Panasonic Digital Camera Dmc Zs5 Operating Instructions For Advanced Features

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Taking pictures according to the scene 
[SCENE MODE]
Recording Mode:  
[CUSTOM] Switch to your own settings and record 
Settings registered in [CUST.SET MEM.] can be quickly called up by setting the mode dial 
to .
Set to  (recording)
Set to  (Custom Mode)
Select custom set 
 • Press [DISPLAY] to display the registered settings content. 
Use ◄►  to switch between 
screens.
Press [DISPLAY] again to return.
 
●Even if [REC] menu, etc. is changed in [CUSTOM], the content of the custom set does 
not change. When changing registration content, reset in [CUST.SET MEM.].
 
●At the time of purchase, [PROGRAM AE] Mode initial settings are registered in the 
custom set.
Register your own settings and record 
[CUSTOM] Mode (continued)
Recording Mode: 
Using [SCENE MODE] enables you to take pictures with optimum settings (\
exposure, 
colouring, etc.) for given scenes. 
Set to  
Set to 
Select and set the scene
(Press [MENU/SET] and then press ► , if 
scene menu is not displayed)
 
●Scene menu
Zoom lever can 
also be used to 
switch to next 
screen.
To see description of each scene:
Select the scene, and press the 
[DISPLAY] button.
 
■To take motion pictures 
(→72)
 
■Registering commonly used 
scenes
[MY SCN MODE]  (→71)
[MY SCENE MODE]  (→71)
 
●Selecting a Scene Mode inappropriate for the actual scene may affect the colouring 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], [MIN. 
SHTR SPEED], [I.RESOLUTION], [COLOR EFFECT], [PICT.ADJ.]
 
●White Balance can only be set in the next scene. (Setting is restored t\
o [AWB] when 
scene is changed.)
[PORTRAIT], [SOFT SKIN], [TRANSFORM], [SELF PORTRAIT], [PANORAMA ASSIST] 
(First picture only), [SPORTS], [BABY], [PET], [HIGH SENS.], [HI-SPEED BURST], 
[PIN HOLE], [HIGH DYNAMIC], [PHOTO FRAME], [UNDERWATER] (fine adjustment 
only)
 
●The types of flash available ( →48) 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 grey in [NIGHT PORTRAIT], [NIGHT SCENERY], [STARRY 
SKY], and [FIREWORKS] Scene Modes. [MENU/SET]
[DISPLAY]
Zoom lever 
						

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[SCENE MODE] (Continued)
Recording Mode:  
 
[PORTRAIT]
Improves the skin tone of subjects for a 
healthier appearance in bright daylight 
conditions.
  Tips  
 • Stand as close as possible to subject.
 • Zoom: As telescopic as possible (T side)  • [AF MODE] default setting is (Face Detection).
 
[SOFT 
SKIN]
Smoothes skin colours in bright, outdoor 
daylight conditions (portraits from chest 
upwards).
  Tips    • Stand as close as possible to subject.
 • Zoom: As telescopic as possible (T side)  • Clarity of effect may vary 
depending on brightness.
 • [AF MODE] default setting is 
(Face Detection).
 • If a part of the background etc. is  a colour close to skin colour, this 
part is also smoothed.
[TRANSFORM]
Changes the appearance of the subject by 
stretching the length or width.
  Use ▲▼  to select the Transform level, and 
press [MENU/SET] to set.
 • The settings can also  be changed in the 
Quick menu. (→112)
 Take the picture.
  Notes    • This function can be used for personal use only, and is not to be used for unauthorized 
commercial purposes or commercial gain, 
which would represent a copyright issue.
 • Do not use in ways that violate public order  and decency or defame or slander others.
 • Do not use in ways that harm the subject.  • When taking a picture, a process 
is performed that improves the 
skin appearance.
 • The picture quality becomes  slightly lower.
 • [PICTURE SIZE] will be fixed  according to the [ASPECT 
RATIO] setting, as detailed below.
 : 3 M : 2.5 M : 2 M
 • The following function is fixed:  [QUALITY]: 
 (Standard) 
 • [AF MODE] default setting is 
(Face Detection).
 • Face Detection may not work  as effectively when using [SLIM 
HIGH] or [STRETCH HIGH].
 • The following functions cannot  be used:
Extra Optical Zoom/[DIGITAL 
ZOOM]/[AUTO BRACKET]/
[MULTI ASPECT]/[BURST]
 [SELF 
PORTRAIT]
Take pictures of yourself.
  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 cm - 1.2 m (0.99 - 3.94 feet)  (Max. W)
 • Do not use zoom (harder to focus). (Zoom moved to max. W automatically)
 • 2-second self-timer recommended.  
• To take pictures with audio ( →106)
(self-timer indicator illuminated 
during recording)
 • Main fixed settings: [ZOOM RESUME]: [OFF]
[SELFTIMER]: [OFF]/[2SEC.]
[STABILIZER]: [MODE 2]
[AF ASSIST LAMP]: [OFF]
 • [AF MODE] default setting is 
(Face Detection).
Scene Uses, Tips NotesSceneUses, Tips Notes
 [SCENERY]
Takes clear pictures of wide, distant subjects.
  Tips  
 • Stand at least 5 m (16.4 feet) away.  • Main fixed settings:
[FLASH]:  [FORCED FLASH 
OFF]
[AF ASSIST LAMP]: [OFF]
[PANORAMA 
ASSIST]
Use the supplied software to join multiple 
pictures into a single panorama picture.
   Use ▲▼  to select the recording direction, and 
press [MENU/SET] to set.
Special panorama guidelines will be displayed.
   Take the picture.  Select [NEXT], and press [MENU/SET] to set. • Alternatively, press the 
shutter button.
 • You can take pictures  again by selecting 
[RETAKE].
  Change the composition and take the picture 
so that a part of the picture overlaps with the 
previous picture.
 • To take more pictures, 
select [NEXT] and 
repeat steps 
 and .
Section of picture that was taken last time
   After you finish taking pictures, select [EXIT], 
and press [MENU/SET] to set.
  Tips    • Do not change your recording location.
 • Use a tripod.
 • When it is dark, use the self-timer to record pictures.  • The focus, zoom, Exposure 
Compensation, White Balance, 
shutter speed, and ISO 
Sensitivity are all fixed at the 
setting for the first picture.
 • When the camera is set to  [STABILIZER] and there is very 
little jitter, or if [STABILIZER] is 
set to [OFF], shutter speed may 
slow down up to 8 seconds.
 • 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]
[SENSITIVITY]: ISO80 - 800
 • Panorama picture stitching  cannot be performed by this 
camera. Use the software 
on the supplied CD-ROM 
‘PHOTOfunSTUDIO’ to make 
the pictures you record into a 
panorama still picture with your 
computer. 
 • The following functions cannot  be used:
[AUTO BRACKET]/[MULTI 
ASPECT]/[AUDIO REC.]/
[BURST] 
 
[SPORTS]
Takes pictures of scenes with fast movement, 
e.g. sports.
  Tips    • Stand at least 5 m (16.4 feet) away.  • When the camera is set to 
[STABILIZER] and there is very 
little jitter, or if [STABILIZER] is 
set to [OFF], shutter speed may 
slow down up to 1 second.
 • Main fixed setting: [INTELLIGENT ISO]: 
ISOMAX1600 
						

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[SCENE MODE] (Continued)
Recording Mode:  
 
[PORTRAIT]
Improves the skin tone of subjects for a 
healthier appearance in bright daylight 
conditions.
  Tips  
 • Stand as close as possible to subject.
 • Zoom: As telescopic as possible (T side)  • [AF MODE] default setting is (Face Detection).
 
[SOFT 
SKIN]
Smoothes skin colours in bright, outdoor 
daylight conditions (portraits from chest 
upwards).
  Tips    • Stand as close as possible to subject.
 • Zoom: As telescopic as possible (T side)  • Clarity of effect may vary 
depending on brightness.
 • [AF MODE] default setting is 
(Face Detection).
 • If a part of the background etc. is  a colour close to skin colour, this 
part is also smoothed.
[TRANSFORM]
Changes the appearance of the subject by 
stretching the length or width.
  Use ▲▼  to select the Transform level, and 
press [MENU/SET] to set.
 • The settings can also  be changed in the 
Quick menu. (→112)
 Take the picture.
  Notes    • This function can be used for personal use only, and is not to be used for unauthorized 
commercial purposes or commercial gain, 
which would represent a copyright issue.
 • Do not use in ways that violate public order  and decency or defame or slander others.
 • Do not use in ways that harm the subject.  • When taking a picture, a process 
is performed that improves the 
skin appearance.
 • The picture quality becomes  slightly lower.
 • [PICTURE SIZE] will be fixed  according to the [ASPECT 
RATIO] setting, as detailed below.
 : 3 M : 2.5 M : 2 M
 • The following function is fixed:  [QUALITY]: 
 (Standard) 
 • [AF MODE] default setting is 
(Face Detection).
 • Face Detection may not work  as effectively when using [SLIM 
HIGH] or [STRETCH HIGH].
 • The following functions cannot  be used:
Extra Optical Zoom/[DIGITAL 
ZOOM]/[AUTO BRACKET]/
[MULTI ASPECT]/[BURST]
 [SELF 
PORTRAIT]
Take pictures of yourself.
  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 cm - 1.2 m (0.99 - 3.94 feet)  (Max. W)
 • Do not use zoom (harder to focus). (Zoom moved to max. W automatically)
 • 2-second self-timer recommended.  
• To take pictures with audio ( →106)
(self-timer indicator illuminated 
during recording)
 • Main fixed settings: [ZOOM RESUME]: [OFF]
[SELFTIMER]: [OFF]/[2SEC.]
[STABILIZER]: [MODE 2]
[AF ASSIST LAMP]: [OFF]
 • [AF MODE] default setting is 
(Face Detection).
Scene Uses, Tips NotesSceneUses, Tips Notes
 [SCENERY]
Takes clear pictures of wide, distant subjects.
  Tips  
 • Stand at least 5 m (16.4 feet) away.  • Main fixed settings:
[FLASH]:  [FORCED FLASH 
OFF]
[AF ASSIST LAMP]: [OFF]
[PANORAMA 
ASSIST]
Use the supplied software to join multiple 
pictures into a single panorama picture.
   Use ▲▼  to select the recording direction, and 
press [MENU/SET] to set.
Special panorama guidelines will be displayed.
   Take the picture.  Select [NEXT], and press [MENU/SET] to set. • Alternatively, press the 
shutter button.
 • You can take pictures  again by selecting 
[RETAKE].
  Change the composition and take the picture 
so that a part of the picture overlaps with the 
previous picture.
 • To take more pictures, 
select [NEXT] and 
repeat steps 
 and .
Section of picture that was taken last time
   After you finish taking pictures, select [EXIT], 
and press [MENU/SET] to set.
  Tips    • Do not change your recording location.
 • Use a tripod.
 • When it is dark, use the self-timer to record pictures.  • The focus, zoom, Exposure 
Compensation, White Balance, 
shutter speed, and ISO 
Sensitivity are all fixed at the 
setting for the first picture.
 • When the camera is set to  [STABILIZER] and there is very 
little jitter, or if [STABILIZER] is 
set to [OFF], shutter speed may 
slow down up to 8 seconds.
 • 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]
[SENSITIVITY]: ISO80 - 800
 • Panorama picture stitching  cannot be performed by this 
camera. Use the software 
on the supplied CD-ROM 
‘PHOTOfunSTUDIO’ to make 
the pictures you record into a 
panorama still picture with your 
computer. 
 • The following functions cannot  be used:
[AUTO BRACKET]/[MULTI 
ASPECT]/[AUDIO REC.]/
[BURST] 
 
[SPORTS]
Takes pictures of scenes with fast movement, 
e.g. sports.
  Tips    • Stand at least 5 m (16.4 feet) away.  • When the camera is set to 
[STABILIZER] and there is very 
little jitter, or if [STABILIZER] is 
set to [OFF], shutter speed may 
slow down up to 1 second.
 • Main fixed setting: [INTELLIGENT ISO]: 
ISOMAX1600 
						

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[SCENE MODE] (Continued)
Recording Mode:  
 [NIGHT 
PORTRAIT]
Takes pictures of people and nightscapes 
with close to actual brightness.
  Tips  
 • Use flash.
 • Subject should not move.
 • Tripod, self-timer recommended.
 • Stand at least 1.5 m (4.92 feet) away at the Wide end (wide-angle)
 • Focus: 
Max. W: 60 cm (1.97 feet) - 5 m (16.4 feet)    Max. T: 1.2 m (3.94 feet) - 5 m (16.4 feet)
 • When the camera is set to  [STABILIZER] and there is very 
little jitter, or if [STABILIZER] is 
set to [OFF], shutter speed may 
slow down up to 1 second (or up 
to 8 seconds if flash is set to 
 
(Forced Flash Off)).
 • Interference may be noticeable  with dark scenes.
 • Shutter may remain closed for 8  seconds after taking picture.
 • Main fixed setting: [PRE AF]:  [OFF]
 • [AF MODE] default setting is 
 
(Face Detection).
 [NIGHT 
SCENERY]
Takes clear pictures of night scenes.
  Tips    • Stand at least 5 m (16.4 feet) away.
 • Tripod, self-timer recommended  • When the camera is set to 
[STABILIZER] and there is very 
little jitter, or if [STABILIZER] is 
set to [OFF], shutter speed may 
slow down up to 8 seconds.
 • 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]
[SENSITIVITY]: ISO80 - 800
[PRE AF]:  [OFF]
[AF ASSIST LAMP]: [OFF]
 
[FOOD]
Takes natural-looking pictures of food.
  Tips    • Focus (same as macro recording)Max. W: 3 cm (0.10 feet) and above 
Max. T:     1 m (3.28 feet) and above
(5 × to 8 × is 2 m to  ∞) −
 
[PARTY]
Brighten subjects and background in 
pictures of indoor events, such as weddings.
  Tips    • Stand approx. 1.5 m (4.92 feet) away.
 • Zoom: Wide (W side)
 • Use flash.
 • Tripod, self-timer recommended.  • [AF MODE] default setting is  
(Face Detection).
Scene Uses, Tips NotesSceneUses, Tips Notes
 
 [CANDLE 
LIGHT]
Brings out the atmosphere of a candlelit 
room.
  Tips    • Focus (same as macro recording)Max. W: 3 cm (0.10 feet) and above 
Max. T:     1 m (3.28 feet) and above
(5 × to 8 × is 2 m to  ∞)
 • Do not use flash.
 • Tripod, self-timer recommended.  • When the camera is set to 
[STABILIZER] and there is very 
little jitter, or if [STABILIZER] is 
set to [OFF], shutter speed may 
slow down up to 1 second.
 • [AF MODE] default setting is 
 
(Face Detection).
 
 [BABY]
Uses weak flash to bring out skin colours.
 • To record age and name([BABY1] and [BABY2] can be set separately.)
  Select [AGE] or [NAME] with  ▲▼, press ► , 
select [SET], and press [MENU/SET].
   Set the birthday and name.
 Age:   Set birthday with ▲▼◄► , and press 
[MENU/SET].
  Name: (See ‘Entering Text’: (→113))
 Press  [MENU/SET].
  Tips    • Make sure [AGE] and [NAME] are [ON] before taking a picture.
 • To reset: Select [RESET] from [SETUP] menu.
 • Focus (same as macro recording) Max. W: 3 cm (0.10 feet) and above 
Max. T:     1 m (3.28 feet) and above
(5 × to 8 × is 2 m to  ∞)  • Age and name will be displayed 
for approx. 5 seconds after 
setting this mode.
 • When the camera is set to  [STABILIZER] and there is very 
little jitter, or if [STABILIZER] is 
set to [OFF], shutter speed may 
slow down up to 1 second.
 • Age display format depends on  [LANGUAGE] setting.
 • [AGE] and [NAME] print setting  can be made on your computer 
using the supplied CD-ROM 
‘PHOTOfunSTUDIO’. Text may 
also be stamped onto the still 
picture using [TEXT STAMP] 
(→128).
 • Date of birth will be displayed as  [0 month 0 day].
 • Main fixed setting:  [INTELLIGENT ISO]: 
ISOMAX1600
 • [AF MODE] default setting is 
 
(Face Detection).
 
[PET]
Records pet’s age and name when taking 
pictures.
  Tips    • Same as for [BABY]   • When the camera is set to 
[STABILIZER] and there is very 
little jitter, or if [STABILIZER] is 
set to [OFF], shutter speed may 
slow down up to 1 second.
 • Default settings are as follows. [AF MODE]: 
 (AF Tracking)
[AF ASSIST LAMP]: [OFF]
 • Refer to [BABY] for other notes  and fixed functions.
 
[SUNSET]Takes clear pictures of scenes such as 
sunsets.  • Main fixed settings:
[FLASH]:  [FORCED FLASH 
OFF]
[AF ASSIST LAMP]: [OFF] 
						

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Using flash in Scene Modes ( →48)Taking pictures according to the scene 
[SCENE MODE] (Continued)
Recording Mode:  
 [NIGHT 
PORTRAIT]
Takes pictures of people and nightscapes 
with close to actual brightness.
  Tips  
 • Use flash.
 • Subject should not move.
 • Tripod, self-timer recommended.
 • Stand at least 1.5 m (4.92 feet) away at the Wide end (wide-angle)
 • Focus: 
Max. W: 60 cm (1.97 feet) - 5 m (16.4 feet)    Max. T: 1.2 m (3.94 feet) - 5 m (16.4 feet)
 • When the camera is set to  [STABILIZER] and there is very 
little jitter, or if [STABILIZER] is 
set to [OFF], shutter speed may 
slow down up to 1 second (or up 
to 8 seconds if flash is set to 
 
(Forced Flash Off)).
 • Interference may be noticeable  with dark scenes.
 • Shutter may remain closed for 8  seconds after taking picture.
 • Main fixed setting: [PRE AF]:  [OFF]
 • [AF MODE] default setting is 
 
(Face Detection).
 [NIGHT 
SCENERY]
Takes clear pictures of night scenes.
  Tips    • Stand at least 5 m (16.4 feet) away.
 • Tripod, self-timer recommended  • When the camera is set to 
[STABILIZER] and there is very 
little jitter, or if [STABILIZER] is 
set to [OFF], shutter speed may 
slow down up to 8 seconds.
 • 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]
[SENSITIVITY]: ISO80 - 800
[PRE AF]:  [OFF]
[AF ASSIST LAMP]: [OFF]
 
[FOOD]
Takes natural-looking pictures of food.
  Tips    • Focus (same as macro recording)Max. W: 3 cm (0.10 feet) and above 
Max. T:     1 m (3.28 feet) and above
(5 × to 8 × is 2 m to  ∞) −
 
[PARTY]
Brighten subjects and background in 
pictures of indoor events, such as weddings.
  Tips    • Stand approx. 1.5 m (4.92 feet) away.
 • Zoom: Wide (W side)
 • Use flash.
 • Tripod, self-timer recommended.  • [AF MODE] default setting is  
(Face Detection).
Scene Uses, Tips NotesSceneUses, Tips Notes
 
 [CANDLE 
LIGHT]
Brings out the atmosphere of a candlelit 
room.
  Tips    • Focus (same as macro recording)Max. W: 3 cm (0.10 feet) and above 
Max. T:     1 m (3.28 feet) and above
(5 × to 8 × is 2 m to  ∞)
 • Do not use flash.
 • Tripod, self-timer recommended.  • When the camera is set to 
[STABILIZER] and there is very 
little jitter, or if [STABILIZER] is 
set to [OFF], shutter speed may 
slow down up to 1 second.
 • [AF MODE] default setting is 
 
(Face Detection).
 
 [BABY]
Uses weak flash to bring out skin colours.
 • To record age and name([BABY1] and [BABY2] can be set separately.)
  Select [AGE] or [NAME] with  ▲▼, press ► , 
select [SET], and press [MENU/SET].
   Set the birthday and name.
 Age:   Set birthday with ▲▼◄► , and press 
[MENU/SET].
  Name: (See ‘Entering Text’: (→113))
 Press  [MENU/SET].
  Tips    • Make sure [AGE] and [NAME] are [ON] before taking a picture.
 • To reset: Select [RESET] from [SETUP] menu.
 • Focus (same as macro recording) Max. W: 3 cm (0.10 feet) and above 
Max. T:     1 m (3.28 feet) and above
(5 × to 8 × is 2 m to  ∞)  • Age and name will be displayed 
for approx. 5 seconds after 
setting this mode.
 • When the camera is set to  [STABILIZER] and there is very 
little jitter, or if [STABILIZER] is 
set to [OFF], shutter speed may 
slow down up to 1 second.
 • Age display format depends on  [LANGUAGE] setting.
 • [AGE] and [NAME] print setting  can be made on your computer 
using the supplied CD-ROM 
‘PHOTOfunSTUDIO’. Text may 
also be stamped onto the still 
picture using [TEXT STAMP] 
(→128).
 • Date of birth will be displayed as  [0 month 0 day].
 • Main fixed setting:  [INTELLIGENT ISO]: 
ISOMAX1600
 • [AF MODE] default setting is 
 
(Face Detection).
 
[PET]
Records pet’s age and name when taking 
pictures.
  Tips    • Same as for [BABY]   • When the camera is set to 
[STABILIZER] and there is very 
little jitter, or if [STABILIZER] is 
set to [OFF], shutter speed may 
slow down up to 1 second.
 • Default settings are as follows. [AF MODE]: 
 (AF Tracking)
[AF ASSIST LAMP]: [OFF]
 • Refer to [BABY] for other notes  and fixed functions.
 
[SUNSET]Takes clear pictures of scenes such as 
sunsets.  • Main fixed settings:
[FLASH]:  [FORCED FLASH 
OFF]
[AF ASSIST LAMP]: [OFF] 
						

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[SCENE MODE] (Continued)
Recording Mode:  
 
 [HIGH 
SENS.]
Prevents blurring of subject in dark, indoor 
conditions.
Select the aspect ratio and the picture size with 
▲▼  and press [MENU/SET].
  Tips  
 • Focus (same as macro recording)Max. W: 3 cm (0.10 feet) and above 
Max. T:     1 m (3.28 feet) and above
(5 × to 8 × is 2 m to  ∞)  • Pictures may appear slightly 
grainy due to high sensitivity.
 • Main fixed settings: [QUALITY]: 
 (Standard)
[SENSITIVITY]: ISO1600 - 6400
[I.RESOLUTION]: [ON]
 • The following functions cannot  be used:
Extra Optical Zoom/[DIGITAL 
ZOOM]/[MULTI ASPECT]
 
 [HI-SPEED 
BURST]
Takes pictures of rapid movement or a 
decisive moment.
 
  Use ▲▼  to select [SPEED PRIORITY] or [IMAGE 
PRIORITY], and press [MENU/SET] to set.
   Select the aspect ratio and the picture size 
with ▲▼ and press [MENU/SET].
  Take pictures. (Hold shutter button)
Still pictures are taken continuously while the 
shutter button is pressed fully.
Maximum 
speed ∗[SPEED 
PRIORITY]Approx. 10 pictures/
sec
[IMAGE 
PRIORITY]Approx. 6 pictures/sec
Number of 
recordable 
pictures ∗Built-in 
memory
Approx. 15 or more
Card Approx. 15 to 100
(The maximum is 100).
∗
  The burst speed and number of recordable 
pictures change according to the recording 
conditions or types of cards.
  Tips    • Focus (same as macro recording)Max. W: 3 cm (0.10 feet) and above 
Max. T:     1 m (3.28 feet) and above
(5 × to 8 × is 2 m to  ∞)  • The number of burst recording 
pictures increases immediately 
after formatting.
 • The picture quality becomes  slightly lower.
 • Main fixed settings:
[FLASH]:  [FORCED FLASH 
OFF]
[QUALITY]:  (Standard)
[SENSITIVITY]:
  Speed priority ISO200 - 1600
  Image priority ISO500 - 800
[I.RESOLUTION]: [ON]
 • 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:
Extra Optical Zoom/[DIGITAL 
ZOOM]/[AUTO BRACKET]/ 
[MULTI ASPECT]/[SELFTIMER]/ 
[AUDIO REC.]/[BURST]
 • If recording is repeated,  depending on the usage 
conditions, there may be a delay 
before the camera takes pictures 
again.
Scene Uses, Tips NotesSceneUses, Tips Notes
 
 [FLASH 
BURST]
Enables continuous recording in dim 
locations.
   Use ▲▼ to select the picture size and aspect 
ratio, and press [MENU/SET] to set.
   Take pictures (Hold shutter button).
Still pictures are taken continuously while the 
shutter button is held down.
Number of continuous shots: Max. 5
  Tips    • Use within the effective range of the flash. (→48)
 • Focus (same as macro recording) Max. W: 3 cm (0.10 feet) and above 
Max. T:     1 m (3.28 feet) and above
(5 × to 8 × is 2 m to  ∞)  • The picture quality becomes 
slightly lower.
 • Main fixed settings: [FLASH]: 
 [FORCED FLASH 
ON]
[QUALITY]: 
 (Standard)
[INTELLIGENT ISO]: 
ISOMAX 3200
[I.RESOLUTION]: [OFF]
 • The focus, zoom, Exposure  Compensation, shutter speed, 
and ISO Sensitivity are all fixed at 
the setting for the first picture.
 • Shutter speed is 1/30 - 1/2000  second.
 • The following functions cannot  be used:
Extra Optical Zoom/[DIGITAL 
ZOOM]/[AUTO BRACKET]/
[MULTI ASPECT]/[BURST]/
[AUDIO REC.]
 • For details about flash ( →48)
 
[STARRY 
SKY]
Takes clear pictures of starry skies or dark 
subjects.
 • Shutter speed settings
  Select with ▲▼ , and press [MENU/SET]. • The number of 
seconds can be 
changed with Quick 
menu. (→112)
 Press shutter button.
Countdown begins
  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)  • Main fixed settings:
[FLASH]: 
 [FORCED FLASH 
OFF]
[SENSITIVITY]: ISO80
[PRE AF]:  [OFF]
[STABILIZER]: [OFF]
 • The following functions cannot  be used:
[EXPOSURE]/[AUTO BRACKET]/
[MULTI ASPECT]/[BURST]/
[AUDIO REC.] 
						

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Using flash in Scene Modes ( →48)Taking pictures according to the scene 
[SCENE MODE] (Continued)
Recording Mode:  
 
 [HIGH 
SENS.]
Prevents blurring of subject in dark, indoor 
conditions.
Select the aspect ratio and the picture size with 
▲▼  and press [MENU/SET].
  Tips  
 • Focus (same as macro recording)Max. W: 3 cm (0.10 feet) and above 
Max. T:     1 m (3.28 feet) and above
(5 × to 8 × is 2 m to  ∞)  • Pictures may appear slightly 
grainy due to high sensitivity.
 • Main fixed settings: [QUALITY]: 
 (Standard)
[SENSITIVITY]: ISO1600 - 6400
[I.RESOLUTION]: [ON]
 • The following functions cannot  be used:
Extra Optical Zoom/[DIGITAL 
ZOOM]/[MULTI ASPECT]
 
 [HI-SPEED 
BURST]
Takes pictures of rapid movement or a 
decisive moment.
 
  Use ▲▼  to select [SPEED PRIORITY] or [IMAGE 
PRIORITY], and press [MENU/SET] to set.
   Select the aspect ratio and the picture size 
with ▲▼ and press [MENU/SET].
  Take pictures. (Hold shutter button)
Still pictures are taken continuously while the 
shutter button is pressed fully.
Maximum 
speed ∗[SPEED 
PRIORITY]Approx. 10 pictures/
sec
[IMAGE 
PRIORITY]Approx. 6 pictures/sec
Number of 
recordable 
pictures ∗Built-in 
memory
Approx. 15 or more
Card Approx. 15 to 100
(The maximum is 100).
∗
  The burst speed and number of recordable 
pictures change according to the recording 
conditions or types of cards.
  Tips    • Focus (same as macro recording)Max. W: 3 cm (0.10 feet) and above 
Max. T:     1 m (3.28 feet) and above
(5 × to 8 × is 2 m to  ∞)  • The number of burst recording 
pictures increases immediately 
after formatting.
 • The picture quality becomes  slightly lower.
 • Main fixed settings:
[FLASH]:  [FORCED FLASH 
OFF]
[QUALITY]:  (Standard)
[SENSITIVITY]:
  Speed priority ISO200 - 1600
  Image priority ISO500 - 800
[I.RESOLUTION]: [ON]
 • 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:
Extra Optical Zoom/[DIGITAL 
ZOOM]/[AUTO BRACKET]/ 
[MULTI ASPECT]/[SELFTIMER]/ 
[AUDIO REC.]/[BURST]
 • If recording is repeated,  depending on the usage 
conditions, there may be a delay 
before the camera takes pictures 
again.
Scene Uses, Tips NotesSceneUses, Tips Notes
 
 [FLASH 
BURST]
Enables continuous recording in dim 
locations.
   Use ▲▼ to select the picture size and aspect 
ratio, and press [MENU/SET] to set.
   Take pictures (Hold shutter button).
Still pictures are taken continuously while the 
shutter button is held down.
Number of continuous shots: Max. 5
  Tips    • Use within the effective range of the flash. (→48)
 • Focus (same as macro recording) Max. W: 3 cm (0.10 feet) and above 
Max. T:     1 m (3.28 feet) and above
(5 × to 8 × is 2 m to  ∞)  • The picture quality becomes 
slightly lower.
 • Main fixed settings: [FLASH]: 
 [FORCED FLASH 
ON]
[QUALITY]: 
 (Standard)
[INTELLIGENT ISO]: 
ISOMAX 3200
[I.RESOLUTION]: [OFF]
 • The focus, zoom, Exposure  Compensation, shutter speed, 
and ISO Sensitivity are all fixed at 
the setting for the first picture.
 • Shutter speed is 1/30 - 1/2000  second.
 • The following functions cannot  be used:
Extra Optical Zoom/[DIGITAL 
ZOOM]/[AUTO BRACKET]/
[MULTI ASPECT]/[BURST]/
[AUDIO REC.]
 • For details about flash ( →48)
 
[STARRY 
SKY]
Takes clear pictures of starry skies or dark 
subjects.
 • Shutter speed settings
  Select with ▲▼ , and press [MENU/SET]. • The number of 
seconds can be 
changed with Quick 
menu. (→112)
 Press shutter button.
Countdown begins
  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)  • Main fixed settings:
[FLASH]: 
 [FORCED FLASH 
OFF]
[SENSITIVITY]: ISO80
[PRE AF]:  [OFF]
[STABILIZER]: [OFF]
 • The following functions cannot  be used:
[EXPOSURE]/[AUTO BRACKET]/
[MULTI ASPECT]/[BURST]/
[AUDIO REC.] 
						

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How to select a scene (→61)
Using flash in Scene Modes ( →48)Taking pictures according to the scene 
[SCENE MODE] (Continued)
Recording Mode:  
 [FIREWORKS]
Takes clear pictures of fireworks in the night 
sky.
  Tips  
 • Stand at least 10 m (32.8 feet) away.
 • Tripod recommended.  • Shutter speed can be set to 1/4 
second or 2 seconds (if there is 
a little jitter or if Optical Image 
Stabilizer is [OFF]). (when not 
using Exposure Compensation)
 • Main fixed settings: [FLASH]: 
 [FORCED FLASH 
OFF]
[SENSITIVITY]: ISO80
[PRE AF]:  [OFF]
[AF ASSIST LAMP]: [OFF]
 
[BEACH]
Brings out the clear blues of the sky and the 
sea without darkening subject.  • [AF MODE] default setting is  
(Face Detection).
 • Do not touch camera with wet  hands.
 • Beware of sand and sea water.
 
[SNOW]Brings out the natural colour of snow in ski 
slope and mountain scenes.  • Battery life is reduced in lower air 
temperatures.
 
[AERIAL 
PHOTO]
Takes pictures of the view from aircraft 
windows.
  Tips    
• Angle the camera towards areas of contrasting 
colours when aligning the focus.
 • Check that the interior of the aircraft is not  reflected in the window.
 • Stand at least 5 m (16.4 feet) away.  • 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.
 
[PIN 
HOLE]
Darkens the area around the screen for a 
retro effect.
 
  Tips    • Focus (same as macro recording)Max. W: 3 cm (0.10 feet) and above 
Max. T:     1 m (3.28 feet) and above
(5 × to 8 × is 2 m to  ∞)  • The Face Detection function 
(→99) may not work properly in 
the darkened area around the 
screen.
 • [I.RESOLUTION] is fixed to  [OFF].
 • The following functions cannot  be used:
Extra Optical Zoom/
[DIGITAL ZOOM]/[AUTO 
BRACKET]/[MULTI ASPECT]/
[BURST]
Scene Uses, Tips NotesSceneUses, Tips Notes
 
[FILM 
GRAIN]
Produces black and white pictures with a 
grainy texture.
  Tips    • Focus (same as macro recording)Max. W: 3 cm (0.10 feet) and above 
Max. T:     1 m (3.28 feet) and above
(5 × to 8 × is 2 m to  ∞)  • Main fixed settings:
[SENSITIVITY]: ISO1600
 • The following functions cannot  be used:
[DIGITAL ZOOM]/[AUTO 
BRACKET]/[MULTI ASPECT]/
[BURST]
 
[HIGH 
DYNAMIC]
Reduces over- and underexposure when 
recording into the light and in night scenes.
Use ▲▼  to select the effect and press 
[MENU/SET].
STD Natural colouring effect 
ART An impressionistic effect emphasizing 
contrast and colour 
B&W Monochrome effect 
 • You can also change the settings in the Quick menu. (→112)
  Tips    • Focus (same as macro recording)Max. W: 3 cm (0.10 feet) and above 
Max. T:     1 m (3.28 feet) and above
(5 × to 8 × is 2 m to  ∞)  • When the camera is set to 
[STABILIZER] and there is very 
little jitter, or if [STABILIZER] is 
set to [OFF], shutter speed may 
slow down up to 8 seconds.
 • The following function is fixed:  [SENSITIVITY]: 400
 • Depending on recording  conditions, the correction effect 
may not work. 
 • After recording, the shutter may  stay closed (up to 8 seconds) to 
process the signal. This is not a 
defect. 
 • Because dark areas are  corrected to be lighter, there may 
be more noticeable noise on the 
LCD screen than with ordinary 
recording.  
						

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How to select a scene (→61)
Using flash in Scene Modes ( →48)Taking pictures according to the scene 
[SCENE MODE] (Continued)
Recording Mode:  
 [FIREWORKS]
Takes clear pictures of fireworks in the night 
sky.
  Tips  
 • Stand at least 10 m (32.8 feet) away.
 • Tripod recommended.  • Shutter speed can be set to 1/4 
second or 2 seconds (if there is 
a little jitter or if Optical Image 
Stabilizer is [OFF]). (when not 
using Exposure Compensation)
 • Main fixed settings: [FLASH]: 
 [FORCED FLASH 
OFF]
[SENSITIVITY]: ISO80
[PRE AF]:  [OFF]
[AF ASSIST LAMP]: [OFF]
 
[BEACH]
Brings out the clear blues of the sky and the 
sea without darkening subject.  • [AF MODE] default setting is  
(Face Detection).
 • Do not touch camera with wet  hands.
 • Beware of sand and sea water.
 
[SNOW]Brings out the natural colour of snow in ski 
slope and mountain scenes.  • Battery life is reduced in lower air 
temperatures.
 
[AERIAL 
PHOTO]
Takes pictures of the view from aircraft 
windows.
  Tips    
• Angle the camera towards areas of contrasting 
colours when aligning the focus.
 • Check that the interior of the aircraft is not  reflected in the window.
 • Stand at least 5 m (16.4 feet) away.  • 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.
 
[PIN 
HOLE]
Darkens the area around the screen for a 
retro effect.
 
  Tips    • Focus (same as macro recording)Max. W: 3 cm (0.10 feet) and above 
Max. T:     1 m (3.28 feet) and above
(5 × to 8 × is 2 m to  ∞)  • The Face Detection function 
(→99) may not work properly in 
the darkened area around the 
screen.
 • [I.RESOLUTION] is fixed to  [OFF].
 • The following functions cannot  be used:
Extra Optical Zoom/
[DIGITAL ZOOM]/[AUTO 
BRACKET]/[MULTI ASPECT]/
[BURST]
Scene Uses, Tips NotesSceneUses, Tips Notes
 
[FILM 
GRAIN]
Produces black and white pictures with a 
grainy texture.
  Tips    • Focus (same as macro recording)Max. W: 3 cm (0.10 feet) and above 
Max. T:     1 m (3.28 feet) and above
(5 × to 8 × is 2 m to  ∞)  • Main fixed settings:
[SENSITIVITY]: ISO1600
 • The following functions cannot  be used:
[DIGITAL ZOOM]/[AUTO 
BRACKET]/[MULTI ASPECT]/
[BURST]
 
[HIGH 
DYNAMIC]
Reduces over- and underexposure when 
recording into the light and in night scenes.
Use ▲▼  to select the effect and press 
[MENU/SET].
STD Natural colouring effect 
ART An impressionistic effect emphasizing 
contrast and colour 
B&W Monochrome effect 
 • You can also change the settings in the Quick menu. (→112)
  Tips    • Focus (same as macro recording)Max. W: 3 cm (0.10 feet) and above 
Max. T:     1 m (3.28 feet) and above
(5 × to 8 × is 2 m to  ∞)  • When the camera is set to 
[STABILIZER] and there is very 
little jitter, or if [STABILIZER] is 
set to [OFF], shutter speed may 
slow down up to 8 seconds.
 • The following function is fixed:  [SENSITIVITY]: 400
 • Depending on recording  conditions, the correction effect 
may not work. 
 • After recording, the shutter may  stay closed (up to 8 seconds) to 
process the signal. This is not a 
defect. 
 • Because dark areas are  corrected to be lighter, there may 
be more noticeable noise on the 
LCD screen than with ordinary 
recording.  
						

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Taking pictures according to the scene 
[SCENE MODE] (Continued)
Recording Mode:  
 
Registering commonly used scenes 
[MY SCN MODE]/[MY SCENE MODE]
Recording Mode: 
 
● and  Both represent the same function. Frequently-used scenes can be preset t\
o each 
position so that you can quickly and easily switch to the desired Scene \
Mode.
 
●For details on the preset scenes, see the pages on Scene Modes. 
●If recording settings are reset by [RESET] in the [SETUP] menu, the pres\
et Scene 
Modes are cleared.
Set to 
Set to / ( for )
DMC-TZ10
DMC-ZS7 
 
DMC-TZ8
DMC-ZS5If you have already 
registered in My 
Scene Mode, it 
is displayed as a 
registered scene.
Select and set the scene
(Press [MENU/SET], select , and then 
press ► , if the scene menu is not displayed.)
 
●Scene menu
The zoom lever 
can also be used 
to switch to the 
next screen.
To see a description of a scene:
Select the scene, and press [DISPLAY].
 
■Taking pictures in 
registered Scene Modes
Set the mode dial to   ( 
for ), and take a picture.
•  Functions, tips for each scene  (→62 - 70)
 
■Changing registered Scene 
Modes
Perform the registration operation 
again
 
■Taking motion pictures 
(→72)
You can register a commonly used Scene Mode in 
  ( for ) on the mode 
dial.
After the settings are made, pictures can be taken in the preset Scene M\
ode by simply 
setting the mode dial to 
  ( for ).
[PHOTO 
FRAME]
A frame is superimposed over the image.
Press ◄►  to select the frame, and then press 
[MENU/SET]. • The recording pixel level is 2 M  ().
 • The following function is fixed: [AUTO REVIEW]: [2 SEC.]
 • The colour of the frame displayed  on the screen may differ slightly 
from the colour of the frame on 
the still picture that is recorded.
 • Guide lines cannot be displayed.
 • The following functions are not  available.
Extra Optical Zoom/[DIGITAL 
ZOOM]/[AUTO BRACKET]/
[MULTI ASPECT]/[BURST]
  [UNDERWATER]
Achieve natural colours under water.
  Tips    • For fast moving subjects, align with the AF area and press  ◄ (AF Lock).
(Press ◄  again to release.)
 • If the zoom is operated after AF Lock is set,  the AF Lock setting will be cancelled and must 
be set again.
 • AF Lock cannot be set if [AF MODE] is set  to 
.
 • Adjust red and blue levels with ‘White Balance  fine adjustment’ ( →98).
 • Focus (same as macro recording) Max. W: 3 cm (0.10 feet) and above 
Max. T:     1 m (3.28 feet) and above
(5 × to 8 × is 2 m to  ∞)  
• Always use marine case 
(optional).
 • Positioning is not possible  underwater, because the GPS 
signals cannot reach the camera.
 • Self-timer: Cannot be used
[AF LOCK]
(focus fixed)
AF area
[MENU/SET]
[DISPLAY]
Zoom lever
Scene
Uses, Tips Notes