / ] (Delete/Return) button 
Press the Power button
The power is turned on.
Press the shutter button and 
take pictures
  Press halfway  (press lightly and focus)
  Press fully (press the button all the way to record)
 
■Selecting the Recording Mode
Press [MODE] button to select the Recording Mode.
Taking pictures with automatic settings.
Take pictures with your own settings.
Take pictures according to scene.
Take motion pictures.
 
■Setting the menu
Press [MENU/SET] to display the menu screen to change the 
recording function, camera settings, and other settings.
 
■Viewing your pictures
Press the Playback button
Press  to select the picture 
 
●Deleting pictures  Press [ / ] to delete the displayed picture
  Press  to select [Yes] and then press [MENU/SET]
 
●In this manual, the button that is used is shaded.
Specifications
Camera effective 
pixels 14,100,000 pixels
Lens Optical 5 × zoom     f=4.7 mm to 23.5 mm 
(35 mm film camera equivalent: 26 mm to 130 mm)/ 
F2.8 (Max. W) to F6.5 (Max. T)
Image Stabilizer Optical method
LCD monitor 2.7” TFT LCD (4:3) (Approx. 230,400 dots) 
(field of view ratio about 100%)
Flash Flash range:  (ISO AUTO) Approx. 0.6 m (1.97 feet) 
to 4.6 m (15.09 feet) (Wide)
Microphone Monaural
Speaker Monaural
Recording media Built-in Memory (Approx. 10 MB)/
SD Memory Card/SDHC Memory Card/
SDXC Memory Card
Recording file 
format JPEG (still picture)
QuickTime Motion JPEG (motion pictures with 
audio)
Interface USB 2.0 (High Speed)
Terminal DIGITAL: Dedicated jack (8 pin)
Dimensions Approx. 96.5 mm (W) × 62.0 mm (H) × 27.2 mm (D)
[3.8” (W) × 2.45” (H) × 1.07” (D)]
(excluding the projection part)
Mass (weight) With card and battery: Approx. 173 
 (0.38 lb)
Excluding card and battery: Approx. 126  (0.28 lb)
Operating 
temperature Between 0 °C and 40 °C
(Between 32 °F and 104 °F)
(Operating humidity: Between 10%RH and 80%RH)
Language select English / Spanish
Power Source DC 3 V      LR6/AA Alkaline batteries (2) (supplied)
DC 2.4 V   HR6/AA Rechargeable Ni-MH (nickel 
metal hydride) batteries (2)
Power 
Consumption When recording: 1.4 W
When playing back: 0.8 W
Flash
 
• Be careful not to block the microphone or the speaker.
VQT3W68
M0911KZ0
P
© Panasonic Corporation 2011
Printed in China
Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company, 
Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America
One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094
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
FCC Note:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits 
for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. 
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against 
harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment 
generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not 
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause 
harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no 
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.\
 If 
this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television 
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and 
on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or \
more of the following measures:
 • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
 • Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
 • Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the  receiver is connected.
 • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
FCC Caution:  To assure continued compliance, follow the attached 
installation instructions and use only shielded interface 
cables with ferrite core when connecting to computer or 
peripheral devices.
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party 
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate 
this equipment.
Declaration of ConformityTrade Name:  Panasonic
Model No.:   DMC-LS5
Responsible party:  Panasonic Corporation of  North America 
One Panasonic Way, 
Secaucus, NJ 07094
Support Contact:     Panasonic Consumer 
Electronics Company 
1-800-211-PANA (7262)
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC 
Rules. Operation is subject to the following 
two conditions: (1) This device may not cause 
harmful interference, and (2) this device must 
accept any interference received, including 
interference that may cause undesired 
operation.
DMC-LS5
 
■Cautions for Use • Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one.
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.
 • Do not use this unit near cell phones because doing so may result in noi\
se  adversely affecting the pictures and/or sound.
 
• Recorded data may be damaged, or pictures may be distorted, by strong ma\
gnetic 
fields created by speakers or large motors.
 • Electromagnetic wave radiation generated by microprocessors may adversel\
y  affect this unit, disturbing the pictures and/or sound.
 • If this unit is adversely affected by electromagnetic equipment and stops  functioning properly, turn this unit off and remove the battery. Then reinsert the 
battery and turn this unit on.
Do not use this unit near radio transmitters or high-voltage lines.  • If you record near radio transmitters or high-voltage lines, the recorde\
d pictures and/or sound may be adversely affected.
-If you see this symbol-
Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the 
European Union
This symbol is only valid in the European Union.
If you wish to discard this product, please contact your 
local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of 
disposal.
Open the card/battery 
door
Insert the batteries or 
card
 • Make sure that their orientation 
is correct.
 
■Usable batteries
 • LR6/AA Alkaline batteries (supplied)
 • HR6/AA Rechargeable Ni-MH (nickel metal hydride) batteries 
(optional)
 
●Do not use batteries other than those listed above.
 
■Recording capacity guidelines (pictures/recording time)
Supplied batteries or 
optional Panasonic  alkaline batteriesFully-charged Panasonic  Ni-MH batteries 
(optional, when the battery  capacity is 1950 mAh)
Number of recordable picturesApprox. 160 pictures Approx. 320 pictures
Recording time Approx. 80 min. Approx. 160 min.
Playback time Approx. 480 min. Approx. 640 min.
Please note that the performance of alkaline batteries significantly 
decreases in low temperature conditions.
 
●Recording conditions by CIPA standard 
●Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children to prevent 
swallowing.
ENGLISH 
						

							1.Standard accessories
2.Names of parts
4.Sequence of operations
3. Inserting the card (optional)/the batteries
Dear Customer,
Thank you for choosing Panasonic!
You have purchased one of the most sophisticated and reliable products on\
 the 
market today. Used properly, we’re sure it will bring you and your family years of 
enjoyment. Please take time to fill in the information on the below. The serial number 
is on the tag located on the underside of your camera. Be sure to retain this 
manual as your convenient camera information source.
Date of Purchase Dealer Phone No.
Dealer Purchased From Model No.
Dealer Address Serial  No.
Please note that the actual controls and components, menu items, etc. of\
 your 
Digital Camera may look somewhat different from those shown in the illustrations in 
this Owner’s Manual.
Carefully observe copyright laws. • Recording of pre-recorded tapes or discs or other published or broadcast\
 material 
for purposes other than your own private use may infringe copyright laws\
. Even for 
the purpose of private use, recording of certain material may be restric\
ted.
Information for Your Safety
WARNING:TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR PRODUCT 
DAMAGE,
 
•
DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN, MOISTURE, DRIPPING 
OR SPLASHING AND THAT NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, 
SUCH AS VASES, SHALL BE PLACED ON THE APPARATUS.
 
• USE ONLY THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES.
 
• DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK); THERE ARE NO 
USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO 
QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
 
■About the batteries
CAUTIONDanger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only wit\
h 
the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer.
Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
 • Do not heat or expose to flame.
 • Do not leave the battery(ies) in an automobile exposed to direct sunli\
ght for a long 
period of time with doors and windows closed.
Basic Owner’s  Manual
Digital Camera
Model No.DMC-LS5
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions  completely.
More detailed instructions on the operation of 
this camera are contained in “Owner’s Manual 
for advanced features (PDF format)” in the 
supplied CD-ROM. Install it on your PC to read it.
Check that all the accessories are supplied before using the camera.
Batteries
 
• LR6/AA Alkaline 
batteries
USB connection 
cable
K1HY08YY0023
Hand strap
VFC4737
CD-ROM
VFF0848
 • If any accessories are lost, customers should contact Panasonic’s parts department at 1 800 833-9626 for further information about 
obtaining replacement parts.
 • For information about optional accessories, refer to the “Digital  Camera Accessory  System”.
 • Please dispose of all packaging appropriately.
 • Keep small parts in a safe place out of the reach of children.
Shutter button
Power button
Self-timer 
indicator
Microphone
Speaker
Lens
We recommend using 
the supplied hand strap 
to avoid dropping the 
camera.
[DIGITAL] socketLCD monitor
Zoom button
[MODE] button Cursor button
Playback button
[
 / ] (Delete/Return) button 
Press the Power button
The power is turned on.
Press the shutter button and 
take pictures
  Press halfway  (press lightly and focus)
  Press fully (press the button all the way to record)
 
■Selecting the Recording Mode
Press [MODE] button to select the Recording Mode.
Taking pictures with automatic settings.
Take pictures with your own settings.
Take pictures according to scene.
Take motion pictures.
 
■Setting the menu
Press [MENU/SET] to display the menu screen to change the 
recording function, camera settings, and other settings.
 
■Viewing your pictures
Press the Playback button
Press  to select the picture 
 
●Deleting pictures  Press [ / ] to delete the displayed picture
  Press  to select [Yes] and then press [MENU/SET]
 
●In this manual, the button that is used is shaded.
Specifications
Camera effective 
pixels 14,100,000 pixels
Lens Optical 5 × zoom     f=4.7 mm to 23.5 mm 
(35 mm film camera equivalent: 26 mm to 130 mm)/ 
F2.8 (Max. W) to F6.5 (Max. T)
Image Stabilizer Optical method
LCD monitor 2.7” TFT LCD (4:3) (Approx. 230,400 dots) 
(field of view ratio about 100%)
Flash Flash range:  (ISO AUTO) Approx. 0.6 m (1.97 feet) 
to 4.6 m (15.09 feet) (Wide)
Microphone Monaural
Speaker Monaural
Recording media Built-in Memory (Approx. 10 MB)/
SD Memory Card/SDHC Memory Card/
SDXC Memory Card
Recording file 
format JPEG (still picture)
QuickTime Motion JPEG (motion pictures with 
audio)
Interface USB 2.0 (High Speed)
Terminal DIGITAL: Dedicated jack (8 pin)
Dimensions Approx. 96.5 mm (W) × 62.0 mm (H) × 27.2 mm (D)
[3.8” (W) × 2.45” (H) × 1.07” (D)]
(excluding the projection part)
Mass (weight) With card and battery: Approx. 173 
 (0.38 lb)
Excluding card and battery: Approx. 126  (0.28 lb)
Operating 
temperature Between 0 °C and 40 °C
(Between 32 °F and 104 °F)
(Operating humidity: Between 10%RH and 80%RH)
Language select English / Spanish
Power Source DC 3 V      LR6/AA Alkaline batteries (2) (supplied)
DC 2.4 V   HR6/AA Rechargeable Ni-MH (nickel 
metal hydride) batteries (2)
Power 
Consumption When recording: 1.4 W
When playing back: 0.8 W
Flash
 
• Be careful not to block the microphone or the speaker.
VQT3W68
M0911KZ0
P
© Panasonic Corporation 2011
Printed in China
Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company, 
Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America
One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094
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
FCC Note:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits 
for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. 
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against 
harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment 
generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not 
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause 
harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no 
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.\
 If 
this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television 
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and 
on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or \
more of the following measures:
 • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
 • Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
 • Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the  receiver is connected.
 • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
FCC Caution:  To assure continued compliance, follow the attached 
installation instructions and use only shielded interface 
cables with ferrite core when connecting to computer or 
peripheral devices.
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party 
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate 
this equipment.
Declaration of ConformityTrade Name:  Panasonic
Model No.:   DMC-LS5
Responsible party:  Panasonic Corporation of  North America 
One Panasonic Way, 
Secaucus, NJ 07094
Support Contact:     Panasonic Consumer 
Electronics Company 
1-800-211-PANA (7262)
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC 
Rules. Operation is subject to the following 
two conditions: (1) This device may not cause 
harmful interference, and (2) this device must 
accept any interference received, including 
interference that may cause undesired 
operation.
DMC-LS5
 
■Cautions for Use • Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one.
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.
 • Do not use this unit near cell phones because doing so may result in noi\
se  adversely affecting the pictures and/or sound.
 
• Recorded data may be damaged, or pictures may be distorted, by strong ma\
gnetic 
fields created by speakers or large motors.
 • Electromagnetic wave radiation generated by microprocessors may adversel\
y  affect this unit, disturbing the pictures and/or sound.
 • If this unit is adversely affected by electromagnetic equipment and stops  functioning properly, turn this unit off and remove the battery. Then reinsert the 
battery and turn this unit on.
Do not use this unit near radio transmitters or high-voltage lines.  • If you record near radio transmitters or high-voltage lines, the recorde\
d pictures and/or sound may be adversely affected.
-If you see this symbol-
Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the 
European Union
This symbol is only valid in the European Union.
If you wish to discard this product, please contact your 
local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of 
disposal.
Open the card/battery 
door
Insert the batteries or 
card
 • Make sure that their orientation 
is correct.
 
■Usable batteries
 • LR6/AA Alkaline batteries (supplied)
 • HR6/AA Rechargeable Ni-MH (nickel metal hydride) batteries 
(optional)
 
●Do not use batteries other than those listed above.
 
■Recording capacity guidelines (pictures/recording time)
Supplied batteries or 
optional Panasonic  alkaline batteriesFully-charged Panasonic  Ni-MH batteries 
(optional, when the battery  capacity is 1950 mAh)
Number of recordable picturesApprox. 160 pictures Approx. 320 pictures
Recording time Approx. 80 min. Approx. 160 min.
Playback time Approx. 480 min. Approx. 640 min.
Please note that the performance of alkaline batteries significantly 
decreases in low temperature conditions.
 
●Recording conditions by CIPA standard 
●Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children to prevent 
swallowing.
ENGLISH