Panasonic Digital Camera Dmc Sz5 Owners Manual For Advanced Features

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About 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 compositi on, 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
9
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100-0001 1/9
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100-0001
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  1001/60AWB
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Using the Zoom
Applicable modes: 
You can zoom in to make people and objects appear closer or zoom out to record landscapes 
in wide angle.
Extended Optical Zoom works except when the maximum recordable pixels are set. This 
function allows you to take a picture with additional enlargement without deteriorating the 
image quality.
Using the Optical Zoom/Using the Extended Optical Zoom (EZ)/Using the 
Intelligent Zoom/Using the Digital Zoom
To make subjects appear further away use (Wide)
Rotate the zoom lever towards Wide.
To make subjects appear closer use (Tele)
Rotate the zoom lever towards Tele. 
						

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∫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].
∫ 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.) – ¶]
FeatureOptical ZoomExtended Optical Zoom (EZ)
Maximum 
magnification 10
k 21.1k
¢1
Picture 
quality No deterioration
No deterioration
Conditions None[Picture Size] with   (P72) 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] 
(P79) on the [Rec] menu is 
set to [i.ZOOM]. [Digital Zoom] 
(P79) on the [Rec] menu is 
set to [ON].
A Extended Optical Zoom indication
B Optical Zoom range
C Intelligent Zoom range
D Digital Zoom range
E Zoom magnification 
						

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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  (P60) for taking 
pictures.
•For details about using the zoom while recording motion pictures, refer to  P34.•The Extended Optical Zoom cannot be used in the following cases:
–Macro Zoom Mode–[High Sens.]/[Photo Frame] (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:
–Macro Zoom Mode–[High Sens.] (Scene Mode)–When [Burst] in the [Rec] menu is set to [ ] or [ ]
•[Digital Zoom] cannot be used in the following cases:–Intelligent Auto Mode–Miniature Effect Mode
–[High Sens.]/[Photo Frame] (Scene Mode)–When [Burst] in the [Rec] menu is set to [ ] or [ ] 
						

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Taking Pictures Using the Built-in Flash
Applicable modes: 
Set the flash to match the recording.
1Press 1 [‰].
2Press 3/ 4 to select the item and then 
press [MENU/SET].
¢ 1 This can be set only when Intelligent Auto Mode is set. The icon changes depending on the type 
of subject and brightness.  (P29)
A
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 shutter 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.
[ Π] ([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.
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¢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]  (P83) on the [Rec] menu is set to [ON], [ ] appears on the flash icon. 
						

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∫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.
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∫The available flash range
•The available flash range is an approximation.
∫ Shutter speed for each flash setting
¢1 The shutter speed changes depending on the [Stabilizer] setting.
¢ 2 When [ ] in [Sensitivity] is set.
•¢1, 2: The shutter speed becomes a maximum of 1 second in the following cases.
–When the Optical Image Stabilizer is set to [OFF].–When the camera has determined that there is very little jitter when the Optical Image Stabilizer is 
set to [ON].
•In Intelligent Auto Mode, shutter speed changes depending on the identified scene.•In Scene Mode, shutter speed will be different from the above table.
Note
•If you bring the Flash too close to an object, the obj ect may be distorted or discolored by the heat or 
lighting from the Flash.
•Recording a subject from too close, or without sufficient flash will not provide the appropriate level of 
exposure, and may result in a picture that is too white or dark.
•When the Flash is being charged, the Flash icon blinks red, and you cannot take a picture even 
when you press the shutter button fully.
•If recording a subject without sufficient flash, the White Balance may not be properly adjusted.•The effects of the flash may not be adequately achieved under the following conditions.
–When [Burst] is set to [ ].–When the shutter speed is too fast•It may take time to charge the Flash if you repeatedly take pictures. Take a picture after the access 
indication disappears.
•The Red-Eye Reduction effect differs between people. Also, if the subject is far away from the 
camera or was not looking at the first Flash, the effect may not be evident.
WideTe l e
In [ ] in 
[Sensitivity] 60 cm (2.0 feet) to 5.6 m (18 feet) 1.5 m (4.9 feet) to 2.9 m (9.5 feet)
Flash settingShutter speed (Sec.)Flash settingShutter speed (Sec.)
‡
1/60 to 1/1600 1 or 1/8 to 1/1600
¢
1
1 or 1/4 to 1/1600¢2
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Taking Close-up Pictures ([AF Macro]/[Macro Zoom])
Applicable modes: 
This mode allows you to take close-up pictures of a subject, e.g. when taking pictures of 
flowers.
1Press 4 [ #].
2Press 3/4 to select the item and then press [MENU/SET].
Note
•We recommend using a tripod and the Self-timer.
•We recommend setting the flash to [Œ ] when you take pictures at close range.•If the distance between the camera and the subject is beyond the focus range of the camera, the 
picture may not be properly focused even if the focus indication lights.
•When a subject is close to the camera, the effective focus range is significantly narrowed. Therefore, 
if the distance between the camera and the subject is changed after focusing on the subject, it may 
become difficult to focus on it again.
•Macro Mode gives priority to a subject close to the camera. Therefore, if the distance between the 
camera and the subject is far, it takes longer to focus on it.
•When you take pictures at close range, the resolu tion of the periphery of the picture may decrease 
slightly. This is not a malfunction.
•[ ] cannot be set in the following cases.–Miniature Effect Mode
–When [AF Mode] is set to [ ]–When [Burst] is set to [ ] or [ ]
ItemDescription of settings
[] ([AF Macro])
You can take pictures of a subject as close as 5 cm (0.16 feet) 
from the lens by rotating the zoom lever upmost to Wide (1 k).
[]([Macro Zoom])
Use this setting to get close to the subject and then further 
enlarge when taking the picture.
You can take a picture with the Digital Zoom up to 3k  while 
maintaining the distance to the subject for the extreme Wide 
position [5 cm (0.16 feet)].
•
The image quality is poorer than during normal recording.•Zoom range will be displayed in blue. (digital zoom range)
[OFF]
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Taking Pictures with the Self-timer
Applicable modes: 
1Press 2 [ë].
2Press 3/ 4 to select the item and then press [MENU/SET].
Note
•When you press the shutter button once fully, the subject is automatically focused just before 
recording. In dark places, the Self-timer indicator will blink and then may turn on brightly, operating 
as an AF Assist Lamp to allow the camera to focus on the subject.
•We recommend using a tripod when recording with the Self-timer.
•The self-timer cannot be set when recording motion pictures.
ItemDescription of settings
[]([10sec.])
Picture is taken 10 seconds  after shutter is pressed.
[]([2sec.])Picture is taken 2 seconds  after shutter is pressed.
•When using a tripod, etc., this setting is a convenient way to 
avoid the jitter caused by pressing the shutter button.
[OFF]
j
3Press the shutter button halfway to focus and 
then press it fully to take the picture.
•The self-timer indicator  A blinks and the shutter is activated 
after 10 seconds (or 2 seconds).