Panasonic Digital Camera Dmc Zs7 Operating Instructions For Advanced Features

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Settings display may vary according to items.
Menu items displayed vary according to mode dial setting.  Setting the menu
Menu type
 
■To restore default settings
[RESET] ( →26)
Bring up the menu
Each item’s 
background 
color changes 
when it is 
selected 
Select the [SETUP] menu
 Highlight   Select  and return 
to menu items
Background  color 
changes 
Select the item
Page(Zoom lever can 
be used to switch 
to next screen.)
Item
Select the setting
Settings
Selected 
setting
Close the menu
 • When the REC/PLAY switch is set 
to , menu can be closed with a 
half-press of the shutter button.
Refer to the following procedures to operate menus such as the [SETUP] m\
enu, [REC] 
menu, [TRAVEL MODE] menu and [PLAYBACK] menu.
(Example)  
While in [PROGRAM AE] Mode ( →37), change [LCD MODE] on the [SETUP] 
menu. (REC/PLAY switch: set to 
; mode dial: set to )
Shutter 
button
REC/PLAY switch
Camera ON/OFF switch
Mode dial
 [REC] menu (REC/PLAY switch: ) [MOTION PICTURE] menu (REC/PLAY switch: ) 
Changing picture preferences (→95 - 109)
 • Displays settings such as White Balance, Sensitivity, Aspect Ratio, and Picture Size.
 [TRAVEL MODE] menu (REC/PLAY switch:  )
Categorize your travel pictures (→90 - 94)  • You can set the GPS settings 
, Travel Date settings and more. 
 [SETUP] menu (REC/PLAY switch:  )
Making the camera more convenient to use (→22 - 29)  • Displays settings for ease of use such as adjusting the Clock and changi\
ng the Beep sounds.
 [PLAYBACK MODE] menu (REC/PLAY switch: )
Viewing recorded pictures  (→118 - 125)
 • Choose a playback type to see Slide Shows or just your favorite pictures\
.
 • When [FAVORITE] ( →133) is not set, [FAVORITE PLAY] is not displayed.
 [PLAYBACK] menu (REC/PLAY switch: )
Using your pictures (→126 - 137)  • Displays settings for using the pictures you have taken, including prote\
cting, cropping, and handy settings for printing your pictures (DPOF). 
						

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  Using the [SETUP] menuFor details about the setting procedure in the [SETUP] menu (→20)
 [CLOCK SET]
Set the date and time. 
(→17, 19) Set time, date, and display format.
[BEEP]
Change or mute the 
beep/shutter sounds. [BEEP LEVEL]
// : Mute/Low/High
[BEEP TONE]
 // : Change beep tone.
[SHUTTER VOL.]
// : Mute/Low/High
[SHUTTER TONE]
// : Change shutter tone.
 
[VOLUME]
Adjust volume of sound 
from speakers (7 levels). 0 • • [LEVEL3] • • [LEVEL6]
 • Cannot be used to adjust TV speaker volume when connected to TV. (We recommend setting camera 
volume to 0)
 
[CUST.SET MEM.]
Register settings on 
current camera. (→59)  [C1] / [C2] / [C3]
Item
Settings, notes
For details about the setting procedure in the [SETUP] menu (
→20)
Make general camera settings such as adjusting the Clock, extending the \
battery life, and 
changing the Beep sounds.
[CLOCK SET], [ECONOMY] and [AUTO REVIEW] are important for Clock setting 
and battery life. Please check these before use.
 [LCD MODE]
Make LCD monitor easier 
to see. [OFF]: 
Normal (cancel setting)
 [AUTO POWER LCD]:
The brightness is adjusted automatically depending on 
how bright it is around the camera.
 [POWER  LCD]:Makes screen brighter than normal (for outdoor use).
 • [AUTO POWER LCD] does not work in the following cases:  During playback, during menu display, when connected to 
computer/printer.
 • [POWER LCD] returns to ordinary brightness if there is no  operation for 30 seconds when recording. (Press any button to 
make brighter again).
 • Because the picture shown on the LCD monitor screen  emphasizes brightness, some subjects may look different than 
their actual appearance, but this will not affect the recorded 
picture. 
 • Block out sunlight (with hand, etc.) if reflection makes screen  difficult to see.
 • Setting [LCD MODE] will reduce the number of pictures that can  be recorded and recording time. 
 • When [LCD POWER SAVE] is set, the brightness of the LCD  monitor follows the setting in [LCD MODE], but the picture quality 
of the LCD monitor stays at a low level.
[DISPLAY SIZE]
Change the display size 
of the menu. [STANDARD]/[LARGE]
 
[GUIDE LINE]
Select recording 
information display and 
types of guidelines. ( →46) [REC. INFO.]
[OFF]/[ON]  
(Display recording information with guide 
lines.)
[PATTERN]
 /  : Change the patterns of guide lines.
 
[HISTOGRAM]
Check subject brightness 
on graph. (→46) [OFF]/[ON]
Item
Settings, notes 
						

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  Using the [SETUP] menuFor details about the setting procedure in the [SETUP] menu (→20)
 [CLOCK SET]
Set the date and time. 
(→17, 19) Set time, date, and display format.
[BEEP]
Change or mute the 
beep/shutter sounds. [BEEP LEVEL]
// : Mute/Low/High
[BEEP TONE]
 // : Change beep tone.
[SHUTTER VOL.]
// : Mute/Low/High
[SHUTTER TONE]
// : Change shutter tone.
 
[VOLUME]
Adjust volume of sound 
from speakers (7 levels). 0 • • [LEVEL3] • • [LEVEL6]
 • Cannot be used to adjust TV speaker volume when connected to TV. (We recommend setting camera 
volume to 0)
 
[CUST.SET MEM.]
Register settings on 
current camera. (→59)  [C1] / [C2] / [C3]
Item
Settings, notes
For details about the setting procedure in the [SETUP] menu (
→20)
Make general camera settings such as adjusting the Clock, extending the \
battery life, and 
changing the Beep sounds.
[CLOCK SET], [ECONOMY] and [AUTO REVIEW] are important for Clock setting 
and battery life. Please check these before use.
 [LCD MODE]
Make LCD monitor easier 
to see. [OFF]: 
Normal (cancel setting)
 [AUTO POWER LCD]:
The brightness is adjusted automatically depending on 
how bright it is around the camera.
 [POWER  LCD]:Makes screen brighter than normal (for outdoor use).
 • [AUTO POWER LCD] does not work in the following cases:  During playback, during menu display, when connected to 
computer/printer.
 • [POWER LCD] returns to ordinary brightness if there is no  operation for 30 seconds when recording. (Press any button to 
make brighter again).
 • Because the picture shown on the LCD monitor screen  emphasizes brightness, some subjects may look different than 
their actual appearance, but this will not affect the recorded 
picture. 
 • Block out sunlight (with hand, etc.) if reflection makes screen  difficult to see.
 • Setting [LCD MODE] will reduce the number of pictures that can  be recorded and recording time. 
 • When [LCD POWER SAVE] is set, the brightness of the LCD  monitor follows the setting in [LCD MODE], but the picture quality 
of the LCD monitor stays at a low level.
[DISPLAY SIZE]
Change the display size 
of the menu. [STANDARD]/[LARGE]
 
[GUIDE LINE]
Select recording 
information display and 
types of guidelines. ( →46) [REC. INFO.]
[OFF]/[ON]  
(Display recording information with guide 
lines.)
[PATTERN]
 /  : Change the patterns of guide lines.
 
[HISTOGRAM]
Check subject brightness 
on graph. (→46) [OFF]/[ON]
Item
Settings, notes 
						

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  [REC AREA]
Enables verification of 
the recordable area for 
a motion picture before 
recording.[OFF]/[ON]
 • Recordable area displayed for motion 
pictures should be interpreted as a 
Guideline.
 • When using Extended Optical Zoom,  the recordable area may not always be 
displayed for certain zoom ratios.
 • This setting cannot be used with Intelligent  Auto Mode. This section is not 
recorded.
 [ECONOMY]
Turn off the power or 
make the LCD monitor 
go dark while not using 
the camera to minimize 
battery consumption. [SLEEP MODE]
[OFF]/[2 MIN.]/[5 MIN.]/[10 MIN.]: 
Automatically shut off power while not in use.  • To restore →  Press the shutter button halfway, or turn on  the power again.
 • Cannot be used in the following cases: When using AC adaptor (optional) and DC coupler 
(optional), when connected to computer/printer, during 
motion picture recording/playback, during Slide Shows, 
during automatic demo playback 
 • Settings fixed to [5 MIN.] in [INTELLIGENT AUTO] Mode  or [CLIPBOARD] Mode, or [10 MIN.] while Slide Show is 
paused.
 [LCD POWER SAVE]
[OFF]/[ON]:
The LCD monitor goes dark to minimize power 
consumption.  • Reduces the picture quality of the LCD monitor display during recording to minimize battery consumption 
(except for the Digital Zoom area). Note, however, that 
there is no effect on the recorded picture.
 • When [LCD MODE] is set, the brightness of the LCD  monitor follows the setting in [LCD MODE], but the 
picture quality of the LCD monitor stays at a low level.
Item Settings, notes
For details about the setting procedure in the [SETUP] menu (
→20)[AUTO REVIEW]
Automatically display 
still pictures immediately 
after taking them. [OFF]: 
No auto review
[1 SEC.]/[2 SEC.]:   Automatically display for 1 or 2 
seconds.
[HOLD]:   Auto review screen remains until a button (other 
than the [DISPLAY] button) is pressed
 • Fixed to [2 SEC.] in [INTELLIGENT AUTO] Mode.
 • In [SELF PORTRAIT], [PANORAMA ASSIST], [HI- SPEED BURST], [FLASH BURST], and [PHOTO 
FRAME] Scene Modes, [AUTO BRACKET], [MULTI 
ASPECT], [BURST] Mode, or still pictures with audio, 
Auto Review performed regardless of setting.
 • Motion pictures cannot be automatically reviewed.
 
 [ZOOM RESUME]
Remember the zoom 
position when turning the 
power off. [OFF]/[ON]
 • Cannot be set when using [SELF PORTRAIT] Scene Mode.
 
[NO.RESET]
Reset picture file 
numbers.  [YES]/[NO]
 • The folder number is updated and the file number starts from 0001. 
 • A folder number between 100 and 999 can be assigned. Numbers cannot be reset once folder number reaches 
999. In this case, save all necessary pictures to your 
computer, and format the built-in memory/card ( →28).
 • To reset folder number to 100: First, format the built-in memory or card, and reset the 
file numbers using [NO.RESET]. Then, select [YES] on 
the folder number reset screen.
 • File numbers and folder numbers. ( →142)
Item Settings, notes
[REC AREA] is not available in the DMC-ZS6/DMC-ZS5. 
						

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For details about the setting procedure in the [SETUP] menu (→20) Using the [SETUP] menu (Continued)
  [REC AREA]
Enables verification of 
the recordable area for 
a motion picture before 
recording.[OFF]/[ON]
 • Recordable area displayed for motion 
pictures should be interpreted as a 
Guideline.
 • When using Extended Optical Zoom,  the recordable area may not always be 
displayed for certain zoom ratios.
 • This setting cannot be used with Intelligent  Auto Mode. This section is not 
recorded.
 [ECONOMY]
Turn off the power or 
make the LCD monitor 
go dark while not using 
the camera to minimize 
battery consumption. [SLEEP MODE]
[OFF]/[2 MIN.]/[5 MIN.]/[10 MIN.]: 
Automatically shut off power while not in use.  • To restore →  Press the shutter button halfway, or turn on  the power again.
 • Cannot be used in the following cases: When using AC adaptor (optional) and DC coupler 
(optional), when connected to computer/printer, during 
motion picture recording/playback, during Slide Shows, 
during automatic demo playback 
 • Settings fixed to [5 MIN.] in [INTELLIGENT AUTO] Mode  or [CLIPBOARD] Mode, or [10 MIN.] while Slide Show is 
paused.
 [LCD POWER SAVE]
[OFF]/[ON]:
The LCD monitor goes dark to minimize power 
consumption.  • Reduces the picture quality of the LCD monitor display during recording to minimize battery consumption 
(except for the Digital Zoom area). Note, however, that 
there is no effect on the recorded picture.
 • When [LCD MODE] is set, the brightness of the LCD  monitor follows the setting in [LCD MODE], but the 
picture quality of the LCD monitor stays at a low level.
Item Settings, notes
For details about the setting procedure in the [SETUP] menu (
→20)[AUTO REVIEW]
Automatically display 
still pictures immediately 
after taking them. [OFF]: 
No auto review
[1 SEC.]/[2 SEC.]:   Automatically display for 1 or 2 
seconds.
[HOLD]:   Auto review screen remains until a button (other 
than the [DISPLAY] button) is pressed
 • Fixed to [2 SEC.] in [INTELLIGENT AUTO] Mode.
 • In [SELF PORTRAIT], [PANORAMA ASSIST], [HI- SPEED BURST], [FLASH BURST], and [PHOTO 
FRAME] Scene Modes, [AUTO BRACKET], [MULTI 
ASPECT], [BURST] Mode, or still pictures with audio, 
Auto Review performed regardless of setting.
 • Motion pictures cannot be automatically reviewed.
 
 [ZOOM RESUME]
Remember the zoom 
position when turning the 
power off. [OFF]/[ON]
 • Cannot be set when using [SELF PORTRAIT] Scene Mode.
 
[NO.RESET]
Reset picture file 
numbers.  [YES]/[NO]
 • The folder number is updated and the file number starts from 0001. 
 • A folder number between 100 and 999 can be assigned. Numbers cannot be reset once folder number reaches 
999. In this case, save all necessary pictures to your 
computer, and format the built-in memory/card ( →28).
 • To reset folder number to 100: First, format the built-in memory or card, and reset the 
file numbers using [NO.RESET]. Then, select [YES] on 
the folder number reset screen.
 • File numbers and folder numbers. ( →142)
Item Settings, notes
[REC AREA] is not available in the DMC-ZS6/DMC-ZS5. 
						

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For details about the setting procedure in the [SETUP] menu (→20) Using the [SETUP] menu (Continued)
 [RESET]
Reset to the default 
settings. [RESET REC. SETTINGS?]
[YES]/[NO]
[RESET SETUP PARAMETERS?]
[YES]/[NO]
 • Information registered in [FACE RECOG.] is reset if recording settings are reset.
 • Resetting the setup parameters will also reset the  following.
Age in years/months and names in [BABY] and [PET] 
Scene Modes, any settings in the [TRAVEL MODE] 
menu (including GPS function) 
, [FAVORITE] in the 
[PLAYBACK] menu (set to [OFF]), [ROTATE DISP.] (set 
to [ON])
 • Folder numbers and Clock settings will not be reset.
 • Camera movement may be audible as the lens function  is reset. This is not a fault.
 
[USB MODE]
Select communication 
method for when 
connecting camera to a 
computer or printer with 
USB connection cable. [SELECT ON CONNECTION]:
Select [PC] or [PictBridge (PTP)] each time you connect to 
a computer or PictBridge-compatible printer.
 [PictBridge (PTP)]:  Select when connecting to a  PictBridge-compatible printer.
 [PC]: Select when connecting to a computer.
 
[VIDEO OUT]
(DMC-ZS5PU only.)
Change the video output 
format when connected 
to a TV, etc. (Playback 
Mode only). [NTSC]/[PAL]
 • Operates when AV cable is connected.
 
[TV ASPECT]
Change the aspect ratio 
when connected to a 
TV, etc. (Playback Mode 
only). / 
 • Operates when AV cable is connected.
Item Settings, notes
For details about the setting procedure in the [SETUP] menu (
→20) [HDMI MODE]  
Set the output resolution 
when connected to a 
high-definition TV with 
an HDMI mini cable 
(optional). (→148) [AUTO]:  
The output resolution is automatically determined 
based on information from the connected TV.
[1080i]:     Outputs 1080 effective scanning lines in interlaced 
format.
[720p]:     Outputs 720 effective scanning lines in 
progressive format.
[480p]:   Outputs 480 effective scanning lines in progressive 
format.
Interlaced and Progressive Formats
In ‘i’ = interlaced format (interlaced scanning), half of the 
effective scanning lines are displayed alternately every 
1/60 second. In ‘p’ = progressive format (progressive 
scanning), high-density video signals are sent 
simultaneously for all effective scanning lines every 1/60 
second.
The HDMI socket of this camera supports [1080i] high 
definition video output.
To enjoy progressive video or high definition video, a TV 
compatible with these formats is required.  • Even if [1080i] is set, the motion picture is output at 720p during playback.
 • If no video appears on the TV even though [AUTO] is  set, try switching to [1080i], [720p], or [480p] to adjust to 
a video format that can be displayed on your TV. (See 
the manual for your TV.)
 • This is activated when an HDMI mini cable (optional) is  connected.
 • For further details (→148)
 
[VIERA Link]  
Enable automatic linking 
with other VIERA Link-
compatible devices, and 
operability with a VIERA 
remote control when 
connecting via an HDMI 
mini cable (optional) 
(→149). [OFF]:  
Operations must be performed via the camera’s 
own buttons.
[ON]:      Operations may be performed via the remote 
control of the VIERA Link-compatible device. 
(Not all operations will be available.) Operability of 
the camera’s own buttons will be limited.
 • Works when connected via an HDMI mini cable  (optional).
Item Settings, notes
The [HDMI MODE], [VIERA Link] menu items are not available in the DMC-ZS5. 
						

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For details about the setting procedure in the [SETUP] menu (→20) Using the [SETUP] menu (Continued)
 [RESET]
Reset to the default 
settings. [RESET REC. SETTINGS?]
[YES]/[NO]
[RESET SETUP PARAMETERS?]
[YES]/[NO]
 • Information registered in [FACE RECOG.] is reset if recording settings are reset.
 • Resetting the setup parameters will also reset the  following.
Age in years/months and names in [BABY] and [PET] 
Scene Modes, any settings in the [TRAVEL MODE] 
menu (including GPS function) 
, [FAVORITE] in the 
[PLAYBACK] menu (set to [OFF]), [ROTATE DISP.] (set 
to [ON])
 • Folder numbers and Clock settings will not be reset.
 • Camera movement may be audible as the lens function  is reset. This is not a fault.
 
[USB MODE]
Select communication 
method for when 
connecting camera to a 
computer or printer with 
USB connection cable. [SELECT ON CONNECTION]:
Select [PC] or [PictBridge (PTP)] each time you connect to 
a computer or PictBridge-compatible printer.
 [PictBridge (PTP)]:  Select when connecting to a  PictBridge-compatible printer.
 [PC]: Select when connecting to a computer.
 
[VIDEO OUT]
(DMC-ZS5PU only.)
Change the video output 
format when connected 
to a TV, etc. (Playback 
Mode only). [NTSC]/[PAL]
 • Operates when AV cable is connected.
 
[TV ASPECT]
Change the aspect ratio 
when connected to a 
TV, etc. (Playback Mode 
only). / 
 • Operates when AV cable is connected.
Item Settings, notes
For details about the setting procedure in the [SETUP] menu (
→20) [HDMI MODE]  
Set the output resolution 
when connected to a 
high-definition TV with 
an HDMI mini cable 
(optional). (→148) [AUTO]:  
The output resolution is automatically determined 
based on information from the connected TV.
[1080i]:     Outputs 1080 effective scanning lines in interlaced 
format.
[720p]:     Outputs 720 effective scanning lines in 
progressive format.
[480p]:   Outputs 480 effective scanning lines in progressive 
format.
Interlaced and Progressive Formats
In ‘i’ = interlaced format (interlaced scanning), half of the 
effective scanning lines are displayed alternately every 
1/60 second. In ‘p’ = progressive format (progressive 
scanning), high-density video signals are sent 
simultaneously for all effective scanning lines every 1/60 
second.
The HDMI socket of this camera supports [1080i] high 
definition video output.
To enjoy progressive video or high definition video, a TV 
compatible with these formats is required.  • Even if [1080i] is set, the motion picture is output at 720p during playback.
 • If no video appears on the TV even though [AUTO] is  set, try switching to [1080i], [720p], or [480p] to adjust to 
a video format that can be displayed on your TV. (See 
the manual for your TV.)
 • This is activated when an HDMI mini cable (optional) is  connected.
 • For further details (→148)
 
[VIERA Link]  
Enable automatic linking 
with other VIERA Link-
compatible devices, and 
operability with a VIERA 
remote control when 
connecting via an HDMI 
mini cable (optional) 
(→149). [OFF]:  
Operations must be performed via the camera’s 
own buttons.
[ON]:      Operations may be performed via the remote 
control of the VIERA Link-compatible device. 
(Not all operations will be available.) Operability of 
the camera’s own buttons will be limited.
 • Works when connected via an HDMI mini cable  (optional).
Item Settings, notes
The [HDMI MODE], [VIERA Link] menu items are not available in the DMC-ZS5. 
						

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ItemSettings, notes
[VERSION DISP.]
Check the version of the 
camera firmware. Current version is displayed.
 
[FORMAT]
Use when [BUILT-IN 
MEMORY ERROR] 
or [MEMORY CARD 
ERROR] appears, or 
when formatting the built-
in memory or card. 
When a card/built-in 
memory is formatted, 
the data cannot be 
restored. Check the 
content of the card/
built-in memory 
carefully before 
formatting. [YES]/[NO]
 • This requires a sufficiently charged battery ( →11), or an 
AC adaptor (optional) and DC coupler (optional). When 
formatting the built-in memory, remove the cards.
(Only inserted card will be formatted if present; built-in 
memory will be formatted if no card is inserted.)
 • Always format cards with this camera.
 
• All picture data including protected pictures will be 
deleted. (→135)
 • Do not turn off power or perform other operations during  formatting.
 • Formatting the built-in memory may take several  minutes.
 • Consult your nearest Service Center if format cannot be  successfully completed.
 
[LANGUAGE]
Change display 
language. Set the language displayed on the screen.
For details about the setting procedure in the [SETUP] menu (
→20)
  [DEMO MODE]
View demonstration of 
functions. [STABILIZER DEMO.]: 
(Only during recording)
Extent of jitter is shown on graph (estimate) 
Large ← Small → Large
Extent of jitter 
Extent of jitter after correction 
 • During demo screen display, the Optical Image Stabilizer  switches ON and OFF every time [MENU/SET] is 
pressed. 
 • Cannot display during Playback Mode.
 • To stop→ Press the [DISPLAY] button.
 • Recording and zoom cannot be performed during demo.
[AUTO DEMO]: View introductory Slide Show
[OFF] /[ON]
 • To close → Press [MENU/SET] 
 • When a card is not inserted, Automatic Demo Mode  will start if there is no operation for about two minutes 
with the power ON when connected to the AC adaptor 
(optional) and DC coupler (optional).
 • [AUTO DEMO] cannot be displayed on external devices  such as TVs.
Item Settings, notes 
						

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For details about the setting procedure in the [SETUP] menu (→20) Using the [SETUP] menu (Continued)
ItemSettings, notes
[VERSION DISP.]
Check the version of the 
camera firmware. Current version is displayed.
 
[FORMAT]
Use when [BUILT-IN 
MEMORY ERROR] 
or [MEMORY CARD 
ERROR] appears, or 
when formatting the built-
in memory or card. 
When a card/built-in 
memory is formatted, 
the data cannot be 
restored. Check the 
content of the card/
built-in memory 
carefully before 
formatting. [YES]/[NO]
 • This requires a sufficiently charged battery ( →11), or an 
AC adaptor (optional) and DC coupler (optional). When 
formatting the built-in memory, remove the cards.
(Only inserted card will be formatted if present; built-in 
memory will be formatted if no card is inserted.)
 • Always format cards with this camera.
 
• All picture data including protected pictures will be 
deleted. (→135)
 • Do not turn off power or perform other operations during  formatting.
 • Formatting the built-in memory may take several  minutes.
 • Consult your nearest Service Center if format cannot be  successfully completed.
 
[LANGUAGE]
Change display 
language. Set the language displayed on the screen.
For details about the setting procedure in the [SETUP] menu (
→20)
  [DEMO MODE]
View demonstration of 
functions. [STABILIZER DEMO.]: 
(Only during recording)
Extent of jitter is shown on graph (estimate) 
Large ← Small → Large
Extent of jitter 
Extent of jitter after correction 
 • During demo screen display, the Optical Image Stabilizer  switches ON and OFF every time [MENU/SET] is 
pressed. 
 • Cannot display during Playback Mode.
 • To stop→ Press the [DISPLAY] button.
 • Recording and zoom cannot be performed during demo.
[AUTO DEMO]: View introductory Slide Show
[OFF] /[ON]
 • To close → Press [MENU/SET] 
 • When a card is not inserted, Automatic Demo Mode  will start if there is no operation for about two minutes 
with the power ON when connected to the AC adaptor 
(optional) and DC coupler (optional).
 • [AUTO DEMO] cannot be displayed on external devices  such as TVs.
Item Settings, notes 
						

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Basic shooting operationPlease set the Clock before shooting (→17).
Holding the camera
 Mode dial
For the operating procedures for the DMC-ZS6/DMC-ZS5 ( →32)
Shutter button
Motion picture button  • Motion pictures can be recorded immediately by pressing the 
motion picture button.
Turn on the power
Set to  
 :  Still pictures and motion  pictures can be taken.
 :  The captured still pictures and motion pictures can be 
played back.
Set to the desired Recording Mode 
Set to the mode you plan to use 
Aim the camera and shoot
Recording motion pictures
Press the motion picture button
Press the motion picture button to 
start recording
Press the motion picture button 
again to finish recording
 • Motion pictures cannot be recorded in  
([CLIPBOARD] Mode). (→110)
Taking still pictures
Press the shutter button
Gently press the shutter button
Press halfway 
(Adjust the focus)
Press and hold the shutter button 
to take the picture
Press fully
Flash AF Assist  Lamp
 • Stand with your arms close to your body and with 
your legs apart.
 • Do not touch the lens.
 • Do not block the microphone when recording audio.  (→9)
 • Do not block the flash or the lamp. Do not look at it  from close range.
 • Make sure that the camera does not move at the  moment the shutter button is pressed. 
[INTELLIGENT AUTO] 
ModeTake pictures with automatic settings ( →34).
[PROGRAM AE] Mode Record pictures with your own settings. ( →37) 
[APERTURE-PRIORITY] 
ModeDetermine aperture, then record pictures. 
(→56) 
[SHUTTER-PRIORITY] 
ModeDetermine shutter speed, then record 
pictures. (→57) 
[MANUAL EXPOSURE] 
ModeDetermine aperture and shutter speed, then 
record pictures. (→58) 
[CUSTOM] ModeRecord pictures using pre-registered settings. 
(→59) 
∗∗
[MY SCN MODE]
∗  
Sometimes referred to as  
in this manual. Take pictures in frequently-used Scene 
Modes (→71).
[SCENE MODE]Take pictures according to scene (
→61).
[CLIPBOARD] ModeTake pictures as memos (→110).