Panasonic Digital Camera Dmc Sz5 Basic Owners Manual

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•The focus range varies depending on the Recording Mode.> Set to the proper mode for the distance to the subject.
•The subject is beyond the focus range of the camera.•There is camera shake (jitter) or the subject is moving slightly.
> The shutter speed becomes slower when pictures are taken in dark places so hold the 
camera firmly with both hands to take the pictures.
> When taking pictures at a slow shutter speed, use the Self-timer.
•When recording under fluorescent or LED lighting fixture etc., increasing the shutter speed 
may introduce slight changes to brightness and color. These are a result of the 
characteristics of the light source and do not indicate a malfunction.
•Use a card with SD Speed Class with “Class 4” or higher when recording motion pictures.•Depending on the type of the card, recording may stop in the middle.
> If motion picture recording stops during use of a card of at least “Class 4” or if you use a 
card that has been formatted on a PC or other equipment, the data-writing speed is 
lower. In such cases, we recommend that you make a backup of the data and then 
format the card in this unit.
•This phenomenon appears when you press the shutter button halfway to set the aperture 
value and does not affect the recorded pictures.
•This phenomenon also appears when the brightness changes when the camera is zoomed 
or when the camera is moved. This is because of operation of the automatic aperture of the 
camera, and it is not a malfunction.
•This is not a malfunction.
These pixels do not affect the recorded pictures.
The subject is not focused properly.
The recorded picture is blurred. The Optical Image Stabilizer is not effective.
The brightness or the hue of the recorded picture is different from the actual 
scene.
Motion picture recording stops in the middle.
LCD monitor
The LCD monitor becomes darker or brighter for a moment.
Black, red, blue and green dots appear on the LCD monitor.
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•Is there a picture on the built-in memory or the card?> The pictures on the built-in memory appear when a card is not inserted. The picture data 
on the card appears when a card is inserted.
•Is this a folder or picture which was processed in the PC? If it is, it cannot be played back by 
this unit.
> It is recommended to use the “ PHOTOfunSTUDIO ” software in the CD-ROM (supplied) 
to write pictures from PC to card.
•Has [Filtering Play] been set for playback?
> Change to [Normal Play].
•Use within the communication range of the wireless LAN network.•Connection types and security setting methods are different depending on the wireless 
access point.
> Refer to the operating instructions of the wireless access point.
•When the radio waves are interrupted, the condition may improve by moving the location or 
changing the angle of the wireless access point.
•It may not automatically connect when the network SSID of the wireless access point is set 
not to broadcast.
> Set the network SSID of the wireless access point to broadcast.
•Is any device, such as microwave oven, cordless phone, etc., that uses 2.4 GHz frequency 
operated nearby?
> Radio waves may get interrupted when used simultaneously. Use them sufficiently away 
from the device.
•Is the 5 GHz/2.4 GHz switchable wireless access point connected to other equipment using 
the 5 GHz band?
> The use of a wireless access point that can use 5 GHz/2.4 GHz simultaneously is 
recommended. It cannot be used simultaneously with this camera if it is not compatible.
•If you do not use the camera for a long time, the clock may be reset.
> [Please set the clock] message will be displayed; please reset the clock.
Playback
The picture is not played back.
The recorded pictures are not displayed.
About the Wi-Fi function
It cannot connect to the wireless LAN. Radio waves get disconnected.
Others
The clock is reset.
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Specifications
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Digital Camera:
Information for your safetyPower Source: DC 5.1 V
Power Consumption: 1.1 W (When recording)
0.6 W (When playing back)
Camera effective 
pixels 14,100,000 pixels
Image sensor 1/2.33q CCD, total pixel number 14,500,000 pixels, 
Primary color filter
Lens Optical 10k zoom, fl 4.5 mm to 45 mm (35 mm film camera 
equivalent: 25 mm to 250 mm)/F3.1 (Wide) to F5.9 (Tele)
Image stabilizer Optical method
Focus range Normal 50 cm (1.6 feet) (Wide)/1.5 m (4.9 feet) 
(Tele) to ¶
[9k is 2 m (6.6 feet) to  ¶]
Macro/
Intelligent auto/
Motion picture 5 cm (0.16 feet) (Wide)/1.5 m (4.9 feet) 
(Tele) to ¶
[9
k is 2 m (6.6 feet) to  ¶]
Scene Mode There may be differences in the above  settings.
Shutter system Electronic shutteriMechanical shutter
Minimum 
Illumination Approx. 10 lx (when i-low light is used, the shutter speed is 
1/30th of a second)
Shutter speed 8 seconds to 1/1600th of a second
Exposure (AE) Auto (Program AE)
Metering mode Multiple
LCD monitor 3.0q TFT LCD (4:3)
(Approx. 230,000 dots) (field of view ratio about 100%)
Microphone Monaural
Speaker Monaural
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Recording mediaBuilt-in Memory (Approx. 55 MB)/SD Memory Card/
SDHC Memory Card/SDXC Memory Card
Recording file format Still Picture JPEG (based on “Design rule for Camera File system”, 
based on “Exif 2.3” standard)/DPOF corresponding
Motion pictures MP4
Audio compression 
format AAC
Interface Digital “USB 2.0” (High Speed)
Analog video NTSC
Audio Audio line output (monaural)
Te r m i n a l [AV OUT/DIGITAL] Dedicated jack (8 pin)
Dimensions
(excluding the 
projecting parts) Approx. 104.1 mm (W)
k57.6 mm (H) k20.8 mm (D)
[4.1 q
(W)k2.3 q(H)k0.8 q(D)]
Mass (weight) Approx. 136g/0.3 lb (with card and battery)
Approx. 120 g/0.27 lb (excluding card and battery)
Operating 
temperature 0
oC to 40 oC (32  oF to 104 o F)
Operating humidity 10%RH to 80%RH
Language select [ENGLISH]/[ESPAÑOL]
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Wireless transmitter
AC Adaptor (Panasonic VSK0768):
Information for your safety
Battery Pack (lithium-ion) (Panasonic DMW-BCK7PP):
Information for your safetyCompliance 
standard
IEEE 802.11b/g/n (standard wireless LAN protocol)
Frequency range 
used (central 
frequency) 2412 MHz to 2462 MHz (11ch)
Encryption method Wi-Fi compliant WPA
TM/WPA2TM
Access methodInfrastructure mode
Input: 110 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz, 0.2 A
Output: 5V, 800mA
Voltage/capacity: 3.6 V/680 mAh
This product incorporates the following software:
(1) the software developed independently by or for Panasonic Corporation,
(2) the software owned by third party and licensed to Panasonic Corporation and/or,
(3) open sourced software including the software developed by the OpenSSL Project for  use in the OpenSSL Toolkit (http://www.openssl.org/
), and the software written by Eric 
Young ([email protected]).
For the software categorized as (3), please refer to the applicable license terms in 
the following “Owner’s Manual for advanced features (PDF format)”.
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Digital Camera Accessory System
Product numbers correct as of July 2012. These may be subject to change.¢The AC Adaptor (optional) can only be used with the designated Panasonic DC Coupler 
(optional). The AC adaptor (optional) cannot be used by itself.
•NOTE: Accessories and/or model numbers may vary between countries. Consult your local 
dealer.
Class 10  64 GB SDXC Memory Card
Class 10  32 GB SDHC Memory Card
Class 10  16 GB SDHC Memory Card
Class 10  8 GB SDHC Memory Card
Class 10  4 GB SDHC Memory Card
RP-SDUA64GUK
RP-SDUA32GUK
RP-SDUA16GUK
RP-SDUA08GUK
RP-SDUA04GUK
Class 4  32 GB SDHC Memory Card
Class 4  16 GB SDHC Memory Card
Class 4  8 GB SDHC Memory Card
Class 4  4 GB SDHC Memory Card
Class 4  2 GB SD Memory Card
RP-SDLA32GUK
RP-SDLA16GUK
RP-SDLA08GUK
RP-SDLA04GUK
RP-SDLA02GUK
DMW-BCK7Battery Pack
Accessory# Description
Illustration 
DMW-DCC10 DC Coupler
DMW-AC5 AC Adaptor
DMW-AVC1AV Cable
DMW-USBC1USB Connection Cable
Class 6  32 GB SDHC Memory Card
Class 6  16 GB SDHC Memory Card
Class 6  8 GB SDHC Memory Card
Class 6  4 GB SDHC Memory CardRP-SDQA32GUK
RP-SDQA16GUK
RP-SDQA08GUK
RP-SDQA04GUK
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Digital Camera Accessory Order Form
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 ORDER TO: PANASONIC NATIONAL PARTS CENTER 20421 84th Ave S., Kent, WA 98032
Ship To: 
Mr.
Mrs.
Ms.First Last
Street Address 
City State Zip
Phone#: 
Day ( )
Night ()
4. Shipping information (UPS delivery requires complete street address)\
        
Please photocopy this form when placing an order.
3. Method of payment (check one)     
American Express
VISA                          
MasterCard         
(Please do not send cash)    
2. Items Ordered  
Quantity
Accessory #  Price Each Description Total Price 
$6.95
Subtotal
Your State & Local Sales Tax Shipping & Handling
To t a l
1. Digital Camera Model #   
Discover          
Expiration Date  Credit Card #  
Customer Signature 
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Limited Warranty 
(ONLY FOR U.S.A. AND PUERTO RICO)
Panasonic Consumer Marketing Company of North America,
Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America
One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, New Jersey 07094
Panasonic Digital Still Camera ProductsLimited Warranty
Limited Warranty Coverage (For USA and Puerto Rico Only) 
If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or workmanship, 
Panasonic Consumer Marketing Company of North America (referred to as “the 
warrantor”) will, for the length of the period indicated on the chart below, which starts 
with the date of original purchase (“warranty period”), at its option either (a) repair your 
product with new or refurbished parts, (b) replace it with a new or a refurbished 
equivalent value product, or (c) refund your purchase price. The decision to repair, 
replace or refund will be made by the warrantor.
During the “Labor” warranty period there will be no charge for labor. During the “Parts” 
warranty period, there will be no charge for parts. This Limited Warranty excludes both 
parts and labor for non-rechargeable batteries, antennas, and cosmetic parts (cabinet). 
This warranty only applies to products purchased and serviced in the United States or 
Puerto Rico. This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser of a new product 
which was not sold “as is”. 
Product or Part Name PartsLabor
Digital Still Camera 1 year1 year
SD Memory Cards, Rechargeable Battery Pack 
(defective exchange) 90 days Not Applicable
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Mail-In Service
For assistance in the U.S.A. and Puerto Rico in obtaining repairs, please ship the 
product prepaid to:
Panasonic Exchange Center
4900 George McVay Drive
Suite B
McAllen, TX 78503
panacare
@us.panasonic.com
When shipping the unit, carefully pack, include all supplied accessories listed in the 
Owner’s Manual, and send it prepaid, adequately insured and packed well in a carton 
box. When shipping Lithium Ion batteries please visit our Web Site at 
www.panasonic.com/BatteryHandling
 as Panasonic is committed to providing the most 
up to date information. Include a letter detailing the complaint, a return address and 
provide a daytime phone number where you can be reached. A valid registered receipt 
is required under the Limited Warranty.
IF REPAIR IS NEEDED DURING THE WARRANTY PERIOD, THE PURCHASER 
WILL BE REQUIRED TO FURNISH  A SALES RECEIPT/PROOF OF PURCHASE INDICATING DATE OF PURCHASE, AMOUNT PAID AND PLACE OF PURCHASE. CUSTOMER WILL BE CHARGED FOR THE  REPAIR OF ANY UNIT RECEIVED WITHOUT SUCH PROOF OF PURCHASE.
Limited Warranty Limits And ExclusionsThis warranty ONLY COVERS failures due to defects in materials or workmanship, and 
DOES NOT COVER normal wear and tear or cosmetic damage. The warranty ALSO 
DOES NOT COVER damages which occurred in shipment, or failures which are caused 
by products not supplied by the warrantor, or failures which result from accidents, 
misuse, abuse, neglect, mishandling, misapplication, alteration, faulty installation, 
set-up adjustments, misadjustment of consumer controls, improper maintenance, 
power line surge, lightning damage, modification, introduction of sand, humidity or 
liquids, commercial use such as hotel, office, restaurant, or other business or rental use 
of the product, or service by anyone other than a Factory Service Center or other 
Authorized Servicer, or damage that is attributable to acts of God.
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THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES EXCEPT AS LISTED UNDER “LIMITED 
WARRANTY COVERAGE”.
THE WARRANTOR IS NOT LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL 
DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, OR ARISING OUT OF 
ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY.
(As examples, this excludes damages for lost time, travel to and from the servicer, loss 
of or damage to media or images, data or other memory or recorded content. The items 
listed are not exclusive, but for illustration only.)
ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE WARRANTY OF 
MERCHANTABILITY, ARE LIMITED TO THE PERIOD OF THE LIMITED 
WARRANTY.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential 
damages, or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the exclusions may 
not apply to you.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which 
vary from state to state. If a problem with this product develops during or after the 
warranty period, you may contact your dealer or Service Center. If the problem is not 
handled to your satisfaction, then write to the warrantors Consumer Affairs Department 
at the addresses listed for the warrantor.
PARTS AND SERVICE, WHICH ARE NOT COVERED BY THIS LIMITED 
WARRANTY, ARE YOUR RESPONSIBILITY.
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