Panasonic Digital Camera Dmc Zs9 Owners Manual

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Charging the battery
 ■About batteries that you can use with this unit
The battery that can be used with this unit is DMW-BCG10PP.
It has been found that counterfeit battery packs which look very 
similar to the genuine products are made available to purchase 
in some markets. Some of these battery packs are not adequately 
protected with internal protection to meet the requirements of 
appropriate safety standards. There is a possibility that these 
battery packs may lead to fire or explosion. Please be advised 
that we are not liable for any accident or failure occurring as a 
result of use of a counterfeit battery pack. To ensure that safe 
products are used we recommend that a genuine Panasonic 
battery pack is used.
 •Use the dedicated charger and battery. •The camera has a function for distinguishing batteries which can 
be used safely. The dedicated battery (DMW

-BCG10PP) supports 
this function. The only batteries suitable for use with this unit 
are genuine Panasonic products and batteries manufactured by 
other companies and certified by Panasonic. (Batteries which do 
not support this function cannot be used.) Panasonic cannot in 
any way guarantee the quality, performance or safety of batteries 
which have been manufactured by other companies and are not 
genuine Panasonic products.
 • The battery is not charged when the camera is shipped. Charge 
the battery and set the clock before use.
 •Charge the battery with the charger indoors (10 °C - 30 °C (50 °F - 
86 °F)).
 ■Recording capacity guidelines (pictures/recording time)
Number of recordable 
pictures Approx. 340 pictures
Recording time Approx. 170 min
Playback time Approx. 300 min
Recording conditions by CIPA standard
 • CIPA

 is an abbreviation of [Camera & Imaging Products Association].
 • [Program AE] Mode. • Temperature: 23 °C (73.4 °F)/Humidity: 50 %RH when LCD monitor is 
on.
 • Using a Panasonic SD Memory Card (32 MB). • Using the supplied battery. • Starting recording 30 seconds after the camera is turned on. (When the  Optical Image Stabilizer function is set to [ON].)
 • Recording once every 30 seconds with full flash every second recording.
 • Rotating the zoom lever from T

ele to Wide or vice versa in every 
recording.
 • Turning the camera of

f every 10 recordings and leaving it until the 
temperature of the battery decreases.
The number of recordable pictures or available operating time may vary according 
to surrounding environment and usage conditions. Figures may be reduced if flash, 
zoom, or other functions are used frequently, or in colder climates.
Insert the battery terminals and attach 
the battery to the charger
Ensure [LUMIX] faces outwards.
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2
Connect the charger to the electrical outlet
Charging light ([CHARGE])
On:      Charging in progress (approx. 
130 min. if fully depleted) 
Off: Charging complete
Detach the battery after charging is completed
Preparations 
						

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Inserting and removing the card 
(optional)/the battery
 ■To remove
 •To remove battery:
move lever in direction of arrow
. •To remove card:
press down in center
.
Lever
 
 ●Always use genuine Panasonic batteries (DMW-BCG10PP). ●If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this 
product.
 ●Insert the card fully, otherwise it may be damaged.
Set the camera ON/OFF switch 
to OFF and slide the release 
lever (
) to [OPEN] before 
opening the lid
[OPEN] [LOCK]
Insert the battery and card, 
making sure that their 
orientation is correct
 • Battery:  Insert all the way firmly until 
a locking sound is heard, and 
check that the lever is hooked 
over the battery.
 • Card:  Insert all the way firmly until it 
clicks.
Close lid
Slide to the [LOCK] position.
Picture save destination (cards and built-in memory)
 ■Built-in memory (approx. 70 MB)
 ●The built-in memory can be used as a temporary storage device when 
the card being used becomes full.
 ●The access time for the built-in memory may be longer than the access 
time for a card.
 ■Compatible memory cards (optional)
The following SD standard-based cards 
(Panasonic brand recommended)
Type of Card Capacity NotesSD  
Memory Cards8 MB – 2 GB • Using a card of SD Speed “Class 6”* or above 
is recommended for recording motion pictures.
 • Can be used with devices compatible with the  respective formats.
 • Before using SDXC Memory Cards, check that your computer and other devices support this 
type of card.  
http://panasonic.net/avc/sdcard/information/SDXC.html • Only the cards listed on the left with the given capacities are supported. 
SDHC  
Memory Cards4 GB – 32 GB
SDXC  
Memory Cards48 GB, 64 GB
*		SD speed class refers to a specification for sustained write speeds. 
Confirm the SD speed by checking the card label or other card related 
materials. 
(Example)
 ●Latest information:
http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/ 
(This Site is English only.)
 ●Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children to prevent swallowing. 
						

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Inserting and removing the card 
(optional)/the battery
 ■To remove
 •To remove battery:
move lever in direction of arrow
. •To remove card:
press down in center
.
Lever
 
 ●Always use genuine Panasonic batteries (DMW-BCG10PP). ●If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this 
product.
 ●Insert the card fully, otherwise it may be damaged.
Set the camera ON/OFF switch 
to OFF and slide the release 
lever (
) to [OPEN] before 
opening the lid
[OPEN] [LOCK]
Insert the battery and card, 
making sure that their 
orientation is correct
 • Battery:  Insert all the way firmly until 
a locking sound is heard, and 
check that the lever is hooked 
over the battery.
 • Card:  Insert all the way firmly until it 
clicks.
Close lid
Slide to the [LOCK] position.
Picture save destination (cards and built-in memory)
 ■Built-in memory (approx. 70 MB)
 ●The built-in memory can be used as a temporary storage device when 
the card being used becomes full.
 ●The access time for the built-in memory may be longer than the access 
time for a card.
 ■Compatible memory cards (optional)
The following SD standard-based cards 
(Panasonic brand recommended)
Type of Card Capacity NotesSD  
Memory Cards8 MB – 2 GB • Using a card of SD Speed “Class 6”* or above 
is recommended for recording motion pictures.
 • Can be used with devices compatible with the  respective formats.
 • Before using SDXC Memory Cards, check that your computer and other devices support this 
type of card.  
http://panasonic.net/avc/sdcard/information/SDXC.html • Only the cards listed on the left with the given capacities are supported. 
SDHC  
Memory Cards4 GB – 32 GB
SDXC  
Memory Cards48 GB, 64 GB
*		SD speed class refers to a specification for sustained write speeds. 
Confirm the SD speed by checking the card label or other card related 
materials. 
(Example)
 ●Latest information:
http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/ 
(This Site is English only.)
 ●Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children to prevent swallowing. 
						

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Setting the clockSetting the menu
The clock is not set when the camera is shipped.
Turn on the power ()
Press [MENU/SET] () while 
the message is displayed
Press ◄► to select the items 
(year, month, day, hour, minute, 
display order or time display 
format), and press ▲▼ to set
 • To cancel → Press [ / ].
Press [MENU/SET]
Confirm the setting and press [MENU/SET]
 • To return to the previous screen, press [ / ]. • Turn on the power again and check the time display
.
 ■To change time setting
Select [Clock Set] from the [Rec] or [Setup] menu, perform  and .  Refer to the following procedures to operate the menus.
Example: 
 Setting [LCD Mode] from [OFF] to  in the [Program AE] 
Mode
Press [MENU/SET] to display the menu 
Switching to the [Setup] menu
Select [Setup], and press [MENU/SET].
Press ▲▼ to select [LCD Mode] 
and then press [MENU/SET]
 • Depending on the item, its setting may not  appear or it may be displayed in a different 
way
.
Press ▲▼ to select  and then 
press [MENU/SET] to set
Press [ / ] several times to 
close the menu    
						

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Setting the clockSetting the menu
The clock is not set when the camera is shipped.
Turn on the power ()
Press [MENU/SET] () while 
the message is displayed
Press ◄► to select the items 
(year, month, day, hour, minute, 
display order or time display 
format), and press ▲▼ to set
 • To cancel → Press [ / ].
Press [MENU/SET]
Confirm the setting and press [MENU/SET]
 • To return to the previous screen, press [ / ]. • Turn on the power again and check the time display
.
 ■To change time setting
Select [Clock Set] from the [Rec] or [Setup] menu, perform  and .  Refer to the following procedures to operate the menus.
Example: 
 Setting [LCD Mode] from [OFF] to  in the [Program AE] 
Mode
Press [MENU/SET] to display the menu 
Switching to the [Setup] menu
Select [Setup], and press [MENU/SET].
Press ▲▼ to select [LCD Mode] 
and then press [MENU/SET]
 • Depending on the item, its setting may not  appear or it may be displayed in a different 
way
.
Press ▲▼ to select  and then 
press [MENU/SET] to set
Press [ / ] several times to 
close the menu    
						

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Selecting the Recording ModeTaking pictures with automatic settings
[Intelligent Auto] ModeRecording Mode: 
Turn on the power ()
Slide the [REC/PLAY] switch  
(
) to 
Switching the mode by rotating 
the mode dial (
)
[Intelligent Auto] ModeTake pictures with automatic settings.
[Program AE] ModeThe subjects are recorded using your own settings.
[Aperture-Priority] ModeThe shutter speed is automatically determined by the aperture value you 
set.
[Shutter-Priority] ModeThe aperture value is automatically determined by the shutter speed you 
set.
[Manual Exposure] ModeThe exposure is adjusted by the aperture value and the shutter speed which 
are manually adjusted.
[Custom] ModeUse this mode to take pictures with previously registered setting.
[Scene Mode]Take pictures according to scene.
[My Scene Mode]Take pictures in frequently-used Scene Modes.
[Motion Picture] ModeTake motion pictures.
Optimum settings are made automatically from information such as 
“face,” “movement,” “brightness,” and “distance” just by pointing the 
camera at the subject, meaning that clear pictures can be taken without 
the need to make settings manually.
Turn on the power ()Shutter button
Slide the [REC/PLAY] switch  
(
) to 
Set the mode dial () to 
Take pictures
Press halfway 
(press lightly and focus) Press fully 
(press the button all the way to record)
 • If jitter becomes noticeable, use both hands, keep your arms close 
to your body, and stand with your feet at shoulder width.
 •Focus display ()
(In focus: lit / Not in focus: flashing)
 • The AF area () is displayed around 
the subject’s face by the Face Detection 
function. In other cases, it is displayed at 
the point on the subject which is in focus.
 • Focus:  Max. W: 3 cm (0.10 feet)/
Max. T: 1 m (3.28 feet) and above 
(7 × to 11 × is 2 m (6.57 feet) to ∞)
Basics   
						

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Selecting the Recording ModeTaking pictures with automatic settings
[Intelligent Auto] ModeRecording Mode: 
Turn on the power ()
Slide the [REC/PLAY] switch  
(
) to 
Switching the mode by rotating 
the mode dial (
)
[Intelligent Auto] ModeTake pictures with automatic settings.
[Program AE] ModeThe subjects are recorded using your own settings.
[Aperture-Priority] ModeThe shutter speed is automatically determined by the aperture value you 
set.
[Shutter-Priority] ModeThe aperture value is automatically determined by the shutter speed you 
set.
[Manual Exposure] ModeThe exposure is adjusted by the aperture value and the shutter speed which 
are manually adjusted.
[Custom] ModeUse this mode to take pictures with previously registered setting.
[Scene Mode]Take pictures according to scene.
[My Scene Mode]Take pictures in frequently-used Scene Modes.
[Motion Picture] ModeTake motion pictures.
Optimum settings are made automatically from information such as 
“face,” “movement,” “brightness,” and “distance” just by pointing the 
camera at the subject, meaning that clear pictures can be taken without 
the need to make settings manually.
Turn on the power ()Shutter button
Slide the [REC/PLAY] switch  
(
) to 
Set the mode dial () to 
Take pictures
Press halfway 
(press lightly and focus) Press fully 
(press the button all the way to record)
 • If jitter becomes noticeable, use both hands, keep your arms close 
to your body, and stand with your feet at shoulder width.
 •Focus display ()
(In focus: lit / Not in focus: flashing)
 • The AF area () is displayed around 
the subject’s face by the Face Detection 
function. In other cases, it is displayed at 
the point on the subject which is in focus.
 • Focus:  Max. W: 3 cm (0.10 feet)/
Max. T: 1 m (3.28 feet) and above 
(7 × to 11 × is 2 m (6.57 feet) to ∞)
Basics   
						

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Taking pictures with automatic settings
[Intelligent Auto] Mode (Continued)Recording Mode: 
Taking motion pictures [Motion Picture] Mode
Recording Mode: 
 ■Automatic Scene Detection
Camera identifies scene when pointed at subject, and makes optimum 
settings automatically. The type of scene detected is indicated by a blue 
icon for two seconds.
People are detected
Baby is detected
Scenery is detectedPeople and night scenery are detected
(Only when  is selected)Night scenery is detected
A close-up shot is detected
A sunset is detectedReads subject movement to avoid blurring when the scene does not 
correspond to any of the above.
If the camera automatically identifies the scene and determines that people 
appear as subjects in the picture (, , ), Face Detection is activated, 
and the focus and exposure are adjusted for the recognized faces.
AF Tracking
Even if a subject, where the focus was locked (AF Lock) moves, the 
camera can continue to keep it in focus.
Press▲
 AF Tracking icon
 AF Tracking frame
 • Press ▲ again to cancel.
Align the AF Tracking frame with the subject, and 
then press ▼ to lock
 • The optimum scene is detected for the subject where the focus  was locked (AF Lock).
 • AF Lock successful: Y

ellow
 • AF Lock failed: Red (flash) • Press ▼ to cancel.
This records motion pictures with audio. (Recording with muted sound is 
not possible. Sound recording is monaural (DMC-ZS8) or stereo (DMC-
ZS9).) Zoom can also be used during recording.
Slide the [REC/PLAY] switch to 
Set the mode dial to 
Start recording
Elapsed recording time Remaining recording 
time (approx.)
Press halfway 
(Adjust the focus)
Press fully  
(start recording)
End recording
Press fully
 ●Immediately release the shutter button after pressing it all the way . ●When there is no space left to store the motion picture, recording 
automatically ends.
 ●A maximum of approx. 2 GB of continuous motion picture can be 
recorded. (Even if there is more than 2 GB of available space on the 
card, the available recording time will be calculated for a maximum of 
2 GB.)      
						

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Taking pictures with automatic settings
[Intelligent Auto] Mode (Continued)Recording Mode: 
Taking motion pictures [Motion Picture] Mode
Recording Mode: 
 ■Automatic Scene Detection
Camera identifies scene when pointed at subject, and makes optimum 
settings automatically. The type of scene detected is indicated by a blue 
icon for two seconds.
People are detected
Baby is detected
Scenery is detectedPeople and night scenery are detected
(Only when  is selected)Night scenery is detected
A close-up shot is detected
A sunset is detectedReads subject movement to avoid blurring when the scene does not 
correspond to any of the above.
If the camera automatically identifies the scene and determines that people 
appear as subjects in the picture (, , ), Face Detection is activated, 
and the focus and exposure are adjusted for the recognized faces.
AF Tracking
Even if a subject, where the focus was locked (AF Lock) moves, the 
camera can continue to keep it in focus.
Press▲
 AF Tracking icon
 AF Tracking frame
 • Press ▲ again to cancel.
Align the AF Tracking frame with the subject, and 
then press ▼ to lock
 • The optimum scene is detected for the subject where the focus  was locked (AF Lock).
 • AF Lock successful: Y

ellow
 • AF Lock failed: Red (flash) • Press ▼ to cancel.
This records motion pictures with audio. (Recording with muted sound is 
not possible. Sound recording is monaural (DMC-ZS8) or stereo (DMC-
ZS9).) Zoom can also be used during recording.
Slide the [REC/PLAY] switch to 
Set the mode dial to 
Start recording
Elapsed recording time Remaining recording 
time (approx.)
Press halfway 
(Adjust the focus)
Press fully  
(start recording)
End recording
Press fully
 ●Immediately release the shutter button after pressing it all the way . ●When there is no space left to store the motion picture, recording 
automatically ends.
 ●A maximum of approx. 2 GB of continuous motion picture can be 
recorded. (Even if there is more than 2 GB of available space on the 
card, the available recording time will be calculated for a maximum of 
2 GB.)      
						

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Viewing your pictures [Normal Play]Playback Mode: 
Deleting picturesPlayback Mode: 
Reading the Owner’s Manual  
(PDF format)
Slide the [REC/PLAY] switch  
(
) to 
Press ◄► to select the picture 
 ●To play back a motion picture, select an image with ◄ or ►, and then 
press ▲ to start playback.
 ●You can print pictures by connecting a camera to your computer or 
printer, or by giving an SD card to a shop assistant at a photo shop.
Deleted pictures cannot be recovered.
Press [ / ] () to delete the 
displayed picture
Press ◄ to select [Yes] and 
then press [MENU/SET] (
)
More detailed instructions on the operation of this camera are contained 
in “Owner’s Manual for advanced features (PDF format)” in the supplied 
CD-ROM. Install it on your PC to read it.
 ■For Windows
Turn the PC on and insert the CD-ROM containing 
the Owner’s Manual (supplied)
Click the “Owner’s Manual”
Select the desired language and then click 
“Owner’s Manual” to install
 To return to the install menu. See next page.
Double click the “Owner’s Manual” shortcut icon 
on the desktop
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