Panasonic Dmc Fx100 Operating Instructions Manual

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 When the flash is being charged, the flash 
icon blinks red, and you cannot take a 
picture even when you press the shutter 
button fully.
 The white balance may not be properly 
adjusted if the flash level is insufficient for 
the subject. (P60)
 When the shutter speed is fast, the flash 
effect may not be sufficient.
 It may take time to charge the flash if you 
repeat taking a picture. Take a picture 
after the access indication disappears.
 The red-eye reduction effect differs 
between people. Also, if the subject was 
far away from the camera or was not 
looking at the first flash, the effect may not 
be evident.
 When the flash is activated, you can only 
take 1 picture.
Taking Pictures with 
the Self-timer
1Press 2 [].
2Press 3/4 to select a mode.
 You can also press 2 [ ] to select.
3Press [MENU/SET].
You can also press the shutter 
button halfway to finish.
 The menu screen disappears after 
about 5 seconds. At this time, the 
selected item is automatically set.
4Press the shutter button halfway 
to focus and then press it fully to 
take the picture.
APress the shutter button halfway to 
foc us.
BPress the shutter button fully to take 
the picture.
 The self-timer indicator C blinks and 
the shutter is activated after 10 seconds 
(or 2 seconds).
 If you press [MENU/SET] while the 
self-timer is set, the self-timer setting is 
canceled.
 When using a tripod etc., setting the 
self-timer to 2 seconds is a convenient 
way to avoid the jitter caused by pressing 
the shutter button.
 When you press the shutter button once 
fully, the subject is automatically focused 
just before recording. In dark places, the 
self-timer indicator will blink and then may 
turn on brightly operating as an AF assist 
lamp (P68) to allow the camera to focus 
on the subject.
 The self-timer is fixed to 10 seconds in 
simple mode [ ] and 2 seconds in 
[SELF PORTRAIT] (P47) in scene mode.
 When you set the self-timer in burst mode, 
the camera starts taking a picture 2 or 
10 seconds after the shutter button is 
pressed. The number of pictures taken at 
one time is fixed to 3.
 The self-timer cannot be set in 
[HI-SPEED BURST] in scene mode.
 We recommend using a tripod when 
recording with the self-timer.
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Compensating the 
Exposure
Use this function when you cannot achieve 
appropriate exposure due to the difference 
in brightness between the subject and the 
background. Look at the following 
examples.
Compensate the exposure towards 
positive.
Compensate the exposure towards
negative.
1Press 3 [ ] until [EXPOSURE] 
appears, compensate the 
exposure with 2/1.
 You can compensate from [j2EV] to 
[i2 EV] in steps of [1/3 EV].
 Select [0 EV] to return to the original 
exposure.
2Press [MENU/SET] to finish.
You can also press the shutter 
button halfway to finish.
 EV is an abbreviation of [Exposure Value]. 
It refers to the amount of light given to the 
CCD by the aperture value and the shutter 
speed.
 The exposure compensation value 
appears on the lower left of the screen.
 The set exposure value is memorized 
even if the camera is turned off.
 The compensation range of the exposure 
will be limited depending on the 
brightness of the subject.
 You cannot use the following functions.
– [STARRY SKY] Under exposed
Properly 
exposed
Overexposed
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Taking Pictures using 
Auto Bracket
In this mode, 3 pictures are automatically 
recorded in the selected exposure 
compensation range each time the shutter 
button is pressed. You can select the 
picture with the desired exposure from the 
3 pictures with different exposures.
1Press 3 [ ] several times until 
[AUTO BRACKET] appears, set 
the compensation range of the 
exposure with 2/1.
 You can select [OFF] (0), [d1/3 EV], 
[d2/3 EV] or [d1EV].
 When you do not use auto bracket, 
select [OFF] (0).
2Press [MENU/SET] to finish.
You can also press the shutter 
button halfway to finish.
 When setting auto bracket, the auto 
bracket icon [ ] appears on the lower 
left of the screen.
 When taking pictures using auto bracket 
after setting the exposure compensation 
range, the pictures taken are based on the 
selected exposure compensation range.
When the exposure is compensated, the 
exposure compensation value appears on 
the lower left of the screen. The auto bracket setting is canceled if you 
turn the camera off or power save mode is 
activated.
 When setting auto bracket and burst mode 
simultaneously, auto bracket will be 
performed.
 When auto bracket is set, the auto review 
function is activated regardless of the auto 
review setting. (The picture is not 
enlarged.) You cannot set the auto review 
function in the [SETUP] menu.
 When auto bracket is activated, 
[AUDIO REC.] cannot be used. 
 The exposure may not be compensated 
with auto bracket depending on the 
brightness of the subject.
 When the flash is activated or the number 
of recordable pictures is 2 or less, you can 
take only 1 picture.
 You cannot use the following functions.
– [HI-SPEED BURST]
– [STARRY SKY]
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Changing the 
sensitivity according 
to the movement of the 
subject being recorded
The camera detects the movement of the 
subject near the center of the screen and 
then sets the optimal ISO sensitivity and 
shutter speed according to the movement 
and the brightness of the subject. 
1Press [MENU/SET].
2Press 3/4 to select [ISO LIMIT] 
and then press 1.
3Press 3/4 to select the item and 
then press [MENU/SET].
 The higher the value set for the ISO 
sensitivity, the more effectively the jitter 
will be reduced. However, picture noise 
will increase.
 Jitter is avoided when taking pictures 
indoors of a moving subject by increasing the ISO sensitivity and making the shutter 
speed faster. 
 Noise is avoided when taking pictures 
indoors of a subject with no movement by 
decreasing the ISO sensitivity.
 When you press the shutter button 
halfway, [ ] A appears. When you 
press the shutter button fully, the shutter 
speed and the ISO sensitivity appear for a 
while.
 The focus range becomes the same as 
macro mode. [5 cm (0.16 feet) (Wide)/
30 cm (0.98 feet) (Tele) to ¶]
 When the flash is activated, the ISO 
sensitivity is automatically increased to a 
maximum of [ISO640]. (When the highest 
ISO sensitivity is set to a setting other 
than [ISO400].)
 Refer to P39 for information about the 
available flash range.
 Depending on the brightness and how fast 
the subject is moving, jitter may not be 
avoided.
 The camera may not be able to detect the 
movement of the subject in the following 
cases.ItemSettings
400The ISO sensitivity 
automatically increases up to 
the set value according to the 
movement and brightness of 
the subject. 800
1250
1/125 ISO800
1/125 ISO200
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– When the moving subject is small
– When the moving subject is at the edge 
of the screen
– When the subject starts moving the 
instant the shutter button is pressed fully
 To avoid picture noise, we recommend 
decreasing the highest ISO sensitivity or 
setting [NOISE REDUCTION] in 
[PICT.ADJ.] to [HIGH] or setting the items 
except [NOISE REDUCTION] to [LOW] to 
take pictures. (P69)
 You cannot use the following functions.
–[D.ZOOM]
– [SLOW SHUTTER]
Taking Close-up 
Pictures 
This mode allows you to take close-up 
pictures of a subject, e.g. when taking 
pictures of flowers. You can take pictures of 
a subject as close as 5 cm (0.16 feet) from 
the lens by rotating the zoom lever upmost 
to Wide (1k).
∫Focus range
 We recommend using a tripod and the 
self-timer in macro mode.
 When a subject is close to the camera, the 
effective focus range (depth of field) is 
significantly narrowed. Therefore, if the 
distance between the camera and the 
subject is changed after focusing on the subject, it may become difficult to focus on 
it again.
 If the distance between the camera and 
the subject is beyond the focus range of 
the camera, the picture may not be 
properly focused even if the focus 
indication lights.
 Macro mode gives priority to a subject 
close to the camera. Therefore, if the 
distance between the camera and the 
subject is more than 50 cm (1.64 feet) it 
takes longer to focus on it in macro mode 
than normal picture mode.
 The available flash range is about 60 cm 
(1.97 feet) to 5.0 m (16.4 feet) (Wide). 
(When the ISO sensitivity is set to 
[AUTO].)
 We recommend setting the flash to 
Forced OFF [ ] when you take pictures 
at close range.
 When you take pictures at close range, 
the resolution of the periphery of the 
picture may decrease slightly. This is not a 
malfunction.
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W5 cm
(0.16 feet)
30 cm
(0.98 feet)
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Taking pictures that 
match the scene being 
recorded 
(Scene mode)
When you select a scene mode to match 
the subject and recording situation, the 
camera sets the optimal exposure and hue 
to obtain the desired picture.
 Refer to P47 to 53 and “About the 
information ” for details about each 
scene mode.
1Press 1 for the [SCENE MODE] 
menu.
2Press 3/4/2/1 to select the 
scene mode.
 Press 4 at A to switch to the next 
menu screen.
 You can switch menu screens from any 
menu item by rotating the zoom lever.
3Press [MENU/SET] to set.
 The menu screen is switched to the 
recording screen in the selected scene 
mode. Press [MENU/SET] and then perform 
steps 
1, 2 and 3 to change the scene 
mode.
∫About the information   
 If you press [DISPLAY] when selecting a 
scene mode in step 
2, explanations about 
each scene mode are displayed. (If you 
press [DISPLAY] again, the screen 
returns to the [SCENE MODE] menu.)
 Refer to P40 for information about the 
shutter speed.
 The flash setting is memorized even if the 
camera is turned off. However, the scene 
mode flash setting is reset to the initial 
setting when the scene mode is changed.
 When you take a picture with a scene 
mode that is not adequate for the 
purpose, the hue of the picture may differ 
from the actual scene.
 If you press 2 when selecting 
[PORTRAIT] or [HI-SPEED BURST] in 
step 
2, the [SCENE MODE] menu [ ] is 
selected. If you then select either the 
[REC] menu [ ] or the [SETUP] menu 
[ ], you can set the desired items.
 The following items cannot be set in scene 
mode because the camera automatically 
adjusts them to the optimal setting.
– [SENSITIVITY]
– [METERING MODE]
– [COL.EFFECT]
–[PICT.ADJ.]
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Press [ ] to display the [SCENE MODE] 
menu and select a scene mode. (P46)
The person stands out from the 
background and has a healthier 
complexion.
∫Technique for Portrait mode
To increase the effectiveness of this mode:
1Rotate the zoom lever as far as 
possible to Tele.
2Move close to the subject to make this 
mode more effective.
 This mode is only suitable when taking 
pictures outdoors in the daytime.
 ISO sensitivity is fixed to [ISO80].
Press [ ] to display the [SCENE MODE] 
menu and select a scene mode. (P46)
This allows you to achieve a smoother 
appearance of the skin than in 
[PORTRAIT].
∫Technique for Soft skin mode
To make this mode more effective:
1Rotate the zoom lever as far as 
possible to Tele.
2Move close to the subject to make this 
mode more effective.
 This mode is only suitable when taking 
pictures outdoors in the daytime.
 If a part of the background etc. is a color 
close to skin color, this par t is also 
smoothed.
 This mode may not be effective when 
there is insufficient brightness.
 ISO sensitivity is fixed to [ISO80].Press [ ] to display the [SCENE MODE] 
menu and select a scene mode. (P46)
Select this to take pictures of yourself.
∫Technique for Self portrait mode
Press the shutter button halfway to focus. 
The self-timer indicator lights up when you 
are brought into focus. Making sure you 
hold the camera still, press the shutter 
button fully to take the picture.
 The subject is not focused when the 
self-timer indicator is blinking. Make sure 
to press the shutter button halfway again 
to focus.
 The recorded picture automatically 
appears on the LCD monitor for reviewing. 
Refer to P31 for information about using 
the review function.
 If the picture is blurry due to the slow 
shutter speed, we recommend using the 
2 second self-timer.
 The focus range is about 30 cm (0.98 feet) 
to 70 cm (2.30 feet).
 You can take a picture of yourself with 
audio (P64). If you do this, the self-timer 
indicator will light up while recording the 
audio.
 When you select [SELF PORTRAIT], the 
zoom magnification is automatically 
moved to Wide (1k).
 The self-timer can only be set to off or 
2 seconds. If it is set to 2 seconds, this 
setting will remain until the camera is 
turned off, the scene mode is changed or 
the mode dial is rotated.
[PORTRAIT]
[SOFT SKIN]
MENU/SET
MENU/SET
[SELF PORTRAIT]
MENU/SET
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 The stabilizer function mode is fixed to 
[MODE2]. (P66)

The AF mode is fixed to [ ]. (P65)
 The setting on the AF assist lamp is 
disabled.
Press [ ] to display the [SCENE MODE] 
menu and select a scene mode. (P46)
This allows you to take pictures of a wide 
landscape.
 The focus range is 5 m (16.4 feet) to ¶.
 The flash setting is fixed to Forced OFF 
[].
 The setting on the AF assist lamp is 
disabled.
 The white balance cannot be set.
Press [ ] to display the [SCENE MODE] 
menu and select a scene mode. (P46)
Set here when you want to take pictures of 
sports scenes or other fast-moving events.
 This mode is suitable for taking pictures of 
subjects at distances of 5 m (16.4 feet) or 
more.
 If you take pictures of a fast-moving 
subject indoors, the ISO sensitivity 
becomes the same as when intelligent 
ISO sensitivity mode [ ] is set to a 
highest ISO sensitivity of [ISO800].
 You cannot use the following functions.
– [D.ZOOM]
– [SLOW SHUTTER]Press [ ] to display the [SCENE MODE] 
menu and select a scene mode. (P46)
This allows you to take pictures of a person 
and the background with near real-life 
brightness.
∫Technique for Night portrait mode
Use the flash.
 Since the shutter speed becomes slower, 
we recommend using a tripod and the 
self-timer for taking pictures.
 Keep the subject still for about 1 second 
after taking the picture.
 We recommend rotating the zoom lever to 
Wide (1k) and being about 1.5 m 
(4.92 feet) from the subject when taking a 
picture.
 The focus range is 1.2 m (3.94 feet) to 
5 m (16.4 feet). (Refer to P39 for the 
available flash range to take pictures.)
 The shutter may remain closed (max. 
about 1 sec.) after taking the picture 
because of signal processing. This is not 
a malfunction.
 Noise may become visible when you take 
pictures in dark places.
 When using the flash, Slow sync./Red-eye 
reduction [ ] is selected and the 
flash is activated every time.
 The white balance cannot be set.
[SCENERY]
[SPORTS]
MENU/SET
MENU/SET
[NIGHT PORTRAIT]
MENU/SET
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Press [ ] to display the [SCENE MODE] 
menu and select a scene mode. (P46)
This allows you to take vivid pictures of the 
nightscape.
∫Technique for Night scenery mode
 Since the shutter speed becomes slower 
(up to about 8 sec.) use a tripod. We also 
recommend using the self-timer for taking 
pictures.
 The focus range is 5 m (16.4 feet) to ¶.
 The shutter may remain closed (max. 
about 8 sec.) after taking the picture 
because of signal processing. This is not 
a malfunction.
 Noise may become visible when you take 
pictures in dark places.
 The flash setting is fixed to Forced OFF 
[].
 ISO sensitivity is fixed to [ISO80].
 The setting on the AF assist lamp is 
disabled.
 You cannot set the slow shutter.
 The white balance cannot be set.
Press [ ] to display the [SCENE MODE] 
menu and select a scene mode. (P46)
This mode allows you to take pictures of 
food with a natural hue without being 
affected by the ambient light in restaurants 
etc.
 The focus range becomes the same as 
macro mode. [5 cm (0.16 feet) (Wide)/
30 cm (0.98 feet) (Tele) to ¶]
 The white balance cannot be set.Press [ ] to display the [SCENE MODE] 
menu and select a scene mode. (P46)
Select this when you want to take pictures 
at a wedding reception, an indoor party etc. 
This allows you to take pictures of people 
and the background with near real-life 
brightness.
∫Technique for Party mode
Use the flash.
 We recommend using a tripod and the 
self-timer for taking pictures.
 We recommend rotating the zoom lever to 
Wide (1k) and being about 1.5 m 
(4.92 feet) from the subject when taking 
pictures.
 The flash setting can be set to Slow sync./
Red-eye reduction [ ] or Forced ON/
Red-eye reduction [ ].
 The white balance cannot be set.
Press [ ] to display the [SCENE MODE] 
menu and select a scene mode. (P46)
This mode allows you to take pictures with 
a candle-lit atmosphere.
∫Technique for Candle light mode
 If you make the most of the candle light, 
you can take successful pictures without 
using the flash.
 We recommend using a tripod and the 
self-timer for taking pictures.
 The focus range becomes the same as 
macro mode. [5 cm (0.16 feet) (Wide)/
30 cm (0.98 feet) (Tele) to ¶]
 The flash setting can be set to Slow sync./
Red-eye reduction [ ] or Forced ON/
Red-eye reduction [ ].
 The white balance cannot be set.
[NIGHT SCENERY]
[FOOD] 
MENU/SET
MENU/SET
[PARTY]
[CANDLE LIGHT]
MENU/SET
MENU/SET
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Press [ ] to display the [SCENE MODE] 
menu and select a scene mode. (P46)
This takes pictures of a baby with a healthy 
complexion. When you use the flash, the 
light from it is weaker than usual.
You can set two different birthdays by using 
[BABY1] and [BABY2]. You can display the 
set age when playing back the pictures and 
stamp the age on the recorded pictures 
with [DATE STAMP] (P82).
 The age can also be printed on each 
picture by using the software [LUMIX 
Simple Viewer] or 
[PHOTOfunSTUDIO-viewer-] in the 
CD-ROM (supplied).
∫Age display setting
 To have the age displayed, first set the 
birthday and then be sure to set 
[WITH AGE] before taking the pictures.
∫Birthday setting
1Press 3/4 to select [BIRTHDAY SET.] 
and then press [MENU/SET].
2When a message appears, press 2/1 
to select items (Year/Month/Day) and 
then press 3/4 to set them.
3Press [MENU/SET] to finish the setting.
 The focus range becomes the same as 
macro mode. [5 cm (0.16 feet) (Wide)/
30 cm (0.98 feet) (Tele) to ¶]
 The ISO sensitivity becomes the same as 
when Intelligent ISO sensitivity mode 
[ ] is set to a highest ISO sensitivity of 
[ISO400]. If you turn on the camera in [BABY1]/
[BABY2], the age and current date and 
time are displayed for about 5 seconds on 
the bottom of the screen.
 The age display style differs depending on 
the language setting in the recording 
mode.
 If the age is not properly displayed, check 
the clock and birthday settings.
 If the camera is set to [WITHOUT AGE], 
the age is not recorded even if the time 
and birthday are set. This means the age 
cannot be displayed even if camera is set 
to [WITH AGE] after taking the pictures.
 The birthday setting can be reset with 
[RESET].
 You cannot use the following functions.
– [D.ZOOM]
– [SLOW SHUTTER]
Press [ ] to display the [SCENE MODE] 
menu and select a scene mode. (P46)
Select this when you want to take pictures 
of a pet such as a dog or a cat.
This allows you to set the birthday of your 
pet. You can display the set age when 
playing back the pictures and stamp the 
age on the recorded pictures with [DATE 
STAMP] (P82).
 The age can also be printed on each 
picture by using the software [LUMIX 
Simple Viewer] or 
[PHOTOfunSTUDIO-viewer-] in the 
CD-ROM (supplied).
Refer to [BABY1]/[BABY2] (P50) for 
information about age display setting and 
birthday setting.
 The initial setting for the AF assist lamp is 
[OFF]. (P68)
 Refer to [BABY1]/[BABY2] for other 
information about this mode.
[BABY1]/[BABY2]1
2
MENU/SET
[PET]
MENU/SET
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