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Note
•Do not turn the camera off while deleting. Use a battery with sufficient battery power.•Depending on the number of pictures to be deleted, it may take some time to delete them.
To delete multiple pictures (up to 50) or all the pictures
Press [ ].
Press 3/4 to select [Delete Multi] or
[Delete All] and then press [MENU/SET].
•[Delete All] > Confirmation screen is displayed.
Pictures are deleted by selecting [Yes].
•It is possible to delete all pictures except the ones set
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Note
•Do not turn the camera off while deleting. Use a battery with sufficient battery power.•Depending on the number of pictures to be deleted, it may take some time to delete them.
To delete multiple pictures (up to 50) or all the pictures
Press [ ].
Press 3/4 to select [Delete Multi] or
[Delete All] and then press [MENU/SET].
•[Delete All] > Confirmation screen is displayed.
Pictures are deleted by selecting [Yes].
•It is possible to delete all pictures except the ones set
as...")
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Setting the Menu
The camera comes with menus that allow you to choose the settings for taking pictures
and playing them back just as you like and menus that enable you to have more fun with
the camera and use it more easily.
In particular, the [Setup] menu contains some important settings relating to the camera’s
clock and power. Check the settings of this menu before proceeding to use the camera.
Example: In the [Rec] menu, change [AF Mode] from [ Ø] ([1-Area]) to [ š] ([Face...](http://img.usermanuals.tech/thumb/58/66151/w64_dmc-sz1_adv_en_om_d-36.png "Page 37
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Basic
Setting the Menu
The camera comes with menus that allow you to choose the settings for taking pictures
and playing them back just as you like and menus that enable you to have more fun with
the camera and use it more easily.
In particular, the [Setup] menu contains some important settings relating to the camera’s
clock and power. Check the settings of this menu before proceeding to use the camera.
Example: In the [Rec] menu, change [AF Mode] from [ Ø] ([1-Area]) to [ š] ([Face...")
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∫Close the menu
Press [ ] several times or press the shutter
button halfway.
Note
•
There are functions that cannot be set or used depending on
the modes or menu settings being used on the camera due
to the specifications.
By using the Quick Menu, some of the menu settings can be easily found.
•The features that can be adjusted using Quick Menu are determined by the mode or a display
style the camera is in.
Press 3/4 to select the menu item and
then press [MENU/SET].
A Menu screen...](http://img.usermanuals.tech/thumb/58/66151/w64_dmc-sz1_adv_en_om_d-37.png "Page 38
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∫Close the menu
Press [ ] several times or press the shutter
button halfway.
Note
•
There are functions that cannot be set or used depending on
the modes or menu settings being used on the camera due
to the specifications.
By using the Quick Menu, some of the menu settings can be easily found.
•The features that can be adjusted using Quick Menu are determined by the mode or a display
style the camera is in.
Press 3/4 to select the menu item and
then press [MENU/SET].
A Menu screen...")
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About the Setup Menu
[Clock Set], [Sleep Mode] and [Auto Review] are important items. Check their settings
before using them.
For details on how to select the [Setup] menu settings, refer to P37.
•
Refer to P19 for details.
•Press 3 if you are using Summer Time [ ]. (The time will move forward by 1 hour.) Press 3
once more to return to the normal time.
•If you cannot find the travel destination in the areas displayed on the screen, set by the time
difference from the home area.
U...](http://img.usermanuals.tech/thumb/58/66151/w64_dmc-sz1_adv_en_om_d-38.png "Page 39
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About the Setup Menu
[Clock Set], [Sleep Mode] and [Auto Review] are important items. Check their settings
before using them.
For details on how to select the [Setup] menu settings, refer to P37.
•
Refer to P19 for details.
•Press 3 if you are using Summer Time [ ]. (The time will move forward by 1 hour.) Press 3
once more to return to the normal time.
•If you cannot find the travel destination in the areas displayed on the screen, set by the time
difference from the home area.
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•The number of days that have passed since the departure date can be printed out using the
“ PHOTOfunSTUDIO ” bundled software on the CD-ROM (supplied).
•The travel date is calculated using the date in the clock setting and the departure date you set.
If you set [World Time] to the travel destination, the travel date is calculated using the date in
the clock setting and the travel destination setting.
•The travel date setting is memorized even if the camera is turned off.•The number of...](http://img.usermanuals.tech/thumb/58/66151/w64_dmc-sz1_adv_en_om_d-39.png "Page 40
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•The number of days that have passed since the departure date can be printed out using the
“ PHOTOfunSTUDIO ” bundled software on the CD-ROM (supplied).
•The travel date is calculated using the date in the clock setting and the departure date you set.
If you set [World Time] to the travel destination, the travel date is calculated using the date in
the clock setting and the travel destination setting.
•The travel date setting is memorized even if the camera is turned off.•The number of...")
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•When you connect the camera to a TV, the volume of the TV speakers does not change. Also,
when connected, no sound is output from the camera speakers.
•Some subjects may appear differently from actuality on the LCD monitor. However, this does
not affect the recorded pictures.
•When [LCD Mode] is set to [High Angle], [Brightness] and [Contrast · Saturation] cannot be
adjusted.
r [Beep]
This allows you to set the beep and shutter sound.
r [Beep Level]: [Shutter Vol.]:
[t ]
[u ]
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•When you connect the camera to a TV, the volume of the TV speakers does not change. Also,
when connected, no sound is output from the camera speakers.
•Some subjects may appear differently from actuality on the LCD monitor. However, this does
not affect the recorded pictures.
•When [LCD Mode] is set to [High Angle], [Brightness] and [Contrast · Saturation] cannot be
adjusted.
r [Beep]
This allows you to set the beep and shutter sound.
r [Beep Level]: [Shutter Vol.]:
[t ]
[u ]
[s ]...")
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•High Angle Mode is also canceled if you turn the camera off or [Sleep Mode] is activated.•The brightness of the pictures displayed on the LCD monitor is increased so some subjects
may appear different from real life on the LCD monitor. However, this does not affect the
recorded pictures.
•The LCD monitor automatically returns to normal brightness after 30 seconds when recording
in Power LCD Mode. Press any button to make the LCD monitor bright again.
•When [LCD Mode] is set, the usage...](http://img.usermanuals.tech/thumb/58/66151/w64_dmc-sz1_adv_en_om_d-41.png "Page 42
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•High Angle Mode is also canceled if you turn the camera off or [Sleep Mode] is activated.•The brightness of the pictures displayed on the LCD monitor is increased so some subjects
may appear different from real life on the LCD monitor. However, this does not affect the
recorded pictures.
•The LCD monitor automatically returns to normal brightness after 30 seconds when recording
in Power LCD Mode. Press any button to make the LCD monitor bright again.
•When [LCD Mode] is set, the usage...")
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•[Auto Review] is activated regardless of its setting in the following cases.–When using [Burst].•In Intelligent Auto Mode or [Panorama Shot] and [Photo Frame] in Scene Mode, the Auto
Review function is fixed to [2SEC.].
•[Auto Review] does not work when recording motion pictures.
•When the [Reset] setting is selected during recording, the operation that resets the lens is also
performed at the same time. You will hear the sound of the lens operating but this is normal and
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•[Auto Review] is activated regardless of its setting in the following cases.–When using [Burst].•In Intelligent Auto Mode or [Panorama Shot] and [Photo Frame] in Scene Mode, the Auto
Review function is fixed to [2SEC.].
•[Auto Review] does not work when recording motion pictures.
•When the [Reset] setting is selected during recording, the operation that resets the lens is also
performed at the same time. You will hear the sound of the lens operating but this is normal and
not indicative...")
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•The Stabilizer function is switched between [On] and [Off] every time [MENU/SET] is pressed
during the [Stabilizer Demo.].
•In Playback Mode, [Stabilizer Demo.] cannot be displayed.•[Stabilizer Demo.] is an approximation.•[Auto Demo] is not output to the television.
[Demo Mode]
Displays the amount of jitter the camera has detected. ([Stabilizer
Demo.])
The camera’s features are displayed as slide shows.
([Auto Demo])
[Stabilizer Demo.]:
AAmount of jitter
B Amount of jitter after...](http://img.usermanuals.tech/thumb/58/66151/w64_dmc-sz1_adv_en_om_d-44.png "Page 45
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•The Stabilizer function is switched between [On] and [Off] every time [MENU/SET] is pressed
during the [Stabilizer Demo.].
•In Playback Mode, [Stabilizer Demo.] cannot be displayed.•[Stabilizer Demo.] is an approximation.•[Auto Demo] is not output to the television.
[Demo Mode]
Displays the amount of jitter the camera has detected. ([Stabilizer
Demo.])
The camera’s features are displayed as slide shows.
([Auto Demo])
[Stabilizer Demo.]:
AAmount of jitter
B Amount of jitter after...")
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RecordingAbout the LCD Monitor
Press [DISP.] to change.
ALCD monitor•When the menu screen appears, the [DISP.] button is not
activated. During Playback Zoom, while playing back
motion pictures and during a slide show, you can only
select
“Normal display H” or “No display J”.
∫Recording guideline
This is used as a reference of composition, such as balance, while taking a picture.
•
In [Panorama Shot] or [Photo Frame] in Scene Mode, the guideline is not displayed.
In Recording ModeB...](http://img.usermanuals.tech/thumb/58/66151/w64_dmc-sz1_adv_en_om_d-45.png "Page 46
Recording
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RecordingAbout the LCD Monitor
Press [DISP.] to change.
ALCD monitor•When the menu screen appears, the [DISP.] button is not
activated. During Playback Zoom, while playing back
motion pictures and during a slide show, you can only
select
“Normal display H” or “No display J”.
∫Recording guideline
This is used as a reference of composition, such as balance, while taking a picture.
•
In [Panorama Shot] or [Photo Frame] in Scene Mode, the guideline is not displayed.
In Recording ModeB...")
- 41 - Basic •When you connect the camera to a TV, the volume of the TV speakers does not change. Also, when connected, no sound is output from the camera speakers. •Some subjects may appear differently from actuality on the LCD monitor. However, this does not affect the recorded pictures. •When [LCD Mode] is set to [High Angle], [Brightness] and [Contrast · Saturation] cannot be adjusted. r [Beep] This allows you to set the beep and shutter sound. r [Beep Level]: [Shutter Vol.]: [t ] [u ] [s ] ([Low]) ([High]) ([OFF]) [] [] []([Low]) ([High]) ([OFF]) [Beep Tone]: []/[]/[] [Shutter Tone]: []/[]/[] u [Volume]Adjust the volume of the speaker to any of the 7 levels. [LCD Display] Brightness, color, or red or blue tint of the LCD monitor is adjusted. [Brightness]: Adjust the brightness. [Contrast · Saturation]: Adjust the contrast or clarity of colors. [Red Tint]: Adjust the red tint. [Blue Tint]: Adjust the blue tint. 1Select the settings by pressing 3/ 4, and adjust with 2/1 . 2Press [MENU/SET] to set. 123123
Basic - 42 - •High Angle Mode is also canceled if you turn the camera off or [Sleep Mode] is activated.•The brightness of the pictures displayed on the LCD monitor is increased so some subjects may appear different from real life on the LCD monitor. However, this does not affect the recorded pictures. •The LCD monitor automatically returns to normal brightness after 30 seconds when recording in Power LCD Mode. Press any button to make the LCD monitor bright again. •When [LCD Mode] is set, the usage time is reduced. •Motion picture recording area display is only an approximation.•Recording area display may disappear when zooming to Tele depending on the picture size setting. •It will be fixed to [OFF] during the Intelligent Auto Mode. •Press the shutter button halfway or turn the camera off and on to cancel [Sleep Mode].•[Sleep Mode] is set to [5MIN.] in the Intelligent Auto Mode.•[Sleep Mode] does not work in the following cases.–When using the AC adaptor (supplied)–When connecting to a PC or a printer–When recording or playing back motion pictures–During a Slide Show–[Auto Demo] [LCD Mode] These menu settings make it easier to see the LCD monitor when you are in bright places or w hen you are holding the camera high above your head. [„ ] ([Auto Power LCD]) ¢: The brightness is adjusted automatically depending on how bright it is around the camera. [… ] ([Power LCD]): The LCD monitor becomes brighter and easier to see even when taking pictures outdoors. [Å ] ([High Angle]) ¢: The LCD monitor is easier to s ee when taking pictures with the camera held high above your head. [OFF] ¢Can be set only when Recording Mode is set. [Focus Icon]Change the focus icon. [ ]/[ ]/[ ]/[ ]/[ ]/[ ] [Video Rec Area]Angle of view for motion picture recording can be checked. [ON]/[OFF] p [Sleep Mode] The camera is automatically turned off if the camera has not been used for the time selected on the setting. [2MIN.] [5MIN.] [10MIN.] [OFF] LCD
- 43 - Basic •[Auto Review] is activated regardless of its setting in the following cases.–When using [Burst].•In Intelligent Auto Mode or [Panorama Shot] and [Photo Frame] in Scene Mode, the Auto Review function is fixed to [2SEC.]. •[Auto Review] does not work when recording motion pictures. •When the [Reset] setting is selected during recording, the operation that resets the lens is also performed at the same time. You will hear the sound of the lens operating but this is normal and not indicative of malfunctioning. •When [Setup] menu settings are reset, the following settings are also reset.–The birthday and name settings for [Baby1]/[Baby2] and [Pet] in Scene Mode.–The [Travel Date] setting. (Departure date, return date, destination)–The [World Time] setting.•The folder number and the clock setting are not changed. •This will work when the AV cable (P97) is connected. o [Auto Review] Set the length of time that the picture is displayed after taking the still picture. [1SEC.] [2SEC.] [HOLD]: The pictures are displayed until one of the buttons is pressed. [OFF] w [Reset]The [Rec] or [Setup] menu settings are reset to the initial settings. | [Output] Set to match the type of TV. [ ] ([TV Aspect]): [W ]: When connecting to a 16:9 screen TV. [X ]: When connecting to a 4:3 screen TV.
Basic - 44 - •Refer to P32 for information about how to play back pictures.•When you play back pictures on a PC, they canno t be displayed in the rotated direction unless the OS or software is compatible with Exif. Exif is a file format for still pictures which allows recording information etc. to be added. It was established by “JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association)”. •It may not be possible to rotate pictures that have been recorded with other equipment.•The display is not rotated during Multi Playback. •Use a battery with sufficient battery power when formatting. Do not turn the camera off during formatting. •If a card has been inserted, only the card is formatted. To format the built-in memory, remove the card. •If the card has been formatted on a PC or other equipment, format it on the camera again.•It may take longer to format the built-in memory than the card.•If the built-in memory or the card cannot be formatted, consult your nearest Service Center. •If you set a different language by mistake, select [ ~] from the menu icons to set the desired language. M [Rotate Disp.] This mode allows you to display pictures vertically if they were recorded holding the camera vertically. [] ([On]):Rotate pictures on a TV and the LCD display so that they are displayed vertically. []([External Only]):Rotate only the picture on a TV so that it is displayed vertically. [OFF] [Version Disp.]It is possible to check which version of firmware is on the camera. [Format]The built-in memory or card is formatted. Formatting irretrievably deletes all the data so check the data carefully before formatting. ~ [Language]Set the language displayed on the screen. For Canadian assistance, please call: 1-800-99-LUMIX (1-800-995-8649) or send e-mail to: [email protected] USA and Puerto Rico assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo
- 45 - Basic •The Stabilizer function is switched between [On] and [Off] every time [MENU/SET] is pressed during the [Stabilizer Demo.]. •In Playback Mode, [Stabilizer Demo.] cannot be displayed.•[Stabilizer Demo.] is an approximation.•[Auto Demo] is not output to the television. [Demo Mode] Displays the amount of jitter the camera has detected. ([Stabilizer Demo.]) The camera’s features are displayed as slide shows. ([Auto Demo]) [Stabilizer Demo.]: AAmount of jitter B Amount of jitter after correction [Auto Demo]: [ON] [OFF] DEMO AB
Recording - 46 - RecordingAbout the LCD Monitor Press [DISP.] to change. ALCD monitor•When the menu screen appears, the [DISP.] button is not activated. During Playback Zoom, while playing back motion pictures and during a slide show, you can only select “Normal display H” or “No display J”. ∫Recording guideline This is used as a reference of composition, such as balance, while taking a picture. • In [Panorama Shot] or [Photo Frame] in Scene Mode, the guideline is not displayed. In Recording ModeB Normal display C Number of recordable pictures D Normal display E Available recording time F No display G No display (Recording guideline)BD GF In Playback Mode H Normal display I Display with recording information J No displayHI J CE
- 47 - Recording Applicable modes: Using the Zoom You can zoom in to make people and objects appear closer or zoom out to record landscapes in wide angle. Setting the number of pixels to 10M or less will operate the Extended Optical Zoom to take zoomed pictures without affecting quality. ∫ Types of zooms ¢1 This includes the optical zoom magnification. The magnification level differs depending on [Picture Size] setting. The zoom functions below can also be used to further increase the zoom magnification. ¢2 This is 2 k magnification when [i.Resolution] in [Rec] menu is set to [i.ZOOM]. Using the Optical Zoom/Using the Extended Optical Zoom (EZ)/Using the Intelligent Zoom/Using the Digital Zoom To make subjects appear closer use (Tele) Rotate the zoom lever towards Tele. To make subjects appear further away use (Wide) Rotate the zoom lever towards Wide. FeatureOptical ZoomExtended Optical Zoom (EZ) Maximum magnification (DMC-SZ1) (DMC-SZ02) 10k (DMC-SZ1) (DMC-SZ02) 22.5k ¢1 (DMC-FH8) 5k (DMC-FH8) 11 . 3 k¢1 Picture quality No deterioration No deterioration Conditions None [Picture Size] with (P64) is selected. FeatureIntelligent ZoomDigital Zoom Maximum magnification 2 k 4k ¢ 2 Picture quality Zoom in while limiting deterioration The higher the magnification level, the greater the deterioration. Conditions [i.Resolution] (P70) on the [Rec] menu is set to [i.ZOOM]. [Digital Zoom] (P70) on the [Rec] menu is set to [ON].
Recording - 48 - ∫Screen display • When using the Zoom function, an estimate of the focus range will appear in conjunction with the zoom display bar. [Example: 0.5 m (1.6 ft.) – ¶] Note •The indicated zoom magnification is an approximation.• “EZ” is an abbreviation of “Extended Optical Zoom”. It is possible to take more magnified pictures with the optical zoom. •The lens barrel extends or retracts according to the zoom position. Be sure not to interrupt the motion of the lens barrel while the zoom lever is rotated. •When using the Digital Zoom, we recommend using a tripod and the Self-timer (P53) for taking pictures. •For details about using the zoom while recording motion pictures, refer to P30.•The Extended Optical Zoom cannot be used in the following cases:–In Macro Zoom Mode–In [High Sens.] or [Photo Frame] in Scene Mode–When [Burst] in the [Rec] menu is set to [ ] or [ ]–When recording motion pictures•The Intelligent Zoom cannot be used in the following cases:–In Macro Zoom Mode–In [High Sens.] in Scene Mode–When [Burst] in the [Rec] menu is set to [ ] or [ ]•[Digital Zoom] cannot be used in the following cases:–In Intelligent Auto Mode–In Miniature Effect Mode–In [High Sens.] or [Photo Frame] in Scene Mode–When [Burst] in the [Rec] menu is set to [ ] or [ ] A Extended Optical Zoom indication B Optical Zoom range C Intelligent Zoom range D Digital Zoom range E Zoom magnification
- 49 - Recording Applicable modes: Taking Pictures Using the Built-in Flash Set the flash to match the recording. Press 1 [‰]. Press 3/4 to select the item and then press [MENU/SET]. ¢ 1 This can be set only when Intelligent Auto Mode is set. ¢ 2 The flash is activated twice. The subject should not move until the second flash is activated. Interval until the second flash depends on the brightness of the subject. [Red-Eye Removal] (P74) on the [Rec] menu is set to [ON], [ ] appears on the flash icon. A Photo flash Do not cover it with your fingers or other objects. Switching to the appropriate flash setting ItemDescription of settings [ ‡ ] ([Auto]) The flash is automatically activated when the recording conditions make it necessary. [] ([iAuto]) ¢1 [] ([Auto/Red-Eye])¢2 The flash is automatically activated when the recording conditions make it necessary. It is activated once before the actual recording to reduce the red-eye phenomenon (eyes of the subject appearing red in the picture) and then activated again for the actual recording. •Use this when you take pictures of people in low lighting conditions. [ ‰ ] ([Forced Flash On]) The flash is activated every time regardless of the recording conditions. •Use this when your subject is back-lit or under fluorescent light. [] ([Slow Sync./ Red-Eye]) ¢ 2 If you take a picture with a dark background landscape, this feature will slow the shut ter speed when the flash is activated so that the dark background will become bright. Simultaneously, it reduces the red-eye phenomenon. •Use this when you take pictures of people in front of a dark background. [ Œ ] ([Forced Flash Off] )The flash is not activated in any recording conditions.•Use this when you take pictures in places where the use of flash is not permitted.
Recording - 50 - ∫Available Flash Settings in Recording Mode The available flash settings depend on the Recording Mode. (± : Available, —: Not available, ¥: Scene Mode initial setting) ¢ [ ] is displayed.•The flash setting may change if the Recording Mode is changed. Set the flash setting again if necessary. •The flash setting is memorized even if the camera is turned off. However, the Scene Mode flash setting is reset to the initial setting when the Scene Mode is changed. •Flash will not be activated when recording motion picture. ‡‰Œ ± ¢——— ± ±±± —± * + : ; ±¥± —± , / ï ———— ¥ -¥— ±— ± .——— ¥± 1 í 9± — ±— ¥ ¥±± —±