Panasonic Dmc Fs35 Operating Instructions Manual

							Operating Instructionsfor advanced features
Digital Camera
Model No. DMC-FS35
DMC-FS18
DMC-FS16
DMC-FS14
VQT3D52
Before use, please read these instructions completely.
until 
2010/12/20 
						

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Contents
Before Use
Care of the camera ................................... 4
Standard Accessories ............................... 5
Names of the Components ....................... 6
Preparation
Charging the Battery ................................. 9• Charging ............................................. 9
• Approximate operating time and number of recordable pictures .......... 11
Inserting and Removing the Card 
(optional)/the Battery ............................... 13
About the Built-in Memory/the Card ........ 16
• Approximate number of recordable pictures and available recording 
time ................................................... 18
Setting Date/Time (Clock Set)................. 19
• Changing the Clock Setting .............. 20
Basic
Selecting the [Rec] Mode ........................ 21
Taking pictures using the automatic 
function (Intelligent Auto Mode) .............. 22• Tips for taking good pictures ............. 23
• Changing the settings ....................... 23
• Scene Detection ................................ 24
Taking pictures with your favourite 
settings (Normal Picture Mode)............... 25
• Preventing jitter (camera shake) ....... 25
Focusing.................................................. 26
Playing Back Pictures ([Normal Play]) .... 28
Motion Picture Mode ............................... 30
Playing Back Motion Pictures.................. 32
Deleting Pictures ..................................... 33
• To delete a single picture .................. 33
• To delete multiple pictures (up to 50) or all the pictures .............................. 33
Setting the Menu ..................................... 35
• Setting menu items ........................... 35
• Using the Quick Menu....................... 36
About the Setup Menu ............................ 37
Recording
About the LCD Monitor ............................42
Taking Pictures with the Zoom ................43
• Using the Optical Zoom/Using the Extra Optical Zoom (EZ)/
Using the Intelligent zoom/
Using the Digital Zoom......................43
• Using the Easy zoom (DMC-FS35)  ...45
Taking Pictures Using the Built-in 
Flash........................................................47
• Switching to the appropriate flash setting ...............................................47
Taking Close-up Pictures ([AF Macro]/
[Macro Zoom]) .........................................51
Taking Pictures with the Self-timer ..........52
Compensating the Exposure ...................53
Taking pictures that match the scene 
being recorded (Scene Mode) .................54
• Selecting Scene Mode for each recording (Scene Mode) ...................54
• Registering frequently used Scene  Modes (My Scene Mode) ..................55
•  [Portrait]............................................56
•  [Soft Skin] .........................................56
•  [Transform] .......................................56
•  [Self Portrait] ....................................57
•  [Scenery] ..........................................57
•  [Panorama Assist] ............................58
•  [Sports] .............................................59
•  [Night Portrait] ..................................59
•  [Night Scenery] .................................59
•  [Food] ...............................................60
•  [Party] ...............................................60
•  [Candle Light] ...................................60
•  [Baby1]/[Baby2] ................................61
•  [Pet] ..................................................62
•  [Sunset] ............................................62
•  [High Sens.]......................................62
•  [Hi-Speed Burst] ...............................63
•  [Flash Burst] .....................................64
•  [Starry Sky].......................................64
•  [Fireworks]........................................65
•  [Beach] .............................................65
•  [Snow] ..............................................65
•  [Aerial Photo]....................................65
•  [Pin Hole]..........................................66
•  [Film Grain].......................................66
•  [High Dynamic] .................................66
•  [Photo Frame] ..................................67
Useful Functions at Travel 
Destinations.............................................68 
						

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•  Recording which Day of the Vacation and the Location of the 
Vacation ([Travel Date]) .................... 68
•  Recording Dates/Times at  Overseas Travel Destinations 
([World Time]) ................................... 70
Using the [Rec] Mode Menu.................... 71
•  [Picture Size] .................................... 71
•  [Rec Quality] .................................... 72
•  [Sensitivity] ....................................... 73
•  [White Balance] ................................ 74
•  [AF Mode] ........................................ 76
•  [i.Exposure] ...................................... 78
•  [i.Resolution] .................................... 78
•  [Digital Zoom] ................................... 78
•  [Burst]............................................... 79
•  [Color Mode] .................................... 80
•  [AF Assist Lamp] .............................. 81
•  [Red-Eye Removal] .......................... 81
•  [Stabilizer] ........................................ 82
•  [Date Stamp] .................................... 82
•  [Clock Set]........................................ 82
Entering Text ........................................... 83
Playback/Editing
Various methods to playback .................. 84
•  [Slide Show] ..................................... 85
•  [Filtering Play] .................................. 87
•  [Calendar] ........................................ 88
Using the [Playback] Mode Menu ........... 89
•  [Upload Set] ..................................... 89
•  [Text Stamp]..................................... 90
•  [Resize] ............................................ 92
•  [Cropping] ........................................ 93
•  [Favorite] .......................................... 94
•  [Print Set] ......................................... 95
•  [Protect]............................................ 97
•  [Copy]............................................... 98
Connecting to other equipment
Connecting to a PC ................................. 99• Using “PHOTOfunSTUDIO” to copy to a PC ................................... 102
• Uploading the images to sharing 
sites ................................................ 102
Printing the Pictures .............................. 103
•  Selecting a single picture and printing it ......................................... 104
•  Selecting multiple pictures and  printing them ................................... 104
•  Print Settings.................................. 105 Playing Back Pictures on a TV 
Screen ...................................................108
• Playing back pictures using the AV cable (supplied) .........................108
• Playing back pictures on a TV with  an SD Memory Card slot.................109
Others
Screen Display ......................................110
Cautions for Use....................................113
Message Display ...................................118
Troubleshooting.....................................120
∫ About illustrations in these operating 
instructions
The procedure is described for 
(DMC-FS35)  as an example. 
						

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Before UseCare of the camera
Do not subject to strong vibration, shock, or pressure.
• The lens, LCD monitor, or external case may be damaged if used in following conditions. 
It may also malfunction or image may not be recorded.
– Drop or hit the camera.
– Sit down with the camera in your trousers pocket or forcefully  insert it into a full or tight bag, etc.
– Attach any items such as accessories to the strap attached to the 
camera.
– Press hard on the lens or the LCD monitor.
This camera is not dust/drip/water proof.
Avoid using the camera at location with a lot of dust, water, 
sand, etc.
• Liquids, sand and other foreign material may get into the space  around the lens, buttons, etc. Be particularly careful since it may not 
just cause malfunctions, but also it may become unrepairable.
– Places with a lot of sand or dust.
– Places where water can come into contact with this unit, such as  when using it on a rainy day or on a beach.
∫ About Condensation (When the lens is fogged up)• Condensation occurs when the ambient temperature or humidity 
changes. Be careful of condensation since it causes lens stains, 
fungus and camera malfunction.
• If condensation occurs, turn the camera off and leave it for about 
2 hours. The fog will disappear naturally when the temperature of 
the camera becomes close to the ambient temperature. 
						

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Before Use
Standard Accessories
Check that all the accessories are supplied before using the camera.
• The accessories and their shape will differ depending on the country or area where the camera was purchased.
For details on the accessories, refer to Basic Operating Instructions.
• Battery Pack is indicated as  battery pack or battery  in the text.
• Battery Charger is indicated as  battery charger or charger in the text.
• SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card and SDXC Memory Card are indicated as  card in the 
text.
• The card is optional. You can record or play back pictures on the built-in memory when you are not using a 
card.
• Consult the dealer or your nearest Service Centre if you lose the supplied accessories. (You  can purchase the accessories separately.) 
						

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Names of the Components
1Flash (P47)
2 Lens  (P4, 11 4 )
3 Self-timer indicator  (P52)
AF Assist Lamp  (P81)
4 LCD monitor  (P42, 114)
5 [MENU/SET] button  (P19)
6 [DISP.] button (P42)
7 [Q.MENU]  (P36)/Delete  (P33)/Cancel 
button
8 [MODE] button  (P21)
9 [Rec]/[Playback] selector switch  (P22)
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(DMC-FS35) 
123
(DMC-FS18) (DMC-FS16) (DMC-FS14) 
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Before Use
10 Cursor buttonsA: 3/Exposure compensation  (P53)
B : 4/Macro Mode  (P51)
AF Tracking  (P77)
C : 2/Self-timer (P52)
D : 1/Flash setting  (P47)
11 Strap eyelet• Be sure to attach the strap when using 
the camera to ensure that you will not 
drop it.
12 Lens barrel
13 [AV OUT/DIGITAL] socket  (P99, 103 , 
108)
In these operating instructions, the cursor buttons are described as shown in the 
figure below or described with  3/4 /2/ 1.
e.g.: When you press the  4 (down) button
orPress 4
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14 Camera ON/OFF switch (P19)
15 Zoom lever  (P43)
16 Speaker  (P37)
• Do not cover the speaker with your 
fingers.
17 Microphone
18 Shutter button  (P22, 30)
19
(DMC-FS35) [E.ZOOM] button  (P45)
20 Tripod receptacle
21 Card/Battery door  (P13, 15)
23 (DMC-FS18) (DMC-FS16) (DMC-FS14) 
Release lever  (P14)
22 DC coupler cover (P15)• When using an AC adaptor, ensure that 
the Panasonic DC coupler (optional) and 
AC adaptor (optional) are used. For 
connection details, refer to  P15.
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Preparation
PreparationCharging the Battery
∫About batteries that you can use with this unit
Supplied battery or dedicated optional batteries can be used with this unit.
Refer to Basic Operating Instructions about the accessory number of the available optional 
batteries in your area.
• Use the dedicated charger and battery.
• The battery is not charged when the camera is shipped. Charge the battery before use.
• Charge the battery with the charger indoors.
It has been found that counterfeit battery packs which look very similar to the 
genuine product 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 would recommend that a 
genuine Panasonic battery pack is used.
Charging
Attach the battery paying 
attention to the direction of the 
battery.
Connect the charger to the 
electrical outlet.
• Disconnect the charger from the  electrical socket and detach the battery 
after charging is completed.
plug-in type
inlet type 
						

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∫About the [CHARGE] indicator
The [CHARGE] indicator turns on:
The [CHARGE] indicator 
A is turned on during charging.
The [CHARGE] indicator turns off:
The [CHARGE] indicator 
A will turn off once the charging has completed without any 
problem.
• When the [CHARGE] indicator flashes – The battery temperature is too high or too low. It is recommended to charge the battery again 
in an ambient temperature of between 10 oC to 30 oC (50 oF to 86 oF).
– The terminals of the charger or the battery are dirty. In this case, wipe them with a dry cloth.
∫ Charging time
• The indicated charging time is for when the battery has been discharged completely. 
The charging time may vary depending on how the battery has been used. The charging 
time for the battery in hot/cold environments or a battery that has not been used for a 
long time may be longer than normal.
Note• Do not leave any metal items (such as clips) near the contact areas of the power plug. 
Otherwise, a fire and/or electric shocks may be caused by short-circuiting or the 
resulting heat generated.
• The battery becomes warm after using and during and after charging. The camera also 
becomes warm during use. This is not a malfunction.
• The battery can be recharged even when it still has some power left, but it is not recommended  that the battery charge be frequently topped up while the battery is fully charged. (Since 
characteristic swelling may occur.)
Supplied batteryOptional battery
Charging time Approx. 115 min Approx. 120 min