Panasonic Dmc Fs35 Operating Instructions Manual

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Recording
Using the [Rec] Mode Menu
For details on [Rec] Mode menu settings, refer to P35.
Set the number of pixels. The higher the nu mbers of pixels, the finer the detail of the 
pictures will appear even when they  are printed onto large sheets.
Applicable modes:
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(DMC-FS35)  (DMC-FS18) 
(DMC-FS16) (DMC-FS14) 
¢ This item cannot be set in the Intelligent Auto Mode.
 [Picture Size]
X4608k 3456 pixels
X ¢3648k2736 pixels
X  2560k1920 pixels
X ¢2048k1536 pixels
X  640k480 pixels
Y4608k 3072 pixels
W4608k2592 pixels
X4320k3240 pixels
X ¢3648k2736 pixels
X  2560k1920 pixels
X ¢2048k1536 pixels
X  640k480 pixels
Y4320k 2880 pixels
W4320k2432 pixels
[X]: Aspect ratio of a 4:3 TV
[Y ]: Aspect ratio of a 35 mm film camera
[W ]: Aspect ratio of a high-definition TV, etc. 
						

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Note
• A digital picture is made of numerous dots called pixels. The higher the numbers of pixels, the finer the picture will be when it is printed on  a large piece of paper or displayed on a PC 
monitor.
• The Extra Optical Zoom does not work when [Macro Zoom] is set or in [Transform],  [High Sens.], [Hi-Speed Burst], [Flash Burst], [Pin Hole] and [Photo Frame] in Scene Mode so 
the Picture Size for [ ] is not displayed.
• Pictures may appear mosaic depending on the subject and the recording conditions.
• The setting is fixed to 3M(4:3), 2.5M(3:2), 2M(16:9) in [Transform] in Scene Mode.
• The setting is fixed to 2M(4:3) in [Photo Frame] in Scene Mode.
For details on [Rec] Mode menu settings, refer to  P35.
This sets up the picture quality of motion pictures.
Applicable modes: 
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(DMC-FS35)  (DMC-FS18) 
(DMC-FS16) (DMC-FS14) 
¢ Cannot be recorded in the built-in memory.
 [Rec Quality]
ItemPicture SizefpsAspect Ratio¢1280k 720 pixels 2416:9¢640k480 pixels
304:3
320 k240 pixels
ItemPicture SizefpsAspect Ratio¢1280k 720 pixels
3016:9¢640
k480 pixels
4:3
320 k240 pixels 
						

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Recording
For details on [Rec] Mode menu settings, refer to P35.
This allows the Sensitivity to light (ISO sensit ivity) to be set. Setting to a higher figure 
enables pictures to be taken even in dark plac es without the resulting pictures coming out 
dark.
Applicable modes: 
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[ ]/[100]/[200]/[400]/[800]/[1600]
∫ About [ ] (Intelligent ISO sensitivity control)
The camera 
detects movement of the subject and then automatically sets the optimum ISO 
sensitivity and shutter speed to suit the movement of the subject and brightness of the 
scene to minimise the jitter of the subject.
• The shutter speed is not fixed when the shutter button is pressed halfway. It is continuously  changing to match the movement of the subject until the shutter button is pressed fully.
Note• For the focus range of flash when [ ] is set, refer to  P50.
 [Sensitivity]
[100][1600]
Recording location 
(recommended) When it is light (outdoors) When it is dark
Shutter speed Slow Fast
Noise Less Increased
Jitter of the subjectIncreased Less
ISO sensitivitySettings
 maximum [1600]
(Intelligent) The ISO sensitivity is adjusted according to the movement of 
the subject and the brightness.
100/200/400/800/1600 The ISO sensitivity is fixed to various settings. 
						

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For details on [Rec] Mode menu settings, refer to P35.
In sunlight, under incandescent lights or in other such conditions where the colour of white 
takes on a reddish or bluish tinge, this item adjusts to the colour of white which is closest 
to what is seen by the eye in accordance with the light source.
Applicable modes: 
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Note• The optimal White Balance will differ depending on the type of fluorescent lamp being recorded  under so use [AWB] or [ Ó].
• The White Balance setting is memorised even if the camera is turned off. (However, the White  Balance setting for a Scene Mode returns to [AWB] when the Scene Mode is changed.)
• In the Scene Modes listed below, White Balance is fixed to [AWB]. – [Scenery]/[Night Portrait]/[Night Scenery]/[Food]/[Party]/[Candle Light]/[Sunset]/[Flash Burst]/ [Starry Sky]/[Fireworks]/[Beach]/[Snow]/[Aerial Photo]/[Film Grain]
 [White Balance]
[AWB] Automatic adjustment
[V ] When taking pictures outdoors under a clear sky
[Ð ] When taking pictures outdoors under a cloudy sky
[î ] When taking pictures outdoors in the shade
[Ñ ] When taking pictures under incandescent lights
[Ò ] Value set by using [ Ó]
[Ó ]Set manually 
						

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∫Auto White Balance
Depending on the conditions prevailing when pictures  are taken, the pictures may take on 
a reddish or bluish tinge. Furthermore, when a multiple number of light sources are being 
used or there is nothing with a colour close to white, Auto White Balance may not function 
properly. In this case, set the White Balance to a mode other than [AWB].
1 Auto White Balance will work within this range
2 Blue sky
3 Cloudy sky (Rain)
4 Shade
5 Sunlight
6 White fluorescent light
7 Incandescent light bulb
8 Sunrise and sunset
9 Candlelight
K lKelvin Colour Temperature
Set the White Balance value. Use to match the condition when taking photographs.
1Select [ Ó] and then press [MENU/SET].2Aim the camera at a sheet of white paper etc. so that the 
frame in the centre is filled by the white object only and then 
press [MENU/SET].
• White Balance may not be set when the subject is too bright or too 
dark. Set the White Balance again after adjusting to appropriate 
brightness.
• Exit the menu after it is set.
Setting the White Balance manually 
						

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For details on [Rec] Mode menu settings, refer to P35.
This allows the appropriate focusing method to be selected.
Applicable modes: 
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Note• The AF Mode is fixed to [ Ø] in [Starry Sky], [Fireworks] in Scene Mode.
• It is not possible to set [š] in the following cases.
– In [Panorama Assist], [Night Scenery], [Food] or [Aerial Photo] in Scene Mode.
∫ About [ š] (Face Detection)
The following AF area frames are displayed when the camera detects the 
faces.
Yellow:
When the shutter button is pressed halfway, the frame turns green when 
the camera is focused.
White:
Displayed when more than one face is detected. Other faces that are the same distance 
away as faces within the yellow AF areas are also brought into focus.
• Under certain picture-taking conditions including the following cases, the facial recognition  function may fail to work. [AF Mode] is switched to [ ].
– When the face is not facing the camera
– When the face is at an angle
– When the face is extremely bright or dark
– When there is little contrast on the faces
– When the facial features are hidden behind sunglasses, etc.
– When the face appears small on the screen
– When there is rapid movement
– When the subject is not a human being
– When the camera is shaking
– When Digital Zoom is used
 [AF Mode]
[š ]: Face Detection The camera automatically detects the person’s face. The 
focus and exposure can then be adjusted to fit that face no 
matter what portion of the picture it is in. (max. 15 areas)
[] : AF Tracking Focus can be adjusted to a specified subject. Focus will keep 
on following the subject even if it moves. (Dynamic tracking)
[] : 11-area-focusing The camera focuses on any of 11 focus areas. This is effective 
when the subject is not in the centre of the screen.
[Ø ]: 1-area-focusing The camera focuses on the subject in the AF area on the 
centre of the screen. 
						

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∫Setting up [ ] (AF Tracking)
Bring the subject to the AF tracking frame, and press  4.
AAF tracking frame
• AF area will be displayed in yellow when a subject is recognised, and  focus will automatically adjust continuously followi ng the subject’s 
movement (Dynamic tracking).
• AF tracking is turned off when  4 is pressed again.
Note• Dynamic tracking function may fail to lock, lose the subject in AF tracking, or track different 
subject depending on the recording conditions such as the ones below.
– When the subject is too small
– When the recording location is too dark or bright
– When the subject is moving too fast
– When the background has the same or similar colour to the subject
– When jitter is occurring
– When using the zoom
• If it fails to lock, AF area will flash in red, and disappear. Press  4 again.
• AF Tracking will not operate when the subject is  not specified, the subject is lost, or has failed 
to be tracked. The picture will be taken with [Ø ] in [AF Mode] in that case.
• It cannot be set to [ ] in the following conditions. – In [Panorama Assist], [Pin Hole], [Film Grain], or [High Dynamic] in Scene Mode
– In [B/W], [SEPIA], [COOL], or [WARM] in [Color Mode]
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For details on [Rec] Mode menu settings, refer to P35.
Contrast and exposure will be adjusted automatically when there is a big difference in 
brightness between the background and subject,  to bring the image close to real life.
Applicable modes: 
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[ON]/[OFF]
Note
• [ ] in the screen turns to yellow when [i.Exposure] is in effect.
• Even when the [Sensitivity] is set to [ISO100], [Sensitivity] may be set higher than [ISO100] if the picture is taken with [i.Exposure] set to valid.
• Compensation effect may not be achieved depending on the conditions.
For details on [Rec] Mode menu settings, refer to  P35.
Pictures with sharp profile and resolution can be taken by utilising the Intelligent 
Resolution Technology.
Applicable modes: 
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Note• Refer to  P43 for information about the Intelligent Zoom.
For details on [Rec] Mode menu settings, refer to  P35.
This can enlarge subjects even more than the Optical Zoom, Extra Optical Zoom or 
[i.ZOOM].
Applicable modes: 
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[ON]/[OFF]
Note
• Refer to  P43 for details.
• The setting is fixed to [ON] in Macro Zoom Mode.
 [i.Exposure]
  [i.Resolution]
[ON] [i.Resolution] is activated.
[i.ZOOM] [i.Resolution] is activated, and the zoom magnification is increased by 
approximately 1.3
k without noticeable deterioration in the picture.
[OFF]
—
  [Digital Zoom] 
						

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Recording
For details on [Rec] Mode menu settings, refer to P35.
Pictures are taken continuously wh ile the shutter button is pressed.
Select the ones you really like from  among the pictures you have taken.
Applicable modes: 
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[˜ ]/[OFF]
Note
• About [Burst] – The burst speed becomes slower halfway.  The exact timing of this depends on the type of 
card and the Picture Size.
– You can take pictures until the capacity of the built-in memory or the card is full.
• The focus is fixed when the first picture is taken.
• The exposure and White Balance are adjusted each time you take a picture.
• When the Self-timer is used, the number of recordable pictures in Burst Mode is fixed to 3.
• The Burst speed (pictures/second) may become slower depending on the recording  environment, such as in dark places, if the ISO sensitivity is high etc.
• Burst Mode is not cancelled when the camera is switched off.
• If you take pictures in Burst Mode with the built-in memory, it will take time to write the picture 
data.
•[ Œ ] is set for the flash when Burst is set.
• Burst cannot be used in [Panorama Assist], [Hi-Speed Burst], [Flash Burst], [Starry Sky],  [Fireworks], [Pin Hole] or [Photo Frame] in Scene Mode.
 [Burst]
Burst speed (pictures/second)(DMC-FS35)  approx. 1.7
(DMC-FS18) (DMC-FS16) (DMC-FS14)  approx. 2.0
Number of recordable pictures Depends on the remaining capacity of the built-in 
memory/card. 
						

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For details on [Rec] Mode menu settings, refer to P35.
Using these modes, the pictures can be made shar per or softer, the colours of the pictures 
can be turned into sepia colours or ot her colour effects can be achieved.
Applicable modes: 
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¢ 1 This can be set only when Intelligent Auto Mode is set.
¢ 2 This can be set only during Normal Picture Mode or Motion Picture Mode.
 [Color Mode]
[STANDARD] This is the standard setting.
[Happy]
¢ 1Image with enhanced brightness and vividness.
[NATURAL]
¢ 2The picture becomes softer.
[VIVID]
¢ 2The picture becomes sharper.
[B/W] The picture becomes black and white.
[SEPIA] The picture becomes sepia.
[COOL]
¢ 2The picture becomes bluish.
[WARM]
¢ 2The picture becomes reddish.