Panasonic Digital Camera Dmc Sz8 Owners Manual For Advanced Features

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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.
•When [ ] is selected, [ ], [ ], [ ] or [ ] is set depending on the type of subject and 
brightness.
•When [ ], [ ] is set, [Red-Eye Removal] is enabled.
•Shutter speed will be slower during [ ] or [ ].•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 (approximation)
∫ Shutter speed for each flash setting
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In Intelligent Auto Mode, shutter speed changes depending on the identified scene.•In Scene Mode, shutter speed will be different from the above table.
•If you bring the flash too close to an object, the object 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 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.
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[Sensitivity] 60 cm (2.0 feet) to 5.2 m (17 feet) 1.5 m (4.9 feet) to 2.6 m (8.5 feet)
Flash settingShutter speed (Sec.)Flash settingShutter speed (Sec.)
‡ 1/60 to 1/2000 1 to 1/2000
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Taking Pictures with the Self-timer
Applicable modes: 
1Press 2 [ë].
2Press 3/ 4 to select the setting and then press [MENU/SET].
•If you use the zoom, the lens barrel will be extended. This may cause the camera to tilt. We 
recommend fixing the camera on a tripod or other support.
•This function is not available in the following case:
–When recording motion pictures
SettingsDescription 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]
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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). 
						

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Compensating the Exposure
Applicable modes: 
Use this function when you cannot achieve appropriate exposure due to the difference in 
brightness between the subject and the background.
1Press 3 [ È] to display [Exposure 
Comp.].
•“EV” is an abbreviation of “Exposure Value”, a unit indicating the amount of exposure.
The EV changes with the aperture value or the shutter speed.
•When [Exposure Comp. Reset] in the [Setup] menu is set to [OFF], the current exposure value will be 
maintained even if you turn off the camera.
•This function is not available in the following case:–[Starry Sky] (Scene Mode)
Underexposed Properly exposed Overexposed
Compensate the exposure 
towards positive. Compensate the exposure
towards negative.
2Press 2/1 to compensate the exposure and then press 
[MENU/SET].
•The exposure compensation value appears on the screen.
•Select [0 EV] to return to the original exposure. 
						

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Taking Pictures with different image effects 
(Creative Control Mode)
Recording Mode: 
This mode allows you to add any of 15 types of effects before recording.
You can set the effects to add by selecting example images and checking them on the screen.
1Press [MODE].
2Press 3/4/2/1 to select [Creative Control], and then press [MENU/
SET].
3Press 3/ 4 to select image effects and then press 
[MENU/SET].
•The image effect of the selected example image will be applied in a 
preview display  A.
•A brief description of selected image effect appears when you press 
2.
•To change the Creative Control Mode, press [MENU/SET], select [Creative Control] using 3/ 4/2/
1, and then press [MENU/SET].
•The displayed image on the recording screen and the preview of the selected image effect may differ 
from the actual recorded image.
•ISO sensitivity will be fixed to [AUTO].•White Balance will be fixed to [AWB].
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For details on how to select the “Creative Control Mode” settings, refer to P55.
¢These pictures are examples to show the effect.
This effect emphasizes the color to make a pop art picture.
This effect gives a faded image.
This effect adds a bright, soft and nostalgic feel to the overall image.
This effect adds a bright, airy and soft feel to the overall image.
[Expressive]
[Retro]
[Old Days]
[High Key]
•If you select this effect with Panorama Shot Mode, the effect may not be 
apparent in places with insufficient brightness. 
						

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This effect adds a dark and relaxing feel to the overall image and 
enhances bright parts.
This effect creates a sepia image.
This effect gives a higher contrast to create an impressive black and 
white picture.
This effect gives your photo a dramatic contrast look.
[Low Key]
[Sepia]
[Dynamic Monochrome]
[Impressive Art]
•If you select this effect with Panorama Shot Mode, seams between 
pictures may become noticeable. 
						

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This effect produces the optimum brightness for both dark and bright 
parts.
This effect gives your photo a dramatic color look.
This effect reduces peripheral brightness to give the impression of a toy 
camera.
[High Dynamic]
[Cross Process]
Items that can be set
ColorGreen tone/Blue tone/Yellow tone/Red tone
•Press 2/1  to select the color to enhance, and 
press [MENU/SET].
[Toy Effect]
Items that can be set
Color Orange emphasized Blue emphasized
•Press 2/1 to select the color tone , and press 
[MENU/SET]. 
						

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This effect blurs peripheral areas to give the impression of a diorama.
This effect blurs the overall image to produce a soft feel.
[Miniature Effect]
Items that can be set
Direction of the blur Horizontal/Vertical
•Press 2/1  to select the direction of the blur, and 
press [MENU/SET].
•Display of the recording screen will be  delayed more than usual and the 
screen will look as if frames are being dropped.
•No sound is recorded in motion pictures.•Approximately 1/10 of the time period is recorded.
(If you record for 10 minutes, the resu lting motion picture recording will be 
approximately 1 minute long.)
The displayed available recording time is approximately 10 times. When 
switching to Recording Mode, please check the available recording time.
•Even if motion picture recording is terminated in a short time, the recording 
may actually continue for a certain period of time.
Keep the camera still until  the recording is complete.
•When taking pictures of a large size, the screen may turn black after taking 
the picture because of signal processing. This is not a malfunction.
[Soft Focus]
•Display of the recording screen will be  delayed more than usual and the 
screen will look as if frames are dropping. 
						

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This effect transforms pin-points of light into a star effect.
This effect leaves one selected color to emphasize impressiveness.
[Star Filter]
•Display of the recording screen will be delayed more than usual and the 
screen will look as if frames are dropping.
[One Point Color]
∫ Set the color to leave in
1Fit the color you want to leave in the 
frame at the center of the screen, and 
then press [MENU/SET].
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If you press  2, you will return to step 1.
2Check the color you have set, and then 
press [MENU/SET].
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The set color is memorized even if the 
camera is turned off.
•Depending on the subject, the set color may not be left in.