Panasonic Digital Camera Dmc Tz4 Operating Instructions
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To enlarge the subject, you can take pictures from even closer up than the normal focus
range allows (up to 5 cm [0.17 feet] for max. W) by using ‘MACRO ()’.
1
Set to
2
Set to (NORMAL PICTURE mode) or
(MOTION PICTURE mode)
3
Set to ‘MACRO’
display
55
• To cancel Macro mode → Press ▼ again. Mode dial
Taking close-up pictures without standing close to subject
‘TELE MACRO function’
Useful for taking close-up pictures of, for example, birds that may fly away if approached,
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40 VQT1P79VQT1P79 41
To enlarge the subject, you can take pictures from even closer up than the normal focus
range allows (up to 5 cm [0.17 feet] for max. W) by using ‘MACRO ()’.
1
Set to
2
Set to (NORMAL PICTURE mode) or
(MOTION PICTURE mode)
3
Set to ‘MACRO’
display
55
• To cancel Macro mode → Press ▼ again. Mode dial
Taking close-up pictures without standing close to subject
‘TELE MACRO function’
Useful for taking close-up pictures of, for example, birds that may fly away if approached,
or...")
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40 VQT1P79VQT1P79 41
To enlarge the subject, you can take pictures from even closer up than the normal focus
range allows (up to 5 cm [0.17 feet] for max. W) by using ‘MACRO ()’.
1
Set to
2
Set to (NORMAL PICTURE mode) or
(MOTION PICTURE mode)
3
Set to ‘MACRO’
display
55
• To cancel Macro mode → Press ▼ again. Mode dial
Taking close-up pictures without standing close to subject
‘TELE MACRO function’
Useful for taking close-up pictures of, for example, birds that may fly away if approached,
or...](http://img.usermanuals.tech/thumb/58/66010/w64_dmc-tz4_en_om_d-40.png "Page 41
40 VQT1P79VQT1P79 41
To enlarge the subject, you can take pictures from even closer up than the normal focus
range allows (up to 5 cm [0.17 feet] for max. W) by using ‘MACRO ()’.
1
Set to
2
Set to (NORMAL PICTURE mode) or
(MOTION PICTURE mode)
3
Set to ‘MACRO’
display
55
• To cancel Macro mode → Press ▼ again. Mode dial
Taking close-up pictures without standing close to subject
‘TELE MACRO function’
Useful for taking close-up pictures of, for example, birds that may fly away if approached,
or...")
40 VQT1P79VQT1P79 41 To enlarge the subject, you can take pictures from even closer up than the normal focus range allows (up to 5 cm [0.17 feet] for max. W) by using ‘MACRO ()’. 1 Set to 2 Set to (NORMAL PICTURE mode) or (MOTION PICTURE mode) 3 Set to ‘MACRO’ display 55 • To cancel Macro mode → Press ▼ again. Mode dial Taking close-up pictures without standing close to subject ‘TELE MACRO function’ Useful for taking close-up pictures of, for example, birds that may fly away if approached, or to blur background and emphasize subject. ‘TELE MACRO’ operates automatically when optical or extended optical zoom ratios are set to maximum; focus can be aligned for distances as close as 1 m (3.28 feet). Turn to max. T 55 Digital zoom may also be used. Cannot be used in the following circumstances: • When not using ‘MACRO’ in (NORMAL PICTURE mode) or (MOTION PICTURE mode) • Scene modes other than ‘FOOD’,‘CANDLE LIGHT’,‘BABY’,‘HIGH SENS.’ ,‘UNDERWATER’, ‘PET’, and ‘HI-SPEED BURST’. is displayed when using ‘macro’ in (NORMALPICTURE mode) and (MOTION PICTURE mode). We recommend using a tripod, the self-timer (P.42), and flash ‘FORCED FLASH OFF’ (P.38). Moving the camera after aligning the focus is likely to result in poorly focused pictures if subject is close to camera, due to margin for focus alignment being severely reduced. Resolution may be reduced around the edges of the picture. When using (INTELLIGENT AUTO mode), macro recording can be activated by just pointing the camera at subject. (display) Mode dial set to: 1 1 1 When using MACRO Zoom ratio Focus range 1 x (max.W) 4-7 x 5 cm (0.17 feet)5 cm (0.17 feet) to ∞∞ 2 m (6.57 feet)2 m (6.57 feet) to ∞∞ Ranges between 5 cm-2 m according to zoom ratio 10 x (max.T) (Tele Macro function activated 2) Ranges between 1 m-2 m according to zoom ratio 1 m (3.28 feet)1 m (3.28 feet) to ∞∞2 is displayed when using ‘macro’ in (NORMAL PICTURE mode) and (MOTION PICTURE mode). When not using MACRO: 3 3 3 When not using MACRO Zoom ratio Focus range 1 x (max.W) 10 x (max.T) 50 cm (1.64 feet) 50 cm (1.64 feet) to ∞ ∞ Ranges between 50 cm-2 m according to zoom ratio 2 m (6.57 feet)2 m (6.57 feet) to ∞ ∞ Zoom ratios are approximate. Ranges for focus alignment differ for scene modes. → P.46 Zoom ratios shown above vary when extended optical zoom is used. Max. W: Zoom lever turned as far as possible to W side (no zoom) Max. T: Zoom lever turned as far as possible to T side (maximum zoom ratio) Accessible distance from subject depends on zoom ratio. Ranges for each mode dial setting are listed below. Focus range Outside focus range Applications (Record) 3Taking close-up picturesApplications (Record) 4 Positioning camera and subject within accessible range for focus alignment Focus may take time to align for subjects over 50 cm (1.64 feet) away.
42 VQT1P79VQT1P79 43 We recommend using a tripod. This is also effective for correcting jitter when pressing the shutter button, by setting the self timer to 2 seconds. After self-timer lamp stops flashing, it may then be lit for AF assist lamp. This function cannot be used in the ‘UNDERWATER’ and ‘HI-SPEED BURST’ scene modes or in MOTION PICTURE mode . In some modes, only ‘2SEC.’ or only ‘10SEC.’ may be selected. INTELLIGENT AUTO mode: ‘10SEC.’ CLIPBOARD mode, ‘SELF PORTRAIT’ scene mode: ‘2SEC.’Self-timer indicator (Flashes for set duration) 1 Display ‘SELFTIMER’ 2 Select time durationSELFTIMER 10SEC. 2SEC.OFF SET SELECT Displayed for approx. 5 sec. Can also be selected with ◄. 3 Take a picture Press halfway (align focus) • Focus will be automatically adjusted immediately before recording if shutter button is pressed fully here. Press fully (Picture taken after selected time elapsed) CANCELCANCELMENUMENU 55 • To cancel while in operation → Press ‘MENU/SET’ Applications (Record) 5Taking pictures with self-timer Corrects exposure when adequate exposure cannot be obtained (if difference between brightness of object and background, etc.). Depending on the brightness, this may not be possible in some cases. e.g. AUTO BRACKET with ±1EV First picture 0EV (Standard) Second picture -1EV (Darker) Third picture +1EV (Brighter) Minus direction Plus directionOver-exposed Optimum exposure Under-exposed EXPOSURE AUTO BRACKET Takes 3 pictures in succession, changing the exposure. After exposure compensation, the compensation value is as standard. 1 Display ‘EXPOSURE’ 2 Select a value‘0’ (no compensation) EXPOSURE EXITMENUSELECT The compensation value is displayed on the bottom-left of the screen. (, etc.) 1 Display ‘AUTO BRACKET’ Press several times 2 Select a value‘0’ (no compensation) EXITMENUSELECT AUTO BRACKET Value displayed after exposure compensation set Cannot be used with flash or when there is remaining capacity for only 2 more pictures. When ‘AUTO BRACKET’ is set, is displayed on the left of the screen. Canceled when the power is turned off. Burst setting is canceled when auto bracket is set. Applications (Record) 6 Taking pictures with exposure compensation Example of exposure compensation
42 VQT1P79VQT1P79 43 We recommend using a tripod. This is also effective for correcting jitter when pressing the shutter button, by setting the self timer to 2 seconds. After self-timer lamp stops flashing, it may then be lit for AF assist lamp. This function cannot be used in the ‘UNDERWATER’ and ‘HI-SPEED BURST’ scene modes or in MOTION PICTURE mode . In some modes, only ‘2SEC.’ or only ‘10SEC.’ may be selected. INTELLIGENT AUTO mode: ‘10SEC.’ CLIPBOARD mode, ‘SELF PORTRAIT’ scene mode: ‘2SEC.’Self-timer indicator (Flashes for set duration) 1 Display ‘SELFTIMER’ 2 Select time durationSELFTIMER 10SEC. 2SEC.OFF SET SELECT Displayed for approx. 5 sec. Can also be selected with ◄. 3 Take a picture Press halfway (align focus) • Focus will be automatically adjusted immediately before recording if shutter button is pressed fully here. Press fully (Picture taken after selected time elapsed) CANCELCANCELMENUMENU 55 • To cancel while in operation → Press ‘MENU/SET’ Applications (Record) 5Taking pictures with self-timer Corrects exposure when adequate exposure cannot be obtained (if difference between brightness of object and background, etc.). Depending on the brightness, this may not be possible in some cases. e.g. AUTO BRACKET with ±1EV First picture 0EV (Standard) Second picture -1EV (Darker) Third picture +1EV (Brighter) Minus direction Plus directionOver-exposed Optimum exposure Under-exposed EXPOSURE AUTO BRACKET Takes 3 pictures in succession, changing the exposure. After exposure compensation, the compensation value is as standard. 1 Display ‘EXPOSURE’ 2 Select a value‘0’ (no compensation) EXPOSURE EXITMENUSELECT The compensation value is displayed on the bottom-left of the screen. (, etc.) 1 Display ‘AUTO BRACKET’ Press several times 2 Select a value‘0’ (no compensation) EXITMENUSELECT AUTO BRACKET Value displayed after exposure compensation set Cannot be used with flash or when there is remaining capacity for only 2 more pictures. When ‘AUTO BRACKET’ is set, is displayed on the left of the screen. Canceled when the power is turned off. Burst setting is canceled when auto bracket is set. Applications (Record) 6 Taking pictures with exposure compensation Example of exposure compensation
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Scene types
SCN1 and SCN2
Both represent the same function. Scene settings selected for ‘SCN1’ and ‘SCN2’ will be
stored in the memory. This function is useful for immediate selection of scene settings
you use most often (e.g. ‘NIGHT SCENERY’ for SCN1, ‘NIGHT PORTRAIT’ for SCN2).
Selecting a scene mode inappropriate for the actual scene may affect the coloring of
your picture.
Following REC menu settings will be automatically adjusted and cannot be selected
manually (available settings vary according to scene setting).
‘INTELLIGENT ISO’,’SENSITIVITY’, ‘METERING MODE’, ‘I.EXPOSURE’, ‘COLOR
MODE’, ‘MIN. SHTR SPEED’
‘I.EXPOSURE’ is operated automatically in the following scene modes, according to
picture conditions.
‘PORTRAIT’, ‘SOFT SKIN’, ‘SELF PORTRAIT’, ‘SCENERY’, ‘SPORTS’, ‘NIGHT
PORTRAIT’,‘PARTY’, ‘CANDLE LIGHT’, ‘BABY’, ‘SUNSET’, ‘HIGH SENS.’
‘WHITE BALANCE’ can be set to the following.
‘PORTRAIT’,‘SOFT SKIN’,‘SELF PORTRAIT’,‘SPORTS’,‘BABY’,‘PET’,‘HIGH SENS.’‚
’HI-SPEED BURST’, ‘MULTI ASPECT (DMC-TZ5 only)’
(Setting is restored to ‘AWB’ when scene is changed.)
The types of flash available (P.39) vary according to the scene.
The scene mode flash setting is reset to the default setting when the scene mode is
changed.
Guidelines displayed in gray in ‘NIGHT PORTRAIT’, ‘NIGHT SCENERY’, ‘STARRY
SKY’, and ‘FIREWORKS’ scene modes.MENU/SET DISPLAY
1
Set to
2
Set to ‘SCN1’ or ‘SCN2’
3
Select scene(Press ‘MENU/SET’ if scene menu is not
displayed)
SCENE MENU
DISPLAY
SCENE MODE 1
PORTRAIT
21
SET SELECT
Zoom lever
can also be
used to switch
to next screen.
To see description of each scene:
Select scene, and press display button.
To avoid displaying scene
menu
Set ‘SCENE MENU’ to ‘OFF’
(P.26)
PORTRAIT SOFT SKIN SELF PORTRAIT SCENERY
55555555
SPORTS NIGHT PORTRAIT NIGHT SCENERY FOOD
55555555
PARTY CANDLE LIGHT BABY PET
5555
10:00 MAR.15.20089 months 10days10:00 MAR.15.2008 9 months 10days
55
BabyBaby
10:00 MAR.15.20089 months 10days10:00 MAR.15.2008 9 months 10daysPet
Pet
55
SUNSET HIGH SENS. HI-SPEED BURST STARRY SKY
555555
1515
55
FIREWORKS BEACH SNOW AERIAL PHOTO
55555555
UNDERWATER MULTI ASPECT (DMC-TZ5 only)
AF LOCKAF LOCK
5555
Functions, tips for each scene
(P.46 - 51)
Applications
(Record)
7
Taking pictures according to
the scene
‘SCENE MODE’
Using SCENE MODE enables you to take pictures with optimum settings (exposure,
coloring, etc.) for given scenes.
Zoom lever
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Scene types
SCN1 and SCN2
Both represent the same function. Scene settings selected for ‘SCN1’ and ‘SCN2’ will be
stored in the memory. This function is useful for immediate selection of scene settings
you use most often (e.g. ‘NIGHT SCENERY’ for SCN1, ‘NIGHT PORTRAIT’ for SCN2).
Selecting a scene mode inappropriate for the actual scene may affect the coloring of
your picture.
Following REC menu settings will be automatically adjusted and cannot be selected
manually (available settings vary according to scene setting).
‘INTELLIGENT ISO’,’SENSITIVITY’, ‘METERING MODE’, ‘I.EXPOSURE’, ‘COLOR
MODE’, ‘MIN. SHTR SPEED’
‘I.EXPOSURE’ is operated automatically in the following scene modes, according to
picture conditions.
‘PORTRAIT’, ‘SOFT SKIN’, ‘SELF PORTRAIT’, ‘SCENERY’, ‘SPORTS’, ‘NIGHT
PORTRAIT’,‘PARTY’, ‘CANDLE LIGHT’, ‘BABY’, ‘SUNSET’, ‘HIGH SENS.’
‘WHITE BALANCE’ can be set to the following.
‘PORTRAIT’,‘SOFT SKIN’,‘SELF PORTRAIT’,‘SPORTS’,‘BABY’,‘PET’,‘HIGH SENS.’‚
’HI-SPEED BURST’, ‘MULTI ASPECT (DMC-TZ5 only)’
(Setting is restored to ‘AWB’ when scene is changed.)
The types of flash available (P.39) vary according to the scene.
The scene mode flash setting is reset to the default setting when the scene mode is
changed.
Guidelines displayed in gray in ‘NIGHT PORTRAIT’, ‘NIGHT SCENERY’, ‘STARRY
SKY’, and ‘FIREWORKS’ scene modes.MENU/SET DISPLAY
1
Set to
2
Set to ‘SCN1’ or ‘SCN2’
3
Select scene(Press ‘MENU/SET’ if scene menu is not
displayed)
SCENE MENU
DISPLAY
SCENE MODE 1
PORTRAIT
21
SET SELECT
Zoom lever
can also be
used to switch
to next screen.
To see description of each scene:
Select scene, and press display button.
To avoid displaying scene
menu
Set ‘SCENE MENU’ to ‘OFF’
(P.26)
PORTRAIT SOFT SKIN SELF PORTRAIT SCENERY
55555555
SPORTS NIGHT PORTRAIT NIGHT SCENERY FOOD
55555555
PARTY CANDLE LIGHT BABY PET
5555
10:00 MAR.15.20089 months 10days10:00 MAR.15.2008 9 months 10days
55
BabyBaby
10:00 MAR.15.20089 months 10days10:00 MAR.15.2008 9 months 10daysPet
Pet
55
SUNSET HIGH SENS. HI-SPEED BURST STARRY SKY
555555
1515
55
FIREWORKS BEACH SNOW AERIAL PHOTO
55555555
UNDERWATER MULTI ASPECT (DMC-TZ5 only)
AF LOCKAF LOCK
5555
Functions, tips for each scene
(P.46 - 51)
Applications
(Record)
7
Taking pictures according to
the scene
‘SCENE MODE’
Using SCENE MODE enables you to take pictures with optimum settings (exposure,
coloring, etc.) for given scenes.
Zoom lever
46 VQT1P79VQT1P79 47 PORTRAIT Improves the skin tone of subjects for a healthier appearance in bright daylight conditions.• ‘AF MODE’ default setting is(face detection). Tips • Stand as close as possible to subject. • Zoom: As telescopic as possible (T side) SOFT SKIN Smooths skin colors in bright, outdoor daylight conditions (portraits from chest upwards).• Clarity of effect may vary depending on brightness. • ‘AF MODE’ default setting is (face detection). Tips • Stand as close as possible to subject. • Zoom: As telescopic as possible (T side) SELF PORTRAIT Take pictures of yourself.• To take pictures with audio (P.63) (self-timer indicator illuminated during recording) • Main fixed settings STABILIZER: MODE2 AF ASSIST LAMP: OFF SELFTIMER: OFF/2SEC. ZOOM RESUME: OFF • ‘AF MODE’ default setting is (face detection). Tips • Press shutter button halfway → self-timer indicator illuminates → press shutter button fully → review (if self-timer indicator flashes, focus is not correctly aligned) • Focus: 30 - 70 cm (0.98 - 2.30 feet) (Max. W) • Do not use zoom (harder to focus). (Zoom moved to max. W automatically) • 2-second self-timer (P.42) recommended. SCENERY Take clear pictures of wide, distant subjects.• Main fixed settings FLASH: FORCED FLASH OFF AF ASSIST LAMP: OFF Tips • Stand at least 5 m (16.4 feet) away. SPORTS Take pictures of scenes with fast movement, e.g. sports.• Main fixed setting INTELLIGENT ISO: ISOMAX800 • Digital zoom: Cannot be set Tips • Stand at least 5 m (16.4 feet) away. Scene Uses, Tips Notes Applications (Record) 7 Taking pictures according to the scene ‘SCENE MODE’ (Continued) How to select a scene (P.44) Using flash in scene modes (P.39) NIGHT PORTRAIT Take pictures of people and nightscapes with close to actual brightness.• Interference may be noticeable with dark scenes. • Shutter may remain closed for 1 second after taking picture. • Main fixed setting CONTINUOUS AF: OFF • ‘AF MODE’ default setting is (face detection). Tips • Subject should not move for at least 1 second. (Shutter speed: max. 1 sec.) • Use flash. • Tripod, self-timer recommended. • Stand 1.2 - 5 m (3.94 - 16.4 feet) (Max. W (wide-angle), 1.5 m (4.92 feet) recommended) away. NIGHT SCENERY Take clear pictures of night scenes.• Interference may be noticeable with dark scenes. • Shutter may remain closed for up to 8 seconds after taking picture. • Main fixed settings FLASH: FORCED FLASH OFF CONTINUOUS AF: OFF AF ASSIST LAMP: OFF SENSITIVITY: ISO100-800 Tips • Stand at least 5 m (16.4 feet) away. • Do not move for 8 seconds. (Shutter speed: max. 8 sec. if little jitter, or using tripod, or optical image stabilizer is ‘OFF’) • Tripod, self-timer recommended FOOD Take natural-looking pictures of food. − Tips • Focus: Max. W: 5 cm (0.17 feet) and above Max. T : 1 m (3.28 feet) and above (2 m (6.57 feet) and above unless max.T) PA R T Y Brighten subjects and background in pictures of indoor events, such as weddings.• ‘AF MODE’ default setting is(face detection). Tips • Stand approx. 1.5 m (4.92 feet) away. • Zoom: Wide (W side) • Use flash. • Tripod, self-timer recommended. CANDLE LIGHT Bring out the atmosphere of a candlelit room. • ‘AF MODE’ default setting is(face detection). Tips • Focus: Max. W: 5 cm (0.17 feet) and above Max. T : 1 m (3.28 feet) and above (2 m (6.57 feet) and above unless max.T) • Do not use flash. • Tripod, self-timer recommended. (Shutter speed: max. 1 sec.) Scene Uses, Tips Notes
46 VQT1P79VQT1P79 47 PORTRAIT Improves the skin tone of subjects for a healthier appearance in bright daylight conditions.• ‘AF MODE’ default setting is(face detection). Tips • Stand as close as possible to subject. • Zoom: As telescopic as possible (T side) SOFT SKIN Smooths skin colors in bright, outdoor daylight conditions (portraits from chest upwards).• Clarity of effect may vary depending on brightness. • ‘AF MODE’ default setting is (face detection). Tips • Stand as close as possible to subject. • Zoom: As telescopic as possible (T side) SELF PORTRAIT Take pictures of yourself.• To take pictures with audio (P.63) (self-timer indicator illuminated during recording) • Main fixed settings STABILIZER: MODE2 AF ASSIST LAMP: OFF SELFTIMER: OFF/2SEC. ZOOM RESUME: OFF • ‘AF MODE’ default setting is (face detection). Tips • Press shutter button halfway → self-timer indicator illuminates → press shutter button fully → review (if self-timer indicator flashes, focus is not correctly aligned) • Focus: 30 - 70 cm (0.98 - 2.30 feet) (Max. W) • Do not use zoom (harder to focus). (Zoom moved to max. W automatically) • 2-second self-timer (P.42) recommended. SCENERY Take clear pictures of wide, distant subjects.• Main fixed settings FLASH: FORCED FLASH OFF AF ASSIST LAMP: OFF Tips • Stand at least 5 m (16.4 feet) away. SPORTS Take pictures of scenes with fast movement, e.g. sports.• Main fixed setting INTELLIGENT ISO: ISOMAX800 • Digital zoom: Cannot be set Tips • Stand at least 5 m (16.4 feet) away. Scene Uses, Tips Notes Applications (Record) 7 Taking pictures according to the scene ‘SCENE MODE’ (Continued) How to select a scene (P.44) Using flash in scene modes (P.39) NIGHT PORTRAIT Take pictures of people and nightscapes with close to actual brightness.• Interference may be noticeable with dark scenes. • Shutter may remain closed for 1 second after taking picture. • Main fixed setting CONTINUOUS AF: OFF • ‘AF MODE’ default setting is (face detection). Tips • Subject should not move for at least 1 second. (Shutter speed: max. 1 sec.) • Use flash. • Tripod, self-timer recommended. • Stand 1.2 - 5 m (3.94 - 16.4 feet) (Max. W (wide-angle), 1.5 m (4.92 feet) recommended) away. NIGHT SCENERY Take clear pictures of night scenes.• Interference may be noticeable with dark scenes. • Shutter may remain closed for up to 8 seconds after taking picture. • Main fixed settings FLASH: FORCED FLASH OFF CONTINUOUS AF: OFF AF ASSIST LAMP: OFF SENSITIVITY: ISO100-800 Tips • Stand at least 5 m (16.4 feet) away. • Do not move for 8 seconds. (Shutter speed: max. 8 sec. if little jitter, or using tripod, or optical image stabilizer is ‘OFF’) • Tripod, self-timer recommended FOOD Take natural-looking pictures of food. − Tips • Focus: Max. W: 5 cm (0.17 feet) and above Max. T : 1 m (3.28 feet) and above (2 m (6.57 feet) and above unless max.T) PA R T Y Brighten subjects and background in pictures of indoor events, such as weddings.• ‘AF MODE’ default setting is(face detection). Tips • Stand approx. 1.5 m (4.92 feet) away. • Zoom: Wide (W side) • Use flash. • Tripod, self-timer recommended. CANDLE LIGHT Bring out the atmosphere of a candlelit room. • ‘AF MODE’ default setting is(face detection). Tips • Focus: Max. W: 5 cm (0.17 feet) and above Max. T : 1 m (3.28 feet) and above (2 m (6.57 feet) and above unless max.T) • Do not use flash. • Tripod, self-timer recommended. (Shutter speed: max. 1 sec.) Scene Uses, Tips Notes
48 VQT1P79VQT1P79 49 BABY Uses weak flash to bring out skin colors.• Age and name will be displayed for approx. 5 seconds after setting this mode. • Age display format depends on LANGUAGE setting. • ‘AGE’ and ‘NAME’ print setting can be made on your computer using the supplied CD-ROM (PHOTOfunSTUDIO -viewer-). Text may also be stamped onto the picture using ‘TEXT STAMP’ (P.73). • Date of birth will be displayed as ‘0 month 0 day’. • Main fixed setting INTELLIGENT ISO: ISOMAX400 • ‘AF MODE’ default setting is (face detection). • Digital zoom: Cannot be set • Name cannot be recorded when ‘LOCATION’ is set in ‘TRAVEL DATE’. Tips • To record age and name (‘BABY1’ and ‘BABY2’ can be set separately.) BABY11 NAME AGEOFF ON SET SET SELECT Select ’AGE’ or ’NAME’ with ▲▼, press ►, and select ‘SET’. Press ‘MENU/SET’. Set the birthday and name. Birthday: Set birthday with ▲▼◄►. Name: (See ‘Text input method’: P.72) Press ‘MENU/SET’. • Make sure ’AGE’ and ’NAME’ are ’ON’ before taking a picture. • To reset: Select ‘RESET’ from SETUP menu. • Focus: Max. W: 5 cm (0.17 feet) and above Max. T : 1 m (3.28 feet) and above (2 m (6.57 feet) and above unless max.T) PET Record pet’s age when taking pictures.• Main fixed setting INTELLIGENT ISO: ISOMAX800 • Default settings are as follows. AF MODE: (one-area-focusing) AF ASSIST LAMP: OFF • Refer to ‘BABY’ (above) for other notes and fixed functions. Tips • Same as for ‘BABY’ SUNSETTake clear pictures of scenes such as sunsets.• Main fixed settings FLASH: FORCED FLASH OFF AF ASSIST LAMP: OFF Applications (Record) 7 Taking pictures according to the scene ‘SCENE MODE’ (Continued) How to select a scene (P.44) Using flash in scene modes (P.39) Scene Uses, Tips Notes HIGH SENS. Prevents blurring of subject in dark, indoor conditions.• Pictures may appear slightly grainy due to high sensitivity. • Main fixed settings QUALITY: (Standard) SENSITIVITY: ISO1600 - 6400 • Extended optical zoom and digital zoom cannot be used. Tips Select the aspect ratio and the picture size with ▲▼ and press ‘MENU/SET’. HIGH SENS. PICTURE SIZE 2.5M 2M 3M4:33:2 SET SELECTCANCEL 16:9 • Focus: Max. W: 5 cm (0.17 feet) and above Max. T : 1 m (3.28 feet) and above (2 m (6.57 feet) and above unless max.T) HI-SPEED BURST Take pictures of rapid movement or a decisive moment.• The number of burst recording pictures increases immediately after formatting. • The recorded pictures become slightly grainy. • Main fixed settings FLASH: FORCED FLASH OFFQUALITY: (Standard) SENSITIVITY: ISO500 – 800 • The focus, zoom, exposure, white balance, shutter speed and ISO sensitivity are fixed to the settings for the first picture. • The following functions cannot be used. Extended optical zoom/ Digital zoom/ AUTO BRACKET/ SELF TIMER/ ASPECT RATIO/ PICTURE SIZE / AUDIO REC./ BURST Tips Select the aspect ratio and the picture size with ▲▼and press ‘MENU/SET’. SET SELECTCANCEL PICTURE SIZE 2.5M 2M 2M4:33:2 HIGH-SPEED BURST 16:9 Take pictures. (Hold shutter button) Still pictures are taken continuously while the shutter button is pressed fully. Maximum Burst speedDMC-TZ5: Approx. 6 pictures/sec. DMC-TZ4: Approx. 7 pictures/sec. Number of recordable picturesBuilt-in memoryApprox. 20 Card Approx. 20 to 100( The maximum is 100). The burst speed and number of recordable pictures change according to the recording conditions or types of cards. • Focus: Max. W: 5 cm (0.17 feet) and above Max. T : 1 m (3.28 feet) and above (2 m (6.57 feet) and above unless max.T) Scene Uses, Tips Notes
48 VQT1P79VQT1P79 49 BABY Uses weak flash to bring out skin colors.• Age and name will be displayed for approx. 5 seconds after setting this mode. • Age display format depends on LANGUAGE setting. • ‘AGE’ and ‘NAME’ print setting can be made on your computer using the supplied CD-ROM (PHOTOfunSTUDIO -viewer-). Text may also be stamped onto the picture using ‘TEXT STAMP’ (P.73). • Date of birth will be displayed as ‘0 month 0 day’. • Main fixed setting INTELLIGENT ISO: ISOMAX400 • ‘AF MODE’ default setting is (face detection). • Digital zoom: Cannot be set • Name cannot be recorded when ‘LOCATION’ is set in ‘TRAVEL DATE’. Tips • To record age and name (‘BABY1’ and ‘BABY2’ can be set separately.) BABY11 NAME AGEOFF ON SET SET SELECT Select ’AGE’ or ’NAME’ with ▲▼, press ►, and select ‘SET’. Press ‘MENU/SET’. Set the birthday and name. Birthday: Set birthday with ▲▼◄►. Name: (See ‘Text input method’: P.72) Press ‘MENU/SET’. • Make sure ’AGE’ and ’NAME’ are ’ON’ before taking a picture. • To reset: Select ‘RESET’ from SETUP menu. • Focus: Max. W: 5 cm (0.17 feet) and above Max. T : 1 m (3.28 feet) and above (2 m (6.57 feet) and above unless max.T) PET Record pet’s age when taking pictures.• Main fixed setting INTELLIGENT ISO: ISOMAX800 • Default settings are as follows. AF MODE: (one-area-focusing) AF ASSIST LAMP: OFF • Refer to ‘BABY’ (above) for other notes and fixed functions. Tips • Same as for ‘BABY’ SUNSETTake clear pictures of scenes such as sunsets.• Main fixed settings FLASH: FORCED FLASH OFF AF ASSIST LAMP: OFF Applications (Record) 7 Taking pictures according to the scene ‘SCENE MODE’ (Continued) How to select a scene (P.44) Using flash in scene modes (P.39) Scene Uses, Tips Notes HIGH SENS. Prevents blurring of subject in dark, indoor conditions.• Pictures may appear slightly grainy due to high sensitivity. • Main fixed settings QUALITY: (Standard) SENSITIVITY: ISO1600 - 6400 • Extended optical zoom and digital zoom cannot be used. Tips Select the aspect ratio and the picture size with ▲▼ and press ‘MENU/SET’. HIGH SENS. PICTURE SIZE 2.5M 2M 3M4:33:2 SET SELECTCANCEL 16:9 • Focus: Max. W: 5 cm (0.17 feet) and above Max. T : 1 m (3.28 feet) and above (2 m (6.57 feet) and above unless max.T) HI-SPEED BURST Take pictures of rapid movement or a decisive moment.• The number of burst recording pictures increases immediately after formatting. • The recorded pictures become slightly grainy. • Main fixed settings FLASH: FORCED FLASH OFFQUALITY: (Standard) SENSITIVITY: ISO500 – 800 • The focus, zoom, exposure, white balance, shutter speed and ISO sensitivity are fixed to the settings for the first picture. • The following functions cannot be used. Extended optical zoom/ Digital zoom/ AUTO BRACKET/ SELF TIMER/ ASPECT RATIO/ PICTURE SIZE / AUDIO REC./ BURST Tips Select the aspect ratio and the picture size with ▲▼and press ‘MENU/SET’. SET SELECTCANCEL PICTURE SIZE 2.5M 2M 2M4:33:2 HIGH-SPEED BURST 16:9 Take pictures. (Hold shutter button) Still pictures are taken continuously while the shutter button is pressed fully. Maximum Burst speedDMC-TZ5: Approx. 6 pictures/sec. DMC-TZ4: Approx. 7 pictures/sec. Number of recordable picturesBuilt-in memoryApprox. 20 Card Approx. 20 to 100( The maximum is 100). The burst speed and number of recordable pictures change according to the recording conditions or types of cards. • Focus: Max. W: 5 cm (0.17 feet) and above Max. T : 1 m (3.28 feet) and above (2 m (6.57 feet) and above unless max.T) Scene Uses, Tips Notes
50 VQT1P79VQT1P79 51 STARRY SKY Take clear pictures of starry skies or dark subjects.• Main fixed settings FLASH: FORCED FLASH OFFAUDIO REC.: OFF CONTINUOUS AF: OFF STABILIZER: OFF SENSITIVITY: ISO100 • ‘EXPOSURE’, ‘AUTO BRACKET’, and ‘BURST’ cannot be used.• Shutter speed settings Select with ▲▼, and press ‘MENU/SET’. SET SELECTCANCEL SHUTTER SPEEDSTARRY SKY 60 SEC. 30 SEC.15 SEC. • The number of seconds can be changed with quick setting. (P.66) Press shutter button. Countdown begins 15 CANCELMENU Tips • Set longer shutter speeds for darker conditions. • Always use a tripod. • Self-timer recommended. • Do not move the camera until the countdown (above) has ended. (Countdown for processing is redisplayed afterwards) FIREWORKS Take clear pictures of fireworks in the night sky.• Shutter speed can be set to 1/4 second or 2 seconds (if little jitter or if optical image stabilizer is ‘OFF’). (when not using exposure compensation) • Main fixed settings FLASH: FORCED FLASH OFFSENSITIVITY: ISO100 CONTINUOUS AF: OFF AF ASSIST LAMP: OFF Tips • Stand at least 10 m (32.8 feet) away. • Tripod recommended. BEACHBring out the clear blues of the sky and the sea without darkening subject.• ‘AF MODE’ default setting is(face detection). • Beware of sand and sea water. SNOWBring out the natural color of snow in ski slope and mountain scenes.• Battery life is reduced in lower air temperatures. Applications (Record) 7 Taking pictures according to the scene ‘SCENE MODE’ (Continued) How to select a scene (P.44) Using flash in scene modes (P.39) Scene Uses, Tips Notes AERIAL PHOTO Take pictures of the view from aircraft windows.• Main fixed settings FLASH: FORCED FLASH OFF AF ASSIST LAMP: OFF • Turn the camera off when taking off or landing. • When using the camera, follow all instructions from the cabin crew. Tips • Angle the camera towards areas of contrasting colors when aligning the focus. • Check that the interior of the aircraft is not reflected in the window. UNDERWATER Achieve natural colors under water.• Always use marine case (DMW- MCTZ5, sold separately). • Self-timer: Cannot be used AF LOCKAF LOCK AFKLAFKL 55AF LOCK (focus fixed) AF area Tips • For fast moving subjects, align with the AF area and press ◄ (AF lock). Press ◄ again to release. • Adjust red and blue levels with ‘white balance fine adjustment’ (P.58). • Focus: Max. W: 5 cm (0.17 feet) and above Max. T : 1 m (3.28 feet) and above (2 m (6.57 feet) and above unless max.T) MULTI ASPECT (DMC-TZ5 only) Take pictures in each of the three aspect ratios (4:3, 3:2, 16:9) in one go. Tips • Ensure that subject is in center of picture. 553:2 (Red) 16:9 (Green) 4:3 (Blue)• Main fixed settings QUALITY: (Standard) PICTURE SIZE: Max. size of each aspect ratio • Cannot be used when memory is only available for 2 pictures or fewer (number flashes). • Focus, exposure, white balance, and ISO sensitivity settings will be the same for all three pictures. • The following functions cannot be used. Extended optical zoom/ Digital zoom/AUTO BRACKET/ GUIDE LINE/ HISTOGRAM/ BURST/ AUDIO REC. • Edges may be cut off when printing – be sure to check in advance. Scene Uses, Tips Notes