Panasonic Digital Camera Dmc S3 Owners Manual For Advances Features

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Charging the battery 
(Continued) Inserting and removing the card (optional)/
the battery
 
●The time required for charging varies depending on conditions of battery\
 usage. 
Charging takes longer at high or low temperatures and when the battery h\
as not been 
used for some time. 
 
●Battery will be warm during charging and for some time thereafter. 
●Battery will run out if not used for long periods of time, even after be\
ing charged. 
●Charge the battery with the charger indoors (10 °C to 30 °C (50 \
°F to 86 °F)). 
●Keep any metal items (such as clips) away from the contact areas of th\
e power plug. 
Otherwise, a fire and/or electric shocks may be caused by short-circuiti\
ng or resulting 
heat generated.
 
●We do not recommend frequently charging the battery.
(Frequently charging battery reduces maximum usage time and can cause b\
attery to 
expand.)
 
●Do not disassemble or modify the charger. 
●If available battery power is significantly reduced, battery is reaching\
 end of lifespan. 
Please purchase a new battery.
 
●The battery charger is in the standby condition when the AC power is supplied.
The primary circuit is always “live” as long as the battery charge\
r is connected to an 
electrical outlet.
 
●When charging:
 • Remove any dirt on connectors of charger and battery with dry cloth.
 • Keep at least 1 m (3.28 feet) away from AM radio (may cause radio interference).
 • Noises may be emitted from inside of charger, but this is not a fault.
 • Remove charger from wall socket after charging (up to 0.1 W consumed if\
 left in place).
 
●Do not use a damaged or dented battery (especially connectors), e.g. b\
y dropping (can 
cause faults).
Turn off the power and slide 
the card/battery door out (
) 
before opening the door (
) 
as illustrated
Insert the battery and card, 
making sure that their 
orientation is correct
 • Battery:  Insert all the way firmly until 
a locking sound is heard, 
and check that the lever is 
hooked over the battery.
 • Card:  Insert all the way firmly until it  clicks.
Charged battery (check orientation)
Card ( check orientation: terminals face LCD) Do not touch 
the terminal
Lever
Close the card/battery door 
and slide the door in until 
you hear a locking sound 
						

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nserting and removing the card (optional)/
the battery
 (Continued)
 
■To remove
 
• To remove battery:
move lever in direction of arrow.  
• To remove card:
press down in center.
Lever
 
●Always use genuine Panasonic batteries. 
●If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this prod\
uct. 
●Remove battery from camera after use.
 • Keep the battery in a plastic bag, making sure that it is kept away from\
 metallic objects (such as clips) when carrying or storing the battery.
 
●To remove the card or battery, turn the camera off and wait until the LCD monitor 
display is completely blank. (Failure to wait may cause the camera to m\
alfunction and 
may damage the card or recorded data.)
 
●Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children to prevent swallowing. 
●The unusable battery should be discarded in accordance with battery recy\
cling laws.
Call the RBRC hotline at 1-800-822-8837 for information.
 Using the DC coupler (optional) instead of battery
By using the AC adaptor (optional) and DC coupler (optional), you can record and \
play 
back without worrying about the remaining battery charge.
The optional DC coupler can only be used with the designated Panasonic AC adaptor.
Insert DC coupler instead of 
battery
Open DC coupler cover 
 • If difficult to open, press the DC 
coupler cover from inside to open it.
Close the card/battery door 
and slide the door in until 
you hear a locking sound
Plug AC adaptor into power 
outlet 
Connect AC adaptor to DC IN 
socket of DC coupler 
 
●Always use a genuine Panasonic AC adaptor (optional). 
●Use the AC adaptor and DC coupler specifically for this camera. Using other adap\
tors 
or couplers could cause camera failure.
 
●The possibility to install the camera on a tripod or unipod when the DC \
coupler is 
connected depends on the type of tripod or unipod.
 
●The camera cannot stand upright when the AC adaptor is connected. If you are leaving 
the camera on a surface as you work, it is recommended to place it on a \
soft cloth.
 
●When the AC adaptor is connected, always remove the AC adaptor when opening the 
card/battery door.
 
●Remove the AC adaptor and DC coupler when not in use and close the coupler cover. 
●Also read the AC adaptor and DC coupler operating instructions. DC IN socket
DC coupler
DC coupler cover
To connect, face the 
cable mark to the LCD 
monitor
AC adaptor 
						

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nserting and removing the card (optional)/
the battery
 (Continued)
 
■To remove
 
• To remove battery:
move lever in direction of arrow.  
• To remove card:
press down in center.
Lever
 
●Always use genuine Panasonic batteries. 
●If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this prod\
uct. 
●Remove battery from camera after use.
 • Keep the battery in a plastic bag, making sure that it is kept away from\
 metallic objects (such as clips) when carrying or storing the battery.
 
●To remove the card or battery, turn the camera off and wait until the LCD monitor 
display is completely blank. (Failure to wait may cause the camera to m\
alfunction and 
may damage the card or recorded data.)
 
●Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children to prevent swallowing. 
●The unusable battery should be discarded in accordance with battery recy\
cling laws.
Call the RBRC hotline at 1-800-822-8837 for information.
 Using the DC coupler (optional) instead of battery
By using the AC adaptor (optional) and DC coupler (optional), you can record and \
play 
back without worrying about the remaining battery charge.
The optional DC coupler can only be used with the designated Panasonic AC adaptor.
Insert DC coupler instead of 
battery
Open DC coupler cover 
 • If difficult to open, press the DC 
coupler cover from inside to open it.
Close the card/battery door 
and slide the door in until 
you hear a locking sound
Plug AC adaptor into power 
outlet 
Connect AC adaptor to DC IN 
socket of DC coupler 
 
●Always use a genuine Panasonic AC adaptor (optional). 
●Use the AC adaptor and DC coupler specifically for this camera. Using other adap\
tors 
or couplers could cause camera failure.
 
●The possibility to install the camera on a tripod or unipod when the DC \
coupler is 
connected depends on the type of tripod or unipod.
 
●The camera cannot stand upright when the AC adaptor is connected. If you are leaving 
the camera on a surface as you work, it is recommended to place it on a \
soft cloth.
 
●When the AC adaptor is connected, always remove the AC adaptor when opening the 
card/battery door.
 
●Remove the AC adaptor and DC coupler when not in use and close the coupler cover. 
●Also read the AC adaptor and DC coupler operating instructions. DC IN socket
DC coupler
DC coupler cover
To connect, face the 
cable mark to the LCD 
monitor
AC adaptor 
						

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nserting and removing the card (optional)/
the battery
 (Continued)
 Remaining battery and memory capacity
Remaining battery (only when using battery)
(flashes red)
If the battery mark flashes red, recharge or replace battery.
Estimated remaining pictures or recording time capacity (press  ▼ to 
display on/off)
Displayed when no card is inserted (pictures will be saved to built-in \
memory)
When in operation
 (Card) or  (Built-in memory) are illuminated red.
While the light remains lit, an operation is taking place, such as pictu\
re writing, reading, deletion or 
formatting. While the light is lit, do not turn off the power or remove battery, card, AC adaptor (optional) 
or DC coupler (optional), as this can cause data loss or damage.
Keep the camera away from vibrations, impact, or static electricity. Should any of these cause camera 
operation to be terminated, attempt to perform the operation again.
 Recording capacity guidelines (pictures/recording time)
The number of pictures you can take and the recording time varies in pro\
portion to card 
capacity (and depending on recording conditions and type of card).
 
●When [Upload Set] is set, the number of pictures that can be recorded or\
 the recording 
time may decrease.
 
■Recording picture capacity (still pictures)
[Picture Size] Built-in memory 2 GB 4 GB16 GB
14M∗113330 6702740
12M∗24450 9103720
5M
26∗19∗2650∗1890∗21300∗11780∗25300∗17280∗2
0.3M410∗111 5∗210050 1994081340
 • When the number of recordable pictures exceeds 99,999, “+99999” is\
 displayed.
 
■Recording time capacity (motion pictures)
[Rec Quality] Built-in memory 2 GB 4 GB16 GB
[HD] —8 min 10 s 16 min 20 s 1 h 7 min
[VGA] —21 min 40 s 43 min 10 s 2 h 56 min
[QVGA] 2 min 30 s
∗141 s∗21 h 2 min 2 h 4 min 8 h 28 min
 • Motion pictures can be recorded continuously up to 2 GB. To record more than 2 GB, press the  shutter button again. (Remaining time for continuous recording is displ\
ayed on the screen.)
The time displayed in the table is the total time.
∗1 DMC-S3         ∗2 DMC-S1
 Picture save destination (cards and built-in memory)
Pictures will be saved to a card if one is inserted, or to the built-in \
memory  if not.
 
■Built-in memory (DMC-S3: Approx. 70 MB/DMC-S1: Approx. 20 MB)
 
●Pictures may be copied between cards and the built-in memory ( →62). 
●The access time for the built-in memory may be longer than the access ti\
me for a card. 
●[QVGA] in [Rec Quality] can only be available to record motion pictures \
in the built-in 
memory.
 
■Compatible memory cards (optional)
The following SD standard-based cards (Panasonic brand recommended)
Type of Card Capacity Notes
SD Memory Cards 8 MB – 2 GB  • Can be used with devices compatible with the  respective formats.
 • Before using SDXC Memory Cards, check that  your computer and other devices support this type 
of card. 
http://panasonic.net/avc/sdcard/information/SDXC.html • Only the cards listed on the left with the given capacities are supported.
 • Using a card of SD Speed “Class 6”
∗ or above is 
recommended for recording motion pictures.
SDHC Memory Cards 4 GB – 32 GB
SDXC Memory Cards 48 GB, 64 GB
∗  SD speed class refers to a specification for sustained write speeds. Con\
firm the SD speed by 
checking the card label or other card related materials.
(Example) Class 6
 
●Please reformat the card with this camera if it has already been 
formatted with a computer or another device. ( →30)
 
●If the write-protect switch is set to “LOCK”, the card cannot be u\
sed to 
record or delete pictures, and it cannot be formatted. 
 
●It is recommended that you copy important pictures to your computer 
(as electromagnetic waves, static electricity, or faults may cause data to 
be damaged).
 
●Latest information: 
http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/ (This Site is English only.)
Switch (LOCK) 
						

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nserting and removing the card (optional)/
the battery
 (Continued)
 Remaining battery and memory capacity
Remaining battery (only when using battery)
(flashes red)
If the battery mark flashes red, recharge or replace battery.
Estimated remaining pictures or recording time capacity (press  ▼ to 
display on/off)
Displayed when no card is inserted (pictures will be saved to built-in \
memory)
When in operation
 (Card) or  (Built-in memory) are illuminated red.
While the light remains lit, an operation is taking place, such as pictu\
re writing, reading, deletion or 
formatting. While the light is lit, do not turn off the power or remove battery, card, AC adaptor (optional) 
or DC coupler (optional), as this can cause data loss or damage.
Keep the camera away from vibrations, impact, or static electricity. Should any of these cause camera 
operation to be terminated, attempt to perform the operation again.
 Recording capacity guidelines (pictures/recording time)
The number of pictures you can take and the recording time varies in pro\
portion to card 
capacity (and depending on recording conditions and type of card).
 
●When [Upload Set] is set, the number of pictures that can be recorded or\
 the recording 
time may decrease.
 
■Recording picture capacity (still pictures)
[Picture Size] Built-in memory 2 GB 4 GB16 GB
14M∗113330 6702740
12M∗24450 9103720
5M
26∗19∗2650∗1890∗21300∗11780∗25300∗17280∗2
0.3M410∗111 5∗210050 1994081340
 • When the number of recordable pictures exceeds 99,999, “+99999” is\
 displayed.
 
■Recording time capacity (motion pictures)
[Rec Quality] Built-in memory 2 GB 4 GB16 GB
[HD] —8 min 10 s 16 min 20 s 1 h 7 min
[VGA] —21 min 40 s 43 min 10 s 2 h 56 min
[QVGA] 2 min 30 s
∗141 s∗21 h 2 min 2 h 4 min 8 h 28 min
 • Motion pictures can be recorded continuously up to 2 GB. To record more than 2 GB, press the  shutter button again. (Remaining time for continuous recording is displ\
ayed on the screen.)
The time displayed in the table is the total time.
∗1 DMC-S3         ∗2 DMC-S1
 Picture save destination (cards and built-in memory)
Pictures will be saved to a card if one is inserted, or to the built-in \
memory  if not.
 
■Built-in memory (DMC-S3: Approx. 70 MB/DMC-S1: Approx. 20 MB)
 
●Pictures may be copied between cards and the built-in memory ( →62). 
●The access time for the built-in memory may be longer than the access ti\
me for a card. 
●[QVGA] in [Rec Quality] can only be available to record motion pictures \
in the built-in 
memory.
 
■Compatible memory cards (optional)
The following SD standard-based cards (Panasonic brand recommended)
Type of Card Capacity Notes
SD Memory Cards 8 MB – 2 GB  • Can be used with devices compatible with the  respective formats.
 • Before using SDXC Memory Cards, check that  your computer and other devices support this type 
of card. 
http://panasonic.net/avc/sdcard/information/SDXC.html • Only the cards listed on the left with the given capacities are supported.
 • Using a card of SD Speed “Class 6”
∗ or above is 
recommended for recording motion pictures.
SDHC Memory Cards 4 GB – 32 GB
SDXC Memory Cards 48 GB, 64 GB
∗  SD speed class refers to a specification for sustained write speeds. Con\
firm the SD speed by 
checking the card label or other card related materials.
(Example) Class 6
 
●Please reformat the card with this camera if it has already been 
formatted with a computer or another device. ( →30)
 
●If the write-protect switch is set to “LOCK”, the card cannot be u\
sed to 
record or delete pictures, and it cannot be formatted. 
 
●It is recommended that you copy important pictures to your computer 
(as electromagnetic waves, static electricity, or faults may cause data to 
be damaged).
 
●Latest information: 
http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/ (This Site is English only.)
Switch (LOCK) 
						

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The clock is not set when the camera is shipped. 
Setting the clock
 
●Failure to set the date and time will cause the date/time to be improper\
ly printed when 
printing pictures at a digital photo center or when using [Date Stamp].
 
●After the time has been set, the date can be printed correctly even if t\
he date is not 
displayed on the camera screen.
Press the Power button
The power is turned on.
If the language select screen is not displayed,
proceed to step 
.
Press [MENU/SET] while the 
message is displayed
Press ▲▼  to select the language, 
and press [MENU/SET]
Press [MENU/SET]
Power button
[MENU/SET]
Press ◄►  to select the items (year, month, day, hour, minute, 
display order or time display format), and press  ▲▼ to set
Select the 
setting item
Change 
the values  and 
settings
Select either [24hrs] or [AM/PM] 
for the time display format.
Select the display order for the day, month, and year 
([M/D/Y], [D/M/Y], or [Y/M/D]). 
 • To cancel → Press [ / ].
Press [MENU/SET]
Confirm the setting and press [MENU/SET]
 • To return to the previous screen, press [ / ].
 • Turn on power again and check time display. (Time and date can be displayed by pressing  ▼ several times.)
To change time setting
Select [Clock Set] from [Setup] or [Rec] menu, perform  and .
 • Clock settings will be saved for approx. 3 months even after battery is \
removed,  provided a fully-charged battery was installed in the camera for 24 hour\
s 
beforehand. 
						

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The clock is not set when the camera is shipped. 
Setting the clock
 
●Failure to set the date and time will cause the date/time to be improper\
ly printed when 
printing pictures at a digital photo center or when using [Date Stamp].
 
●After the time has been set, the date can be printed correctly even if t\
he date is not 
displayed on the camera screen.
Press the Power button
The power is turned on.
If the language select screen is not displayed,
proceed to step 
.
Press [MENU/SET] while the 
message is displayed
Press ▲▼  to select the language, 
and press [MENU/SET]
Press [MENU/SET]
Power button
[MENU/SET]
Press ◄►  to select the items (year, month, day, hour, minute, 
display order or time display format), and press  ▲▼ to set
Select the 
setting item
Change 
the values  and 
settings
Select either [24hrs] or [AM/PM] 
for the time display format.
Select the display order for the day, month, and year 
([M/D/Y], [D/M/Y], or [Y/M/D]). 
 • To cancel → Press [ / ].
Press [MENU/SET]
Confirm the setting and press [MENU/SET]
 • To return to the previous screen, press [ / ].
 • Turn on power again and check time display. (Time and date can be displayed by pressing  ▼ several times.)
To change time setting
Select [Clock Set] from [Setup] or [Rec] menu, perform  and .
 • Clock settings will be saved for approx. 3 months even after battery is \
removed,  provided a fully-charged battery was installed in the camera for 24 hour\
s 
beforehand. 
						

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Taking pictures with automatic settings 
[Intelligent Auto] Mode
Recording Mode: 
Display the screen for Recording 
Mode selection
Select [Intelligent Auto] Mode
Take pictures
Press halfway 
(press lightly to  focus) Press fully 
(press the button all  the way to record)
Optimum settings are made automatically from information such as “fac\
e,” “movement,” 
“brightness,” and “distance” just by pointing the camera at \
the subject, meaning that clear 
pictures can be taken without the need to make settings manually.
 
■Automatic Scene Detection
Camera identifies the scene when pointed at the subject, and makes optim\
um settings 
automatically.
People are detected People and night scenery are detected 
(Only when  is selected)
Scenery is detected Night scenery is detected
A close-up shot is detectedA sunset is detectedReads subject movement to avoid blurring when the scene does not corresp\
ond to any of 
the above.
If the camera automatically identifies the scene and determines that peo\
ple appear 
as subjects in the picture ( or ), Face Detection is activated, and the focus and 
exposure are adjusted for the recognized faces.
 
●According to the following conditions, different scene types may be determined for the 
same subject:
Face contrast, conditions of subject (size, distance, coloring, contras\
t, movement), 
zoom ratio, sunset, sunrise, low brightness, jitter
 
●If undesired scene type is selected, we recommend manually selecting the\
 
appropriate Recording Mode.
 
●We recommend using a tripod and the self-timer with  and .
 
●In addition to Automatic Scene Detection, [  ] in [Sensitivity] and Backlight 
Compensation will operate automatically.
 
●The following menu items may be set in [Intelligent Auto] Mode:
 • [Rec] menu: [Picture Size] ∗1, [Burst], [Color Mode]∗1
 • [Setup] menu∗2: [Clock Set], [World Time], [Beep], [Language], [Stabilizer Demo.]
∗1  Items that may be set differ from other Recording Modes.
∗2  Other items in the [Setup] menu will reflect settings made in other Reco\
rding Modes. 
●Backlight Compensation
Backlight refers to the light that shines from behind the subject. When \
this occurs, the 
subject appears darker, and so backlighting is automatically corrected by increasing the 
brightness of the entire image.
 
●The settings for the following functions are fixed:
 
• [Auto Review]: [ON]        • [Auto Power Off]: [5 MIN.] 
 
• [White Balance]: [AWB]     • [AF Mode]: 
 (Face Detection) ∗3
 
• [Stabilizer]: [ON]            • [AF Assist Lamp]: [ON]      • [Red-Eye Removal] ∗4: [ON]
∗3  (11-area-focusing) when face cannot be recognized
∗4 DMC-S3 only 
●The following functions cannot be used:
[Exposure], [Digital Zoom]
Shutter button
Focus display
( When focus is aligned: illuminated When focus is not aligned: flashing)
The type of scene detected is indicated 
by a blue icon for two seconds
 
■Holding the camera
Speaker
AF Assist  Lamp/Flash
 • If jitter becomes noticeable, use both hands, keep your 
arms close to your body, and stand with your feet at 
shoulder width.
 • Do not touch the lens.
 • Do not block the flash or the AF Assist Lamp.  Do not look at it from close range.
 • Try to hold the camera steady when you press the  shutter button.
 • Be careful not to block the speaker.
 • We recommend the use of the hand strap to avoid  dropping the camera.
 
■To use flash
Select either  or . • When  is selected, the type of flash automatically changes 
according to the subject and brightness. ( →36)
 •
 and  indicate that the Red-Eye Reduction function is 
activated.
 • The shutter speed is slower in 
 and . 
						

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Taking pictures with automatic settings 
[Intelligent Auto] Mode
Recording Mode: 
Display the screen for Recording 
Mode selection
Select [Intelligent Auto] Mode
Take pictures
Press halfway 
(press lightly to  focus) Press fully 
(press the button all  the way to record)
Optimum settings are made automatically from information such as “fac\
e,” “movement,” 
“brightness,” and “distance” just by pointing the camera at \
the subject, meaning that clear 
pictures can be taken without the need to make settings manually.
 
■Automatic Scene Detection
Camera identifies the scene when pointed at the subject, and makes optim\
um settings 
automatically.
People are detected People and night scenery are detected 
(Only when  is selected)
Scenery is detected Night scenery is detected
A close-up shot is detectedA sunset is detectedReads subject movement to avoid blurring when the scene does not corresp\
ond to any of 
the above.
If the camera automatically identifies the scene and determines that peo\
ple appear 
as subjects in the picture ( or ), Face Detection is activated, and the focus and 
exposure are adjusted for the recognized faces.
 
●According to the following conditions, different scene types may be determined for the 
same subject:
Face contrast, conditions of subject (size, distance, coloring, contras\
t, movement), 
zoom ratio, sunset, sunrise, low brightness, jitter
 
●If undesired scene type is selected, we recommend manually selecting the\
 
appropriate Recording Mode.
 
●We recommend using a tripod and the self-timer with  and .
 
●In addition to Automatic Scene Detection, [  ] in [Sensitivity] and Backlight 
Compensation will operate automatically.
 
●The following menu items may be set in [Intelligent Auto] Mode:
 • [Rec] menu: [Picture Size] ∗1, [Burst], [Color Mode]∗1
 • [Setup] menu∗2: [Clock Set], [World Time], [Beep], [Language], [Stabilizer Demo.]
∗1  Items that may be set differ from other Recording Modes.
∗2  Other items in the [Setup] menu will reflect settings made in other Reco\
rding Modes. 
●Backlight Compensation
Backlight refers to the light that shines from behind the subject. When \
this occurs, the 
subject appears darker, and so backlighting is automatically corrected by increasing the 
brightness of the entire image.
 
●The settings for the following functions are fixed:
 
• [Auto Review]: [ON]        • [Auto Power Off]: [5 MIN.] 
 
• [White Balance]: [AWB]     • [AF Mode]: 
 (Face Detection) ∗3
 
• [Stabilizer]: [ON]            • [AF Assist Lamp]: [ON]      • [Red-Eye Removal] ∗4: [ON]
∗3  (11-area-focusing) when face cannot be recognized
∗4 DMC-S3 only 
●The following functions cannot be used:
[Exposure], [Digital Zoom]
Shutter button
Focus display
( When focus is aligned: illuminated When focus is not aligned: flashing)
The type of scene detected is indicated 
by a blue icon for two seconds
 
■Holding the camera
Speaker
AF Assist  Lamp/Flash
 • If jitter becomes noticeable, use both hands, keep your 
arms close to your body, and stand with your feet at 
shoulder width.
 • Do not touch the lens.
 • Do not block the flash or the AF Assist Lamp.  Do not look at it from close range.
 • Try to hold the camera steady when you press the  shutter button.
 • Be careful not to block the speaker.
 • We recommend the use of the hand strap to avoid  dropping the camera.
 
■To use flash
Select either  or . • When  is selected, the type of flash automatically changes 
according to the subject and brightness. ( →36)
 •
 and  indicate that the Red-Eye Reduction function is 
activated.
 • The shutter speed is slower in 
 and . 
						

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Taking pictures with zoom
Recording Mode:       
 
Taking motion pictures
[Motion Picture] Mode
Recording Mode: 
Optical Zoom and Extended Optical Zoom (EZ)
Automatically switches to “Optical Zoom” when using maximum Pictur\
e Size (
→46), and 
to “Extended Optical Zoom” (for further zooming) otherwise. (EZ\
 is short for “Extended 
Optical Zoom”.)
 • Optical Zoom  • Extended Optical Zoom
(  displayed)
“Optical Zoom” offers 4 x magnification. You can zoom in even closer without the loss of 
picture quality by lowering the picture size and using “Extended Opti\
cal Zoom.” 
For zooming in even closer, “Digital Zoom” ( →50) is available. 
 
●Extended Optical Zoom system
When the recording pixel level is set to [3 M ] (corresponding to 3 million pixels), 
3 million pixels of the available pixel level in the center of the CCD a\
re used in 
recording, enabling higher magnification.
 
●The zoom ratio and the zoom bar displayed on the screen are estimates. 
●Extended Optical Zoom cannot be used in the following cases:
Motion Picture, [High Sens.] in Scene Mode
Zoom In/Out
Capture a 
wider area 
(wide-angle)Enlarge 
the subject 
(telephoto)
Focus range
Zoom ratio (approx.)
Zoom bar
 
●Focus after adjusting the zoom.
 
●Depending on the type of card used, a card-access display may appear for\
 a while after 
motion picture recording. This is not a fault.
 
●In [AF Mode],  (11-area-focusing) is fixed.  
●In [Stabilizer], [ON] is fixed. 
●When there is no space left to store the motion picture, recording autom\
atically ends. 
Additionally, recording in progress may be stopped, depending on the card used. 
Display the screen for Recording 
Mode selection
Select [Motion Picture] Mode 
Start recording
Press halfway
(adjust the focus) Press fully 
(start recording)
 • Immediately release the shutter button after 
pressing it all the way. 
 • The focus and zoom will remain as they were  at the beginning of recording. 
End recording
Press fully
Remaining recording time (approx.)
Elapsed recording time
Microphone